First Look at Mike Flanagan's Carrie Series
Prime Video has unveiled the first official images from Mike Flanagan's upcoming adaptation of Stephen King's classic horror novel Carrie. The series, set to premiere in fall 2026, introduces Summer Howell as the new Carrie White, a misfit high schooler with telekinetic powers.
The official description reads: 'After her father's sudden, untimely death thrusts her into the unforgiving ecosystem of public high school, Carrie is forced to navigate a viral bullying scandal that tears through her community, the relentless pressure and casual cruelty of the social‑media age, and the awakening of mysterious telekinetic powers that rise alongside her adolescence.'
Cast and Characters
The ensemble cast includes Samantha Sloyan as Margaret White, Carrie's fiercely protective mother. Other series regulars are Siena Agudong as Sue Snell, Alison Thornton as Chris Hargensen, Joel Oulette as Tommy Ross, Josie Tota as Tina, Arthur Conti as Billy, Thalia Dudek as Emaline, Amber Midthunder as Miss Desjardin, and Matthew Lillard as Principal Grayle.
Creative Team and Production
Mike Flanagan, known for his previous Stephen King adaptations Doctor Sleep and Gerald's Game, serves as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. He also directs four of the eight episodes. Stephen King himself is an executive producer on the project. Flanagan is also developing a The Dark Tower series for Prime Video.
Exploring Modern Themes
The series promises to delve into 'everyday choices that build toward a single, shattering night' and questions whether we are witnessing 'the making of a hero, a monster, or something far more complicated.' By setting the story in the age of social media, the adaptation updates the classic tale of bullying and revenge for a contemporary audience.
Legacy of Carrie
Stephen King's debut novel was published in 1974 and spent 14 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller list. The first film adaptation, directed by Brian De Palma in 1976, earned Academy Award nominations for Sissy Spacek (Best Actress) and Piper Laurie (Best Supporting Actress). Subsequent adaptations include a 1999 sequel The Rage: Carrie 2, a 2002 television film, and a 2013 remake starring Chloë Grace Moretz.
FAQ
When will the Carrie TV series be released?
The eight-episode series is set to premiere on Prime Video in fall 2026.
Who plays Carrie White in the new series?
Summer Howell stars as Carrie White, with Samantha Sloyan playing her mother Margaret.
How many episodes are in the Carrie series?
The series consists of eight episodes, with Mike Flanagan directing four of them.