After a series of box office disappointments, the erotic psychological thriller The Housemaid (Cô hầu gái) has delivered a long-awaited win for Sydney Sweeney, helping her regain momentum and critical attention.

The first weekend of the 2026 North American box office saw few new releases, but several major titles continued to dominate. At the top was Avatar 3: Fire and Ash by James Cameron, which surged past the $1 billion global mark. Zootopia 2 held second place, while The Housemaid claimed third.

An Unexpected Box Office Upset
Directed by Paul Feig and adapted from the bestselling novel by Freida McFadden, The Housemaid also stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar.

After just three weeks in theaters, the film has earned $75.7 million in North America and $133 million worldwide, despite not yet opening in several international markets. This is an impressive result for a movie produced on a modest $35 million budget.

A Twisted Story and a Standout Performance
The Housemaid pulls viewers into a warped world where appearances are deceiving and perfection is an illusion. Desperate to escape her troubled past, Millie (Sydney Sweeney) accepts a housekeeping job at the luxurious home of wealthy couple Nina (Amanda Seyfried) and Andrew Winchester (Brandon Sklenar).

What begins as a dream job quickly turns into a seductive and dangerous game filled with secrets and power struggles. Behind the closed doors of the Winchester household are shocking twists that keep audiences guessing until the very end.

With strong word of mouth and solid audience reception, The Housemaid has not only become a box office success but also marks a crucial comeback moment for Sydney Sweeney’s career.