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The Housemaid’ Reimagines the Bestseller With a Louder, More Cathartic Edge

Critics say Paul Feig’s adaptation trades slow-burn dread for a punchier thriller led by Sydney Sweeney.

Overview

  • New coverage compares the film’s streamlined, spectacle-forward approach with the novel’s psychological slow burn, highlighting a decisive tonal shift.
  • Key character arcs are consolidated on screen, with reduced emphasis on supporting figures to center the MillieNina dynamic.
  • Reviewers single out Sydney Sweeney’s turn as a breakout lead, with Amanda Seyfried also earning notices and multiple outlets delivering strong ratings.
  • Analyses describe a more graphic, cathartic depiction of Millie’s ordeals and a bigger, action-tilted finale designed for the big screen.
  • The movie is in cinemas now, and PVRINOX plans an India theatrical release on January 1, 2026, as Feig touts Sweeney as his ideal choice for the role.