THE HOUSEMAID (2025) — RELEASE DATE, CAST, TRAILER & SOUNDTRACK FACTS

The Housemaid  brings two of Hollywood's most in-demand actresses together for a thriller packed with twists. Sydney Sweeney stars as Millie, a young woman trying to rebuild her life as a live-in housemaid, while Amanda Seyfried plays Nina Winchester, the glamorous lady of the house whose shifting moods make every workday unpredictable.

Directed by Paul Feig and adapted from Freida McFadden's bestselling 2022 novel, the Lionsgate release opened on December 19, 2025 and became a breakout hit, earning roughly $400.5 million at the worldwide box office. The film is now streaming on HBO Max, where it arrived on October 9, 2026, bringing its secrets -- and its standout soundtrack -- to a brand-new audience. For more on the film's lead, readSydney Sweeney biography .

Movie Facts

Film: THE HOUSEMAID (2025)

Director: Paul Feig

Writer: Rebecca Sonnenshine, based on Freida McFadden's 2022 bestselling novel

Cast: Sydney Sweeney (Millie), Amanda Seyfried (Nina Winchester), Brandon Sklenar (Andrew Winchester), Michele Morrone (Enzo), Elizabeth Perkins, Indiana Elle, Sarah Cooper, Ellen Tamaki

Release Date: December 19, 2025 (premiered December 2, 2025 in New York City)

Runtime: 131 minutes

Studio: Lionsgate

Budget / Box Office: Budget of about $35 million; roughly $400.5 million worldwide (Rotten Tomatoes 74%, IMDb 6.7)

The Housemaid Soundtrack

Music does much of the heavy lifting in The Housemaid. The original score was composed by Theodore Shapiro, and Lakeshore Records released it in two soundtrack volumes on December 19, 2025, featuring music by Caroline Shaw. Alongside the score, the film is stacked with licensed pop songs -- per the film's Wikipedia soundtrack listing -- including Sabrina Carpenter's "Please Please Please", Lyn Lapid's "Take Me as I Am", Linda Ronstadt's "Tumbling Dice" and "Blue Bayou", Renee Rapp's "Why Is She Still Here?", Lana Del Rey's "Cinnamon Girl", Kelly Clarkson's "Since U Been Gone", Taylor Swift's "I Did Something Bad", Jessie Murph's "Bad as the Rest" and Flowerovlove's "Breaking News". Fans of the featured artists can also read our Lana Del Rey biography and Taylor Swift biography.

Watch the Official Trailer

FAQ

When did The Housemaid come out?

The film premiered in New York City on December 2, 2025 and opened in theaters on December 19, 2025.

Where can I watch The Housemaid?

The Housemaid began streaming on HBO Max on October 9, 2026. It is also available to rent or buy on major digital platforms.

Who composed the score for The Housemaid?

Theodore Shapiro composed the original score, released in two volumes by Lakeshore Records on December 19, 2025.

Is there a Housemaid sequel?

Yes. According to reports, a sequel titled The Housemaid's Secret was greenlit in January 2026 and is slated for release on December 17, 2027.