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Muschiettis Reflect on Tim Curry’s Legacy After His Passing

Tim Curry, the actor who famously portrayed Pennywise in the 2017 and 2019 "It" films, died on Aug. 25 from coronary artery disease at age 80. The Muschiettis, his niece Barbara and brother Andy, who co‑created the HBO prequel series "It: Welcome to Derry," expressed gratitude for Curry’s lasting influence. They noted that his work extended beyond horror, citing roles in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," "Annie," and his musical career. The siblings had revitalized the Pennywise myth in 2017, then expanded it with the 2025 series that premiered on HBO Max and is now renewed for a second season set in 1935. Season 2 will focus on the Bradley Gang massacre, an event from Stephen King’s novel, and the Muschiettis are currently casting. They also highlighted the Cosm immersive experience in Los Angeles, which brings the film to life in a shared‑reality setting and plans to expand to other cities. The Muschiettis emphasized the importance of bringing audiences into theaters and praised the opportunity to re‑present Curry’s work. Their comments underscore the enduring legacy of a performer whose work continues to resonate.

· Variety

The essential points

  1. 01Tim Curry, famed for Pennywise, died Aug. 25 from coronary artery disease at age 80.
  2. 02The Muschiettis praised Curry’s legacy, noting his roles in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and "Annie."
  3. 03'It: Welcome to Derry' is renewed for Season 2, set in 1935 and focusing on the Bradley Gang massacre.
  4. 04The Muschiettis plan to expand the Cosm immersive "It" experience to cities nationwide after its Los Angeles debut.
The full brief

Tim Curry, the actor who famously portrayed Pennywise in the 2017 and 2019 "It" films, died on Aug. 25 from coronary artery disease at age 80. The Muschiettis, his niece Barbara and brother Andy, who co‑created the HBO prequel series "It: Welcome to Derry," expressed gratitude for Curry’s lasting influence.

They noted that his work extended beyond horror, citing roles in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," "Annie," and his musical career. The siblings had revitalized the Pennywise myth in 2017, then expanded it with the 2025 series that premiered on HBO Max and is now renewed for a second season set in 1935. Season 2 will focus on the Bradley Gang massacre, an event from Stephen King’s novel, and the Muschiettis are currently casting.

They also highlighted the Cosm immersive experience in Los Angeles, which brings the film to life in a shared‑reality setting and plans to expand to other cities. The Muschiettis emphasized the importance of bringing audiences into theaters and praised the opportunity to re‑present Curry’s work. Their comments underscore the enduring legacy of a performer whose work continues to resonate.