Carrie is now streaming on Prime Video, with all eight episodes of Mike Flanagan’s television adaptation released on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
The series is the first television adaptation of Stephen King’s 1974 debut novel and presents a modernized version of the story for a streaming audience.
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How to watch Carrie on Prime Video
Viewers can watch the complete first season on Prime Video rather than waiting for weekly episodes.
The Prime Video listing identifies the programme as a 2026 horror and young-adult series, with the first season available from October 7.
The release is available in more than 240 countries and territories, according to Amazon’s Prime Video information for the series.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | Carrie |
| Platform | Prime Video |
| Release date | October 7, 2026 |
| Episodes | Eight |
| Showrunner | Mike Flanagan |
| Lead actor | Summer H. Howell |
| Source material | Stephen King’s novel Carrie |
What the new Carrie series is about
The story follows Carrie White, a socially isolated high-school student whose life changes after her father’s death forces her into the wider world.
She must deal with public school, harassment, a bullying scandal amplified through social media and the emergence of telekinetic abilities.
As in King’s original novel, the series examines the relationship between cruelty, isolation and power, while expanding the story across eight episodes.
Amazon describes the adaptation as a reinvention of the coming-of-age story rather than a direct remake of the 1976 film.
Cast and creative team
Summer H.
Howell plays Carrie White, with Samantha Sloyan portraying her mother, Margaret White.
The ensemble also includes Siena Agudong as Sue Snell, Alison Thornton as Chris Hargensen, Joel Oulette as Tommy Ross, Josie Totah as Tina Blake and Arthur Conti as Billy Nolan.
Amber Midthunder plays Miss Desjardin, while Matthew Lillard appears as Principal Grayle.
Flanagan serves as showrunner, writer and executive producer, and directs four episodes.
Stephen King is also credited as an executive producer, with the series produced by Amazon MGM Studios.
How this version differs from earlier adaptations
King’s novel has previously been adapted for film and television, most notably in Brian De Palma’s 1976 movie starring Sissy Spacek.
Flanagan’s version uses the longer television format to develop Carrie’s home life, school environment and relationships before the story reaches its central confrontation.
The 2026 series also incorporates contemporary concerns around online humiliation and social-media pressure, placing the familiar conflict in a different cultural setting.
That approach gives the new production room to explore the gradual choices and pressures that shape Carrie’s transformation instead of concentrating only on the final act.
What happens next for the series
All eight episodes are now available, so the immediate focus will be on audience response to the adaptation and Flanagan’s interpretation of King’s material.
No additional season has been announced in the official Prime Video information reviewed for this release.
For viewers discovering the story for the first time, the complete season offers a new entry point into one of King’s most recognizable works, while longtime fans can compare the series with the novel and earlier screen versions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Mike Flanagan’s Carrie series premiere?
Carrie premiered on Prime Video on October 7, 2026.
How many episodes are in the new Carrie series?
The first season contains eight episodes, all released together on Prime Video.
Who plays Carrie White?
Summer H. Howell plays Carrie White.
Is the series based on Stephen King’s book?
Yes. The series is based on Stephen King’s 1974 debut novel, Carrie.
Where can Canadians watch Carrie?
Canadian viewers can watch the series through Prime Video, subject to the service’s local availability and membership requirements.
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