Netflix’s ‘Roommates’ Cast: Nepo Babies Sadie Sandler to Bella Murphy

About one third of the cast of Roommates are children of well-known Hollywood figures. The Happy Madison-produced comedy-drama streams on Netflix and centers on college friendships gone wrong.

Sadie Sandler headlines as Devon, a lonely freshman searching for a best friend. She bonds with roommate Celeste, played by Chloe East. Their friendship degrades into a tense psychological battle.

Creative team and tone

Chandler Levack directed the film. The screenplay was co-written by Jimmy Fowlie and Ceara O’Sullivan.

The movie mixes offbeat humor with sharp observations about young adult female friendships. It leans into R-rated comedy and awkward campus moments.

Who in the cast are industry offspring

• Sadie Sandler stars as Devon. She is Adam Sandler’s eldest daughter and takes a lead role.

• Jaya Harper appears as Olivia. She is Laura Dern’s 21-year-old daughter and has a prominent campus moment.

• Bella Murphy plays Emma. She is one of Eddie Murphy’s children and appears as Olivia’s roommate.

• Francesca Scorsese appears as Ellie. She is Martin Scorsese’s daughter and leads orientation activities.

• Zahra Savannah Rock has a brief role as Lola. She is the youngest daughter of Chris Rock.

• Martin Herlihy plays Christian. He is the son of Tim Herlihy and part of the Please Don’t Destroy comedy group.

Notable details about these roles

Olivia stages a protest by toppling a campus statue as her showcase. The statue proves not to be a Confederate soldier.

Ellie runs high ropes challenges and scavenger hunts during freshman orientation. The scenes provide much of the film’s physical comedy.

Zahra Rock’s character gets knocked during the ropes course. The film names her character Lola, matching a sister’s real name.

Other cast members and surprise cameos

Not every young actor is an industry child. Storm Reid, Ivy Wolk, Billy Byrk, and Aidan Langford appear in the ensemble.

There is an unexpected cameo from musician Megan Thee Stallion. The cameo adds a brief, surprising beat.

A self-aware wink at nepotism

The film acknowledges its casting trend in a late joke. Devon reveals Celeste is the CEO of Staples’ daughter.

When a student reacts, the scene directly names the term “nepo baby.” The line lands as a sly, self-referential gag.

Coverage on Netflix’s ‘Roommates’ Cast: Nepo Babies Sadie Sandler to Bella Murphy highlights how many roles go to industry children. Filmogaz.com covered the casting pattern and the film’s self-aware humor.