It was earlier reported that Amazon MGM Studios is developing a TV series on Stephen King's iconic novel Carrie. Actor Summer H Howell, known for Curse of Chucky and Hunter Hunter is being eyed to play the titular role and is in negotiations to star in the series.
News of its development was reported in October 2024, but no official confirmation was announced by the makers.
The series logline teases a deep dive into Carrie White's life, exploring her seclusion under "her domineering mother" and the tumultuous journey she embarks on after her father's unexpected death. As she navigates the unfamiliar high school world, a bullying controversy rocks her community, and her mysterious abilities begin to manifest.
Carrie (1974) is King's debut novel, and its success led to a highly acclaimed 1976 film adaptation, starring Sissy Spacek, from director Brian De Palma. The 2013 remake directed by Kimberly Peirce starred Chloë Grace Moretz.
Howell has been a part of horror films since the age of 8. She starred in the Child's Play franchise films Curse of Chucky and Cult of Chucky. Additionally, she has also starred in Hunter Hunter, Spirit in the Blood, Time Cut and Harland Manor. On TV, she has worked on several episodes in the horror anthology series Channel Zero. In other genres, she has acted in the Disney+ film Clouds.
Mike Flanagan will write and serve as an executive producer this show through his banner Intrepid Pictures. He is also the showrunner and director of the series. Trevor Macy is also an executive producer.