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Why New ‘Carrie’ Summer H. Howell Didn’t Watch OG Film Before Taking Iconic Role (Exclusive)

Oct 8, 2026 · 0:09:55

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New 'Carrie' star Summer H. Howell didn't watch the original.
She beat out 1,400 actresses for the iconic role.
Director Mike Flanagan helped perfect the mother-daughter dynamic.

Guests on This Episode

Samantha Sloyan

American actress · 6 podcast appearances

American actress · 2 podcast appearances

Summer H. Howell

actress · 5 podcast appearances

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