The Housemaid is an eagerly anticipated psychological thriller movie based on Freida McFadden’s bestselling novel, making its way to theaters this winter. Directed by Paul Feig, the film delivers a suspenseful and twisted story about secrets, manipulation, and deception in a seemingly perfect home.
What is the movie ‘The Housemaid’ about? Plot Details
The story centers on Millie (Sydney Sweeney), a woman seeking a fresh start after a difficult past. She takes a live-in housemaid job with the wealthy Winchester family—Nina (Amanda Seyfried) and Andrew (Brandon Sklenar). What begins as a dream opportunity quickly evolves into a nightmarish ordeal. As Millie grows closer to the Winchesters, she uncovers dangerously dark secrets behind the family’s lavish facade. The film follows Millie as she realizes that the family’s buried scandals may be even more perilous than her own mysterious history, propelling viewers through a maze of suspense and shocking twists.
Cast
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Sydney Sweeney as Millie
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Amanda Seyfried as Nina Winchester
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Brandon Sklenar as Andrew Winchester
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Michele Morrone
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Elizabeth Perkins
Additional supporting roles are yet to be revealed officially, but the ensemble promises a memorable collection of performances led by its A-list cast.
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Production
Paul Feig, celebrated for his work on thrillers like A Simple Favor, directs from a screenplay by Rebecca Sonnenshine (known for The Boys and The Vampire Diaries). The adaptation is produced by Todd Lieberman (Hidden Pictures), Laura Fischer, and Paul Feig, with Sweeney, Seyfried, and McFadden herself on board as executive producers. The movie was brought to life under Lionsgate’s banner, and principal photography wrapped up smoothly with the creators focusing on maintaining the tension and psychological edge that made the original novel a bestseller.
Release Date
The Housemaid movie is set to premiere in theaters across the United States on December 19, 2025. Originally slated for a Christmas Day release, the film moved ahead to avoid box office clashes and is now one of the last major book-to-film adaptations of 2025.
Trailer:
Lionsgate unveiled the official trailer on September 16, 2025, delivering a glimpse into the chilling and suspenseful world of The Housemaid. The trailer highlights tense confrontations, atmospheric settings, and gripping performances from Sweeney and Seyfried. It teases a blend of psychological drama and edge-of-your-seat thrills, promising audiences a haunting cinematic experience.
The Housemaid aims to enthrall viewers with its layered characters, escalating stakes, and shocking revelations. If psychological thrillers filled with secrets and suspense are on the must-watch list this season, The Housemaid is not to be missed
