Get ready for a cinematic treat, because Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are teaming up for a romantic comedy that’s already generating buzz—and it’s not just because of their star power. A24 has officially confirmed that The Drama, a highly anticipated rom-com starring the duo, will hit theaters on April 3, 2026. But here’s where it gets intriguing: while the film is confirmed to be a romantic comedy, the exact plot remains shrouded in mystery. What we do know is that it revolves around a couple whose love story takes a dramatic and unexpected twist just before their wedding day. Sounds like a recipe for both laughter and tears, right?
Written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli—the mind behind the Golden Globe-nominated Dream Scenario starring Nicolas Cage—The Drama boasts a stellar cast. Alongside Zendaya and Pattinson, the film features Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, and Hailey Gates. With Borgli’s knack for blending humor and depth, this one promises to be more than your average rom-com.
And this is the part most people miss: The Drama is a collaboration between A24 and Square Peg, the production banner led by Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen. These two powerhouses have a history of teaming up on critically acclaimed projects, including Dream Scenario, Death of a Unicorn (starring Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega), and the highly anticipated Eddington, directed by Aster and featuring Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone, and Austin Butler. Their track record with hits like Hereditary and Midsommar only adds to the excitement.
Zendaya, a two-time Emmy winner for her groundbreaking role in HBO’s Euphoria, continues to dominate the screen with recent hits like Challengers and Dune: Part Two. Meanwhile, Pattinson, fresh off his success as the brooding hero in The Batman (which raked in over $770 million globally), has been on a roll. After filming Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and Denis Villeneuve’s third Dune installment in 2025, he’s gearing up to reprise his role in The Batman: Part II in Spring 2026.
But here’s the controversial question: Can The Drama live up to the hype? With such a talented cast and crew, expectations are sky-high. Yet, rom-coms are notoriously tricky to get right—especially when they aim to blend drama and humor seamlessly. Will it be a refreshing take on the genre, or will it fall into predictable tropes? Let’s not forget, A24 is known for its bold, unconventional storytelling, so this could be the rom-com that redefines the genre.
What do you think? Are you excited to see Zendaya and Pattinson in a romantic comedy, or do you think this pairing is too good to be true? Share your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear your take!
