Original ‘Carrie’ Star Will Be “First in Line” to Watch Upcoming Adaptation

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Production has finished on the new TV series based on Stephen King’s first novel, Carrie, and it’s now moving into the editing and finishing phase, overseen by Mike Flanagan. While details are mostly secret, the show is said to be inspired by current world events. As fans await more information, Sissy Spacek, who originally played Carrie in the 1976 film, has said she’s looking forward to watching the new version when it becomes available on Prime Video, just like many other Stephen King enthusiasts.

Sissy Spacek attended the premiere of her new movie, Die My Love, and chatted with Entertainment Tonight about the upcoming Carrie remake. She confirmed she won’t be making a cameo in the series, but expressed her enthusiasm for this new adaptation of Stephen King’s story.

I’m not appearing in it, but I’ll definitely be one of the first to watch! It’s a wonderful tribute, and I know Stephen King and the rest of the original cast feel the same way. It’s great to see ‘Carrie’ connecting with a new generation of teenagers.

1976’s ‘Carrie’ Will Turn 50 Next Year: Does It Hold Up?


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The original Carrie movie came out in 1976. Directed by Brian De Palma and adapted by Lawrence D. Cohen, it featured Sissy Spacek alongside Piper Laurie, Nancy Allen, Amy Irving, and John Travolta. Though initially released in only a few theaters, the film received strong positive reactions and quickly became a major talking point in the horror genre during the 1970s.

Both Spacek and Laurie received Academy Award nominations for their performances in Carrie – Spacek for Best Actress and Laurie for Best Supporting Actress. The film itself is highly praised, with a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and is considered a classic horror movie. It’s known for its intense and brutal portrayal of teenage struggles and extreme religious beliefs.

In celebration of the film’s 50th anniversary, Spacek fondly remembered her collaborators, saying it was a joy to work with people so passionate about their craft. She also noted the film continues to connect with younger viewers because it tackles authentic and relatable themes.

The transition from middle school to high school is a period of huge change for everyone. We all carry a bit of that vulnerable, sometimes wounded, teenage experience inside us – it’s a really challenging time.

Man, that movie really got to me. It perfectly captured how tough and, honestly, sad growing up can be. It felt so real, you know? I really feel for all the teenagers going through it – it’s never been easy, and it doesn’t seem like it’s getting any easier. And a special shout-out to anyone picking on others – not cool, and we’re not letting that slide.

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2025-11-15 20:08