College life has always been fertile ground for unforgettable friendships, awkward encounters, and the occasional roommate rivalry. Netflix’s upcoming comedy Roommates is leaning into all three. And the newly released trailer suggests audiences are in for a hilariously relatable coming-of-age story.
Produced by comedy powerhouse Adam Sandler, the film arrives on Netflix on April 17th, 2026, introducing viewers to a college friendship that quickly spirals into a battle of personalities, boundaries, and passive-aggressive tension.
A Friendship That Quickly Turns Complicated
At the heart of the story is Devon, a hopeful but socially awkward freshman who simply wants to find her place in the chaotic world of college life. When she asks the charismatic and confident Celeste to be her roommate, it initially feels like the start of a perfect friendship.
But as the trailer reveals, their dynamic soon turns turbulent. Celeste’s carefree, uninhibited personality clashes with Devon’s need for personal space and emotional security. What begins as a promising dorm-room bond gradually transforms into a hilarious and painfully relatable cold war filled with subtle jabs, social misunderstandings, and escalating tension. Along the way, Devon also grapples with the universal freshman struggle: finding her tribe, navigating campus life, and exploring a budding romance with a fellow student.
A New Spotlight For Sadie Sandler
One of the most notable elements of Roommates is the rising presence of Sadie Sandler, who takes on her first major leading role in the film. The daughter of Adam Sandler has appeared in several of her father’s projects over the years, including Happy Gilmore 3 and Jay Kelly, but Roommates marks a new step forward. In doing so, it positions her at the center of a full-fledged coming-of-age story.
Her performance as Devon hints at a blend of vulnerability, comedic timing, and emotional authenticity that could resonate strongly with younger audiences navigating similar life transitions. Interestingly, Sadie isn’t the first Sandler sibling to headline a Netflix coming-of-age project. Her younger sister Sunny Sandler previously led the popular Netflix film You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.
A Comedy Packed With Talent
Beyond the Sandler family connection, Roommates boasts a lively ensemble cast that includes Chloe East, Storm Reid, Bailee Madison, Janeane Garofalo, and Carol Kane. Additional appearances from Natasha Lyonne and Nick Kroll promise even more comedic energy.
Behind the camera, the film is directed by Chandler Levack, with a screenplay from Jimmy Fowlie and Ceara Jane O’Sullivan. The production team also includes longtime Sandler collaborator Tim Herlihy. By centering its story on the fragile balance between friendship and personal boundaries, Roommates aims to capture the humor and heartbreak of growing up.
Streaming Soon
With its mix of relatable college chaos, rising young talent, and a proven comedic production team, Roommates is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s standout coming-of-age releases of the year. With that being said, film premieres April 17th, 2026, exclusively on Netflix. And if the trailer is any idea of what we are getting in to, dorm life has never been this entertaining or this unpredictable.