The 2017 movie adaptation of Stephen King’s It laid the freak show on heavy.

Bill Skarsgard’s portrayal of Pennywise the Dancing Clown stole the film and his slinking murderous clown provides a brilliant catalyst for horror ink.

Pennywise tattoo ideas come mostly from the most recent film, in hyper-realistic cinematic form, cartoon caricature, or even abstract artistic interpretations.

Fans of legendary author Stephen King, horror movie fans, and collectors who enjoy subversive body art have since opted for Pennywise ink ideas. 

Scary Skarsgard even lived up to the tremendous Tim Curry Pennywise that I grew up with from the mini-series version – the benchmark for horror clowns.

If you don’t like clowns (and there are millions out there with clown phobia), especially evil clowns, look away now because these top 45 best Pennywise tattoos veer from discomfiting to downright chilling.

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1. Black and Gray Pennywise Tattoos

Pennywise as an evil clown looks really sinister in black and gray tattoos, as these images show.

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2. Pennywise Tattoo Ideas for the Hand

These hands sporting the terrifying clown tattoos must pack a hefty punch.

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3. New School Pennywise Ink

A red balloon that appears out of nowhere lures It’s victims – as if a creepy clown is not enough. Getting them etched in the vivid colors that characterize new school tattoos is the way to do it. 

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4. Portrait Style Pennywise Tattoo Ideas

These Pennywise portrait style tattoos definitely aren’t for the faint of heart. You can ask your tattoo artist for advice on where best to place these so that they’d make the greatest impact.