Prime Video has officially ordered the adaptation of Carrie’s new limited series, the iconic horror story that marked Stephen King’s debut novel in 1974. The eight-episode reconsideration will be written and exhibited by Mike Flanagan, who is set to oversee the selected episode.
Known for films like Oculus and Gerald’s Game, as well as films like Midnight Mass and The Haunting of Hill House, Flanagan is also frequently executive produced alongside collaborator Trevor Macy. The project is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and is provided as part of an ongoing push for a studio developing a series based on MGM’s film library.
“Bold and timely” rethinks
The series is described as a bold and timely rethinking the story of Carrie White from the high school, a bold and timely high school. He finds himself fighting against the alien landscape of public high schools after his sudden death, breaking down the community and breaking the appearance of mystical remote areas.
The casting is going well. Variety reports that Summer H. Howell (Hunter x Hunter) is in negotiations to take on the title role. Siena Agdon (Resident Evil) was cast as Sue Snell, a character who plays an important role in Carrie’s journey. Production is scheduled to begin in Vancouver this summer.
Vernon Sanders, director of television at Amazon MGM Studios, said in a statement: “Carry is an iconic tale that stands the test of time with continuous cultural relevance. Mike Flanagan is at the helm and a skilled team including executive producer Trevor Macy will captivate our global customers.”
A familiar name from the Kings Universe
Flanagan is no stranger to the king’s world. He previously oversaw the feature adaptation of The Shining sequel, Doctor Sleep, and made Gerald’s game come true on Netflix. He recently completed the film adaptation of King’s “The Life of Chuck.” It stars Tom Hiddleston and is scheduled to be released this year. Additionally, he reserves the right to adapt the Dark Tower series.
The new carry series isn’t Flanagan’s first king project, but it comes as he scored his first mark on Prime Video and is actively rethinking some classic MGM titles, including Tomb Raider, Poltergeist and Legally Blonde.
King’s Carrie has seen many adaptations over the decades. The story was first adapted to the screens of Brian de Palma’s 1976 film, followed by Reige: 1999 Carrie 2, the 2002 TV film and the 2013 remake starring Chloe Grace Moretz. The novel is also adapted to short-lived Broadway musicals, featured in an episode of Riverdale, featuring musicals that focus on stage production. The upcoming series of Prime Video will provide a long-running portrayal of King’s debut novel, with the book being adopted for the first time as a television series.
