Quick answer: In the US, IT: Welcome to Derry, HBO’s prequel series to the IT films, streams on HBO Max. You can also buy episodes on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. It is not on Netflix.
Where to watch It: Welcome to Derry right now
HBO Max is the streaming home of IT: Welcome to Derry in the United States. New episodes land on HBO Max, where you can also watch them on demand with a subscription, so you can either follow along weekly or wait and binge once episodes have dropped. If you would rather own episodes, they are available to buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. For an always-current list of options, we cross-check the JustWatch page for It: Welcome to Derry.
Every way to stream it in the US
| Platform | Type | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| HBO Max | Subscription | All released episodes on demand |
| Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home | Buy | Purchase by episode |
Which option should you pick?
For nearly everyone, HBO Max is the way to watch, since it is the only place with the full run on demand and it gets new episodes first. HBO Max offers an ad-supported tier and pricier ad-free tiers; horror plays best without interruptions, so the ad-free plan is worth considering if you are sensitive to breaks during tense scenes. Buying individual episodes on Amazon, Apple TV, or Fandango at Home only makes sense if you do not want a subscription and prefer to pay per episode, which usually costs more than a month of HBO Max if you plan to watch the whole season.
How much does it cost to watch?
The main route is an HBO Max subscription, which offers an ad-supported tier and higher ad-free tiers. Buying episodes on Amazon, Apple TV, or Fandango at Home is a one-time cost per episode if you would rather own them than subscribe, though for a full season a subscription is usually the better value. Plan prices change over time, so confirm the current tiers on HBO Max before signing up.
Is It: Welcome to Derry on Netflix?
No. It is an HBO original and streams exclusively on HBO Max in the US, not on Netflix, Prime Video, or Peacock by subscription. To watch it you will need HBO Max or to buy episodes. As an HBO title, it is very unlikely to appear on a competing subscription service, so HBO Max is the reliable home for it.
What is It: Welcome to Derry about?
IT: Welcome to Derry is an HBO prequel series set in the town of Derry, Maine, decades before the events of Andy and Barbara Muschietti’s IT films, expanding the origins of the shape-shifting entity known as Pennywise. It carries over the films’ creative team and period-horror atmosphere, digging into Derry’s history of recurring evil rather than retelling the movies. You can read the full background, cast, and release details on IMDb.
Is It: Welcome to Derry worth watching?
If you liked the IT films or you enjoy slow-burn, atmospheric horror with strong production values, the prequel is a natural next watch, and it works even if you only half-remember the movies. It leans on dread and period detail more than constant jump scares, so it rewards patience. Fans who want the full context can revisit the films first, but the series is designed to stand on its own.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch It: Welcome to Derry?
Stream it on HBO Max, or buy episodes on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
Is It: Welcome to Derry on Netflix?
No. It is not available on Netflix in the United States.
Is it connected to the IT movies?
Yes. It is a prequel set in Derry, expanding the world of the IT films and the origins of Pennywise.
How do I watch new episodes?
New episodes are released on HBO Max, where you can stream them on demand with a subscription.
Do I need to watch the IT movies first?
No. The series is built to stand on its own, though the films add context if you want it.
Can I buy it instead of subscribing?
Yes. Individual episodes are available to buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.
Streaming availability verified September 15, 2026 via JustWatch. Rights change over time, and we keep this guide updated.
Drafted with AI assistance and fact-checked by the GoMiso editorial team.