The Housemaid OTT release date in India: Here's when and where you can stream Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney's psychological thriller

Sydney Sweeney’s hit The Housemaid will be available on Prime Video India starting March 19, 2026. The $350 million thriller includes local subs; a sequel, The Housemaid’s Secret is confirmed.

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Amazon Prime Video has officially confirmed that the psychological thriller The Housemaid will be available for all subscribers in India starting March 19, 2026. This comes after the film had a fruitful run in theatres and a month as a digital-only PVOD (premium video on demand) title, where it was accessible to rent.

What is the creative background and star cast of The Housemaid adaptation?

In 2022, Freida McFadden's novel became a best-selling book, and Paul Feig—the acclaimed director of Bridesmaids and A Simple Favor—handed down the film adaptation. The movie's high-stakes drama and the performances of Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried have been the centre of attention since its worldwide theatrical debut in December 2025.

The story revolves around Millie Calloway (Sweeney), a parolee who is a young lady fighting to start over following her release from jail. She takes a live-in job as a housemaid for the wealthy Winchesters, who dwell in a large Long Island estate, because she is in desperate need of work and a place to live.

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What dark secrets are revealed within the Winchester household and how did The Housemaid perform at the box office?

The film swiftly exposes the shadowy side to the apparently idyllic existence of Nina Winchester (Seyfried) and her computer magnate husband, Andrew (Brandon Sklenar). A dangerous environment is created by Nina's increasingly erratic and aggressive attitude, while Millie is confined to a small attic chamber that locks from the outside. The Housemaid emerged as one of the most successful mid-budget thrillers of 2025, with Millie uncovering gaslighting, manipulation, and long-buried secrets as she becomes entangled in the couple's toxic marriage. The film reportedly cost $35 million to make but ended up earning more than $350 million worldwide.

The Housemaid had a delayed release in India, with theatres screening it from January 1, 2026. Feig's recent experiments with a "glossy, soapy thriller" style have garnered positive reviews from critics who have compared them to the best suspense films of the 1990s. Critics have praised Seyfried's portrayal of the dangerous Nina Winchester, praising her ability to strike a balance between being vulnerable and menacing.

What were the initial digital rental options for The Housemaid in India?

The film has made a gradual ascent to Indian streaming sites. Viewers have the option to rent the title for ₹499 on February 12, 2026, through PVOD services such as Prime Video Store, Apple TV, and BookMyShow Stream.

Subscription Video on Demand (SVoD) will replace traditional video streaming with the release on March 19, 202. This implies that the movie can be streamed for free to anyone with an active Amazon Prime subscription.

Is there a sequel in development for The Housemaid?

The success of The Housemaid has assured the continuation of the franchise, which is excellent news for readers of the original material. According to Lionsgate, The Housemaid's Secret will be a sequel in which Sweeney and the rest of the creative team will likely reprise their roles.

Subtitles in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu will be accessible with The Housemaid's original English audio on Prime Video, allowing it to reach a wider audience in India.

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