Mike Flanagan’s “Carrie,” his first series for Amazon Studios, begins by moving between two timelines, according to a review published by Fox News’ OutKick on Oct. 14, 2026.
The premiere follows Carrie after her father’s death as she enters public school, where she struggles with the unfamiliar environment and is bullied. The reviewer also describes signs of paranormal abilities that neither Carrie nor those around her appear able to control.
A second timeline consists of interviews with survivors after a violent event. Carrie does not appear in those scenes, but the interviews establish that people introduced earlier have died. The reviewer says the structure sets up Carrie’s development and suggests the tragedy may involve more than one person.
The review highlights the decision not to have interview subjects portray Carrie as a villain, interpreting that choice as a sign that the series may continue to present her sympathetically. It also cautions that the premiere contains uncomfortable material, including a locker-room scene.
Flanagan is known for horror television and film projects, and the review identifies “Carrie” as his first series since 2023. The reviewer says the premiere’s approach could build on his earlier work, while acknowledging that they had not read King’s novel or watched previous screen adaptations before viewing it.
The account reflects one reviewer’s response to the premiere, rather than an independent assessment of the series or its full season.
