The Housemaid (2025)
Kernel Score: 82% · 1,411 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2025-12-18
Runtime: 131 minutes
Where to watch The Housemaid
- Stream: HBO Max, Starz
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
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.
The Housemaid parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated psychological thriller centers on seduction, manipulation and power games between a housemaid and her wealthy employers.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — The escalating psychological thriller turns dangerous, with manipulation, dominance and menace driving the story.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — The plot is explicitly framed as a 'sexy, seductive game of secrets, scandal, and power,' pointing to sexual tension and content as a core element.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Sydney Sweeney as Millie Calloway
- Amanda Seyfried as Nina Winchester
- Brandon Sklenar as Andrew Winchester
- Michele Morrone as Enzo
- Elizabeth Perkins as Mrs. Winchester
- Indiana Elle as Cece Winchester
- Amanda Joy Erickson as Suzanne
- Sarah Cooper as Pam
- Megan Ferguson as Jilliane
- Ellen Tamaki as Patrice
The Housemaid FAQ
Is The Housemaid good?
The Housemaid has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,411 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Housemaid?
In the US you can stream The Housemaid on HBO Max and Starz and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Housemaid OK for kids?
The Housemaid is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated psychological thriller centers on seduction, manipulation and power games between a housemaid and her wealthy employers.
What movies are like The Housemaid?
If you liked The Housemaid, try Gone Girl, The Invisible Man, The Three Deaths of Marisela Escobedo and The Equalizer.