A Story of Derry
Synopsis
Hundreds of years before Pennywise, three youngsters venture into the Western Wood...where they encounter a terrifying ancient spirit.
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Kiawentiio
Neekani
Isabel DeRoy-Olson
Kino
Michael Podemski
Maneese
Zahn McClarnon
Mitig
MorningStar Angeline
Sesqui
Brandon Oakes
Apto
Jennifer Podemski
Miko
Kimberly Guerrero
Rose
Brenda Odjick
Nebowist
Thosh Collins
Eric Trask
Priest
Steven Thompson
Warrior
Hunter Storm Baker
Warrior
Isaiah Kakepetum
Warrior
Sean Sansom
Puppeteer
Shane Zander
Puppeteer
Release History & Theatrical Window
31/10/2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tazbah Chavez
- Screenplay & Story
- Cherie Dimaline, Jasmyne Flournoy, Stephen King, Guadalís Del Carmen
- Original Score
- Benjamin Wallfisch
- Original Title
- A Story of Derry
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Release Date
- 31/10/2026
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- Rideback, Vertigo Entertainment, Warner Bros. Television, FiveTen Productions, K Plus Ultra, Double Dream, HBO
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tazbah Chavez
Cherie Dimaline, Jasmyne Flournoy, Stephen King, Guadalís Del Carmen
Benjamin Wallfisch
Tami Reiker
Matthew V. Colonna, Esther Sokolow
Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, Jason Fuchs, Brad Caleb Kane, David Coatsworth
Department Leadership Roster
Tazbah Chavez
Director
Cherie Dimaline
Writer
Jasmyne Flournoy
Writer
Benjamin Wallfisch
Original Music Composer
Lyn Lucibello-Brancatella
Producer
Sarah Rath
Producer
Cherie Dimaline
Producer
Tami Reiker
Director of Photography
Paul D. Austerberry
Production Design
Matthew V. Colonna
Editor
Esther Sokolow
Editor
Lyndsay Reader
Costume Design
Daryl Sawchuk
Visual Effects Supervisor
Jamie Jones
Stunt Coordinator
Ben King
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Story of Derry
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What is A Story of Derry about?
Hundreds of years before Pennywise, three youngsters venture into the Western Wood...where they encounter a terrifying ancient spirit.
Who directed A Story of Derry?
A Story of Derry was directed by Tazbah Chavez.
Who stars in A Story of Derry?
The principal cast of A Story of Derry includes Kiawentiio, Isabel DeRoy-Olson, Michael Podemski, Zahn McClarnon, MorningStar Angeline.
When was A Story of Derry released and how long is it?
A Story of Derry was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for A Story of Derry?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Story of Derry was composed by Benjamin Wallfisch.
Is A Story of Derry based on a book or true story?
A Story of Derry is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Stephen King".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Story of Derry?
A Story of Derry holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).