Tuesday, January 27, 2026-Netflix has kicked off production on The Fifth Wheel, a new female‑driven comedy directed by Eva Longoria that stars Kim Kardashian and comedian Nikki Glaser in leading roles. The streamer has released first‑look photos from the set, showing the cast together as cameras roll on the Vegas‑set comedy. The film also features an ensemble supporting cast including Fortune Feimster and Brenda Song, blending established comedic talent with Hollywood star power for a big‑screen reunion story.
Written by Saturday Night Live veteran Paula Pell and Janine Brito, The Fifth Wheel follows a group of former high school best friends who reunite for a weekend in Las Vegas. What was meant to be a fun getaway quickly unravels when a glamorous outsider — the “fifth wheel” played by Kardashian crashes the trip, forcing the group to confront chaotic lives, bad decisions, and unresolved tensions. The dynamic setup promises a mix of sharp humor and relationship drama.
For Kardashian, this project marks her first leading role in a feature film for Netflix, expanding her acting career beyond recent scripted appearances in All’s Fair on Hulu and American Horror Story. It’s also a notable directing assignment for Longoria, her second feature film and first under the Netflix banner. No official release date has been announced yet, but production momentum and early images have already generated buzz online.
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