Derry Episode 1: Release Date, Schedule, How to Watch

Welcome back to the creepy town of Derry, where Bill Skarsgård is making a return as Pennywise in the new series, Welcome to Derry. Developed by the talented duo Andy and Barbara Muschietti, the show features a fresh cast including Jovan Adepo, Taylour Paige, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso.

If you’re excited to dive into this chilling world, here’s a quick guide on how to catch the first episode of Welcome to Derry. The premiere is set to air on October 26, 2025, and you can watch it on HBO and stream it on Max.

To tune in, make sure to be ready by 9 pm ET/PT on October 26, 2025, as the show hits the screens on HBO and Max simultaneously. You’ll need a subscription to Max to stream it, with options like a basic ad-supported plan for $9.99 per month or $99.99 annually, or a no-ads plan starting at $16.99 per month or $169.99 yearly.

For fans outside the US, the release times may vary, with the episode hitting your screens on October 27 at different times around the world. Here’s a quick rundown for some time zones:

– BRT: 1:00 am
– BST: 4:00 am
– CEST: 5:00 am
– IST: 9:30 am
– JST: 1:00 pm
– AET: 3:00 pm
– NZDT: 5:00 pm

Mark your calendars for the release schedule of Welcome to Derry:
– Episode One: October 26
– Episode Two: November 2
– Episode Three: November 9
– Episode Four: November 16
– Episode Five: November 23
– Episode Six: November 30
– Episode Seven: December 7
– Episode Eight: December 14

The episodes are expected to be around one hour long, starting with the mysterious Episode One on October 26. While the exact details of the first episode are under wraps, we do know that the series will be set in Stephen King’s “IT” universe, following the events established in the feature films “IT” and “IT Chapter Two.”

So, grab your popcorn and get ready to be spooked in Welcome to Derry!