
Jack Torrance, famous for his part in The Shining and Doctor Sleep, actually makes a brief appearance in Stephen King’s IT. However, the series Welcome to Derry significantly expands his story. This new focus reveals Jack and his psychic ability, ‘the shining,’ are central to understanding Pennywise’s powers – and we get to see much more of the character than ever before. The series also introduces Jack’s grandmother, Rose, who shared his ability. Though mentioned in both The Shining and Doctor Sleep books and films, Rose never appeared on screen in the movies directed by Stanley Kubrick or Mike Flanagan, until now – she’s featured in Season 1, Episode 3 of IT: Welcome to Derry.