The Drama makes its theatrical debut this weekend, led by co-stars Robert Pattinson and Zendaya. For the latter, it’s the first of many films set to release in 2026. To boot, it’s not even her only movie this year starring alongside Pattinson!
Here is a look at every film that Zendaya will be appearing in for the rest of 2026.
Few entertainers are as talented, or as busy, as Zendaya. The actress and singer first gained recognition on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up. Since then, she’s grown into one of the best actresses working today. Her work has garnered two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, all for her work on HBO’s Euphoria. Her film debut came in the 2017 Marvel feature Spider-Man: Homecoming. She’s also gained critical acclaim for her roles in Challengers and the Dune franchise.
Zendaya is starring in four major motion pictures this year. Her busy 2026 begins with The Drama, a romantic comedy produced by lauded studio A24. Later, she’ll reunite with Pattinson in The Odyssey, arguably the most anticipated movie of the year. It’ll be Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan’s first film since 2023’s Oppenheimer. In this retelling of Homer’s classic epic, Zendaya will be playing Greek goddess Athena. That’s without mentioning the return of Euphoria for its third and final season, set to release on April 12th.
Later this summer, the actress will reprise her role as Mary Jane in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The latest Marvel release will mark yet another collaboration between her and fiancé Tom Holland. There’s also a chance she’ll return to the MCU in December for Avengers: Doomsday, although that hasn’t been confirmed. To cap off Zendaya’s busy year, she’ll return as Chani in Dune: Part Three. Pattinson will be joining the franchise as villain Scytale.
FAQs
When does Dune: Part Three come out in theaters?
Dune: Part Three will be released in theaters on Friday, December 18th 2026.
When does The Drama come out in theaters?
The Drama will come out in theaters on Friday, April 3rd 2026.
When does The Odyssey come out in theaters?
The Odyssey will be released in theaters on Friday, July 17th 2026.
What movies will Zendaya be in this year?
Zendaya will star in four films this year: The Drama, Dune: Part Three, The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. She’s also rumored to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, but that’s unconfirmed.
