Episode 7 of IT: Welcome to Derry is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated chapters of the HBO horror series. The upcoming episode has generated huge buzz due to its extraordinary runtime of 105 minutes, the unfolding Black Spot story, and growing curiosity among fans about how the prequel is building on the initial foundation of Stephen King’s IT universe. Viewers are eager for new revelations, an expanded history and more clarity about the horrific events that took place in 1962 Derry.
The series, set decades before the advent of the Losers Club, follows a family who move to Derry after local boy Matty goes missing. What begins as a mysterious disappearance soon turns into strange occurrences and growing fear throughout the town. The show explores how the darkness of Pennywise first entered the community and how the previous generation, including Mike Hanlon’s father and grandfather, had to face the evil beneath the surface.
Episode 7 release date confirmed
As per the official update, IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 7 will release on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 9 PM (ET). The episode will arrive on the HBO channel and HBO Max, with subtitles available at launch. In the UK, the episode will premiere on Sky Atlantic, along with the US, and will stream on NowTV shortly thereafter.
Episode 6, In the Name of the Father, left viewers with one of the biggest twists of the season. The episode reveals that Ingrid Kersh is the daughter of Pennywise, or more specifically, the daughter of his human form Bob Grey. The hour ends with a tense situation as an angry white mob descends on the Black Spot, where Hank Grogan and several children are taking refuge. This moment sets up an intense continuation for Episode 7.
While the season is officially set for eight episodes, Episode 7 stands out not only because of its longer runtime but also because of the expected focus on the Black Spot storyline. Fans online are speculating about major plot reveals, deeper character exploration and more information about the curse that has haunted Derry for generations.
For international audiences, Episode 7 will be available through standard streaming platforms, and chapters are expected to run approximately 58 minutes for broadcast, with extended content available on streaming.
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