IT: Chapter Two (2019)

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Looks like Bill Hader might be playing Richie and James McAvoy might be playing Bill. Also filming will begin in July so I'm sure more casting choices will come out.

Earlier today we learned that IT: Chapter Two would begin filming this July, a bit of news suggesting it wouldn't be long before we heard further casting news for the film (until now, only Jessica Chastain has been directly tied to the film). And, hey - whatta ya know? Less than an hour later, that's exactly what's happened

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Bill Hader (HBO's Barry) and James McAvoy (Split) are both in talks to star in the film, taking on the roles of "Trashmouth" Richie Tozier and "Stuttering" Bill Denbrough, respectively. THR also confirms that Chastain is onboard to play Beverly "January Embers" Marsh, and that Bill Skarsgård will reprise his role as Pennywise.

This is extremely exciting news. While we've long championed the idea of that relative unknowns for the adult Losers' Club members, it's hard to deny how great this casting is: Hader's a perfect choice for the motor-mouthed, constantly "on" Tozier, and McAvoy's just a goddamn force to be reckoned with (see also: the aforementioned Split). One can't help but wonder what other talent will be drawn to the remaining roles; performers of Chastain, Hader and McAvoy's stature indicate that WB is really swinging for the fences here.

We're hyped. How 'bout y'all? Sound off in the comments below, and stand by for more on IT: Chapter Two as it becomes available.

birthmoviesdeath.com/2018/04/12/it-chapter-two-bill-hader-james-mcavoy-sequel

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That's some damn fine casting.

[Fade is a CodyCryBaby]

This one's gonna be the tough part to pull off.

[Shark]

Off to a great start with the casting. I can see those kids growing up to be the adults cast. That was a major issue with the original IMO.

[2coldMack is even more baffled]

If true, solid, SOLID casting, especially with Hader as Richie.

[The Ichi]

I would cast Gianfranco Esposito as Ben. I know he's slightly older looking, but that's actually what happens in the book.

[The Ichi]

I would cast Gianfranco Esposito as Mike. I know he's slightly older looking, but that's actually what happens in the book.

[The Legendary Ring Troll {BLM}]

Well, which is it, Ichi?!

[Fade is a CodyCryBaby]

Apr 13, 2018 14:05:47 GMT -5 The Legendary Ring Troll {BLM} said:

Well, which is it, Ichi?!

I was gonna post this like 9 hours ago and decided not to, so thank you.

[The Ichi]

I meant Mike and I thought I edited instead of posting again, but I'm down if he wants to play every character.

Gus Fring Pennywise would be terrifying.

[TWERKIN' MAGGLE]

Solid casting choices.

Loved Part I.

[Savage Gambino]

Apr 13, 2018 15:02:55 GMT -5 The Ichi said:

I meant Mike and I thought I edited instead of posting again, but I'm down if he wants to play every character.

Gus Fring Pennywise would be terrifying.

Lemme guess, you hit the back button, edited the comment, and hit post again?

I'm assuming, because that's what I do on mobile, and then delete the first post.

PS: It's Giancarlo, not Gianfranco.

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I would cast Andre Holland as Mike. He's a great actor who needs to be in more stuff.

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We have our adult Eddie.

“It: Chapter Two” is bringing James Ransone on board to play the adult version of Eddie Kaspbrak. Jack Dylan Grazer played the character in the first installment. Ransone joins a cast that already includes Jessica Chastain as Beverly, James McAvoy as Bill, and Bill Harder as Richie. Andy Muschietti is gearing up to return to the director’s chair, while Bill Skarsgård is set to reprise his now iconic role as Pennywise the Clown.

Ransone is best known for supporting turns in Sean Baker’s “Tangerine,” the “Sinister” franchise, and the HBO miniseries “Generation Kill.” The actor also appeared as Ziggy Sobotka in the second season of HBO’s drama series “The Wire.” Ransone most recently appeared in the acclaimed indie “Gemini” opposite Lola Kirke and Zoe Kravitz. He also has wrapped production on the first season of Hulu’s new series “The First,” which also stars Sean Penn and Natascha McElhone.

Production on “It: Chapter Two” is expected to kick off later this summer. The first movie, released last September, was a critical and commercial hit, grossing just over $700 million worldwide to become the highest-grossing horror film ever released (unadjusted for inflation). With adult Eddie now cast, the members of the Losers Club that still need actors are Ben, Mike, and Stan.

Warner Bros. will release “Chapter Two” on September 6, 2019.

www.indiewire.com/2018/05/it-chapter-2-james-ransone-eddie-casting-1201965289/

[Duke Cameron]

I wish I knew who this guy was so I could form a proper opinion. At first glance he doesn’t look like Eddie to me.

[Citizen Snips Has Left]

Ziggy! Also I have no memory of him in Tangerine, have to watch that one again.

[Juice]

www.joblo.com/movie-news/it-chapter-two-finds-its-grown-up-stanley-in-andy-bean-160

Another casting tidbit

[Natural Born Farmer]

James Ransone was awesome in "Low Winter Sun" and the "Sinister" movies (second one sucked but that wasn't his fault), and of course "The Wire". Damn fine addition.

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McAvoy and Hader are officially confirmed for their roles.

variety.com/2018/film/news/andy-bean-stanley-it-chapter-2-exclusive-1202812635/

[Hit Girl]

"IT TAKES TWO" woukd be a better name.