Mike Flanagan is a 48-year-old American horror director, writer and producer, born May 20, 1978, in Salem, Massachusetts. [1]
He created The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass and the 2026 Prime Video series Carrie. He is married to actress Kate Siegel and has three children. He leads Red Room Pictures. No verified net worth exists, but estimates run from $1 million to $10 million. The Exorcist: Martyrs opens March 12, 2027. [1][3]
Mike Flanagan Quick Facts (2026)
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Birth date | May 20, 1978 [1] |
| Age | 48 |
| Birthplace | Salem, Massachusetts [1] |
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Education | BA, Towson University (Electronic Media & Film) [1] |
| Company | Red Room Pictures (founded 2024) [1] |
| Spouse | Kate Siegel (married February 2016) [1] |
| Children | 3 [1] |
| Height | About 6 ft (estimate) [9] |
| Net worth | $1M–$10M (unverified estimate) [15] |
| Sober since | December 2018 [10] |
How Old Is Mike Flanagan?
- Birth date: May 20, 1978 [1]
- Age today: 48
- Next birthday: 49 on May 20, 2027
- Age at Exorcist: Martyrs release: 48
Older pages list his age as anywhere from 43 to 47. Those pages simply stopped updating. We calculate age from his birth date and today's date. [15]
How Tall Is Mike Flanagan?
No official height exists. We found no studio bio or interview that states one. [15]
| Source type | Listed height |
|---|---|
| Aggregator A | 5'10" |
| Listal | 6'0" (about 1.83 m) [9] |
| Aggregator B | 6'1" (1.85 m) |
| Aggregator C | 6'3", but also "185 cm" (mismatch) |
| Aggregator D | 1.96 m (about 6'5") |
- Best estimate: about 6 ft.
- Math check: 185 cm equals 6'1", not 6'3".
- Confidence: low.
Early Life and Education
- Born in Salem. His father, Timothy, served in the U.S. Coast Guard, so the family moved often. [1]
- The family once lived on Governors Island. [1]
- He grew up mostly in Maryland and attended Archbishop Spalding High School. [1]
- He earned a Towson University degree with a theater minor. [1]
- He read Stephen King's It in fifth grade and calls himself a scared kid. [11]
Salem left a mark on him. He kept an interest in the witch trials and ghost stories. [1]
Career Timeline
| Year | Project | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Makebelieve | First feature, made at age 21 [1] |
| 2006 | Oculus short | Made for $1,500; led to the feature [1] |
| 2011 | Absentia | Made for $70,000 through Kickstarter [1] |
| 2013–14 | Oculus | Theatrical release via Relativity Media [1] |
| 2016 | Hush, Ouija: Origin of Evil | Netflix hit; Ouija earned $81M+ worldwide [1] |
| 2017 | Gerald's Game | First Stephen King adaptation [1] |
| 2018 | The Haunting of Hill House | Shirley Jackson adaptation; Fangoria Chainsaw win [1] |
| 2019 | Doctor Sleep | Shining sequel with Ewan McGregor [1] |
| 2020–23 | Bly Manor, Midnight Mass, Midnight Club, Usher | Henry James, Christopher Pike and Edgar Allan Poe adaptations [1] |
| 2024 | The Life of Chuck | Won the TIFF People's Choice Award [1] |
| 2026 | Carrie | Prime Video series, Oct 7 [2] |
| 2027 | The Exorcist: Martyrs | Universal film, March 12 [3] |
Information Gain: How His Deals Changed
This table compiles dates from Wikipedia and Deadline. It shows his move from indie filmmaker to multi-studio creator.
| Era | Partner | Key signal |
|---|---|---|
| 2011–13 | Independent | Absentia went to Netflix after a Kickstarter launch [1] |
| 2016–23 | Netflix | Overall TV deal announced February 2019 [1][8] |
| Dec 2022 | Amazon Studios | First-look TV deal [1] |
| May 2024 | Red Room Pictures | Own company; split from Intrepid [1][8] |
| Feb 2026 | Warner Bros. | Writing and directing The Mist [6] |
| Mar 2026 | Amazon MGM Studios | Multi-year exclusive TV deal [5] |
- He owns the TV rights to Stephen King's The Dark Tower. [1]
- Screen Rant says Carrie hints at that project. [13]
- He now works with three major studios. [1][3][6]
Mike Flanagan 2026 Update
- Carrie: all eight episodes arrived on Prime Video on October 7, 2026. [2][4]
- Directors: Flanagan directed episodes 1, 2, 7 and 8. Kate Siegel directed "Social Studies." [2][4]
- Cast: Summer H. Howell plays Carrie, and Samantha Sloyan plays Margaret. [2]
- Reception: Collider reports critical praise. [12]
- Music: on October 9, 2026, he said the "Tubular Bells" theme will be absent from Martyrs. [3]
- Clayface: he wrote the first draft. James Watkins directed it. [1]
Mike Flanagan's Upcoming Projects
Mike Flanagan has one film and one King adaptation in the pipeline after Carrie: The Exorcist: Martyrs (March 12, 2027) and The Mist.
| Project | His role | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrie (Prime Video) | Showrunner, writer, director of 4 episodes | Streaming since Oct 7, 2026 | [2][16] |
| The Exorcist: Martyrs (Universal) | Writer, director | Opens March 12, 2027; stars Scarlett Johansson and Chiwetel Ejiofor | [3][7] |
| The Mist (Warner Bros.) | Writer, director | Announced February 2026; no release date found | [6] |
| The Dark Tower (TV) | Holds the TV rights | No confirmed production | [1][13] |
| Amazon MGM TV slate | Exclusive multi-year deal | Titles not yet announced | [5] |
In the News: Carrie Trailer and Premiere Date
In a July 2026 report, BriefLedger's Chloe Jones covered the Carrie teaser trailer. Prime Video revealed it at San Diego Comic-Con and confirmed all eight episodes would launch together on October 7. [16]
Key points from that report: [16]
- Flanagan announced the date at the end of the show's Comic-Con panel.
- Production had wrapped by July.
- A preview screening was planned for the Toronto International Film Festival in September.
- The report calls Carrie his fourth King adaptation and his first for television.
- Reported cast includes Summer H. Howell, Samantha Sloyan, Matthew Lillard, Amber Midthunder, Siena Agudong and Josie Totah.
- Stephen King and Trevor Macy executive produce. Flanagan directed four of the eight episodes.
Where to watch in the UK: Prime Video streams Carrie worldwide at the same time as the US. BriefLedger reported UK pricing of £5.99 a month for Prime Video only and £8.99 for full Amazon Prime in July 2026. [16] Check current prices before you subscribe.
Mike Flanagan Net Worth in 2026
No credible outlet has published a verified figure. [15] Private deals and ownership stakes are not public.
| Year | Estimate | Source type |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1M–$5M | Aggregator |
| 2023 | $1M–$5M | Aggregator |
| 2024 | $1M–$10M | Aggregator |
| 2026 | About $10M | Aggregator |
Likely income sources (no dollar figures are public):
- Writing, directing and producing fees
- Showrunner and overall TV deals [5]
- Ownership in Red Room Pictures [1]
- Executive producer credits, such as Shelby Oaks [1]
Mike Flanagan's Wife, Children and Personal Life
- Wife: actress Kate Siegel, born August 9, 1982. They married in February 2016. [1][14]
- Children: a son with Courtney Bell, plus a son and daughter with Siegel. [1]
- Names: primary sources do not confirm them, so we omit them.
- Sibling: Jamie Flanagan has worked on several of his series. [1]
- Faith: he was raised Catholic and is now an atheist. [1]
- Sobriety: he marked seven years sober on December 10, 2025. [10]
Frequent Collaborator Index
This list uses Wikipedia's collaborator table. Counts include upcoming projects. [1]
| Actor | Listed credits | Example role |
|---|---|---|
| Kate Siegel | 11 | Theodora Crain |
| Samantha Sloyan | 8 | Bev Keane |
| Henry Thomas | 8 | Jack Torrance |
| Rahul Kohli | 7 | Owen Sharma |
| Katie Parker | 7 | Callie Russel |
Awards and Honors
- Maelstrom Jury Award: Best Feature for Absentia, 2011. [1]
- Fangoria Chainsaw Award: Best Series for Hill House, 2019. [1]
- Bram Stoker Award: screenplay for Midnight Mass, 2022. [1]
- TIFF People's Choice Award: The Life of Chuck, 2024. [1]
- Academy invitation: joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2025. [1]
- Guinness record: 21 jump scares in one Midnight Club episode. [1]
- Correction: Doctor Sleep earned Saturn nominations, not wins. [1]
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How old is Mike Flanagan?
A: Mike Flanagan is 48 years old as of October 15, 2026. He was born on May 20, 1978, in Salem, Massachusetts. He turns 49 on May 20, 2027.
Q: Where did Mike Flanagan go to college?
A: Mike Flanagan earned a bachelor's degree in Electronic Media and Film at Towson University in Maryland. He minored in Theater. He attended Archbishop Spalding High School before college.
Q: How tall is Mike Flanagan?
A: No official height exists, but about 6 feet (1.83 m) is the most common listing. Published pages range from 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 3 inches. Treat any single number as an estimate.
Q: What is Mike Flanagan's net worth in 2026?
A: No verified figure exists. Published estimates range from $1 million to about $10 million. They come from aggregator sites, not financial filings, so deal earnings and ownership shares remain private.
Q: Who is Mike Flanagan married to?
A: Mike Flanagan is married to actress and screenwriter Kate Siegel, whom he wed in February 2016. Siegel appears in most of his projects and co-wrote Hush. She also directed an episode of Carrie.
Q: How many children does Mike Flanagan have?
A: Mike Flanagan has three children, according to Wikipedia. He has a son with actress Courtney Bell and a son and daughter with Kate Siegel. Primary sources do not confirm the children's names.
Q: When does The Exorcist: Martyrs come out?
A: The Exorcist: Martyrs is scheduled for March 12, 2027, from Universal Pictures. Mike Flanagan writes and directs, and Scarlett Johansson stars. The date has shifted before, so confirm it closer to release.
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