Viral Pennywise Cosplay: Will 'It' Get a Female-Led Reboot?

Fans of Stephen King's iconic novel "It", and Pennywise, are always looking for more and one of the latest cosplays that recently went viral may even lead to some exciting changes for the It universe!

A Creepy New Pennywise Cosplay

The internet is always finding ways to generate new content! And this is a big win for those fans out there who want to create something fresh and exciting. What might be most compelling is that someone decided to go outside the norm with their creation! And created a gender-swapped Pennywise, and it appears it's truly remarkable! The creator of the cosplay goes by @carmencabrera.12 and shared this creative masterpiece on Instagram.

The cosplayer used traditional clothing for a Pennywise cosplay. However, she used a skin-tight red dress, making a real statement. This incredible new spin keeps all of Pennywise most striking, unique qualities intact by having similar features from Bill Skarsgård, from the popular 2017 movie adaptation, such as the use of the popular red balloon. That really helps capture what makes Pennywise so famous. But also give those looking to pay close attention some surprises and creative license!

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What This Means For It

Custom image of Pennywise with a balloon and the deadlights in It Image

You don't get these epic moments all the time and those that loved Pennywise in Stephen King's "It," really had their breath taken away, given how iconic Pennywise is!

The success of this gender-swapped cosplay proves the impact this terrifying clown really had on a global level, even impacting popular culture! People are going all out, getting in character as the scary, well known character for Halloween costumes! But now there's a unique twist and who knows? This gender-bent approach to this Pennywise cosplay, may even start up discussion that might lead the "It" creators into getting some exciting ideas. We even get to see the potential!

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Welcome To Derry and Other Projects

Pennywise the clown eating a human arm in IT Image

Right now the It series has some big plans. A new TV show coming in "Welcome to Derry." is bringing Bill Skarsgård, and what that may bring out. But fans might get a chance to have new approaches or variations of this well-loved, though terrifying character!

There have been hints and discussions among fans that a new female Pennywise might exist.

The interesting thing about the original book and even some previous adaptations such as the 1990 TV series which starred Tim Curry never fully incorporated Pennywise as a female. Now there might even be a chance to see it! What this means is, you might be seeing even more crazy, though amazing new versions of this special character in the future.

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A New Era for Female Horror Villains

This is not a one-off thing that some people might assume about seeing these types of remakes that include a female in their role, for example Ghostbusters and "Ocean's Eight." They took those main roles in famous adaptations that gave people an original twist that felt unique.

There's even been an interesting rise in recent years. Where female villains dominate! M3GAN was one great example of just that and gave a great taste to audiences around the world and was truly enjoyable. What's great too is that Abigail is making waves. It has captured attention by giving people some unique new stories to remember! It certainly begs the question whether there is room for even more female horror stories that are going to make waves!

So the It series, a big player in horror, could easily add to the ongoing trend of reimagining classic characters as women. This may add even more suspense and may become a massive hit among horror movie goers! This cosplay might be the first step and this is all thanks to the innovative work of @carmencabrera.12.

There’s always lots of exciting discussions and innovative new cosplay that comes up in the world, showing off everyone's great talent! And what is always truly amazing is the potential this brings. A female Pennywise, could end up becoming an iconic image and if those involved were really willing, there's an interesting world for new adaptations or reboots in the coming years. This really is something that might become the perfect spooky treat for Halloween that everyone could get excIted over and add a special new dimension that no one has thought possible.

Viral Pennywise Cosplay: Will 'It' Get a Female-Led Reboot?

A Creepy New Pennywise Cosplay

What This Means For It

Welcome To Derry and Other Projects

A New Era for Female Horror Villains

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