The Housemaid (2025)

Release date: 2025-12-18 Recommended age: 17+ IMDb 6.9
The Housemaid

Parent Guide

An intense psychological thriller with mature themes of manipulation and seduction, recommended for mature audiences only.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Moderate

Psychological tension and implied danger rather than graphic violence, but situations feel threatening.

Scary / disturbing
Moderate

Atmospheric tension, manipulation, and psychological games create unease without horror elements.

Language
Mild

May include some strong language consistent with R-rated thrillers.

Sexual content & nudity
Strong

Described as 'sexy, seductive game' with sexual tension and implied content.

Substance use
Mild

Possible social drinking in wealthy settings, but not a central theme.

Emotional intensity
Strong

High psychological tension, manipulation, and power dynamics create sustained emotional intensity.

Parent tips

This R-rated thriller contains mature themes including sexual tension, psychological manipulation, and power dynamics that make it inappropriate for younger viewers. Parents should be aware that the film's 'sexy, seductive game' described in the overview suggests adult-oriented content beyond typical thriller elements. The 131-minute runtime and intense atmosphere may also be challenging for sensitive viewers.

Parent chat guide

Before viewing, discuss with teens how media portrays power imbalances in relationships and why certain situations might be manipulative. During the film, you might pause to ask how characters' decisions reflect their motivations. Afterwards, talk about healthy boundaries in relationships and how to recognize when situations become potentially dangerous or exploitative.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What do you think a housemaid does?
  • How do people help each other at home?
  • What makes you feel safe in your house?
  • Why might someone want to escape their past?
  • What does it mean to have secrets?
  • How can we tell if a job situation is good or bad?
  • What power differences exist between employers and employees?
  • How do secrets affect relationships?
  • What makes a living situation potentially dangerous?
  • How do economic differences create power imbalances?
  • What constitutes healthy versus manipulative relationships?
  • How do people navigate complicated work environments with personal boundaries?

Movie details

  • Genres: Mystery, Thriller
  • Director: Paul Feig
  • Main cast: Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar, Elizabeth Perkins, Michele Morrone
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2025-12-18

Story overview

The Housemaid is a mystery thriller about a woman who takes a live-in housemaid position with a wealthy couple, hoping to leave her past behind. Her new job quickly becomes complicated by seductive power dynamics and dangerous secrets. The film explores themes of manipulation, class differences, and personal vulnerability in a high-stakes domestic setting.

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