Thriller "The Maid" Demonstrates Impressive Box Office Results in Russia and Worldwide
The psychological thriller "The Maid," directed by Paul Feig, is confidently solidifying its position in both global and Russian theatrical releases. The film adaptation of Freida McFadden's bestseller, starring Sydney Sweeney, has not only captured audience attention but has also brought substantial profits to its creators.
In Russia, the film premiered on January 8, 2026, and by January 24, after 17 days in theaters, it had already surpassed the 517.1 million ruble mark. During this period, 869.5 thousand tickets were sold. The distributor was the company "Volga." This result allows "The Maid" to be considered one of the first genre hits of 2026 in the Russian market.
On the international stage, the film is also showing steady growth. Global box office earnings have exceeded $245 million against a production budget of $35 million (some estimates suggest costs could have reached $60 million). The results are particularly notable in the United States, where earnings surpassed $108 million. Thanks to this favorable cost-to-revenue ratio, the project has already recouped its investment and brought significant profit to Lionsgate studio.
The film's plot follows a young woman named Millie, played by Sydney Sweeney. Released from prison on parole, she gets a job as a maid in the luxurious mansion of the Winchester family. Initially, the work seems like a salvation, but soon the heroine encounters disturbing secrets hidden behind the facade of prosperity. The film also stars Amanda Seyfried as Nina Winchester, Brandon Sklenar as her husband Andrew Winchester, and Michele Morrone as the gardener.