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In the small town of Derry, Maine, a group of seven children known as The Losers Club come face to face with life problems, bullies, and a monster that takes the shape of a clown called Pennywise. When children begin to disappear in the town, these young outcasts must confront their greatest fears and band together to destroy the sinister force known as It, which preys on the town’s children. Battling their own personal demons along the way, this tale of horror and courage dives deep into the heart of childhood fears and the power of friendship.

Length: 2h 15m
Genre: Supernatural Horror
This Title is: Thrilling and Suspenseful

It (2017) is New on Netflix in Canada!

Trailer

Cast

Jaeden Lieberher as Bill Denbrough
Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise
Sophia Lillis as Beverly Marsh

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R

Violence, horror themes, and language

Trivia

It became the highest-grossing horror movie of all time as of its release.
The film is inspired by 1980s horror and adventure films, citing the influence of Steven Spielberg.
Principal photography took place in Toronto, Canada, including locations like Port Hope and Oshawa.

Our Review

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It (2017) has been widely praised for its performances, particularly by the young cast and Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise. The direction by Andy Muschietti, alongside the adaptation’s faithfulness to Stephen King’s novel, has been lauded, creating a terrifying yet visually captivating experience. The movie balances horror with the coming-of-age narrative effectively, resonating with both critics and audiences. However, some criticized its reliance on jump scares over psychological horror, feeling it could have looked deeper into the latter for an even more unsettling experience. Overall, It stands out as a memorable and chilling adaptation of King’s work, offering both scares and a thoughtful exploration of childhood fears.