Washington DC, April 9 -- 'The Spirit in the Blood' actress Summer H Howell is nearing a deal to star in Mike Flanagan's upcoming 'Carrie' TV series at Amazon in the title role, reported Variety.

According to the outlet, 'Carrie' was initially reported to be in development at Amazon in October 2024. There has been no formal announcement of a series pickup at this time, but it is believed to be coming imminently.

The show is based on the iconic Stephen King novel of the same name.

The logline of the series describes it as a "bold and timely reimagining of the story of misfit high-schooler Carrie White (Howell), who has spent her life in seclusion with her domineering mother. After her father's sudden and untimely death, Carrie finds her...