Klan's Supernatural Efforts Threaten Black Juke Joint in Mid-20th Century America

As the highly anticipated HBO series IT: Welcome To Derry prepares to premiere on October 26, 2025, it has been revealed that the show's plot shares striking similarities with Ryan Coogler's upcoming crime/horror film Sinners. Both stories center around a group of Black citizens in mid-20th century America who come together to create a juke joint, a safe space where they can drink, party, and be free from the tension generated by racist members of the local community.

However, the endeavor is met with disaster, as the filmmakers behind IT: Welcome To Derry confirm that the local Klan's supernaturally-charged efforts play a key role in the downfall of the juke joint. This plot thread is directly drawn from the pages of Stephen King's original IT novel, where the story of The Black Spot is recounted to young Mike Hanlon.

While there are some key differences between the two narratives, the similarities are undeniable. The HBO series' co-creator, Barbara Muschietti, even admits to being an early supporter of Sinners, having purchased an opening weekend ticket earlier this year. With the premiere of IT: Welcome To Derry just around the corner, horror fans everywhere are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to delve deeper into the untold story of The Black Spot.