Prime Video's horror series Carrie, based on Stephen King's 1974 debut novel, remains the number one show in the UK as viewers binge all eight episodes in one sitting. Released on October 7, the supernatural horror has held the top spot since its debut.
Reimagined tale of Carrie White
The series follows the reimagined story of misfit high schooler Carrie White, played by Summer H. Howell (Hunter Hunter), who spent most of her life in seclusion. After her father's unexpected death, she enters public high school for the first time but struggles to fit in.
Drawn into a bullying scandal, Carrie awakens mysterious telekinetic powers that rise alongside her adolescence. The official synopsis reads: "Misfit high‑schooler Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) has spent her life hidden away inside the walls of her home with her fiercely protective mother, Margaret (Samantha Sloyan)."
Viewer reactions and binge-watching trend
Fans have taken to social media to praise the series. One viewer admitted: "I was on the fence about watching this but once I started, I haven't been able to stop. You will be obsessed." Another added: "This adaptation is phenomenal. I was hooked within the first ten minutes. The acting in this series is so incredibly well done."
Other comments included: "I binged it and loved it!!", "I watched the whole thing in 1 day", and "Just watched the entire series today! So good and I hear there’s going to be more seasons!!!" Prime Video promoted the show on Instagram, writing: "If you've got a taste for terror...take #Carrie to the prom. All episodes are now streaming on Prime Video."
Adaptation history and streaming availability
Carrie has been adapted multiple times, first in 1976, then again in 2013, with a television movie produced in 2002. The 2026 adaptation is being branded by viewers as one of the best so far. All episodes are available to stream on Prime Video.
