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Thrilling 'The Housemaid' Set for December 2025 Release

11/27/2025

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The film The Housemaid, directed by Paul Feig and starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, releases December 19, 2025.
It is based on Freida McFadden's novel and follows Millie, who becomes a housemaid for a wealthy couple.
Early reactions describe it as a wild, twisted thriller and praise the performances of Sweeney and Seyfried.
Critics also note a suspenseful narrative and potential for a franchise, given the novel's sequels.

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Story summary

The film The Housemaid, directed by Paul Feig and starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, releases December 19, 2025.
It is based on Freida McFadden's novel and follows Millie, who becomes a housemaid for a wealthy couple.
Early reactions describe it as a wild, twisted thriller and praise the performances of Sweeney and Seyfried.
Critics also note a suspenseful narrative and potential for a franchise, given the novel's sequels.