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Duration
145 minutes

Quick Summary

Part one of a two‑part Stephen King adaptation follows a band of bullied New England youngsters who join forces to eliminate a demonic clown terrorising their town. The film stars Bill Skarsgård as the sinister clown, setting the stage for the sequel.

About This Program

It’s a programme presented as a movie, forming the first half of a two‑part adaptation of Stephen King’s chiller. The production falls within the horror genre and features Bill Skarsgard in a leading role, anchoring this reinterpretation of the original novel, which aims to bring the story to a contemporary audience through a cinematic approach today. The narrative centres on a group of children living in New England who have been subjected to persistent bullying. Their shared experience of being tormented draws them together, prompting them to form an unlikely alliance. This collective resolve becomes the driving force that propels the story forward, against the backdrop of their small town's lingering fear. United by their common hardship, the youngsters set their sights on confronting a demonic clown that haunts their community. Their goal is to eradicate this malevolent figure, whose presence has sown terror throughout the area. The children’s determination to defeat the supernatural menace underpins the central conflict, and they aim to protect the innocent residents who live nearby. As the opening instalment of the two‑part series, this film establishes the broader struggle that will continue into the sequel. It introduces the key characters and sets up the stakes involved in battling the clown. The story thus prepares viewers for the subsequent chapter, where the confrontation will reach its climax and resolve lingering doubts.

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It broadcasts on Sky Cinema Sci-fi/Horror HD at 11:35am, Sunday, 8 February 2026. (Subtitles)

Channel Numbers:
Sky HD668Virgin411

Production Details

Year2017
Runtime135 mins
DirectorAndy Muschietti

Cast & Crew

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Andy MuschiettiDirector
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Finn Wolfhardas Richie Tozier
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Sophia Lillisas Beverly Marsh
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Jeremy Ray Tayloras Ben Hanscom
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Bill Skarsgardas Pennywise
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Jaeden Lieberheras Bill Denbrough
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Chosen Jacobsas Mike Hanlon