IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 3 Trailer Reveals a Connection to Another Stephen King Book
Andy and Barbara Muschietti’s series IT: Welcome to Derry may be an IP-driven prequel, but it is proving to be one of the most compelling adaptations of Stephen King’s universe. So far, two episodes of the horror thriller have aired, receiving largely positive feedback from audiences and critics alike.
The third episode is scheduled for release on November 9, returning to its usual schedule after a special Halloween release. A new trailer recently dropped, and beyond the expected horror elements, it revealed an intriguing connection to another story from Stephen King’s world.
References and Connections
According to fans and reports, IT: Welcome to Derry includes numerous nods to other King creations. Earlier footage featured familiar references, such as a Shawshank State Prison bus and the inclusion of Dick Hallorann, a character known from The Shining.
One of these references was directly mentioned in the trailer for the third episode.
Plot Background
Across the first two episodes, the storyline has centered on the mysterious deaths of three children at a local theater. The incidents were connected to a monstrous baby-like creature, while the theater’s owner, Hank Grogan, has been unjustly accused and taken into custody for the crimes.
Author’s Summary: A chilling new trailer for IT: Welcome to Derry teases deeper ties to Stephen King’s interconnected worlds while continuing its gripping tale of fear and false blame.