It
1990 · TMDB 6.9
In 1960, seven outcast kids known as "The Losers' Club" fight against an ancient shape-shifting alien who poses as a child-killing clown, while also dealing with bullies and abusive parents. Thirty years later, they reunite to stop the creature once and for all when it returns to their hometown.
Why it matters
Curry's Pennywise the Dancing Clown is the stuff of nightmares. A shape-shifting monster that preys on children's fears, it's a performance that's both terrifying and strangely theatrical, all sharp teeth and cruel laughter.
- Runtime
- 90 min
- Released
- 1990-11-18
- Studio
- Lorimar Television
- Country
- United States of America
- Language
- English
- TMDB score
- 6.9
KinoChain appearances
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Where this title sits in a journey — and where cinema takes you next.
From Transylvania to Treasure Island
Position 5 of 8
Curry's Pennywise the Dancing Clown is the stuff of nightmares. A shape-shifting monster that preys on children's fears, it's a performance that's both terrifying and strangely theatrical, all sharp teeth and cruel laughter.
When the Children's Host Turns Predator
Position 2 of 5
A shapeshifting entity terrorises the children of Derry, most often appearing as Pennywise the Dancing Clown, a performer who lures victims with carnival charm.
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