A24 recently set an April 3, 2026 release date for its Zendaya and Robert Pattinson shocker, “The Drama.” Given the buzz and the nearly finished cut that was recently shown, I was certain the film would world-premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in January. However, it doesn’t sound like it will — though that’s not 100% confirmed.
It certainly doesn’t help tame speculation that a poster has just been revealed a day before Sundance announces its lineup — you can see it below. I wouldn’t be surprised if we get a trailer this week.
Borgli is coming off “Dream Scenario,” starring an amusing Nicolas Cage, and “The Drama” is already generating strong buzz, according to multiple sources who attended a screening in June.
“The Drama” centers on a couple, played by Pattinson and Zendaya, whose relationship takes an unexpected turn right before their wedding day. Aided by Borgli’s screenplay, Pattinson is said to be very good here — reportedly pushing his acting skills to the edge as he portrays an ordinary British man caught up in an extraordinary situation.
What exactly is this “extraordinary situation”? I kind of regret having it spoiled by someone who saw a cut of the film earlier this year. It’ll be interesting to see whether A24 reveals the twist in the marketing — it’s a huge part of the story, but one that could easily turn off some viewers.
Regardless, for Borgli — a filmmaker filled with potential whose sophomore effort, 2022’s “Sick of Myself,” premiered at Cannes — “The Drama” marks his most high-profile film yet, with two of the most in-demand actors in Hollywood leading the cast.
Just to recap, Zendaya has “The Drama,” “Euphoria” Season 3, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” “The Odyssey,” and “Dune: Messiah” all coming out in 2026. She’s also lending her voice to “Shrek 5,” which was supposed to come out next year but is now aiming for a June 2027 release.
