The Floaters

The Floaters

Prepare for a summer meltdown.

2026 · 102 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

Struggling musician Nomi accepts a last-resort job from her overachiever best friend Mara: mentoring misfit campers, the “Floaters,” at their childhood Jewish summer camp. As the camp struggles to survive amidst competition with a longtime rival, Nomi, the Floaters, and Mara must overcome their differences to bring the community together and save the camp.

Directed by Rachel Israel · Written by Amelia Brain

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