Prime Video has announced that the horror series, Carrie, has been renewed for a second season. The first season, which consisted of eight episodes, premiered on October 7.
The Haunting of Hill House-fame Mike Flanagan has adapted Stephen King's novel of the same for the streamer. In the first season, a young Carrie White (Summer H Howell) has to navigate bullying and tensions at home, all while battling her own supernatural powers.
Speaking about the series, Flanagan said, "For 50 years, audiences have known and gravitated to Carrie White’s story. From the beginning, we imagined a story that goes far beyond the prom, and I’m incredibly grateful for Stephen’s trust and support in exploring what comes next."
Meanwhile, King, who serves as an executive producer, said, "I can’t wait for audiences to get to see what’s down the road for Carrie White. Mike Flanagan and I are excited about what comes next. It’s bound to be thrilling."
The cast of the first season also includes Samantha Sloyan, Siena Agudong, Alison Thornton, Joel Oulette, Josie Totah, Arthur Conti, Thalia Dudek, Amber Midthunder, and Matthew Lillard.
