Teaser reveals tension in Pattinson and Zendaya’s The Drama

A24 shares tense teaser and engagement announcement for The Drama

A24 has released the first teaser for The Drama, a new romantic comedy featuring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. The film follows their characters, Charlie and Emma, an engaged couple preparing for their wedding.

Every wedding has some. THE DRAMA, a new comedy from Kristoffer Borgli starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, opens in theaters April 3. Save the date. pic.twitter.com/daiycZOYmR

— A24 (@A24) December 10, 2025

The teaser shows the pair meeting a wedding photographer, played by Zoë Winters. While the session appears routine, several scenes suggest underlying tension. Emma is seen drinking in her wedding dress, and Charlie appears bloodied in another moment. Their interactions indicate that the issues between them may be more serious than pre-wedding nerves.

This preview follows Tuesday’s release of the official movie poster, which shows Zendaya seated on Pattinson’s lap with an engagement ring on display. The same image appeared in a staged engagement announcement placed in the Boston Globe. The announcement introduces Emma Harwood and Charlie Thompson as an engaged couple, with details about their families and education.

Did A24 actually placed an engagement announcement in The Boston Globe as part of the film’s marketing? pic.twitter.com/5ltECNmtU5

— Ara (@lefilmara) December 9, 2025

THE DRAMA. Formal invitation to follow. pic.twitter.com/nwjnay3ADX

— A24 (@A24) December 9, 2025

Plot details remain limited. Reports indicate the story focuses on a relationship that takes an unexpected turn before the wedding. According to IMDb, the couple faces challenges during their wedding week.

The cast also includes Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, and Hailey Gates. Pattinson and Zendaya will appear together in other upcoming films, including The Odyssey and Dune: Part Three.

The Drama is directed by Kristoffer Borgli, with producers Tyler Campellone, Ari Aster, and Lars Knudsen. The film is scheduled to release in theaters on April 3, 2026.