Hidden It: Welcome to Derry Detail Teases Season 3 Tragedy
A sharp-eyed viewer has uncovered a subtle nod in episode 7 of It: Welcome to Derry, hinting at a devastating event from 1908 that will take centre stage in the show's third series.
Episode seven of the much-talked-about It: Welcome to Derry delivers its most harrowing moment yet, but there’s more lurking in the background than first meets the eye. A particularly observant fan has pointed out a cleverly concealed reference to a historic disaster, one that is set to become a major storyline in the third series. If you’re not up to date with the latest episode, be warned—spoilers lie ahead. For those who prefer to avoid them, perhaps consult a spoiler-free review before reading on.
The Black Spot and a Sinister Mob
After a detour to 1908 to shed light on Bob Grey’s transformation into the infamous Pennywise, the penultimate instalment, titled 'The Black Spot,' returns to the main narrative. Tensions escalate as a furious crowd descends upon Hallorann’s makeshift club, demanding the surrender of Ronnie’s father, Hank. When Hallorann and his companions refuse, the mob responds by setting the building ablaze, trapping the revellers inside. As the fire rages, Pennywise appears, drawn by the terror, and wastes no time in exploiting the chaos.
A Chilling Easter Egg
Amidst the mayhem, a subtle detail emerges. As Pennywise advances towards Hallorann and the children, a group of ghastly, zombie-like figures gathers behind him. Among them stands a headless boy, smoke curling from his scorched neck.
“The Headless Egg Boy from the 1908 Kitchener Ironworks Explosion Easter Egg Hunt Tragedy was among them,”
a fan remarked beneath a YouTube clip. This spectral child may seem familiar to some, having previously appeared in the 2017 film adaptation, where Pennywise used him to torment Ben, a member of the Losers’ Club.
The Kitchener Ironworks Explosion: A Dark Legacy
The Kitchener Ironworks Explosion, which occurred during an Easter egg hunt in 1908, claimed the lives of over a hundred people. Eyewitnesses at the time reported seeing a clown amidst the devastation. This catastrophic event, however, will not be depicted until the third series of It: Welcome to Derry. The show’s timeline is structured around Pennywise’s 27-year cycle of terror. The second series will revisit 1935, while the third will transport viewers back to 1908, unravelling the full story behind the explosion.
Looking Ahead
The decision to leap backwards in time is rooted in the established chronology: the events following Pennywise’s awakening 27 years after the first series are already covered in It: Chapter 1, with the subsequent cycle forming the basis of It: Chapter 2, where the Losers’ Club confronts the entity once and for all.
The final episode of the first series is set to air on 14 December. For those keen to keep track, the release schedule provides all the necessary details. Fans eager for more can explore guides to the show’s hidden references and keep an eye out for forthcoming adaptations of Stephen King’s work.