IT, or It Chapter Two, is a 2019 American supernatural horror film based on Stephen King's 1986 novel of the same name. The film is a sequel to the 2017 film IT, and was directed by Andy Muschietti, with a screenplay by Gary Dauberman. The film tells the story of the Losers Club, a group of seven children from the fictional town of Derry, Maine, who are terrorized by an evil entity called Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The film follows the Losers Club as adults, 27 years after the events of the first film.
One of the most notable aspects of the film is its depiction of the Losers Club as children. The seven kids – Bill, Eddie, Beverly, Richie, Mike, Ben, and Stanley – are played by young actors in their respective roles. While the adults in the film are played by well-known actors such as Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy, Bill Hader, and Isaiah Mustafa, the children are portrayed by lesser-known actors. So, how old were the kids in IT?
Bill Denbrough (Jaden Lieberher)
Bill Denbrough, played by Jaden Lieberher, is the leader of the Losers Club. He is an 11-year-old boy who is determined to find and defeat Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Jaden Lieberher was born in 2004 and was 13 years old when he filmed IT.
Eddie Kaspbrak (Jack Dylan Grazer)
Eddie Kaspbrak, played by Jack Dylan Grazer, is a hypochondriac who is often picked on by bullies. He is the most insecure member of the Losers Club, but also the most loyal. Jack Dylan Grazer was born in 2003 and was 14 years old when he filmed IT.
Beverly Marsh (Sophia Lillis)
Beverly Marsh, played by Sophia Lillis, is an independent and strong-willed 11-year-old who is often the target of bullies. She is the only female member of the Losers Club and is fiercely protective of her friends. Sophia Lillis was born in 2002 and was 15 years old when she filmed IT.
Richie Tozier (Finn Wolfhard)
Richie Tozier, played by Finn Wolfhard, is a wise-cracking 12-year-old who loves making jokes and pulling pranks. He is the most immature member of the Losers Club, but also the most courageous. Finn Wolfhard was born in 2002 and was 14 years old when he filmed IT.
Mike Hanlon (Chosen Jacobs)
Mike Hanlon, played by Chosen Jacobs, is a 12-year-old African-American boy who is the most intelligent and observant member of the Losers Club. Chosen Jacobs was born in 2000 and was 16 years old when he filmed IT.
Ben Hanscom (Jeremy Ray Taylor)
Ben Hanscom, played by Jeremy Ray Taylor, is a 12-year-old boy who is overweight and often picked on by bullies. He is the most compassionate member of the Losers Club and is determined to protect his friends. Jeremy Ray Taylor was born in 2003 and was 14 years old when he filmed IT.
Stanley Uris (Wyatt Oleff)
Stanley Uris, played by Wyatt Oleff, is a 13-year-old boy who is the most cautious and analytical member of the Losers Club. He is determined to find a way to defeat Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Wyatt Oleff was born in 2003 and was 14 years old when he filmed IT.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the kids in IT?
The kids in IT are Bill Denbrough, Eddie Kaspbrak, Beverly Marsh, Richie Tozier, Mike Hanlon, Ben Hanscom, and Stanley Uris.
How old were the kids in IT?
Bill Denbrough was 11, Eddie Kaspbrak was 14, Beverly Marsh was 15, Richie Tozier was 14, Mike Hanlon was 16, Ben Hanscom was 14, and Stanley Uris was 14 when they filmed IT.
Who plays the kids in IT?
Jaden Lieberher plays Bill Denbrough, Jack Dylan Grazer plays Eddie Kaspbrak, Sophia Lillis plays Beverly Marsh, Finn Wolfhard plays Richie Tozier, Chosen Jacobs plays Mike Hanlon, Jeremy Ray Taylor plays Ben Hanscom, and Wyatt Oleff plays Stanley Uris.
What is the plot of IT?
The plot of IT is that a group of seven children from the fictional town of Derry, Maine are terrorized by an evil entity called Pennywise the Dancing Clown. The film follows the Losers Club as adults, 27 years after the events of the first film.
What is the title of the IT movie?
The title of the IT movie is IT Chapter Two.
Who directed the IT movie?
The IT movie was directed by Andy Muschietti.
Who wrote the screenplay for IT?
The screenplay for IT was written by Gary Dauberman.
Who are the adult actors in IT?
The adult actors in IT are Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy, Bill Hader, and Isaiah Mustafa.
Where is IT set?
IT is set in the fictional town of Derry, Maine.
How long is the IT movie?
The IT movie is 169 minutes long.
Who is Pennywise the Dancing Clown?
Pennywise the Dancing Clown is the evil entity that terrorizes the Losers Club in IT.
Is IT a horror movie?
Yes, IT is a horror movie.
What is the rating of IT?
IT is rated R for violence/horror, bloody images, and language.
What year was IT released?
IT was released in 2019.
What is the budget of IT?
The budget of IT is reported to be $79 million.
What is the box office gross of IT?
The box office gross of IT is reported to be $473.3 million.
What is the theme of IT?
The theme of IT is overcoming fear and overcoming evil.
What is the message of IT?
The message of IT is that fear can be overcome with courage, strength, and friendship.
Is IT a book?
Yes, IT is a book. It is a 1986 novel by Stephen King.
Who wrote IT?
IT was written by Stephen King.
How many chapters are in IT?
IT has 58 chapters.
Is IT based on a true story?
No, IT is not based on a true story. It is based on Stephen King's novel of the same name.