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Sydney Sweeney Thriller 'The Caretaker' Gets New Director
16 Apr
Summary
- David Bruckner will direct Universal's thriller 'The Caretaker'.
- The film adapts Marcus Kliewer's upcoming novel, set for April 21 release.
- Sweeney's involvement stems from the massive success of 'Housemaid'.
Director David Bruckner is set to helm Universal Pictures' upcoming thriller, 'The Caretaker,' starring Sydney Sweeney. This feature project is an adaptation of Marcus Kliewer's novel, which is scheduled for release on April 21. Kliewer's literary horror background includes his 2024 debut, 'We Used To Live Here.'
Sweeney is producing 'The Caretaker' via her Fifty-Fifty Films banner. Industry heavyweights Michael Bay and Brad Fuller are also producing through their Platinum Dunes label. The book, published by Simon & Schuster and Atria's 12:01 Books, introduces Macy Mullins, a young woman who takes a job in the Oregon wilderness that quickly descends into a nightmare.
The film's development is fueled by the immense success of Sweeney's recent project, 'Housemaid.' This Lionsgate adaptation achieved over $400 million globally on a $35 million budget. Furthermore, Sweeney's recent appearance in 'Euphoria' attracted 8.5 million viewers in its initial three days post-premiere on HBO.
