Sleeper Hit Turns Into Global Box Office Success
The Housemaid continues its impressive box office run and has now reached a major financial milestone. The psychological thriller has reportedly crossed $100 million at the US box office, adding to its growing global success. With international earnings already strong, the film’s worldwide total has now reached an estimated $200 million.
The film is based on Freida McFadden’s bestselling 2022 novel of the same name. It is directed by Paul Feig and stars Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried in lead roles. The movie was released in December and quickly exceeded industry expectations.
Initially seen as a modest release, The Housemaid soon emerged as a sleeper hit. Strong word-of-mouth and sustained audience interest helped the film maintain momentum through the holiday season and into the new year.
According to industry tracking updates shared by Film Updates on X, formerly Twitter, the film officially crossed the $100 million domestic mark. This milestone confirms its status as one of the most successful thrillers in recent years.
International Box Office Boosts Global Total
The latest milestone follows an earlier report by Deadline, published on January 15. The report highlighted the film’s rapid growth in overseas markets. It predicted that the movie would cross $100 million in the US shortly after the report’s release.
The same report noted that the film had already earned more than $100 million internationally earlier in the week. This pushed the global total to around $200 million, a remarkable figure for a film that was not expected to dominate the box office.
Analysts credit the film’s success to strong performances, suspense-driven storytelling, and a loyal fan base of the original novel. Sydney Sweeney’s growing popularity also played a key role in drawing audiences, while Amanda Seyfried’s performance added critical appeal.
The film’s ability to perform consistently across markets has helped it sustain long-term box office growth. Unlike many releases that peak early, The Housemaid has shown steady gains week after week.
Success Opens New Doors for Director Paul Feig
The commercial success of The Housemaid has already created new opportunities for its director. Paul Feig has reportedly been confirmed to direct the third installment of the Mamma Mia! franchise.
The news was revealed by Amanda Seyfried herself during a recent interview. Seyfried, who has led the Mamma Mia! films since the original release in 2008, shared the update while speaking with The Testament of Ann Lee director Mina Fastvold.
During the conversation, Fastvold expressed interest in directing the musical sequel. Seyfried then clarified that Feig had already been confirmed for the project. The exchange was later reported by FandomWire.
The casting of Feig marks a major step for the franchise. His recent box office success has strengthened his position as a reliable director for large-scale productions.
The Housemaid was released on December 19 and features a strong supporting cast. The ensemble includes Brandon Sklenar, Michele Morrone, and Elizabeth Perkins, among others.
With its box office numbers still rising, the film shows no signs of slowing down. Industry experts believe The Housemaid could finish its theatrical run even higher, further cementing its place as one of the year’s biggest surprise hits.
