‘Carrie’ Returns: New Series Aims to Reintroduce Horror Classic to a New Generation

A new Carrie series is in development, bringing Stephen King’s iconic horror story back for a new generation.

One of horror’s most iconic stories is being brought back once again—this time for television.

According to Deadline, a new series adaptation of Carrie is in development, with actress Heather Graham teasing early details about the project and its direction.

While specifics remain limited, the series is being positioned as a modern reintroduction of the story’s core themes for a new generation. First published in 1974, Carrie remains one of the most influential works in horror, centered on a bullied teenage girl whose telekinetic powers erupt with devastating consequences.

The property has seen multiple adaptations over the decades, including the 1976 film directed by Brian De Palma and subsequent remakes, but the shift to a serialized format suggests a deeper exploration of the character and the world around her.

Graham indicated that the project aims to retain the emotional and psychological weight that made Carrie resonate while updating its lens for contemporary audiences. The themes of isolation, trauma and social pressure—long at the center of the story—remain as relevant as ever.

As studios continue to revisit established horror IP for television, Carrie stands as one of the genre’s most enduring titles, with a narrative that has consistently translated across generations.

Further details, including casting, network and release timeline, have not yet been announced.