Sydney Sweeney Finds Redemption As New R-Rated Thriller Cements Huge 3-Year Box Office Streak

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Sydney Sweeney’s latest thriller is doing very well in theaters, proving she’s back on track after a couple of less successful films. She first gained attention for her powerful performance as Cassie Howard in HBO’s Euphoria, and has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most promising young stars. She’s now working on several new projects and is also developing her skills as a producer.

It’s true that not all of Sydney Sweeney’s recent projects have been successful in theaters, like Eden and Madame Web. But surprisingly, both of those films became popular hits on Netflix. Now, with her latest thriller and a strong cast, Sweeney is continuing a positive streak.

Sydney Sweeney’s New Thriller Cements A Positive Box Office Trend

Sweeney’s new movie, The Housemaid, is proving to be a major success. Made with a budget of $35 million, it has already earned $135 million around the world. Since the film only needed to make between $70 and $87.5 million to cover its costs, it’s already significantly in profit. The Housemaid has given Sweeney a hit film in 2025.

This continues a successful pattern for the actress, who has delivered at least one hit movie each year for the last three years. This run of success began with the 2023 film, Anyone but You. The R-rated romantic comedy also launched Glen Powell into the spotlight, earning a remarkable $220 million on a $25 million budget.

Following a breakout year starring in a popular film with Powell, Sydney Sweeney had a quieter 2024, though she still appeared in a successful movie. The horror film Immaculate earned $35 million worldwide, making it profitable considering its $9 million production cost. The success of Immaculate continues a three-year winning streak for Sweeney and suggests she’ll continue to star in popular films.

The Housemaid’s Success Sets Up Sydney Sweeney’s Box Office Future

Now that The Housemaid is expected to earn between $220 and $250 million, Sydney Sweeney is set to reprise her role. The film is adapted from Freida McFadden’s popular novel, and because the book series includes three installments, this R-rated thriller could become a long-running movie franchise. The first move towards building that franchise has already been made.

Just 17 days after hitting theaters, a sequel to The Housemaid has been confirmed. Sydney Sweeney and director Paul Feig are both set to return, and the possibility of a follow-up was hinted at in the first movie’s ending. The Housemaid is expected to earn more at the box office than Anyone but You, meaning Sydney Sweeney could have another big success, continuing her recent winning streak.

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2026-01-07 01:38