About the series
Stephen King’s breakout hit Carrie is getting a fresh television adaptation as an eight-episode limited series on Prime Video. Helmed by showrunner Mike Flanagan, the drama follows Carrie White, a sheltered high school student with psychic powers who experiences the cruelty of the world around her. Summer H. Howell steps into the lead role of Carrie in a project that Flanagan envisions running for three seasons.
The main cast includes Samantha Sloyan as Margaret White, Matthew Lillard as Principal Grayle, Amber Midthunder as Miss Desjardin, Arthur Conti as Billy, Siena Agudong as Sue Snell, and Alison Thornton as Chris Hargensen.
What's new
This version introduces significant changes to expand the narrative beyond earlier movie adaptations:
- Focus on Faculty and School System: The show explores Ewen High School in deeper detail, showcasing the friction between protective school administrators, influence-seeking parents, and students navigating high school life.
- Social Media Spark: Modern conflict begins with a malicious meme account, creating a ripple effect of trouble that puts the whole community in jeopardy leading up to prom.
- A Loving Margaret White: Rather than acting out of fear or resentment, Carrie's mother is portrayed as a relatable parent who loves her daughter completely but does not understand the modern world well enough to shield her.
- Believable Teen Portrayals: The main actors are selected to look believably like high school students on screen.
What to expect
The entire first season lands on Prime Video on Wednesday at 12 a.m. PT (3 a.m. ET). The specific calendar date is not specified in the source; please check the official notice.
The season 1 episode schedule consists of the following eight titles:
- Episode 1: First Period
- Episode 2: Foreign Language
- Episode 3: Social Studies
- Episode 4: Dramatic Arts
- Episode 5: Physical Education
- Episode 6: Home Economics
- Episode 7: Romantic Literature
- Episode 8: AP Physics
In addition to the revised character dynamics, the show may feature subtle connections to other literary works by Stephen King.
Source: netflix new series release - BingNews · Published October 07, 2026 · Photo by Ludovic Delot on Unsplash