Prime Video renews "Carrie" for second season
Amazon's Prime Video has ordered a second season of its adaptation of Stephen King's "Carrie," extending the story beyond the novel's prom night events.
Prime Video announced that its series "Carrie" will return for a second season, picking up the narrative after the prom night depicted in the first season. The renewal was confirmed just two weeks after the debut episode aired on Oct. 7, and the show topped the streaming platform in more than 100 territories during its initial two weeks.
Mike Flanagan, who adapted the novel, will remain as showrunner and executive producer, with Stephen King continuing as an executive producer. Peter Friedlander, head of global television at Amazon MGM Studios, said, "Carrie is connecting with both longtime Stephen King fans and a new generation altogether — including young adults and international audiences, with particular strength among female viewers. It speaks to the enduring power of this story and signals that Mike Flanagan’s reimagining of the iconic IP has real breadth. We’re excited by where he and Stephen plan to take the story."
Flanagan added, "From the beginning, we imagined a story that goes far beyond the prom, and I’m grateful for Stephen’s trust and support in exploring what comes next." King said, "I can’t wait for audiences to get to see what’s down the road for Carrie White. Mike Flanagan and I are excited about what comes next."
The first season followed Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) as she navigated high school, viral bullying, and emerging telekinetic powers. The cast also includes Siena Agudong, Alison Thornton, Joel Oulette, Josie Totah, Arthur Conti, Thalia Dudek, Amber Midthunder, Matthew Lillard and several recurring actors.