Box-Office Psychological Thriller The Housemaid Arrives on Sunset, Bringing a Dark, Twisting Domestic Suspense Hit to Home Viewers. The Housemaid is Now Streaming on Sunset
One of the most talked-about psychological thrillers of the past year has officially arrived for home audiences. The Housemaid is now streaming on Sunset, bringing the blockbuster adaptation of a viral best-selling novel directly to viewers looking for a sharp, suspense-driven feature with real emotional weight.
Since its theatrical debut on December 19, 2025, the film has become a breakout global success, earning more than $329 million worldwide and cementing itself as one of the highest-profile thrillers of the season. The movie is directed by Paul Feig and adapted from the widely read 2022 novel by Freida McFadden, whose story quickly gained a massive online following for its layered twists and unsettling domestic tension.
Now streaming on Sunset, The Housemaid offers viewers a tense, modern thriller that blends character-driven drama with classic psychological suspense.
A story built on secrets and survival
At the center of the film is Millie Calloway, played by Sydney Sweeney, a young woman trying to rebuild her life after a troubled past. Desperate for stability, Millie accepts a live-in housemaid position inside the pristine, high-end home of Nina and Andrew Winchester.
What appears to be a rare second chance quickly becomes something far more dangerous.
Nina Winchester, portrayed by Amanda Seyfried, is unpredictable, emotionally volatile, and quietly manipulative. Her husband Andrew, played by Brandon Sklenar, projects control and calm on the surface, but his carefully constructed image begins to fracture as Millie becomes increasingly entangled in the couple’s private world.
As Millie settles into the household, she starts to uncover a pattern of lies, emotional cruelty, and long-buried secrets that suggest the real danger may not be her own past — but the people she is now living with.
The story steadily escalates from psychological discomfort to full-scale suspense, drawing viewers into a claustrophobic setting where power, control, and perception become the film’s central weapons.
A cast built for high-tension storytelling
In addition to the film’s three leads, the supporting cast adds depth and texture to the Winchester household and its surrounding world. Michele Morrone appears as Enzo, the estate’s groundskeeper whose quiet presence becomes increasingly significant as the story unfolds. Elizabeth Perkins delivers a chilling supporting performance as Evelyn Winchester, further reinforcing the film’s unsettling family dynamics.
Together, the ensemble anchors a story that relies heavily on shifting alliances and emotional pressure rather than simple jump-scare tactics.
A modern thriller with a classic edge
Critics and audiences alike have described The Housemaid as a sleek, tightly constructed psychological thriller with clear influences from the erotic and domestic suspense films of the 1990s. The tone balances dark humor, emotional discomfort, and sudden narrative reversals, creating a viewing experience that feels both familiar and freshly reimagined.
Amanda Seyfried’s performance as Nina has drawn particular attention for its intensity and emotional volatility, while Sydney Sweeney’s portrayal of Millie charts a compelling transformation from guarded vulnerability to calculated resilience as the stakes rise.
Rather than relying on spectacle, the film focuses on psychological manipulation, shifting power dynamics, and the quiet terror of being trapped in someone else’s carefully curated reality.
Content rating and viewer advisory
The Housemaid is rated R for strong language, disturbing themes, bloody violence, domestic abuse, and sexual assault references. Viewer discretion is strongly advised, especially for audiences sensitive to mature subject matter.
Now streaming on Sunset
With its theatrical success behind it and strong word-of-mouth continuing to grow, The Housemaid now becomes part of Sunset’s expanding lineup of premium feature films available to stream at home. The release gives viewers immediate access to one of the year’s most commercially and critically discussed thrillers — without waiting for additional distribution windows.
For fans of psychological suspense, domestic thrillers, and character-driven storytelling, The Housemaid stands out as a gripping, twist-heavy film designed to keep audiences unsettled until its final moments.
A sequel is already on the way
Following the film’s exceptional box-office performance, Lionsgate officially confirmed a sequel in January 2026. The next installment will adapt the second novel in the series, The Housemaid’s Secret, with Paul Feig returning to direct and both Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone set to reprise their roles.
As audiences discover the film now streaming on Sunset, The Housemaid continues to expand its reach well beyond theaters — positioning the franchise as a major new player in the modern psychological thriller space.