Kim Kardashian and Nikki Glaser Headline Eva Longoria’s Netflix Comedy
Netflix has unveiled initial images for “The Fifth Wheel,” a comedy directed by Eva Longoria, featuring prominent stars Kim Kardashian and Nikki Glaser. The film is penned by Paula Pell and Janine Brito and chronicles a group of high school best friends reconnecting over a weekend trip to Las Vegas. Their plans take an unexpected turn when an attractive outsider, played by Kardashian, joins them, leading to confrontations about their complicated lives and friendships.
Film Details
- Title: The Fifth Wheel
- Director: Eva Longoria
- Writers: Paula Pell, Janine Brito
- Key Cast: Kim Kardashian, Nikki Glaser, Fortune Feimster, Brenda Song, Jack Whitehall, Casey Wilson, Scott MacArthur
- Production Companies: Gloria Sanchez, Hyphenate Media Group
- Executive Producers: Mary Bundy, David Hyman
Background
“The Fifth Wheel” marks Eva Longoria’s second outing as a feature film director, following her work on “Flamin’ Hot,” released earlier in 2023 on Hulu and Disney+. This film also signifies Kardashian’s first leading role in a film and her debut collaboration with Netflix.
Upcoming Projects
Before “The Fifth Wheel,” Kim Kardashian appeared in Hulu’s legal drama “All’s Fair” and participated in Season 12 of “American Horror Story.” She is slated to take on a villainous role in the upcoming “Bratz” movie produced by Amazon MGM.
Netflix’s Expanding Slate
This comedy joins Netflix’s expanding roster of Los Angeles productions, which recently included:
- “Animals” directed by Ben Affleck
- “Beef” Season 2 by Lee Sung Jin
- “Monster” Season 4 by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan
- “Running Point” Season 2 by Mindy Kaling
- “Star Search”
- “Nobody Wants This” Season 2
As of now, a release date for “The Fifth Wheel” has not been disclosed. Filmogaz.com will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
