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The Drama

The Drama is a 2026 American romantic black comedy film written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Drama is a 2026 American romantic black comedy film written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli. It stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as an engaged couple whose relationship is disrupted by an unexpected revelation in the week before their wedding. The film premiered in Los Angeles on March 17, 2026, and was released in the United States on April 3, 2026, by A24.

Plot

The film follows an engaged couple whose relationship comes under strain when a surprising secret emerges shortly before their wedding. Reviews describe the story as a romantic comedy that turns into a crisis around trust, identity, and marital expectations.

Cast

Zendaya stars as Emma Harwood and Robert Pattinson as Charlie Thompson. Supporting cast members reported in coverage include Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, Hailey Gates, and Zoë Winters.

Production

Kristoffer Borgli wrote and directed the film. Coverage also identifies Ari Aster, Lars Knudsen, and Tyler Campellone among the producers.

Release and reception

The Drama premiered in Los Angeles on March 17, 2026, before its U.S. theatrical release by A24 on April 3, 2026. Reviews were generally positive, and the film was a commercial success relative to its budget.

Key facts

  • The film is a romantic black comedy written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli.
  • Zendaya and Robert Pattinson play a couple whose wedding week is upended by a revelation.
  • The story is set in Boston and focuses on the days leading up to the wedding.
  • The film premiered in Los Angeles on March 17, 2026, and opened in U.S. theatres on April 3, 2026.
  • Reported box office grosses place it at about US$132 million worldwide against a production budget of about US$28 million.
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Canadian context

The film has no specific Canadian setting or production connection in the available sources, but it is of interest to Canadian audiences through its theatrical release, international box office performance, and high-profile cast.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Drama?
The Drama is a 2026 American romantic black comedy film written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli.
Who stars in The Drama?
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star as the central couple, with supporting roles reported for Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, Hailey Gates, and Zoë Winters.
When was The Drama released?
It premiered in Los Angeles on March 17, 2026, and was released in U.S. theatres on April 3, 2026.
What is The Drama about?
It follows an engaged couple whose relationship is tested after an unexpected revelation during the week before their wedding.
Who directed The Drama?
Kristoffer Borgli wrote and directed the film.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Drama_(film)
    Supports: Basic identification, genre, release dates, cast, plot premise, runtime, and box office figures.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_drama
    Supports: Director, screenwriter, distributor, release date, runtime, genre, and synopsis.
  3. The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/02/movies/the-drama-review-zendaya-robert-pattinson.html
    Supports: Plot description, setting in Boston, and critical framing.
  4. Variety — https://variety.com/2026/film/reviews/the-drama-review-robert-pattinson-zendaya-1236701583/
    Supports: Cast character names and premise details.
  5. WBUR — https://www.wbur.org/news/2026/03/31/kristoffer-borgli-the-drama-zendaya-robert-pattinson-film-review
    Supports: Premise, setting, and wedding-week conflict.
  6. People — https://people.com/the-drama-everything-to-know-11866267
    Supports: Director, stars, character names, and release date.