NameThe DramaDirectorKristoffer BorgliCastZendaya and Robert PattinsonProduction CompanySquare PegRelease DateApril 3, 2026Rotten Tomatoes (As of April 2, 2026)86%
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson’s new film The Drama is set to hit theaters on April 3, 2026, and anticipation is already running high. Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, the movie follows a happily engaged couple whose relationship is put to the test when an unexpected revelation derails their wedding week. Early buzz has been strong, with the film earning an impressive 86% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of release.
As for streaming, an official release date has not yet been announced. However, based on A24’s past trends, an estimate can be made about the film’s availability on streaming platforms. Here is all you need to know about when and where to stream The Drama.
When Will The Drama Start Streaming?
A24 has yet to reveal an official release date for when The Drama will begin streaming, but there’s already a reasonable window fans can look toward. The film, which debuted in theaters on April 3, 2026, is expected to follow a pattern similar to other recent A24 releases.
Looking at past titles like The Smashing Machine, Eternity, and Marty Supreme, the latter set to make its streaming debut on April 24, 2026 (The Hollywood Reporter), A24 films have typically arrived on streaming platforms roughly three to four months after their theatrical run begins.
Based on that trend, an estimate suggests The Drama will likely be available to stream sometime between July and August 2026, placing it firmly in the mid-to-late 2026 window.
Additionally, if the studio sticks to its usual rollout strategy, the film could land on premium video-on-demand (PVOD) platforms as early as May 2026. This would allow interested viewers to rent or purchase a digital copy through services like Fandango at Home, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV before its eventual streaming debut.
Where Will The Drama Be Available For Streaming?
The Drama, an A24 film starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, will be available to stream on HBO Max following its theatrical run. While an exact streaming date has not been confirmed yet, the platform is the home to the movie due to A24’s ongoing deal with HBO Max.
Robert Pattinson and Zendaya in The Drama | Credit: A24
In 2023, HBO Max signed a multi-year “pay-1” output deal with A24. This agreement ensures that A24’s new theatrical releases stream exclusively across HBO Max and Cinemax after their initial release window, while also expanding access to A24’s existing film library (Warner Bros. Discovery).
The partnership was further strengthened in January 2026, when HBO Max and A24 announced a renewed multi-year deal (Warner Bros. Discovery). Under this agreement, A24 films will continue to debut exclusively on HBO and HBO Max in the U.S. during the pay-1 window. Subscribers will also gain access to a growing library of A24 titles over time.
HBO Max subscribers will be able to watch A24 films as soon as they become available for streaming, including The Drama when it arrives.
The Drama is set to release on April 3, 2026 (USA).
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