Overview
- Lionsgate announced Thursday that Paul Anthony Kelly has joined the cast of The Housemaid’s Secret, marking his feature-film debut and following his breakout TV role in Love Story.
- Paul Feig is returning to direct and Rebecca Sonnenshine will adapt Freida McFadden’s second novel, with production slated to begin later in 2026 and a wide theatrical release set for December 17, 2027.
- Deadline reported that Kelly is expected to play Douglas Garrick, the billionaire husband of Kirsten Dunst’s character and the new employer of Sydney Sweeney’s Millie, a detail described as an exclusive casting note.
- Michele Morrone is confirmed to reprise his role as Enzo and Sydney Sweeney remains lead actor and a producer, reflecting the studio’s effort to preserve the original creative team and tone.
- The sequel decision follows The Housemaid’s unexpected commercial success—about $400 million at the global box office—and Lionsgate has signaled plans to adapt additional books from McFadden’s series to build a multi-film franchise.