Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried's latest film, 'The Housemaid,' achieved significant global success and garnered widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences. Enthusiasm among fans grew upon the confirmation of a sequel, though many were eager for more details about the upcoming project. Recent reports indicate that the film is being pre-sold at the Cannes Film Market, revealing crucial information about its plot, budget, and filming locations. Here is everything we know about the 'Euphoria' star and her forthcoming film.
About 'The Housemaid's Secret' Sequel
According to a recent report from Deadline, 'The Housemaid's Secret' is being pre-sold at the renowned Cannes Film Market. The production budget is set to double that of the original film, with estimates ranging between USD 70 million and USD 80 million. The studio is expediting the production process, with filming potentially commencing by the end of this year.
What Is 'The Housemaid's Secret' Going to Be About?
Helen Lee Kim, a high-ranking executive at the studio, provided insights into what fans can expect from the sequel. She stated, 'It's an expansion of the world from the first film. The second book is even twistier, and it'll be a more unexpected movie. It'll be structured a little differently. We're aiming to be filming by year's end. The whole creative team is back, as are Sydney [Sweeney] and Michele Morrone, who has a bigger role in the second film. Kirsten [Dunst] is aboard, and then we have two other fun male roles that we're casting now.' The film will further develop the story based on the second novel in author Freida McFadden's 'The Housemaid' book series. Regarding locations, the film will broaden its scope, featuring a New York penthouse and an upstate residence, while also exploring other elements of the city.
Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst, and Michele Morrone have been confirmed to lead the film, with additional cast members to be announced soon.
