'Carrie' Renewed for Season 2 on Prime Video
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Prime Video has renewed the series "Carrie," based on Stephen King's debut novel, for a second season following its successful debut on October 7, where it ranked No. 1 in over 100 territories.
- The show continues to follow Carrie White, played by Summer H. Howell, after the events of prom night, with Mike Flanagan returning as showrunner and executive producer alongside King.
- Season one explores Carrie’s struggles with bullying, social media cruelty, and her emerging telekinetic powers in a modern setting, resonating strongly with young adults, female viewers, and international audiences.
- Both Flanagan and King express enthusiasm about expanding the story beyond the original prom night narrative, promising thrilling developments in the upcoming season.
- The first season featured a diverse cast including Siena Agudong, Alison Thornton, and Matthew Lillard, with notable recurring roles from Kate Siegel, Rahul Kohli, and Heather Graham.
