Mike Flanagan’s Carrie TV Show Casts Hereditary Star in Lead Role

Further details regarding Mike Flanagan’s upcoming adaptation of Carrie have surfaced, hinting at potential candidates for the main character in the television series.

As a gamer, I’m thrilled by the latest rumor that’s been floating around. According to Daniel Richtman from World of Reel, Milly Shapiro, who played Charlie in Hereditary, might be stepping into the role of Carrie for an upcoming series! Additionally, it seems Samantha Sloyan (from Hush) could join her as Margaret, Carrie’s mother in this potential production. Exciting times ahead!

Apart from his role in “Hereditary,” Shapiro hasn’t taken on any major film roles, but he is expected to make an appearance in the 2025 movie titled “The Hallowarrior.” Additionally, Shapiro has previously appeared as a regular actor in the comedy horror-thriller series on Peacock, called “Hysteria!”.

What do we know about Mike Flanagan’s Carrie TV show?

At this point, details about the upcoming series are still scant, however it’s been confirmed that Mike Flanagan will serve as an executive producer alongside Trevor Macy. It’s undetermined whether or not Flanagan will contribute to the writing of the series, but with a writer’s room opening soon, it appears Amazon is eager to move forward swiftly on this project.

Initially released in 1974, Carrie is recognized as one of the iconic works penned by Stephen King, a renowned author. The movie version, equally legendary, premiered in 1976 under the guidance of director Brian De Palma and featured Sissy Spacek, John Travolta, and Piper Laurie.

The movie, similar to the novel, is frequently hailed as one of the most famous and outstanding horror productions ever crafted. It’s generally regarded as one of Stephen King’s best film adaptations.

Flanagan has been a prominent figure in the horror genre since the 2000s. He is recognized for his work as a filmmaker, particularly for producing, writing, and overseeing several Netflix horror series. These include The Haunting of Hill House, The Haunting of Bly Manor, Midnight Mass, The Midnight Club, and The Fall of the House of Usher.

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2025-04-01 21:42