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Prime Video Releases Carrie TV Series Trailer
Prime Video is releasing a new TV series called 'Carrie' based on Stephen King's famous book.
It's about a girl named Carrie who has special powers and faces bullying at school.
The series updates the story to talk about things like social media and school shootings, making it relevant to today's teens.
The director, Mike Flanagan, worked with real high schoolers to make the story feel real.
The series will have eight episodes and will be out on October 7.
Prime Video releases the trailer for the TV series 'Carrie' at Comic-Con.
The series, directed by Mike Flanagan, updates Stephen King's novel for modern audiences.
Carrie White, played by Summer H. Howell, deals with bullying, social media, and telekinetic powers.
Flanagan consulted high schoolers to shape the narrative around contemporary issues.
The series premieres on October 7 with eight episodes.
- Who
- Mike Flanagan, Summer H. Howell, Samantha Sloyan, Alison Thornton
- What
- Release of the TV series 'Carrie' on Prime Video
- Where
- Comic-Con
- When
- October 7
- Why
- To adapt Stephen King's novel for modern audiences, addressing contemporary issues like social media and mental health.
Traditional Adaptation
Modern Adaptation
Adaptation Approach
Traditional Adaptation
Follows the original story closely to honor the classic film.
Modern Adaptation
Updates the story to reflect modern issues like social media and school shootings.
Cultural Relevance
Traditional Adaptation
Maintains the original's timeless themes of bullying and isolation.
Modern Adaptation
Addresses contemporary issues such as cyberbullying and mental health.
Key facts
- Release Date
- October 7
- Director
- Mike Flanagan
- Based On
- Stephen King's novel 'Carrie'
- Main Cast
- Summer H. Howell, Samantha Sloyan, Alison Thornton
- Production Company
- Prime Video
- Number of Episodes
- 8
Quotes
Alison Thornton
Actress playing Chris Hargensen
“It’s funny because it feels like Carrie, my Carrie, goes into this very open and excited for the world, and she wants to make friends and go to school and meet people.”
deadline.com
“Here’s the thing, Carrie was written half a century ago. There is no reason whatsoever to try to follow in those footsteps. The world has changed quite a lot.”
deadline.com
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