Carrie TV Series Trailer Released Ahead of October Premiere

Prime Video has released the official trailer for Mike Flanagan’s eight-episode television adaptation of Stephen King’s 1974 novel, Carrie. The series is set to premiere on October 7, 2026, with all episodes becoming available on the streaming platform. The adaptation modernizes the classic horror story, shifting the narrative into the contemporary era where teenage humiliation can quickly become a viral spectacle online. The trailer depicts Carrie White, played by Summer H. Howell, as a socially isolated high school student who attempts to navigate friendships after being homeschooled. A pivotal moment occurs when a humiliating incident in the school locker room escalates into widespread online bullying, triggering the emergence and intensification of her telekinetic abilities. This series marks the first television adaptation of King’s debut novel, with Flanagan aiming to expand the story beyond the scope of previous feature film versions. The eight-episode format allows for a deeper exploration of Carrie’s world, the circumstances shaping her, and the development of her supernatural powers.