Prime Video released the first teaser for the new series adaptation of Stephen King's classic novel. All eight episodes will be available simultaneously, and the story is set in modern times.
Prime Video has released the first teaser for the new series adaptation of Stephen King's novel 'Carrie', with all eight episodes arriving on the platform on October 7, 2026. The first scenes were unveiled to audiences at San Diego Comic-Con, where the premiere date was also confirmed. The project is helmed by director and screenwriter Mike Flanagan, who also serves as showrunner and executive producer, personally directing four of the eight episodes.
This new adaptation of Stephen King's debut novel from 1974 moves the story into the present day, giving the tale a new dimension. Alongside physical abuse at school, Carrie becomes the victim of a viral scandal spread through social media, placing the theme of cyberbullying at the heart of the story. Following her father's sudden death, Carrie-who had been living in isolation with her strict mother, Margaret-enters high school, where she faces societal pressure while simultaneously discovering that she possesses telekinetic powers.
In the released teaser, Carrie is seen trying to find her place among her peers in high school. A brief shot of the prom night, one of the most iconic moments from King's story, is also shown. According to Amazon, the series expands the novel's story over eight episodes, deepens the characters, and follows a series of seemingly ordinary decisions that lead to one devastating night, while exploring the conflict between good and cruelty and posing the question of whether viewers are witnessing a heroine, a monster, or something far more complex.
The lead role of Carrie White, a teenager with telekinetic abilities, is played by Summer H. Howell. The role of her strict mother, Margaret White, is taken on by Samantha Sloyan. The series also stars Siena Agudong, Alison Thornton, Joel Oulette, Josie Totah, Arthur Conti, Amber Midthunder, and Matthew Lillard. Importantly, Stephen King himself is involved as an executive producer, lending the project weight in terms of fidelity to the original material.
Mike Flanagan is known for his work on horror projects that blend psychological depth with atmospheric tension. He wrote the script for this series, and his collaboration with Stephen King as executive producer suggests the adaptation aims for a faithful interpretation of the original novel. King's 1974 novel 'Carrie' is considered a cornerstone of modern horror literature, and the story of a girl with telekinetic powers and her tragic fate has captivated readers and viewers worldwide for decades.
The decision to release all eight episodes simultaneously will allow viewers to follow the story at their own pace, a format Prime Video often uses for its high-profile projects. The series arrives at the perfect time, just before Halloween, when interest in horror content is traditionally at its peak. Until the premiere on October 7, 2026, viewers can follow new information and materials that the platform will release in the coming weeks.
