The Housemaid
The Housemaid is a slick, 2025 erotic psychological thriller that takes you straight into the heart of a wealthy Long Island family’s hidden drama. Directed by Paul Feig and based on Freida McFadden’s 2022 novel, the film follows Millie Calloway (Sydney Sweeney), a young woman on parole who lands a live‑in maid gig for the Winchesters. With a troubled past and a desperate need to keep her job, Millie quickly finds herself tangled in a web of secrets, power plays, and a dark family history that’s far more dangerous than she imagined.
Feig’s film is a modern take on the lurid thrillers of the ’90s, and it delivers that same mix of tension and twisted humor. Amanda Seyfried plays Nina Winchester, the house’s enigmatic owner, while Brandon Sklenar and Michele Morrone add depth to the family’s dynamics. Elizabeth Perkins rounds out the cast, and the whole ensemble brings a palpable chemistry that keeps the stakes high.
The movie runs a solid 131 minutes and was shot in New Jersey from January to March 2025. It premiered at the Axa Equitable Center on December 2, 2025, and hit U.S. theaters on December 19, 2025. It’s already a box‑office hit, pulling in $391 million worldwide on a $35 million budget. Critics have given it a solid 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, praising its “wicked sense of fun” and Seyfried’s unnerving performance. Metacritic scores it 65/100, and audiences gave it a “B” on CinemaScore and an 84% positive rating on PostTrak.
If you’re into thrillers that mix psychological twists with a dash of erotic tension, The Housemaid will keep you on the edge of your seat. Fans of Feig’s previous work—think “The Hangover” and “Bridesmaids”—will appreciate the film’s sharp humor and clever nods to classic thriller tropes. The movie also appeals to viewers who enjoy character‑driven stories where every secret feels like a new layer of intrigue.
On the flip side, if you’re averse to erotic content or prefer straightforward action over psychological manipulation, this film might not be your cup of tea. The plot’s focus on domestic power struggles and the darker side of wealth could feel a bit too intense for those who like lighter, more conventional narratives.
Good news for fans: a sequel is already in the works, with Feig, Sweeney, and Morrone set to return. The next chapter will adapt “The Housemaid’s Secret,” the second book in the series, promising even more twists and turns. So if you’re ready to dive back into the world of secrets behind closed doors, keep an eye out for the next installment.
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It is currently rated 6.8 out of 10 on IMDb, which is pretty good. While it’s not breaking records, it’s a fun watch for most audiences.
On Rotten Tomatoes, an aggregator of movie reviews, The Housemaid is currently rated 73% by critics.
A good score. While not universally adored, the majority of critics think this movie is worth watching.