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How to Watch ‘Pennywise: The Story of It’ for Free on Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, and Mobile

Learn why you’ll float too with the release of the Screambox original documentary “Pennywise: The Story of It.” Taking a look behind the scenes of the 1990 miniseries “It,” “Pennywise” explores the making of an iconic piece of media that still reverberates in the cultural zeitgeist today. The doc features lost footage and interviews with some of the series’ key players, including the cast and crew that made the terror of Pennywise real for audiences across the globe. Grab some popcorn, cotton candy and blood-filled balloons to catch the documentary on Tuesday, July 26 with a 7-Day Free Trial of Screambox.

How to Watch ‘Pennywise: The Story of It’

About ‘Pennywise: The Story of It’

Thirty years after its release, the TV miniseries “It” continues to instill terror in teens and adults alike. The documentary “Pennywise: The Story of It” takes the makeup off everyone’s favorite killer clown to understand his cultural impact and the trials of getting Stephen King’s work to the screen. The film includes interviews with cast members Seth Green, Richard Thomas, and the jovial jester himself Tim Curry, as well as from special effects artist Bart Mixon and director Tommy Lee Wallace.

Pennywise: The Story of ‘It’

October 15, 2021

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.

Directed by John Campopiano and Christopher Griffiths, the documentary has been in production since 2018. Discussing controversies about its airing and limitations in scope, the film promises to give true horror fans a glimpse into the making of one of the most influential TV movies ever filmed.

Also featured is a wealth of archival footage and pictures, shedding new light on the horrors and Tim Curry’s transformation into the character that made an entire generation afraid of the circus.

Can You Stream ‘Pennywise: The Story of It’ for Free?

New subscribers can watch the documentary with a 7-Day Free Trial of Screambox. Current subscribers will have access to the film on Tuesday, July 26.

What Devices Can You Use to Stream ‘Pennywise: The Story of It’ on Screambox?

Screambox is available to stream on most devices, including Google Chromecast, Roku, Android TV, iPhone/iPad, Android Phone/Tablet, Mac, Windows, LG Smart TV, Samsung Smart TV, Sony Smart TV, and VIZIO Smart TV.

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