Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney are teaming up to bring The Housemaid, Freida McFadden’s best-selling psychological thriller, to life on the big screen. Directed by Paul Feig and produced by Lionsgate, this much-anticipated adaptation promises gripping suspense, twisted secrets, and powerhouse performances from its star-studded cast. Set to hit theaters on December 25, 2025, The Housemaid is already generating major buzz. Here’s everything we know so far.
What Is The Housemaid About?
Based on McFadden’s 2022 novel, the film follows Millie (Sweeney), a struggling young woman who lands a dream job as a housemaid for an affluent couple, Nina (Seyfried) and Andrew (Brandon Sklenar). But what starts as an opportunity quickly turns into a nightmare when Millie discovers that her employers have dark secrets — ones far more dangerous than her own.
McFadden’s novel captivated readers, spending two weeks on The New York Times Best Sellers list and earning the 2023 International Thriller Writers award for Best Paperback Original Novel. Fans are eager to see how the movie adaptation will bring the book’s psychological twists and chilling tension to the screen.
Who’s Starring in The Housemaid?
Sweeney and Seyfried will take on the leading roles as Millie and Nina. Lionsgate Motion Picture Group's president of production, Erin Westerman, described the pair as a perfect casting choice, saying,
"They’re both mysterious, nuanced, and incredibly skilled at becoming characters who don’t reveal everything right away."
Brandon Sklenar (It Ends with Us, 1923) will play Andrew, Nina’s husband, while 365 Days star Michele Morrone has been cast as Enzo, the family’s enigmatic and alluring groundskeeper. Morrone, who once worked as a landscaper in Italy, revealed that the role "couldn’t be any closer" to his personal journey.
Actress Indiana Elle is also set to appear in the film, though her role remains a mystery. On January 22, 2025, she teased her involvement by posting photos of a courtside outing with Sweeney at a Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks game, captioning the images, "Cat’s out of the bag!"
Who’s Behind the Camera?
Acclaimed director Paul Feig, known for Bridesmaids, The Heat, and A Simple Favor, is set to helm The Housemaid. Feig has already shared his enthusiasm for the project, posting an Instagram video in October 2024 where he dramatically wiped his fingerprints off a copy of the novel while sipping a martini. He captioned it: "It’s happening. So excited to bring this great book to life! Millie is on her way."
When Will The Housemaid Be Released?
Mark your calendars — The Housemaid is set to premiere in theaters on December 25, 2025. With an all-star cast, a thrilling story, and an acclaimed director at the helm, this psychological thriller is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of the year.
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