Horror films often delve into the unsettling and the macabre, and what could be more unsettling than the person who knows your home better than you do? This curated list explores the theme of maids in horror cinema, where the familiar becomes terrifying. These films not only provide spine-chilling experiences but also offer a unique perspective on trust, isolation, and the hidden darkness within seemingly ordinary lives.

The Others (2001)
Description: While not exclusively about a maid, the film features a maid character whose mysterious presence adds to the eerie atmosphere of the haunted house.
Fact: Nicole Kidman's performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.


The Maid (2009)
Description: Although primarily a drama, this Chilean film has elements of psychological horror as the maid's mental state deteriorates.
Fact: The film was Chile's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.


The Housemaid (2010)
Description: A remake of the 1960 Korean classic, this film tells the story of a maid who disrupts a wealthy family with her sinister intentions.
Fact: The original 1960 film was remade due to its cult status and influence on Korean cinema.


The Devil's Hand (2014)
Description: A maid in a small town becomes involved in a sinister cult, leading to supernatural horror.
Fact: The film was originally titled "Where the Devil Hides."


The Maid's Room (2014)
Description: An immigrant maid in an affluent American household uncovers the family's dark secrets, leading to a tense and horrifying climax.
Fact: The film was shot in a real mansion in the Hamptons, adding authenticity to the setting.


The Maid (2005)
Description: This Thai horror film follows a maid who discovers a dark secret in the house she works at, leading to supernatural occurrences.
Fact: The film was remade in the Philippines in 2009 under the title "Maid in Hell."


The Housemaid (1960)
Description: This Korean classic explores the psychological horror of a maid's descent into madness within a dysfunctional family.
Fact: It was one of the first Korean films to gain international recognition.


The Maid (2016)
Description: A Spanish horror film where a maid's arrival at a secluded mansion triggers a series of terrifying events.
Fact: The film was shot in a single location to enhance the claustrophobic atmosphere.


The Maid (2016)
Description: An American horror film about a maid who becomes possessed by the spirit of a former servant in the house.
Fact: The film uses practical effects for the possession scenes, adding to its eerie realism.


The Maid (2018)
Description: A British horror film where a maid's arrival at a manor house uncovers a century-old curse.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life ghost stories from English country estates.
