Prime Video's new adaptation of Stephen King's 1974 debut novel, Carrie, has become essential viewing for the spooky season, remaining firmly at number one in the UK Top 10 since its debut earlier this month. The eight-episode supernatural horror series presents a reimagined version of the story of outsider high schooler Carrie White, who has spent most of her life in isolation.
Following her father's sudden death, Carrie enters unfamiliar territory as she begins attending a public high school, yet finds it difficult to integrate properly before discovering mysterious powers. It is not the first time a Carrie adaptation has made it to screens, with previous versions in 1976, 2013, and a television film in 2002.
Binge-Watching Phenomenon
Since its launch on October 7, audiences have been rushing to Prime Video to watch the entire series in one sitting, with it maintaining its position at the top of the UK charts. Viewers have taken to social media to share their reactions, with one confessing: "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." One viewer responded: "I binged it and loved it! !" Another remarked: "I watched the whole thing in 1 day", while a third noted: "Just watched the entire series today! So good and I hear there's going to be more seasons! ! !"
Official Synopsis and Cast
An official synopsis states: "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)."
"After her father's sudden, untimely death thrusts her into the unforgiving ecosystem of public high school, Carrie is forced to navigate a viral bullying scandal that tears through her community, the relentless pressure and casual cruelty of the social‐media age, and the awakening of mysterious telekinetic powers that rise alongside her adolescence."
Viewer Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Prime Video had previously posted on Instagram: "If you've got a taste for terror...take #Carrie to the prom. All episodes are now streaming on Prime Video." One viewer replied: "I need another season man", while another echoed: "I just finished and I need 4 more seasons AT LEAST MIKE FLANAGAN SUPREMACY."
A third pleaded: "Hi prime, can you release a new season next week? I watched everything in one day." Another stated: "I've never binge watch a show but when the show is so good, you just can't pause and watch the next day. I watched the entire season of Carrie. What an amazing series amazing amazing acting Mike Flanagan congratulations man. This was what we needed for spooky season. Thank you amazing." On X, one viewer confessed: "I'm only 2 episodes in , but Samantha Sloyan is already absolutely terrifying in #Carrie."
Carrie can be streamed on Prime Video.
