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- Sydney Sweeney calls Taylor Swift’s “I Did Something Bad” the perfect song to amplify The Housemaid’s intense, shocking final moments.
- Amanda Seyfried shares how Taylor Swift’s music connects generations, describing screaming with joy alongside her nine-year-old daughter during the film.
- Director Paul Feig reveals clearing the Taylor Swift track felt unlikely, later celebrating its approval as an empowering win for the film.
Sydney Sweeney knows the power of a well-timed song, and she believes The Housemaid found lightning in a bottle with its bold musical choice. The psychological thriller ends on a sharp emotional note, followed by Taylor Swift’s “I Did Something Bad,” a decision that has sparked praise from the cast and director alike. For Sweeney, the song did more than close the film. It amplified its meaning. In a story driven by tension, secrets, and control, the final needle drop became a release. It also reminded audiences why music, when chosen with care, can elevate a moment into something unforgettable.
Sydney Sweeney Explains Why Taylor Swift’s Song Changed The Housemaid
As the credits roll on The Housemaid, Taylor Swift’s 2017 Reputation-era anthem kicks in just after the film’s shocking ending. Sydney Sweeney, 28, did not hide her excitement over the choice. “It’s so perfect,” she said, reflecting on how naturally the track fit the film’s final beat. The actor revealed that she and co-star Amanda Seyfried saw an early cut before the song was officially cleared. Their reaction was instant and emotional.
“We were like, ‘We can’t lose this!’” Sweeney recalled. “We were like, ‘You have to keep this!’”
That urgency speaks to how deeply the song resonated with the cast. Sweeney believes Swift’s music carries a rare quality that few artists achieve. “It brings every generation together,” she said of Taylor’s song, “which is so fun.” That wide appeal mattered, especially in a film that leans into complex emotions and moral ambiguity. The music did not soften the ending. It sharpened it.
Sweeney’s admiration also reflects her respect for how Swift’s work connects people across ages and experiences. She noted how special it is when music becomes common ground, not just for fans but for families. That idea came to life through Seyfried’s own experience.
Taylor Swift’s Music Added Unexpected Edge and Attitude to The Housemaid
Amanda Seyfried, 40, shared that she and her daughter Nina, 9, are both devoted Taylor Swift fans. Sweeney found that bond inspiring. “That’s so amazing” the mother-daughter duo are able to have that in common, she said, adding, “That’s so cool that you get to share the same artist with her.”
For Seyfried, that connection feels deeply personal. She described being “so grateful” for the shared excitement, admitting that when Swift’s song finally played in the film, age did not matter anymore. “When it came on, we were like ‘Ahhhh!’ We screamed like little girls,” she said. “That’s the excitement that Taylor Swift songs can bring.”
Director Paul Feig shared that same sense of disbelief and joy. He described the track as “the ultimate kind of empowerment song.” Still, he did not expect it to happen. “We wanted to put it in, but I just kept going like, ‘I don’t think we’ll be able to clear this,’ because Taylor doesn’t really clear many of her songs,” he explained. When approval finally came, the reaction was unforgettable. “When it got approved we were just like, ‘Oh my God.’”
Beyond the music, The Housemaid offered its lead actresses something rare. Both Sweeney and Seyfried spoke about the freedom to explore anger, chaos, and control on screen. Seyfried called the experience liberating, while Sweeney embraced stories that allow space for “female rage.” In pairing that energy with a fearless Taylor Swift track, the film found its final voice. One that lingers long after the screen goes dark.
