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IT (2017) — Screenplay

In 1980s Maine, seven outcasts unite to confront a shapeshifting clown that preys on their deepest fears, threatening their town and their lives.

Written by
Chase Palmer, Cary Joji Fukunaga, Gary Dauberman, Stephen King
Genre
Drama, Horror, Thriller
Length
120 pages

Study how this adaptation balances intimate character drama with escalating horror, using the small-town setting to amplify every scare. The script’s ensemble dialogue feels authentically youthful, while its structural pacing—alternating quiet moments with visceral set-pieces—offers a masterclass in building dread without losing heart.

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