IT: Welcome to Derry episode 7 ending, explained: Whats the army planning?
In the latest episode of “IT: Welcome to Derry,” the tension escalates dramatically as the series approaches its season finale. Episode 7 delves deep into the origins of Pennywise while simultaneously revisiting one of the most chilling historical events from Stephen King’s lore. As the episode concludes, viewers are left with a shocking twist that not only endangers the main characters but poses a significant threat to the entire United States. The climax centers around a military operation led by Major Hanlon, who believes they can contain the malevolent force plaguing Derry by using an ancient pillar meant to imprison Pennywise. However, the plot thickens when it becomes clear that the military’s true goal is to destroy this pillar, thereby liberating the creature rather than sealing it away.
General Shaw, portrayed by James Remar, articulates a disturbing rationale for this decision, asserting that unleashing Pennywise may be the only way to restore order in a fractured America. He believes that the fear instilled by the creature can serve as a unifying force, calming unrest and preventing civil strife. “Look at this town. What happened last night, horrific,” Shaw states, highlighting the eerie calm that follows chaos. He argues that fear acts as a sedative, quelling societal discord. This twisted logic raises questions about the military’s understanding of the horror they are about to unleash. As the episode draws to a close, the destruction of the pillar awakens Pennywise once more, suggesting that the army’s plan may have catastrophic consequences that they have yet to fully comprehend. With only one episode left in the season, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, anticipating the fallout from this reckless decision.
“IT: Welcome to Derry” continues to weave a complex narrative that blends horror with social commentary, reflecting on themes of fear, control, and the darker aspects of human nature. As the series progresses, it not only explores the terrifying legacy of Pennywise but also critiques the lengths to which individuals and institutions might go to maintain power and order. With new episodes airing Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max, fans are eagerly awaiting how the story will unfold and whether the characters can confront the true horror that lies ahead.
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IT: Welcome to Derry
only has one episode left, and things seem to be going from bad to worse.
Because as well as a
Pennywise
origin story and a re-creation of
one of the book’s most disturbing historical chapters
, episode 7 also ends with a twist that spells trouble for not just the main characters, but potentially the entire United States.
So what exactly happened, and what could it mean?
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What happens at the end of
IT: Welcome to Derry
, episode 7?
After a horrific arson attack brings an apparent end to the creature’s current killing cycle, the military — following the lead of
Dick Hallorann (Chris Chalk)
— tracks down
one of the ancient pillars that essentially acts as a cage
to keep the monster in Derry.
Major Hanlon (Jovan Adepo)
thinks they’ll be using this pillar to trap and kill the creature, but soon discovers the military actually intends to destroy it.
During a tense discussion with General Shaw (James Remar), the army’s real plans become clear: They don’t want to kill the creature, they want to
free
it.
Why is the army trying to free IT?
Given Pennywise has spent the past six episodes laying waste to 17 children, the army’s plan to unleash IT into the U.S. seems misguided at best. But General Shaw seems convinced that IT is exactly what America needs. “This country is slowly fracturing into a thousand, jagged, ill-fitting pieces,” he barks. “I am only trying to prevent another civil war.”
The general believes that the only chance of controlling the population is through the kind of fear that a creature like Pennywise has the power to instil en masse.
“Look at this town. What happened last night, horrific,” Shaw says. “But guess what? The streets are calm today. No rioting, no looting, no unrest. The fear — it settles on every living person it touches like a fog. Like a goddamned anaesthetic.”
Despite the best efforts of Major Hanlon, the army succeeds in destroying the pillar. As we see from the final shots of the episode, this causes the creature to reawaken from its slumber.
Somehow we think the army may not have properly thought this little scheme through.
New episodes of
IT: Welcome to Derry
premiere Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on HBO and HBO Max
.
