Warners insiders are being more cautious and saying $40 million-$45 million, noting the sluggish marketplace and the fact that September has never been known for huge openings. Also, It is rated R.

It, the first of two films, is directed by Andres Muschietti (Mama) and follows seven children who are terrorized by a being that exploits the fears of its victims, most often taking the form of Pennywise the clown in order to lure young children into the sewer.

King's It was published in 1986. Chase Palmer, Cary Fukunaga and Gary Dauberman wrote the adapted script. Bill Skarsgard stars as Pennywise.