Sydney Sweeney has moved far beyond being labelled a Hollywood “it girl.” With Emmy nominations, critically praised performances, and a filmography that spans prestige dramas, blockbusters, thrillers, and genre projects, she has firmly established herself as one of the most in-demand actors of her generation. As her career continues to accelerate, Sweeney has an unusually busy slate ahead.
Below is a comprehensive look at every confirmed and rumoured upcoming project featuring Sydney Sweeney, including release dates where available.
1. Euphoria – Season 3
- Release date: April 12, 2026
- Platform: HBO Max
Sweeney returns as Cassie Howard in the long-awaited third season of HBO’s cultural phenomenon. The new season is set five years after the events of season 2, with the characters now out of high school. Much of the core cast is returning, alongside several high-profile new additions. The eight-episode season is positioned as a major turning point for the series.
2. The Devil Wears Prada 2
- Release date: May 1, 2026
Sweeney is rumored to appear in the sequel to the iconic fashion drama. Original stars Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci are all confirmed to return. The sequel reportedly centers on shifting power dynamics in the fashion industry as traditional media declines. The film is currently in post-production.
3. Scandalous!
- Release date: TBA
Directed by Colman Domingo in his feature directorial debut, Scandalous! tells the true story of the secret romance between Kim Novak and Sammy Davis Jr. during Hollywood’s Golden Age. Sweeney portrays Novak, while David Jonsson stars as Davis Jr. Filming is scheduled to begin in early 2026.
4. The Housemaid’s Secret
- Release date: TBA
Sweeney returns as Millie in the sequel to 2025’s The Housemaid. Based on the second novel in Freida McFadden’s bestselling trilogy, the story follows Millie as she becomes entangled in another disturbing household while trying to build a normal life. Paul Feig is set to direct once again.
5. The Custom of the Country
- Release date: TBA
An adaptation of Edith Wharton’s novel, this period drama stars Sweeney as Undine Spragg, a young woman determined to climb the social ladder in early-20th-century New York. The film explores ambition, class, and moral compromise. Principal photography is expected to take place in Germany.
6. Barbarella
- Release date: TBA
Sweeney is attached to star in a modern reimagining of the cult sci-fi classic originally made famous by Jane Fonda. Based on the French comic series, the film follows a futuristic astronaut on a mission to stop a galaxy-threatening weapon. Development is ongoing, with further details yet to be confirmed.
7. That Man from Rio
- Release date: TBA
This adventure-comedy, directed by Justin Lin, is a modern take on the 1964 French film that inspired Indiana Jones. Sweeney stars in the Apple TV+ production, which follows a man racing across continents to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend.
8. The Caretaker
- Release date: TBA
Sweeney reunites with director Michael Bay for this thriller based on a short story by Marcus Kliewer. The film centers on a woman who takes a mysterious caretaking job that quickly turns dangerous. Sweeney is currently the only announced cast member.
9. The Players Table
- Release date: TBA
- Platform: HBO Max
Based on the novel They Wish They Were Us, the series follows elite prep school students involved in a secret society. Sweeney stars opposite Halsey in the drama, which explores privilege, guilt, and a suspicious death. The project remains in development.
10. Gundam
- Release date: TBA
Sweeney stars alongside Noah Centineo in the first live-action adaptation of the legendary Japanese mecha franchise. The film is directed by Jim Mickle, though story details remain tightly under wraps.
11. I Pretended to Be a Missing Girl
- Release date: TBA
Based on a viral Reddit short story, this thriller follows a con artist who impersonates a missing woman, only to realize she has stepped into something far more dangerous. The project is being developed by Warner Bros., with casting and production details still forthcoming.
12. Split Fiction
- Release date: TBA
An adaptation of the popular co-op video game, this Amazon MGM Studios film blends science fiction and fantasy. Sweeney stars in a story about two writers trapped inside worlds created from their own imaginations. Jon M. Chu directs.
13. OutRun
- Release date: TBA
Sweeney is producing the live-action adaptation of Sega’s classic arcade racing game, with Michael Bay directing. While her acting role has not been officially confirmed, her involvement marks another expansion of her influence behind the camera.
Sydney Sweeney’s upcoming slate highlights her evolution into a true Hollywood power player. From prestige television and literary adaptations to major franchises and video game films, her career trajectory shows no signs of slowing down. Whether leading dramatic performances or stepping into blockbuster territory, 2026 and beyond are shaping up to be defining years for her.
