Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried star in 'The Housemaid' movie premiering this month: What the stars have revealed about the psychological thriller.

If a gripping psychological thriller is on your holiday watchlist, The Housemaid starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried could be the perfect pick. Helmed by Paul Feig, known for hits like Bridesmaids and A Simple Favor, the film is packed with dark secrets, shocking twists, and intense character tension.

Release Date

The Housemaid will debut in theaters on December 19.

Plot Overview

Adapted from Freida McFaddens 2022 novel, the story follows Millie Calloway (Sweeney), a woman facing financial struggles and a decade-long prison sentence, who takes a live-in job with the seemingly perfect Winchester family. Nina Winchester (Seyfried), the unpredictable matriarch, and her family hide sinister secrets that Millie gradually uncovers, entangling her in dangerous psychological dynamics.

Main Cast

• Sydney Sweeney as Millie Calloway
• Amanda Seyfried as Nina Winchester
• Brandon Sklenar as Andrew Winchester
• Michele Morrone as Enzo, the groundskeeper
• Elizabeth Perkins as Evelyn Winchester
• Indiana Elle as Cecilia Winchester
• Mark Grossman as Scott Crawford
• Hannah Cruz as Lexi
• Megan Ferguson as Jilianne
• Ellen Tamaki as Patrice

What the Stars Say

On The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Sweeney described her characters journey: Its about a couple that seems flawless from the outside, but once you dig deeper, things are not as they appear. Millie starts uncovering hidden secrets.

Seyfried added that the film combines real emotional trauma with themes of empowerment: Its grounded in very real experiences, but also highlights female strength. The ending is unexpectedly cathartic.

Both actresses expressed excitement about the project, with Sweeney calling it delicious and layered and Seyfried sharing that playing Nina was the most fun role Ive ever had the chance to explore.

Directors Perspective

Paul Feig, captivated by the book, pursued the adaptation eagerly. I knew I had to make this film, he said. Feig emphasized the storys allure lies in its misdirection and shocking payoff: It starts dark and intense, but the twist reveals who truly faces consequences.

Author: Logan Reeves