Lionsgate Developing Stage Play Adaptation of Hit Thriller 'The Housemaid'
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Lionsgate is developing a stage play adaptation of the popular thriller 'The Housemaid'. The project is being led by producers and a playwright with recent Broadway successes. This move expands the franchise, which has already seen a highly profitable film and has a sequel scheduled for release in 2027.
Facts First
- Lionsgate is developing a stage play based on the novel and film 'The Housemaid'.
- Producers from 'Life of Pi' and playwright from 'The Notebook' are attached to the project.
- The first 'The Housemaid' film earned $400 million globally against a $35 million budget.
- A sequel film, 'The Housemaid's Secret', is planned for a theatrical release on December 17, 2027.
- Lionsgate is also developing stage versions of 'Dirty Dancing', 'La La Land', and 'Wonder'.
What Happened
Lionsgate is developing a stage play adaptation of 'The Housemaid', which is based on a novel by Freida McFadden. The stage production is being developed by producers Melting Pot and playwright Bekah Brunstetter. The producers are associated with Broadway's 'Life of Pi' and 'Paranormal Activity', while Brunstetter is associated with Broadway's 'The Notebook'. The stage version will be based on both the novel and the movie.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoyed the film or the novel, you may have a new way to experience the story in a live theater setting. The involvement of producers and a writer with recent Broadway hits suggests the production could aim for a high-quality, compelling adaptation. This development also indicates Lionsgate's confidence in the property's lasting appeal, which could lead to more adaptations of popular films you know.
What's Next
The production timeline for the stage play is currently unclear. A sequel film titled 'The Housemaid's Secret' is expected to begin production later this year and is planned for a theatrical release on December 17, 2027. Lionsgate's broader strategy for adapting its film library for the stage includes developing versions of 'Dirty Dancing', 'La La Land', and 'Wonder', following the model of a 'The Hunger Games' play currently performing on London's West End.