Imagine unleashing the full terror of Derry in one epic, uninterrupted nightmare – that's the thrilling allure of Andy Muschietti's long-awaited IT supercut! But here's where it gets controversial: could this monster of a movie redefine how we experience horror classics? Stick around as we dive into the latest buzz from the director himself, promising a deeper dive into Stephen King's chilling universe.
Andy Muschietti, the visionary behind the IT movies, isn't ready to bid farewell to the franchise on cinema screens just yet. Right before the gripping season 1 finale of IT: Welcome to Derry – the HBO series where he serves as executive producer and co-creator alongside his sister, Barbara Muschietti – the duo hosted an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on Reddit. Fans bombarded them with queries about their ongoing work in the IT world, but one question stole the spotlight: what about Andy's long-discussed idea for a 'supercut' version of IT that would blend his 2017 and 2019 films into a single, cohesive experience?
In his reply to inquiries about an extended edition packed with 'hours of unused footage,' Andy revealed that his dream project is still alive and kicking. Despite the demands of crafting IT: Welcome to Derry, he hasn't had the bandwidth to make it happen, but he's hopeful:
'Yes, it's still a huge aspiration for me. We've been deeply immersed in this series, so we haven't been able to pull it off yet. Fingers crossed!'
This update comes after Andy first teased the supercut concept way back in 2019, right after the release of IT Chapter Two. For horror aficionados who've been eagerly waiting, it's a huge relief that the idea hasn't been scrapped despite the passage of six years. Instead, priorities shifted to other exciting ventures, like bringing the hit HBO prequel IT: Welcome to Derry to life.
To give you a quick refresher, here's a snapshot of the original films Andy directed:
- IT (2017): A spine-tingling tale of kids battling an ancient evil in the form of a clown. It ran for 2 hours and 15 minutes and raked in an impressive $702.8 million at the box office.
- IT Chapter Two (2019): The grown-up sequel where the Losers' Club faces their fears anew. Clocking in at 2 hours and 49 minutes, it grossed $473.1 million.
Updates on this supercut have been scarce since 2019, but with the Muschiettis back in the IT spotlight thanks to Welcome to Derry, expect fan excitement to surge. That said, their main focus remains on the series' future – they've even outlined a three-part plan for IT: Welcome to Derry, hinting at multiple seasons to explore more of Derry's dark secrets.
Of course, HBO hasn't officially greenlit season 2 yet, so any progress on the supercut or potential new IT movies (which the Muschiettis have hinted at as possibilities after the season 1 wrap-up) will likely hinge on the show's success. And this is the part most people miss: the TV series' popularity could be the key to unlocking fresh big-screen adventures, as studios like Warner Bros. might see renewed demand.
Think about Quentin Tarantino's Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair – a supercut that fused Kill Bill: Volume 1 and Volume 2 into a nearly five-hour epic, which recently dazzled audiences in limited theaters. If Andy's IT supercut ever sees the light of day, it could follow a similar path, offering fans a theatrical treat.
Should this project finally come together as Andy intends, expect a treasure trove of scenes cut from the original theatrical and digital versions. We're talking over six hours of footage distilled into one movie – just a tad shorter than the full nearly-eight-hour runtime of Welcome to Derry season 1. For beginners new to the concept, a supercut like this is essentially a director's ultimate vision, weaving in deleted scenes, alternate takes, and extended moments to create a more complete story, much like piecing together a puzzle for the ultimate picture.
But here's where opinions might clash: Is a movie this lengthy a daring innovation or an indulgence that could test even the most devoted fans' stamina? And with the TV series expanding the lore, would a supercut feel redundant or revolutionary?
What do you think, horror buffs? Would you brave a six-hour IT marathon, or do you prefer the bite-sized thrills of the originals? Do you agree that TV success could pave the way for more films, or is it time to let the franchise evolve differently? Drop your controversial takes in the comments – let's debate!
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IT (2017)
Rating: 7/10
Release Date: September 8, 2017
Runtime: 135 minutes
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IT Chapter Two (2019)
Rating: 6/10
Release Date: September 6, 2019
Runtime: 169 minutes
