Brian De Palma directs this horror classic based on the novel by Stephen King. Carrie White (Sissy Spacek) is a shy teenager whose awakening sexuality is at odds with her puritanical mother's fanatical teachings. Physically abused at home and mercilessly bullied at school, an unexpected prom invitation seems to be Carrie's first chance at happiness.

However, the night ends with Carrie victimised by a cruel practical joke and her resulting emotional distress has violent and fiery consequences.