The Housemaid 2 expected after first film becomes box office hit

Amanda Seyfried confirms The Housemaid 2 is “guaranteed” as first film hits $133M globally at the box office

The Housemaid, starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, continues to dominate the box office, sparking talks of a sequel.

Despite opening alongside Avatar: Fire and Ash, the film has proven to be a sleeper hit, earning $75 million domestically and $133 million globally on a modest $35 million budget. Its earnings dropped just 6% over the past weekend, and the film has yet to release in several international markets.

Amanda Seyfried, who delivers a standout performance as Nina, confirmed to Variety that The Housemaid 2 is “guaranteed” and hinted she may appear in a cameo role. The ending of the first film sets up a natural continuation, as Sweeney’s character Millie is recommended to a new household facing abuse, implying she could intervene again.

The first Housemaid film has also reignited Sydney Sweeney’s box-office presence after her 2023 hit Anyone but You. Brandon Sklenar co-stars, gaining attention as a potential DCU Batman prospect, though Sweeney remains the franchise’s main draw. The film’s success strengthens the case for future installments, particularly since author Frieda McFadden has already written two sequel novels, The Housemaid’s Secret and The Housemaid is Watching, providing ready-made source material for a potential trilogy.

Industry analysts suggest a successful sequel could further elevate Sweeney’s star power and cement The Housemaid as a major franchise. While Lionsgate has not officially confirmed a second film, the combination of strong box office returns, sequel-ready source material, and star support makes a follow-up highly likely. Fans of the thriller can anticipate a continuation of the story, with Millie once again taking center stage.