I first saw this movie on ABC in the fall of 1990. Though it was scary, it was rather tame compared to the book (which I *did* read and is more gruesome than the movie). The acting was very good from both the adult actors (huge thumbs-up for Tim Curry as Pennywise/IT) and child actors (especially Ben Heller as young Stanley - whatever happened to him?). I can understand why some Stephen King fans might be upset to see his book "butchered" or altered or whatever, but it's a 1000+ page book. The producers and writers took artistic license, and did a good job.
This is a great movie to watch on a weekend night, or a rainy afternoon. I really recommend it.
This is a great movie to watch on a weekend night, or a rainy afternoon. I really recommend it.