After a Year Full of Disappointments, Sydney Sweeney Finally Delivers a $100 Million Box Office Success

Published 01/04/2026, 6:10 AM CST

Sydney Sweeney has endured a tumultuous year, navigating controversies that seemed to follow her every step, from the American Eagle jeans that sparked heated debates to the relentless scrutiny of her unapologetic self-expression.

Yet through the turbulence, she remained fearless, embracing her boldness and artistry without compromise. Critics dissected, audiences gawked, and the world watched as she turned challenges into triumphs. After a year of trials and public fascination, the tide has finally shifted, and now her latest movie has broken records.

Sydney Sweeney has now soared to triumph, delivering a staggering $100 million box office success that cements her unstoppable rise and artistic dominance.

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Sydney Sweeney’s bold year pays off in cinematic triumph

After two blockbuster weeks at the box office, The Housemaid has scored another milestone on its climb toward the coveted $100 million mark. The film has already surpassed legendary erotic thrillers like Body Heat and the notorious Original Sin, proving its undeniable pull.

It has now outgrossed the lifetime worldwide earnings of Babygirl, featuring Nicole Kidman as a commanding CEO who begins an affair with her new intern, played by Harris Dickinson. Momentum shows no sign of slowing.

Sydney Sweeney was emerging from a highly publicized streak of commercial flops, with Christy and Eden failing to connect with audiences. Now, The Housemaid is poised to become her first $100 million hit since Anyone But You in 2023.

Starring Brandon Sklenar and Michele Morrone, the film has already earned over $55 million domestically and nearly $65 million worldwide, surpassing the $63 million total of Babygirl and signaling a major career rebound. Fueled by its thrilling plot and compelling performances, the film marks a major career rebound.

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The Housemaid boasts a 73% Rotten Tomatoes score, leaving audiences buzzing and critics intrigued. With its suspenseful twists and dark secrets, the film teases a story that demands to be unraveled.

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Desperate for work while on parole, Millie Calloway secures a position as a live-in maid for the wealthy Winchester family, only to discover a house filled with secrets and danger. Trapped in the attic with a controlling husband and a mentally unstable mother, Millie navigates manipulation, hidden agendas, and violent games.

Betrayal and survival collide as she fights back against Andrew’s sadistic control, ultimately turning the tables in a tense, shocking confrontation that leaves the household forever transformed.

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The plot thickens as policewoman Jessica Connors uncovers inconsistencies in Nina’s account but refrains from probing further, aware of the dark fate that befell Andrew’s previous fiancée. Following Andrew’s funeral, Millie receives a generous check from Nina, enabling her to start anew.

Undeterred, Millie pursues another housemaid position, where a desperate woman subtly requests her intervention against an abusive husband. The movie, starring Sydney Sweeney and other stellar cast members, continues to rise, breaking records, now with impressive box office numbers.

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What do you think about the box office numbers Sydney Sweeney’s The Housemaid has made? Let us know in the comments below.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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