Is There a Sequel to The Housemaid?
Yes, a sequel to The Housemaid has already been officially confirmed. In January 2026, Lionsgate announced that a follow‑up film has been greenlit, adapting Freida McFadden’s second book, The Housemaid’s Secret, with director Paul Feig returning alongside Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone.
On X, entertainment outlet Variety, under the username @Variety, shared that Amanda Seyfried “guarantees” a Housemaid 2 will happen.
For fans who left the theater thinking “there is no way Millie’s story ends here,” the studio clearly felt the same and is building this out as a continuing psychological thriller franchise.
Overview of The Housemaid (2025)
The Housemaid (2025) is the first film in what is now shaping into a series based on McFadden’s bestselling thriller novels.
The movie follows Millie Calloway, a housemaid with a messy past who takes a job with the wealthy Winchester family and slowly discovers that their secrets are more dangerous than her own.
The film leans into BookTok-fueled buzz, sharp plot twists, and a mix of erotic tension and psychological suspense, which helped it stand out in a crowded late‑2025 release window.
Viewers have compared the tone to a blend of glossy studio thriller and domestic noir, the kind of movie people watch on Friday night and immediately text friends, “You have to see this.”
Box Office and Reception
The Housemaid turned into a solid box‑office success rather than a quiet niche release. On a reported budget of about 35 million dollars, it has earned over 77 million in the US and Canada and around 95 million worldwide as of early January 2026, with an opening weekend in North America of roughly 19 million.
Critically, it landed positive reviews, with particular praise for Paul Feig’s direction, the playful but tense tone, and the performances of Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.
That mix of strong word‑of‑mouth, healthy box office, and an existing book series is exactly the combination that usually pushes studios toward green‑lighting sequels quickly.
Cast and Crew Possibilities for a Sequel
Early reports confirm that Paul Feig and Sydney Sweeney are already attached to return for the sequel, with Michele Morrone also set to come back.
Feig has openly said that “Millie is not done,” hinting that the character’s arc will stretch across multiple films, while Sweeney has spoken about hoping Amanda Seyfried’s Nina can find a way back into the story because “Millie really needs Nina.”
With The Housemaid’s Secret as the next source material, the sequel is expected to keep Millie at the center while expanding the world and introducing new employers, new secrets, and probably another round of “wait, what just happened?” twists.
For viewers wondering whether to invest in the first movie now, the answer is simple: this is no one‑and‑done thriller; it is the start of an ongoing, connected series in active development as of January 2026.
Disclaimer: All information regarding the sequel to The Housemaid is based on official announcements and industry reports as of January 2026. Details such as cast, plot, and release dates are subject to change as further developments occur. Readers should verify any updates through official channels before making any assumptions about the film’s production or storyline.
