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Roommates (2026): Cast, Ratings & Ending

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Roommates is a 2026 comedy directed by Chandler Levack, starring Sadie Sandler as Devon, Chloe East and Aidan Langford. Critics gave it 68% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
68%
Echo Score
48
Metascore
57
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Roommates (2026) movie poster
Released
Director
Chandler Levack
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Roommates About?

The premise of Roommates without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

When a hopeful, naive college freshman, Devon, asks the cool and confident Celeste to be her roommate, a blossoming friendship spirals into a war of passive aggression.

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Cast & crew

Roommates Cast & Characters

Sadie Sandler leads the cast as Devon, with Chloe East as Celeste and Aidan Langford as Alex. Directed by Chandler Levack; 20 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Chandler Levack

More films directed by Chandler Levack, best-rated first: Mile End Kicks and We Forgot to Break Up.

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Ratings

Roommates Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Roommates 68% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 48/100, strongest in sensory experience (60) and weakest in art & craft (45).

48 /100

Roommates Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Roommates lands in a mixed to negative reception zone. Critics acknowledge occasional moments of earnest observation and introspection, yet point to tonal inconsistency and uneven humor. User commentary skews lower, emphasizing a derivative plot, generic performances, and an unsatisfying conclusion, which pulls the aggregate rating into the lower‑mid range.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of direction and visual craft, the film appears erratic. Critics describe the tone as uneven and note that the direction fails to fully realize the concept. User feedback echoes this, labeling the direction as under‑delivered. The consensus suggests a modestly weak art and craft execution.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    Character work receives a split assessment. Critics recognize committed performances but also find the emotional payoff lacking. Some users celebrate the chemistry between the leads, while others dismiss the main acting as generic. This balance results in an average, slightly above‑mid character rating.

  • Story & Flow 50

    The narrative is viewed as largely conventional. Critics note the film’s potential to be formative yet cite a disappointing ending, and users repeatedly call the plot typical and unsatisfying. The story’s originality and pacing therefore sit squarely in the middle of the rating spectrum.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Sensory elements, especially comedic beats and the notable fight scene, earn positive remarks from both critics and users. While some viewers find the humor entertaining and the visual moments engaging, others remain indifferent. The net effect is a modestly favorable sensory experience rating.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch appeal is divided. A segment of users expresses strong intent to view the film again, citing its humor and twists, whereas others advise against a repeat viewing. Critics do not comment on replay value, leading to an overall moderate rewatch factor score.

Plot

Roommates Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Roommates from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Luna and Auguste are college roommates at Walton University, where their friendship gradually turns tumultuous. To mediate the growing feud between them, they seek guidance from the Dean of Student Life, Robyn Schilling. In an attempt to offer them perspective, Robyn shares a compelling story from her past that illustrates how things can always spiral worse than they seem.

Meanwhile, the introverted Devon Weisz is determined to shed her past isolation from middle and high school by starting fresh at Walton. During freshman orientation, she meets the charismatic and confident Celeste, who quickly captivates her with her warmth. By the end of orientation, Devon invites Celeste to share a room in the honor student dorm, and Celeste enthusiastically accepts.

Full summary

The whole story of Roommates, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Roommates?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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FAQ

Roommates FAQ: Cast, Release Date & Director

Release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Roommates, each answered in a sentence.

When was Roommates released?

Roommates was released on April 17, 2026.

Who directed Roommates?

Roommates was directed by Chandler Levack.

More films by Chandler Levack

Who is in the cast of Roommates?

Roommates stars Sadie Sandler as Devon, Chloe East as Celeste and Aidan Langford as Alex, among 20 credited actors.

How is Roommates rated?

Roommates has 68% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic.

Does Roommates have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Roommates has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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