GoKawiilMike Flanagan's 'Carrie' series debuts on Prime Video with all eight episodes
Mike Flanagan executive produced a new eight-episode adaptation of Stephen King's 'Carrie,' streaming in full on Prime Video. The series expands on Brian De Palma's 1976 film, running roughly three times longer and spending more time on the school environment, faculty and social dynamics surrounding Carrie White.
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The expanded runtime suggests Flanagan is using the extra space to deepen themes of bullying, abuse and institutional failure, including the role of social media in amplifying harassment, according to the reviewer. This marks another entry in a long line of 'Carrie' adaptations, and its reception could influence how studios approach remaking classic horror properties as prestige streaming series.
- All eight episodes of the Flanagan-produced 'Carrie' series are now available on Prime Video.
- The series is roughly three times longer than De Palma's 1976 film, allowing deeper world-building.
- The adaptation reportedly focuses on school culture, social media abuse and the mother-daughter relationship.
Stephen King's Carrie (paperback novel) — Before diving into Mike Flanagan's new adaptation, revisit the original source material that started it all. King's debut novel offers a deeper, more chilling look at Carrie White's psychic powers and tragic story than any screen version can capture.”,
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Published there as: “‘Carrie’ Review: Mike Flanagan’s Remake Is a Timely (and Terrifying) High School Tragedy”
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