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A Thrilling Milestone for Lionsgate’s The Housemaid
Lionsgate’s The Housemaid has achieved a significant milestone by crossing the $100 million mark worldwide, marking it as filmmaker Paul Feig’s fifth movie to reach this threshold. This accomplishment follows previous successes such as Bridesmaids, Spy, The Heat, and Ghostbusters. The film, an adaptation of Freida McFadden’s novel, is set to surpass $100 million domestically on Friday, with international earnings already exceeding $100 million earlier in the week.
A Star-Studded Cast and Suspenseful Plot
The thriller features Amanda Seyfried as a troubled rich housewife, who, along with her charming husband (Brandon Sklenar), hires a mysterious young woman (Sydney Sweeney) as their live-in maid. As the story unfolds, chaos ensues, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.
Sydney Sweeney’s performance in The Housemaid has placed her film among her highest-grossing movies, trailing only Once Upon a Time in Hollywood ($392.1M). The film is just $20 million away from overtaking her 2023 rom-com Anyone But You ($220.3M) as her second-highest-grossing film globally.
Paul Feig’s Global Success
Paul Feig has amassed over $1.4 billion at the global box office as a director. His most successful film remains Bridesmaids (2011), which grossed $324.8 million worldwide. The Housemaid is not only a personal triumph for Feig but also a significant achievement for Lionsgate, as it marks the studio’s second film to cross $200 million globally. The previous milestone was achieved by Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, which reached $241 million worldwide last month.
International Expansion and Future Plans
Lionsgate licenses foreign territories to fund its films, a strategy that has proven effective for The Housemaid. The studio has already announced a sequel titled The Housemaid’s Secret, based on McFadden’s next book in the bestselling series. Rebecca Sonnenshine, the screenwriter of The Housemaid, is currently adapting the sequel, with Feig expected to return as director. Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone are also anticipated to reprise their roles.
Strong Performance and Global Reach
After four weeks, The Housemaid has maintained strong box office performance for a Christmas release in the domestic market. The film continues to expand internationally, playing in 66 territories. It recently topped the UK box office, outperforming Avatar: Fire and Ash and Zootopia 2.
Production Team and Industry Recognition
The film is produced by Todd Lieberman, Laura Fischer, and Paul Feig, with executive producers including Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, and Freida McFadden. Adam Fogelson, chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, praised the film, stating:
“The Housemaid demonstrates what can be accomplished when the right stars—Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar, Michele Morrone, and Elizabeth Perkins—are matched with brilliant filmmakers and captivating material. It all comes together to create a truly compelling moviegoing experience and an undeniable appetite for more. Paul Feig surpassed expectations by delivering a thriller that’s everything audiences have been asking for.”
Looking Ahead
With its impressive box office performance and the announcement of a sequel, The Housemaid is setting the stage for continued success. Fans of the original novel and the film’s star-studded cast can look forward to more thrilling adventures in the future.