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IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 has premiered on HBO Max with the first episode on October 26, 2025. It has unleashed the first set of haunting events that will cause chaos for the characters ahead in the series. Beginning with Matty's chilling incident, the first episode showed Lilly and her friends haunted by the boy's disappearance and the eerie incidents that came after it. The final moments in the theater further raised tension, putting Lilly and Ronnie in a dangerous situation. Major Leroy Hanlon's experiences also hint at a big mystery behind the airbase. Leaving viewers with several pressing questions, HBO Max is set to bring the next part of the series sooner than expected. On the occasion of Halloween, episode 2 of IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 will release on October 31, 2025. Disclaimer: The article contains spoilers for IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 episode 1. Reader's discretion is advised. When does IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 episode 2 come out? Release timings for all regions The second episode of IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 was initially set to release on November 2, 2025. But, keeping up with the spirit of Halloween, episode 2 will now release earlier than scheduled on October 31, 2025. This announcement promises the fans of the franchise a spooky viewing experience with a new episode. The episode will release at 9 pm ET/ 6 pm PT on Halloween. Here's the release timing for several other time zones: HBO Max is the exclusive streaming platform for the series. To subscribe to the platform, viewers can either choose an ad-inclusive basic plan ($10.99/month or $109.99/year) or an ad-free standard plan ($18.49/month or $184.99/year). For higher quality streaming, a premium plan is also available for HBO Max at $22.99/month or $229.99/year. How many episodes will there be in IT: Welcome to Derry season 1? IT: Welcome to Derry, season 1 is set to have a total of eight episodes. As the series premiered with one episode, seven more episodes are set to come ahead in this season. From the dark mystery behind Derry to the origin story of Pennywise, there are several aspects that the upcoming episodes will explore in the coming weeks. New episodes of the series are released every Sunday. Here's a list of the episodes and when they will arrive: Also read: A brief recap of IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 episode 1 The first episode of the series started with a strange incident involving a young boy, Matty, at the Capitol Theater. His plan to leave Derry by taking a lift ends miserably due to a baby-monster. The series then takes the viewers four months after Matty's incident. Lilly and her schoolmates, Phil and Teddy, soon begin to have bizarre experiences that are connected to Matty's disappearance. Meanwhile, Major Leroy Hanlon and his family begin to settle in Derry. While some racist officials treat Leroy rudely, he is also attacked by mysterious men late one night. The attack hinted that the airbase may be hiding something dark behind its 'Special Projects' branch, which may be putting the town in danger. Towards the end, Lilly, Teddy, Ronnie, Phil, and his sister Susie head to the Capitol Theater after learning about its connection with Matty's disappearance. Haunting incidents ensue at the theater, ending the episode on a chilling note and with the question of what could be expected ahead. Major events to expect from IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 episode 2 Lilly and Ronnie witnessed a gruesome incident at the theatre by the end of the first episode. Leroy's experience also hinted at a larger danger looming over the town of Derry. While the first episode introduced the characters and the central mystery, darker elements may surface in episode 2. Here are some expected developments for episode 2: Teddy, Phil, and Susie died at the hands of the gruesome baby-monster at the end of episode 1. With Lilly and Ronnie running out of the theatre, their fate may be further explored in episode 2. Leroy was attacked by the intruders who demanded information on the B-52 bomb. While he and Pauly manage to chase them away, the consequences of the incident and more secrets behind the airbase may be further touched upon in episode 2. More can be shown about Matty's whereabouts and the dark forces behind his disappearance in episode 2. Viewers can expect chilling moments and shocking developments to come ahead in episode 2, making it a special release for Halloween. Watch IT: Welcome to Derry season 1 on HBO Max.
