Netflix has shared initial images from the set of 'The Fifth Wheel,' a comedy directed by Eva Longoria and featuring Kim Kardashian and Nikki Glaser. The film follows high school friends reuniting in Vegas, disrupted by an unexpected newcomer. This marks Kardashian's first leading role in a feature film.
Netflix recently released first-look images from the production of 'The Fifth Wheel,' a female-driven comedy helmed by director Eva Longoria. The script, penned by Paula Pell and Janine Brito, centers on a group of lifelong friends from high school who plan a weekend getaway to Las Vegas to rekindle their bond. Their plans take an unexpected turn when Kim Kardashian's character, described as a 'hot outsider' and the titular fifth wheel, joins them, compelling the women to confront their chaotic personal lives, regrettable choices, and fraying relationships.
This project represents Longoria's second directorial effort for a feature film and her debut with Netflix. Her previous work, the 2023 Hulu and Disney+ release 'Flamin' Hot,' explored the origins of Flamin' Hot Cheetos. The ensemble cast includes Nikki Glaser, Fortune Feimster, Brenda Song, Jack Whitehall, Casey Wilson, and Scott MacArthur, with filming taking place in Los Angeles.
For Kardashian, 'The Fifth Wheel' signifies her first lead in a movie and her initial partnership with Netflix. The reality television icon has prior acting credits, including the role of Allura Grant in Hulu's legal series 'All's Fair' and Siobhan Corbyn opposite Emma Roberts in the twelfth season of 'American Horror Story.' In June 2025, reports indicated she would portray a villain in an upcoming Amazon MGM 'Bratz' film.
Production is overseen by Pell, Kardashian, Jessica Elbaum, Will Ferrell, and Alex Brown under Gloria Sanchez Productions, alongside Cris Abrego and Longoria through Hyphenate Media Group. Executive producers are Mary Bundy and David Hyman. The film aligns with Netflix's growing roster of Los Angeles-based projects, such as Ben Affleck's 'Animals,' the second season of Lee Sung Jin's 'Beef,' and Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan's fourth season of 'Monster.' No release date has been set.