Concerns have been raised regarding the necessity of an eight-hour adaptation, given that previous film versions were under two hours long.

Flanagan, recognized as a leading horror filmmaker, is expected to do justice to the 'Carrie' series for its loyal fans.

In addition to 'Carrie,' Amazon is also developing other Stephen King adaptations, including a series based on 'Fairy Tale'.

Mike Flanagan is developing a new TV series adaptation of Stephen King's iconic 1974 novel, 'Carrie,' for Amazon's Prime Video.

This adaptation is in collaboration with Stephen King and is progressing quickly, with a writer's room already established.

Carrie faces bullying from her peers and struggles with an abusive, religiously fanatical mother, which shapes her character and motivations.

As of now, no actors have been attached to the project, but competition for the lead roles is expected to be intense.

Described as 'a bold and timely reimagining,' the series will consist of eight episodes and explore the story of Carrie White, a high-school misfit with telekinetic powers.

The extended runtime may allow for deeper exploration of character backstories, including those of Sue Snell and Chris Hargensen.

He has previously adapted multiple Stephen King works, including 'Doctor Sleep' and 'Gerald's Game,' and has transitioned his overall deal to Amazon MGM Studios.

Currently, there is no release date for the 'Carrie' TV series, while Flanagan's latest film, 'The Life of Chuck,' is set for theatrical release in 2025.

Deadline was the first to report on Flanagan's adaptation of 'Carrie,' marking another significant project in the realm of horror adaptations.