Lionsgate Starts Production on The Housemaid's Secret, Kirsten Dunst Joins Cast
Lionsgate announced on October 15, 2026 that filming has begun on The Housemaid's Secret, with Kirsten Dunst joining the cast and Paul Feig returning to direct.
Lionsgate announced on October 15, 2026 that production has begun on The Housemaid's Secret, the sequel to its 2025 adaptation of Freida McFadden's novel. According to comingsoon.net, Kirsten Dunst has joined the cast, and Paul Feig is returning to direct.
Rebecca Sonnenshine is returning to write the screenplay. The sequel's cast includes Paul Anthony Kelly as Douglas Garrick, Brittany Snow as Marybeth, Stephen Kalyn as Brock, and Michele Morrone, who is reprising his role as Enzo.
Lionsgate also shared an announcement video showing cast members and filmmakers on set. The Housemaid's Secret is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 17, 2027.
The studio did not share further casting or plot details in the announcement.
About the franchise
The first film, The Housemaid, was released in 2025 and grossed nearly $400 million worldwide, holding a 74% Tomatometer and 92% Popcornmeter score on Rotten Tomatoes. McFadden's series also includes the novel The Housemaid Is Watching and the shorter work The Housemaid's Wedding.
Quick answers
When does The Housemaid's Secret come out in theaters?
Lionsgate has scheduled the film for a theatrical release on December 17, 2027.
Who is in the cast of The Housemaid's Secret?
Kirsten Dunst joins returning cast members, with Paul Anthony Kelly as Douglas Garrick, Brittany Snow as Marybeth, Stephen Kalyn as Brock, and Michele Morrone back as Enzo.
Who is directing The Housemaid's Secret?
Paul Feig returns to direct, with Rebecca Sonnenshine returning to write the screenplay.