Mike Flanagan is trying to launch Summer H. Howell in his series adaptation by Stephen King’s Carrie

Carrie He is getting a new adaptation thanks to Maestro Horror Mike Flanagan At the helm and we just learned that nascent star Summer H. Howell It will potentially enter the padded spotlights.

Deadline reports that Howell, better known for Hunter Hunter and his breakout at the age of 8 Curse of chuckyIt is in negotiations to play the role of the protagonist in the next Flanagan Carrie Series for video first. If the agreement passed, this would mark its first leading role in a television series.

The project is a new interpretation of Stephen King’s iconic novel, it is described as a reimagination of the history of Carrie White, the shy marginalized of the high schools grown by her overbearing mother. But this version adds some new elements to history.

After the death of his father, Carrie is pushed into the harsh world of high school, captured in the middle of a bullying scandal while strange telecinetic powers begin to emerge. It is a family territory, but with Flanagan involved, a new emotional depth and psychological complexity expects.

The series is written and directed by Flanagan, which the manager also produces together with a longtime collaborator Trevor Macy. Filming starts in May in Vancouver.

For fans of horror, the name of Flanagan is reassuring. With titles such as The pursuit of Hill House, Midnight massAND Sleep doctor Under his belt, it is known for merged the supernatural terror with the human drama e Carrie It offers fertile ground for both.

Obviously, Sissy SpacekChilling performance, appointed to Oscar in Brian de PalmaThe 1976 film still projects a long shadow. Chloë grace moretz I took the cloak in the 2013 remake. If Howell signs, he will be the third main actress to take on the role and will bring fresh energy to this modern reinterpretation.

THE Carrie The series is part of the largest push of first videos in the iconic women’s guidance properties. The streamer recently launched Lexi Mineree as Elle in his Legally blonde prequel, and according to what reports is in interviews with Sophie Turner for the tomb Raider Restart.

With the production around the corner and Flanagan driving the ship, this could be one of the most discussed horror series of the year. We hope that the dance decorations will be retardant.