It, also known as Robert " Bob " Gray, commonly known as Pennywise the Dancing Clown or Pennywise, is the titular main antagonist of Stephen King 's 1986 horror novel It and its adaptations.

It, better known as its own favorite form Pennywise the Dancing Clown (or simply, Pennywise), and alternatively known as Robert "Bob" Gray or The Monster, is secondary antagonist in the Stephen …

May 27, 2025 · According to Stephen King's novel "It," Pennywise the Dancing Clown is a alien who comes from a void that surrounds the universe. He is merciless, cruel and uncaring in his quest to …

Nov 23, 2025 · Pennywise lives! With 'IT: Welcome to Derry' now airing, here's a guide to how the clown (and his deadlights) have haunted the pages of King's work since 'IT' was first published in 1986.

Sep 11, 2017 · Pennywise's origin story in IT and It: Welcome to Derry shows the complex mythology behind the terrifying monster. Pennywise the Clown is a supernatural foe who has all kinds of …

It, novel by Stephen King, published in 1986, that is one of the author’s quintessential horror stories, exploring childhood terror and trauma and chronicling their enduring impact on the lives of victims. It …

Oct 27, 2025 · Bill Skarsgård plays Pennywise in the 2017 film adaptation, its 2019 sequel, and HBO’s series It: Welcome to Derry. Skarsgård’s costume is inspired by vintage circus clowns, and his make …

Jan 19, 2025 · Pennywise the Dancing Clown in "It" is truly a thing of nightmare fuel, so much so that even his creator, Stephen King, believes Pennywise will outlive him as terror that will never die.

Oct 31, 2025 · So what exactly is Pennywise? Alien, demon, and dancing clown all apply, as uncovered by the ‘Losers’ kid characters during a smoke hole ritual in the Native American tradition.

Jan 8, 2026 · The tale of Pennywise and the Losers' Club remains one of his greatest tales, combining cosmic horror, coming-of-age and small-town mystery. Some of the author's more casual fans might …