# Production of ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’ film

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/production-of-the-housemaids-secret-film
> Updated: 2026-08-31T16:59:53.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 2.

Lionsgate is developing ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’, a sequel to the 2025 psychological thriller ‘The Housemaid’. The film is based on the second book in Freida McFadden’s trilogy and features returning director Paul Feig and lead actress Sydney Sweeney, who will also serve as an executive producer.

Casting announcements have identified several ensemble members. Stephen Kalyn, known for the Prime Video series ‘Off Campus’, has joined the cast as Brock Cunningham, a lawyer in a relationship with the character Millie Calloway. Brittany Snow has joined the cast to play Marybeth, a receptionist involved in the film’s mystery. Other returning cast members include Michele Morrone, Kirsten Dunst, and Paul Anthony Kelly. Rebecca Sonnenshine is also returning to adapt the screenplay.

The plot follows Millie as she accepts a position as a housekeeper for a woman she is forbidden from meeting, centering on the discovery of dark secrets hidden behind a locked door. The first film in the franchise was a significant commercial success, earning between $350 million and $400 million globally against a $35 million budget. Production is expected to begin in 2026, with a worldwide theatrical release scheduled for 17 December 2027.

## Claims

- Lionsgate announced that Stephen Kalyn has joined the cast of ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Stephen Kalyn will play the character Brock Cunningham, a lawyer. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’ is a direct sequel to the 2025 film ‘The Housemaid’. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone will reprise their roles as Millie Calloway and Enzo Accardi. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Paul Feig is returning to direct the sequel. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- The film is based on the second book in Freida McFadden’s trilogy. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Production for the film is scheduled to begin in 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Kirsten Dunst, Brittany Snow, and Paul Anthony Kelly have joined the cast. (corroborated by 5 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Stephen Kalyn joins cast of ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’

Actor Stephen Kalyn has joined the cast of ‘The Housemaid’s Secret’, the sequel to the hit thriller, playing lawyer Brock Cunningham alongside returning star Sydney Sweeney.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stephen-kalyn-joins-cast-of-the-housemaids-secret

### 2026-08-04: Brittany Snow joins cast of 'The Housemaid's Secret' sequel

Brittany Snow joins the cast of Lionsgate's sequel 'The Housemaid's Secret,' playing receptionist Marybeth. The film returns Sydney Sweeney, Kirsten Dunst and director Paul Feig, and is set for release on Dec

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brittany-snow-cast-in-lionsgates-the-housemaids-secret-sequel

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