HBO Releases Surprise Halloween Special for It: Welcome to Derry

TL;DR

• A new 30-minute episode titled A Story of Derry is now available on HBO Max.
• The special was released as a surprise for the Halloween holiday.
• The narrative takes place hundreds of years prior to the main series events.
• The episode occurs before the arrival of the character Pennywise.

Why It Matters

This release expands the lore of a popular horror franchise for global audiences, providing viewers with additional content set within the established universe of the series.