Stephen King’s universe continues to expand with the new series, It: Welcome to Derry, which is filled with nods to his broader body of work. Among these hidden gems is an intriguing Easter egg linked to It: Chapter Two that many fans may have overlooked.
The series is set 27 years prior to Andy Muschietti’s initial film adaptation of It, during a crucial cycle of hunting by the malevolent entity known as Pennywise. The premiere episode sets a chilling tone, as it features a harrowing sequence where several children are brutally attacked by the creature, highlighting the unpredictability of terror in this new installment.
Not only does the show seamlessly weave references to classics such as The Shining and The Shawshank Redemption, but it also cleverly integrates elements from the DC Universe, enriching its narrative landscape. However, a particular Easter egg in Episode 2 ties directly to a significant jump scare from It: Chapter Two.
Discovering Stanley Kersh: The Link to Mrs. Kersh
In Episode 2 of It: Welcome to Derry, the character Charlotte Hanlon, portrayed by Taylour Paige, visits a local grocery store where she encounters Stan Kersh, the butcher. This character is notably connected to the eerie Mrs. Kersh from It: Chapter Two, a standout moment in the horror film that left many viewers unsettled.
In the 2019 film, Beverly Marsh, played by Jessica Chastain, visits her father’s former apartment, only to find herself face-to-face with Mrs. Kersh. Initially presenting as an innocuous elderly woman, her true nature is quickly revealed through disturbing visuals, including a decaying chest and a photograph of her father, Bob Gray, who bears a resemblance to Pennywise, portrayed by Bill Skarsgård.
As Mrs. Kersh retreats to the kitchen, the unsettling atmosphere heightens when Beverly notices her moving eerily in the background. This culminates in a terrifying revelation as a monstrous version of Mrs. Kersh launches an attack on Beverly, solidifying her connection to It.
The presence of Stan Kersh in It: Welcome to Derry hints at the underlying connection to Mrs. Kersh, raising intriguing questions about how she became an instrument of Pennywise’s terror. As the series unfolds, viewers are eager to uncover the mysteries surrounding her transformation and connection to the malevolent force.
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