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The Housemaidis an upcoming movie adaptation of the 2022 Frieda McFadden novel of the same name and there’s been some exciting news about the release date, cast, and production. Based on the first book inTheHousemaidseries by author Frieda McFadden (a pen name for a prolific American author/practicing physician),The Housemaidisa psychological thriller moviethat was first announced in April 2023 and in just two years, there has already been quite a lot of news.
Lionsgate got the rights to the film and then clearly went to work right afterward.Modern book-to-movie adaptationscan be fantastic films that stand on their own, and even add something missing in the original novel, like withGone Girl; or they can completely flop, like in the case ofThe Dark Tower. Hopefully,The Housemaidis in the former camp.There has been a lot of news aboutThe Housemaidsince April 2023with everything from the cast to the release date being announced.
The Housemaid Movie Latest News
The Housemaid Is Filming In North New Jersey
The latest news aboutThe Housemaidcomes from North Jersey, specifically Morris County, whereThe Housemaidbegan filming in early January (viaNorthJersey). The production crew was spotted at a house in the town of Madison.
The Housemaid Movie Is Confirmed
Paul Feig Is Directing
The Housemaidwas first announced in April 2023, whenThe Boysexecutive producer, Rebecca Sonnenshine, was penned to adapt McFadden’s novel for Lionsgate (viaDeadline). Later, in October 2024, it was announced that Paul Feig would be directing (viaDeadline).
The Housemaid Release Date
The Film Will Release On Christmas Day
The Housemaidis set for release on Christmas Day, June 06, 2025 (viaDeadline).
The Housemaid Movie Cast
Sydney Sweeney And Amanda Seyfried Are Set To Star
The cast forThe Housemaidwas first announced alongside the news about Feig. Sydney Sweeney is set to play Millie, a struggling woman who gets a fresh start when she gets a job as a housemaid to Nina, played by Amanda Seyfried, a wealthy, upper-class woman. Brandon Sklenar was later announced to play Andrew, Nina’s husband (viaDeadline). Nina and Andrew’s groundskeeper, Enzo, will be played by Michele Morrone (viaPeople).
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It has not been officially confirmed, but on June 07, 2025, actress Indiana Elle shared photos of herself and Sydney Sweeney on herInstagramwith the caption,
“Cat’s out of the bag! EPIC night out with my amazing costar in @housemaidmovie @sydney_sweeney and @brooklynnets and @nyknicks at @barclayscenter . Still buzzing!”
The Housemaid Movie Story Details
The Housemaid Is A Twisting, Psychological Thriller
The Housemaidfollows Millie, a young, down-on-her-luck woman hoping to put the demons of her past behind her. She gets her chance when she earns a steady housekeeping job for the wealthy, upper-class couple, Nina and Amanda. Offered a room in the attic that locks from the outside,Millie soon learns that her own secrets pale in comparison to what her new employers are hiding. It’s a plot ripe for twists, turns, and dark reveals. Sweeney and Seyfried’s characters will likely end up coming into direct conflict by the end of the film.
The Housemaid Movie’s Franchise Potential
There Are Four Books In The Housemaid Franchise
The Housemaidis a best-selling novel that spent two weeks onThe New York Times Best Sellers listand alsowon the 2023 International Thriller Writers award for best paperback original novel. Even better, it’s only the first book in a series that includesThe Housemaid’s Secret(June 25, 2025),“The Housemaid’s Wedding”(August 21, 2025), andThe Housemaid is Watching(August 21, 2025).
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While it’s possible thatThe Housemaidmovie adapts multiple books in Freida McFadden’s series, it’s also completely possible that there will be three more film adaptations if the first is successful.The Housemaidcould turn into a movie franchise itself if Sweeney and the others are happy with the product and Lionsgate decides it’s worth the investment.
