What Is 'Roommates' on Netflix? Everything You Need to Know About the New Comedy Drop

Published 07/11/2025, 11:11 PM EDT

Few college experiences are as universally relatable as the challenge of living with a new roommate. Netflix is set to capture this chaotic rite of passage with its upcoming film, Roommates, a fresh comedy produced by Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions. With a cast packed with comedic talent and a premise that promises both hilarity and cringeworthy moments, Roommates is already generating buzz as one of the most anticipated comedy releases on the platform.

The film’s appeal is heightened by its ensemble cast, which brings together several familiar faces from both Netflix originals and the broader comedy landscape

Cast of Roommates: A comedy dream team

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Roommates features an impressive lineup, including Sarah Sherman, Natasha Lyonne, Nick Kroll, Sadie Sandler, Chloe East, and Storm Reid. Each cast member brings their own comedic pedigree: Sherman is known for her work on Saturday Night Live and Netflix’s You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah, while Lyonne’s acclaimed roles span Russian Doll and Orange Is the New Black.

Nick Kroll, the creative force behind Big Mouth, joins the ensemble, as does Sadie Sandler, who has appeared in several Happy Madison films. Chloe East and Storm Reid round out the cast, both having previously starred in notable Netflix projects. This blend of comedic veterans and rising stars sets the stage for dynamic on-screen chemistry.

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At the heart of Roommates is a story that transforms a familiar college scenario into a comedic battleground of personalities. As anticipation builds, viewers are eager to know when they can expect Roommates to hit their screens.

Release date of Roommates: Mark your calendars

Filming for Roommates began in Jersey City, New Jersey, on June 24, 2025, and is scheduled to wrap by August 12, 2025. With production moving swiftly, the film is on track for a release before the end of 2026, although Netflix has not yet announced an official release date. This timeline suggests that Roommates could be a highlight of Netflix’s late 2026 comedy slate, especially as it follows other high-profile Happy Madison projects.

While the cast is ready to shine on screen, what will be the storyline that will grab the attention and make the viewers laugh?

Plot of Roommates: When College Living Gets Competitive

Roommates centers on Devon, a hopeful and naive college freshman, who asks the confident and cool Celeste to be her roommate. What begins as a promising friendship soon devolves into a war of passive aggression, as the two cross the pitfalls of living together and the competitive dynamics that follow.

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Written by Jimmy Fowlie and Ceara O’Sullivan, the film draws humor from the escalating pranks and misunderstandings that arise when two very different personalities collide in close quarters. With Chandler Levack directing. Roommates is shaping up to be a standout addition to Netflix’s comedy plots, blending a relatable premise, a talented cast, and the proven comedic sensibility of Happy Madison Productions

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Are you ready to watch college rivalry reach hilarious new heights in Netflix’s upcoming comedy, Roommates? Let us know in the comments below!

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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