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Sydney Sweeney’s psychological thriller “The Housemaid” just dropped its first trailer, showcasing the busy actress in yet another high-profile role. The film pairs her with director Paul Feig (known for comedy hit “Bridesmaids”) and co-star Amanda Seyfried in what appears to be a suspenseful departure from Feig’s usual comedic work.
The project comes at an interesting time for Sweeney, who’s experiencing a mixed year professionally. She’s coming off back-to-back box office disappointments with “Eden” and “Americana” which both released in late August. Her boxing biopic “Christy” – which just premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival – hits theaters November 7, potentially offering a commercial rebound.
This marks Sweeney’s fifth film release in 2025 alone.
Between “The Housemaid,” “Eden,” “Americana,” “Christy,” and AppleTV+’s “Echo Valley,” the actress hasn’t slowed down despite commercial setbacks. Her filming schedule shows no signs of easing as she balances multiple genres across streaming and theatrical releases.
Lionsgate describes “The Housemaid” as a “wildly entertaining thriller” based on the best-selling novel. The plot follows Millie (Sweeney), who’s trying to escape her past by taking a live-in housekeeping position with wealthy couple Nina (Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar). What begins as an ideal job quickly transforms into “a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power” with “shocking twists that will leave you guessing until the very end.”
The film also features Michele Morrone and Elizabeth Perkins in supporting roles. Though not officially rated yet, industry insiders expect a PG-13 designation given the film’s commercial target audience and thriller elements – avoiding the R-rating that might limit its box office potential.
Beyond her current slate, Sweeney’s upcoming projects demonstrate her continued industry momentum. She’s committed to the third and final season of HBO’s critically acclaimed “Euphoria” while developing several major properties. These include Edgar Wright’s remake of cult classic “Barbarella,” a live-action adaptation of popular anime “Gundam,” and the intriguingly titled “I Pretended to Be a Missing Girl.”
She’s also branching into production with Michael Bay’s “OutRun,” where she’s currently attached as a producer rather than an on-screen talent – suggesting career diversification beyond acting.
The trailer reveals Feig’s apparent shift toward more suspenseful territory, playing with the psychological thriller elements that made the source novel popular. The chemistry between Sweeney and Seyfried appears central to the film’s tension, with both actresses known for their ability to balance vulnerability and intensity on screen.
