IT: Welcome to Derry started off terrifying and bloody and left off, well, even more terrifying and bloody. The pilot gave us one of the bloodiest, most shocking endings we’ve seen in a while, proving that no one is really safe in this Stephen King series. In episode two, we get our first look at the series’ opening credits, and they’re weird to say the least.

The opening credits begin seemingly innocent, with cartoon depictions of happy, smiling kids; however, that’s only to lure you into a false sense of security. To no one’s surprise, it becomes increasingly disturbing as they roll on. It flashes through scenes of Pennywise taunting children with their worst fears, images of violence, and Derry’s dark past.

Accompanying the bright 1960s-inspired animation is the tune “A Smile and

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