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The Housemaid

Directed by Paul Feig · 2025 ·

Short answer

Is The Housemaid worth watching?

Yes. The Housemaid (2025) earns a 65% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

65%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

72% Editorial Rating
78% Audience snapshot · excluded
60 Metascore
★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3.2
6.5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 11m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · 17+ (Indonesia) · MA 15+ (Australia)
Cast
Sydney Sweeney , Amanda Seyfried , Brandon Sklenar , Michele Morrone , Indiana Elle , Elizabeth Perkins , Amanda Joy Erickson , Sarah Cooper
Streaming
Starz, HBO Max
Language
English

Also known as La Empleada La asistenta La Femme de ménage The Housemaid - Wenn sie wüsste A Empregada ハウスメイド 하우스메이드 家弑服务

Where to watch

  • Starz
  • HBO Max

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch The Housemaid by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video
Turkey TV+
United Kingdom Prime Video
United States Starz, HBO Max

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (72/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
  • Celluloid Score 65% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Fans of Mystery

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is The Housemaid worth watching?

Yes — The Housemaid earns a 65% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits fans of Mystery, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

A twisty domestic thriller vehicle for Sydney Sweeney — glossy suspense aimed at post-Anyone But You audiences.

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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

What is The Housemaid about?

Trying to escape her past, Millie Calloway accepts a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Nina and Andrew Winchester. But what begins as a dream job quickly unravels into something far more dangerous—a sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power.

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The Housemaid: frequently asked questions

Is The Housemaid worth watching?

Yes. The Housemaid (2025) has a Celluloid Score of 65%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch The Housemaid?

In the United States, The Housemaid streams on Starz, HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; TV+ in Turkey; Prime Video in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is The Housemaid?

The Housemaid runs 2 hours 11 minutes (131 minutes).

What is The Housemaid rated?

The Housemaid is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, 17+ in Indonesia and MA 15+ in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in The Housemaid?

The Housemaid is directed by Paul Feig and stars Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar, Michele Morrone, Indiana Elle.

What is the Metascore for The Housemaid?

Metacritic's Metascore for The Housemaid is 60 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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