Filming has wrapped on Mike Flanagan’s new Stephen King Carrie adaptation, a miniseries set to stream on Prime Video. This latest project adds to Flanagan’s growing portfolio of King adaptations, which includes Gerald’s Game, Doctor Sleep, and The Life of Chuck, while he also continues work on a television version of The Dark Tower series.
Detailed Cast Features Key Characters and Familiar Faces
The Carrie TV series features Summer Howell as Carrie White, with Samantha Sloyan cast as Margaret White. Supporting roles include Siena Agudong playing Sue Snell, Alison Thornton as Chris Hargensen, and Matthew Lillard in the role of Principal Grayle. Other notable cast members include Amber Midthunder as Miss Desjardin, Arthur Conti as Billy Nolan, and Joel Oulette as Tommy Ross. Katee Sackhoff and Rahul Kohli have also joined the ensemble, though their characters remain undisclosed.
Flanagan Announces Wrap via Social Media with Cast-Signed Memorabilia
After beginning production in June, Flanagan announced the completion of filming on Instagram, sharing a photograph of a uniquely designed director’s chair adorned with fake blood and signed by Howell and other cast members. He described working on Carrie as
“one of the best experiences and projects”
of his career, praising the cast as an exceptional ensemble. Flanagan expressed eagerness for viewers to experience their work once the series is released.
Production Timeline and Anticipated 2026 Release Window
The Carrie miniseries was originally announced as in development in October 2024, followed by an official series order from Prime Video in April of the following year. With filming now concluded, the project is moving into post-production, maintaining its schedule for an expected release in 2026. The rapid progress suggests the series will meet this timeline.
Background and Unique Television Format for the Classic Story
The Carrie story has seen several adaptations since Stephen King’s 1974 novel, most notably the celebrated 1976 film starring Sissy Spacek. Other versions include The Rage: Carrie 2 (1999), a 2002 TV film, and the 2013 feature film with Chloë Grace Moretz. However, Mike Flanagan marks a first by reimagining Carrie as a multi-episode television series, which offers a new format to explore the narrative.
Innovative Approach Promises Fresh Interpretation of Carrie
Matthew Lillard, who plays Principal Grayle, hinted that Flanagan has
“cracked the code, how it’s relevant now,”
signalling a contemporary take on the story. Flanagan himself praised Summer Howell’s portrayal of Carrie as
“unlike anything that anyone’s ever done with the part before.”
While staying true to the spirit of King’s original work, Flanagan has indicated there will be notable changes aimed at updating the story for modern audiences.
Rising Expectation for the Eight-Episode Series
The combination of Flanagan’s respected track record with King’s material, the swift pace of production, and strong cast performances have generated high anticipation for the eight-episode adaptation. Fans and new viewers alike can look forward to a series that reexamines a classic horror tale with fresh perspective and depth.
