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Paul Feig Announces 'The Housemaid' Sequel Filming This Fall

Director Paul Feig has confirmed that filming for the sequel to the hit film 'The Housemaid' will commence in the fall. The sequel will see the return of stars Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone, alongside new cast members. Feig expressed thrill that the original film is approaching $400 million in global box office revenue. He also cited Alfred Hitchcock's ability to blend fun with suspense as a key inspiration for his approach to the thriller genre.

Key Points: Paul Feig to Film 'The Housemaid' Sequel This Autumn

  • Sequel filming begins autumn 2025
  • Sydney Sweeney & Michele Morrone returning
  • Original film nearing $400M worldwide
  • New exciting cast to join
  • Inspired by Alfred Hitchcock's fun thrillers
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Paul Feig to begin filming 'The Housemaid' sequel later this year

Director Paul Feig confirms 'The Housemaid' sequel starts shooting this fall with Sydney Sweeney & Michele Morrone returning. Film nears $400M.

Paul Feig to begin filming 'The Housemaid' sequel later this year
"We're going to start shooting in the fall. The script is all finished - Paul Feig"

Los Angeles, March 17

Hollywood actor-director Paul Feig has shared the status update with regards to 'The Housemaid' sequel. The director-actor has shared that he will start shooting the film this autumn.

The 63-year-old filmmaker's adaptation of Freida McFadden's novel was a box-office hit when it was released in December last year and he has confirmed that the cast and crew are "ready to go" for the sequel, which will see both Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone reprising their roles, reports 'Female First UK'.

Paul Feig told The Hollywood Reporter at the Academy Awards, "We're going to start shooting in the fall. The script is all finished, we're just doing a little bit of rewrites on it".

He further mentioned, "We're ready to go. Sydney's coming back and Michele's coming back and then some new very exciting actors are coming in".

As per 'Female First UK', 'The Bridesmaids' director has been elated by the response to 'The Housemaid' from cinemagoers after his last three movies, 'The School for Good and Evil', 'Jackpot' and 'Another Simple Favor', were all released on streaming.

He said, "It's amazing. I mean, we're just about to hit $400 million worldwide with it, which is thrilling. I make my movies for audiences and to have a group experience and so to get this in the theatres and to have all these people showing up and having fun and filming themselves watching the movie having fun, that's how we're going to get the movie theatres back - give people a good time in the theatre".

Paul Feig previously detailed how he was inspired by the Master of Suspense Alfred Hitchcock during the making of The Housemaid, which also stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar.

He said, "What I love about Hitchcock is he always lets you have fun. I've watched so many thrillers in my life that take themselves so seriously that I don't feel there's room for fun. I'm very religious about the thriller genre, but how can I bring (laughs) into that genre and get the double response out of the audience? We're treating the story seriously, but there's something wonderfully absurd about this dangerous situation".

However, he doesn't adopt the same methodical planning as the iconic Psycho filmmaker.

- IANS

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Arjun K
$400 million worldwide is no joke! It's interesting to see a director so passionate about the theatrical experience. In India, we also love a good big-screen thriller. Hope it releases here simultaneously.
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Rohit P
Honestly, I found the first film a bit predictable. The Hitchcock inspiration is clear, but the execution felt light. Hope the sequel has a tighter script and more genuine suspense. Still, will probably watch it for the cast.
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Sarah B
Sydney Sweeney and Michele Morrone are coming back? That's the best news! Their chemistry was great. Feig's movies always have a certain charm. Autumn shoot means we might get it by next summer. Can't wait!
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Vikram M
It's refreshing to hear a director talk about bringing fun back to the thriller genre. Sometimes Hollywood thrillers become too dark and joyless. If it works, maybe our Bollywood directors can take a note or two. All the best to the team!
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Kavya N
The article mentions it's based on a novel. I should probably read the book first before the sequel comes out! Glad it's doing well commercially. A successful thriller franchise is always welcome.

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