Freida McFadden, author of the bestselling novel 'The Housemaid,' is thrilled about the upcoming film adaptation starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, set for release on December 19, 2025. McFadden described her emotional reaction upon meeting Sweeney, expressing excitement and gratitude. The film, directed by Paul Feig, features Sweeney as Millie, a housemaid uncovering dark family secrets, and Seyfried as Nina Winchester, the matriarch. An exclusive preview clip reveals a tense first encounter between Millie and the family, promising a twisted story of secrets, scandal, and power. Seyfried praised her co-star Sweeney as 'beautiful and fun,' noting their close bond and shared promotional activities. Both actresses are also starring in separate independent films premiering concurrently. Seyfried's new film, 'The Testament of Ann Lee,' explores the life of a significant religious figure, while Sweeney stars in 'Christy,' a biopic about boxer Christy Martin. McFadden's 'The Housemaid' is part of a trilogy and has gained international popularity, with her new novel 'The Intruder' also receiving attention. The story involves survival and dark secrets set in a remote cabin. McFadden emphasizes her love for dark themes balanced with humor, her writing process, and her engagement with fans via social media. The upcoming movie promises to deliver a psychological thriller with twists, and McFadden expressed her joy at the adaptation, describing her interaction with the cast as 'infectious' and 'weird but wonderful.'