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Amanda Seyfried comments on the MAGA-coded backlash surrounding Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad for The Housemaid, saying her co-star was in a difficult situation and that she stayed largely out of the controversy to keep the focus on promoting the film and providing a safe space for Sweeney.
Amanda Seyfried revealed she was cast as Joni Mitchell in a biopic about Mitchell and manager Elliot Roberts, but the project is no longer moving forward. A separate Mitchell biopic is reportedly in the works under Cameron Crowe, possibly starring Meryl Streep. Seyfried had even met Mitchell and learned the songs from Blue, and fans quip she should play the younger Mitchell in any Crowe project.
Variety notes that Amanda Seyfried, who learned Mitchell’s Blue during COVID-19 for a potential Joni Mitchell biopic, was once attached to portray the singer and even met Mitchell; the project never progressed, and Cameron Crowe is now directing a separate Mitchell biopic with Anya Taylor-Joy and Meryl Streep.
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s Octet announced a star-studded cast, led by Amanda Seyfried and Rachel Zegler with Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jonathan Groff, Phillipa Soo, Tramell Tillman, Gaten Matarazzo, and Paul-Jordan Jansen, as the Off-Broadway chamber-choir about eight people in a support group for internet addiction heads to the screen, signaling a bold, thrilling direction after Tick, Tick… Boom!
Amanda Seyfried and Rachel Zegler have joined Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Octet film musical, with Tramell Tillman, Phillipa Soo, Gaten Matarazzo, Jonathan Groff, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Paula, and Paul-Jordan Jansen rounding out the cast; Seyfried will play Jessica, Zegler Velma, and Tillman Marvin. The adaptation of Dave Malloy’s musical, directed by Annie Tippe, follows eight internet-obsessed people who lock away their phones to connect, marking Miranda’s second feature directing effort.
Casting for the film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s Octet has been announced, with Amanda Seyfried as Jessica and Rachel Zegler as Velma leading a cast that includes Gaten Matarazzo, Phillipa Soo, Jonathan Groff, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Tramell Tillman and Paul-Jordan Jansen; Lin-Manuel Miranda will direct, and Malloy is adapting his own musical for the screen.
Lin-Manuel Miranda revealed the cast for his upcoming feature film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s musical Octet, naming Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Zegler, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Philipa Soo, Gaten Matarazzo, Jonathan Groff, Tramell Tillman, and Paul-Jordan Jansen, with rehearsals underway as he directs his second feature after tick, tick…BOOM! The musical centers on internet addiction through an eight-person support group in a church basement.
Amanda Seyfried revealed on The Graham Norton Show that she didn’t realize she was credited as an executive producer on Paul Feig’s The Housemaid until three weeks into filming, calling the credit a vanity one since she mainly acted and hadn’t signed up to produce. Her team reportedly negotiated the EP credit after she saw the call sheet. The film, which also stars Sydney Sweeney, has neared $375 million worldwide.
Amanda Seyfried told The New Yorker that winning an Oscar isn’t essential, suggesting she’s come this far without one and that the nomination, not the win, can propel an actor’s career. She notes longevity comes from deliberate, art-focused choices amid big-budget projects, and points to The Housemaid’s financial success as validation. The interview references her past Oscar nomination for Mank and Golden Globes/ Critics’ Choice nods for The Testament of Ann Lee, underscoring that she’s resilient through career ebbs and flows and remains focused on meaningful roles.
The article ranks all of Amanda Seyfried's movies and TV shows by Tomatometer, highlighting her versatile career from early soap operas to acclaimed films like First Reformed and Mank, as well as her performances in various genres including comedy, drama, and musical.
The Housemaid movie, which was a box office hit, is getting a sequel with stars Sydney Sweeney and likely Amanda Seyfried returning. Rebecca Sonnenshine will write the script, and Paul Feig may direct. The sequel will be based on the next book in Freida McFadden’s series, The Housemaid’s Secret, and filming is expected to start in 2023 for a 2027 release.
Amanda Seyfried was confused by Timothée Chalamet’s speech at the Critics’ Choice Awards, where he thanked Kylie Jenner for their 'foundation,' leading to speculation about whether he meant a charity or their relationship, which she clarified on Instagram.
Amanda Seyfried humorously expressed confusion over Timothee Chalamet's speech at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, mistaking his mention of 'foundation' as a charity rather than a reference to his relationship with Kylie Jenner, leading to amused reactions online.
Paul Feig, known for his comedy films, directs a dark psychological thriller adaptation of Freida McFadden's novel 'The Housemaid,' featuring stars Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, emphasizing a departure from his usual genre to create an engaging, suspenseful film with dark humor elements.
The article discusses the film 'The Testament of Ann Lee,' starring Amanda Seyfried, which explores the life of Mother Ann Lee, the founder of the Shakers, highlighting her leadership, beliefs, and human complexities, while also addressing challenges faced by female filmmakers in Hollywood.