Great news for lovers of edge-of-your-seat thrillers! Lionsgate has officially greenlit a sequel to the hit movie “The Housemaid,” titled “The Housemaid’s Secret,” building on the first film’s impressive performance at the box office. The original, which debuted on December 19, 2025, has earned over $75 million domestically in its first 17 days and $133 million worldwide, showcasing strong audience interest in the story adapted from Freida McFadden’s bestselling novel. Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Adam Fogelson noted that the global earnings and social media feedback indicate audiences have connected deeply with the film’s unique theatrical experience and are eager to see the next chapter. Producer Todd Lieberman expressed thrill over the reception and pride in the team’s work, from the author to the partners and the cast and crew’s outstanding efforts. Director Paul Feig highlighted the excitement of seeing worldwide audiences embrace the movie and mentioned the fortune of having the story extended in the books, allowing collaboration to bring the follow-up to screens.
The sequel will see key talent returning to their roles, with Sydney Sweeney set to reprise her character Millie and also serve as an executive producer, while Michele Morrone is expected to return as the enigmatic groundskeeper Enzo. Paul Feig will direct once again, with Rebecca Sonnenshine handling the screenplay adaptation. Amanda Seyfried, who played Nina Winchester in the first film, has indicated a possible small cameo appearance in the sequel. Production is handled by Lionsgate, alongside Hidden Pictures and Pretty Dangerous Pictures, with filming slated to begin later in 2026. No specific release date has been confirmed yet, keeping anticipation high for this next installment in the series.
As an adaptation of the second book in Freida McFadden’s popular trilogy, “The Housemaid’s Secret” picks up with Millie embarking on a new housekeeping position full of potential, only to uncover that her latest employers hide perilous truths where appearances deceive. The story promises more suspense, drawing from the novel’s narrative of hidden dangers and personal stakes, continuing directly from the first film’s ending where Millie seeks her next opportunity. With the book series having sold over 12 million copies worldwide and the second title alone moving four million units, the film aims to capture the same gripping elements that made the originals bestsellers, including translations into 40 languages and awards like the 2023 Goodreads Choice for Best Thriller.