Tim Curry forever twisted the image of clowns with Pennywise in 'It'
- Posted on August 26, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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In brief
Tim Curry's iconic portrayal of Pennywise in the 1990 television adaptation fundamentally transformed public perception of clown characters in horror cinema. His chilling interpretation of Stephen King's demonic entity established an exceptionally high standard that subsequent adaptations and actors have struggled to match. Curry's performance remains the definitive cinematic clown villain, cementing his legacy in horror entertainment history.
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Tim Curry forever twisted the image of clowns with Pennywise in 'It'
Curry's terrifying portrait of the demonic clown in the 1990 TV adaptation of Stephen King novel 'It' set a high bar that for some fans of the horror franchise has been difficult to clear.
