Is Summer H Howell The Next Carrie? Here’s What You Need To Know!

Amazon is breathing new life into Stephen King’s classic Carrie with a bold new reimagining officially greenlit for an eight-episode series. The horror classic is being reshaped for a modern audience, and 20-year-old actress Summer H Howell is reportedly in line to take on the iconic lead role. But who exactly is she and why is she perfect for this project?

Carrie Returns in a Modern Reimagining

Originally published in 1974, Carrie tells the chilling story of a high school misfit with dangerous telekinetic powers and a traumatic home life. According to Variety, this new version is a “bold and timely” take, set in a modern high school landscape, where Carrie White faces bullying, grief, and her own supernatural awakening.

Mike Flanagan Takes the Reins

The new series will be helmed by Mike Flanagan, known for his standout work in horror, including Doctor Sleep, Gerald’s Game, and The Haunting of Hill House. As writer, executive producer, showrunner, and director of some episodes, Flanagan’s involvement signals a darker, more emotionally driven adaptation of Carrie.

Who Is Summer H Howell?

Summer H Howell may not be a household name yet but she’s no stranger to horror. Her career began at just eight years old when she starred as Alice in Curse of Chucky (2013). She later reprised the role in Cult of Chucky (2017), earning her credibility among horror fans early in her career.

A Horror Prodigy in the Making

Howell has consistently taken on chilling and emotionally intense roles. In Hunter Hunter (2020), she played a young girl living in the wilderness whose life takes a gruesome turn. In Spirit in the Blood (2023), she faced supernatural forces with a group of girls seeking justice for a friend’s death further cementing her as a rising scream queen.

Not Just a Horror Actress

Though known for her horror roots, Howell has also proven her versatility. In 2023, she starred in Abducted by My Teacher, a Prime Video drama based on a true crime story, showing her range beyond the supernatural genre.

A Perfect Match for Carrie

With her extensive horror background and emotional depth as an actress, Summer H Howell could be the perfect fit to bring a new, modern version of Carrie White to life. With Flanagan behind the scenes and Howell potentially in the lead, Amazon’s Carrie is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated reboots in recent memory.