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First, it was Normal People and Heartstopper, then it was Red, White & Royal Blue and It Ends with Us. Now, another best-selling thriller is making the leap from page to screen, and this time, it’s The Housemaid by Freida McFadden.
With Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried leading the cast, this psychological thriller is set to be one of the most talked-about films of 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about The Housemaid movie adaptation.
Is The Housemaid book being made into a movie?
Yes! The 2022 psychological thriller by Freida McFadden, which became a viral sensation on BookTok, is officially being adapted into a film. The movie will be directed by Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, A Simple Favour), with Sydney and Amanda both starring and serving as executive producers. Lionsgate is behind the adaptation, and Freida herself is credited as an executive producer, calling the cast and team a “dream come true.”
What is The Housemaid about?
The story follows Millie (Sydney), a young woman who lands a job as a housemaid for a wealthy couple, Nina (Amanda) and Andrew (Brandon Sklenar). But what seems like an opportunity quickly takes a dark turn as Millie uncovers secrets about the family that are far more sinister than she ever imagined.
The book was a massive hit, spending two weeks on The New York Times Best Sellers list and winning the 2023 International Thriller Writers Award for Best Paperback Original Novel. Fans of Freida’s gripping storytelling are eager to see how the adaptation will bring the book’s eerie atmosphere to life.
Who is in the cast of The Housemaid?
The film has assembled an exciting lineup of talent:
- Sydney Sweeney as Millie
- Amanda Seyfried as Nina
- Brandon Sklenar (It Ends with Us, 1923) as Andrew
- Michele Morrone (365 Days) as Enzo, the family’s mysterious groundskeeper
- Indiana Elle as Cece, Nina’s daughter
Lionsgate’s President of Production, Erin Westerman, described Sydney and Amanda as “perfect” for their roles, saying they have the ability to “become characters who don’t reveal everything right away.”
Who is directing The Housemaid?
Paul Feig, known for films like Bridesmaids, The Heat, and A Simple Favor, is taking the reins on The Housemaid. He announced his involvement in October 2024 with a playful Instagram video, hyping up fans for what’s sure to be a stylish and suspenseful thriller.
Where is The Housemaid being filmed?
Filming took place in multiple locations in New Jersey, including Ridgewood, Montclair, and Cresskill. One notable spot is Rutt’s Hut, a popular hot dog joint previously featured in the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown.
When will The Housemaid be released?
Mark your calendars—The Housemaid is set to hit theaters on December 25, 2025. With a Christmas Day release, it’s bound to be one of the most anticipated thrillers of the year.
