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Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’

2021·Movie
90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Scary

  • Scare7
  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Show business, fantasy, and pop culture

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The making of a monster.

Thirty-plus years after its release, the popular two-part miniseries "It" and its infamous villain Pennywise live on in the minds of horror fans around the world. This documentary captures not only the buzz the "It" saga generated in 1990 but also the lasting impact it has had on an entire generation and the horror genre at large. Several years in the making, the film features exclusive interviews with many of the cult classic's key players, from cast members Richard Thomas, Seth Green, and Tim Curry, who portrayed the notorious monster clown Pennywise, to director Tommy Lee Wallace and special effects makeup artist Bart Mixon. The documentary also boasts a wealth of archival material and never-before-seen footage.
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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’

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Where can I stream Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ legally?

Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Screambox, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’?

2 h 6 min

Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ runs 2 h 6 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’?

Critics100
Audiences84

Not quite. Critics rate Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ higher (100) than audiences (84). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’?

6CAGBGGIENLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’ in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.