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Brittany Snow Joins Lionsgate's The Housemaid’s Secret

The casting signals Lionsgate is fast-tracking a direct sequel with director Paul Feig and writer Rebecca Sonnenshine returning for production later in 2026.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets reported Tuesday, August 4, 2026, that Lionsgate announced Brittany Snow has joined the cast of The Housemaid’s Secret.
  • Snow is confirmed to play Marybeth, an unassuming receptionist at the husband’s company in the story, though plot details remain tightly held.
  • Director Paul Feig and screenwriter Rebecca Sonnenshine are returning to the project and Sydney Sweeney will reprise her lead role while also serving as a producer.
  • Lionsgate expects cameras to roll later in 2026 and has scheduled a wide theatrical release for December 17, 2027.
  • The move follows The Housemaid’s roughly $400 million global run on a modest budget and reflects Lionsgate’s plan to adapt more Freida McFadden books to build a female-led thriller franchise.