'The Housemaid 2': Set to Shoot This Fall with Paul Feig and Sydney Sweeney

May 28, 2026

Director Paul Feig confirmed that The Housemaid 2 is gearing up to begin production this fall, adapting Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid’s Secret. Sydney Sweeney returns as the lead, and a rewrite of the script is underway. Following the first film’s box office success, Lionsgate is fast-tracking the sequel to keep momentum and deliver fans the next thrilling chapter.

Sequel gears up for action. Production is moving quickly.
Sequel gears up for action. Production is moving quickly.

Director Paul Feig confirmed on the Oscars red carpet that The Housemaid 2 is scheduled to begin shooting this fall, with the script already in and a rewrite underway.

From promise to production. Countdown begins.
From promise to production. Countdown begins.

What started as a studio commitment is now a real production timeline, signaling momentum for the franchise and fans alike.

Sequel rewrites in progress. Script fine-tuning underway.
Sequel rewrites in progress. Script fine-tuning underway.

With the initial draft complete, a rewrite is happening now to polish the story and ensure it hits the high expectations set by the first film.

Box office success fuels the next chapter. Timing is everything.
Box office success fuels the next chapter. Timing is everything.

The first film’s breakout success created an ideal window to launch the sequel while excitement is still high.

Building before the buzz fades. Franchise strategy at work.
Building before the buzz fades. Franchise strategy at work.

The team is moving fast to keep audiences engaged, continuing the thriller’s momentum with an early start on the next installment.

Adapting the next book. Story continues.
Adapting the next book. Story continues.

The sequel will draw from The Housemaid’s Secret, the second novel in Freida McFadden’s hit series, expanding the story world for fans.

Paul Feig back behind the camera. Directorial consistency matters.
Paul Feig back behind the camera. Directorial consistency matters.

Feig’s return ensures the sequel retains the tone and style that made the original a box office success.

Sydney Sweeney returns. Familiar faces back on set.
Sydney Sweeney returns. Familiar faces back on set.

The lead star from the first film, Sydney Sweeney, is set to reprise her role, bringing continuity and star power to the sequel.

The story isn’t over. Fans have plenty to look forward to.
The story isn’t over. Fans have plenty to look forward to.

With production imminent and the cast returning, The Housemaid 2 promises to deliver the next chapter of suspense and drama fans have been waiting for.

Studio confidence reflected. Lionsgate supports the follow-up.
Studio confidence reflected. Lionsgate supports the follow-up.

After confirming the sequel earlier this year, Lionsgate is clearly investing in the momentum of the franchise.