Kim Kardashian, Nikki Glaser to Star in Netflix Comedy 'The Fifth Wheel'

Directed by Eva Longoria, the film follows a group of friends whose Vegas reunion is disrupted by a 'hot outsider' played by Kardashian.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Netflix has unveiled first-look images from its upcoming comedy 'The Fifth Wheel', directed by Eva Longoria. The film stars Kim Kardashian, Nikki Glaser, Brenda Song, and Fortune Feimster as a group of high school friends who reunite for a weekend in Las Vegas. Their plans take an unexpected turn when a 'hot outsider' played by Kardashian arrives, forcing the group to confront their complicated lives and strained relationships.

Why it matters

The Fifth Wheel marks Kardashian's first leading role in a feature film, as well as Longoria's second directorial effort. The film also features a talented ensemble cast including Brenda Song, who recently starred in the Netflix sports comedy 'Running Point', and Nikki Glaser, who has gained attention for her comedy work including a memorable performance in the Tom Brady roast special on Netflix.

The details

The story centers on a group of high school friends who reunite for a weekend in Las Vegas. Their plans take an unexpected turn when a 'hot outsider' played by Kim Kardashian arrives, forcing the group to confront their messy lives and unraveling friendships. The cast also includes Jack Whitehall, Casey Wilson, and Scott MacArthur.

  • The Fifth Wheel is an upcoming Netflix comedy film.

The players

Kim Kardashian

An American media personality, socialite, and businesswoman who is making her feature film debut in a leading role for The Fifth Wheel.

Nikki Glaser

An American comedian who has recently gained attention for her work, including a memorable performance in the Tom Brady roast special on Netflix.

Brenda Song

An American actress who was recently seen opposite Kate Hudson in the Netflix sports comedy 'Running Point' and co-starred in 'The Last Showgirl' opposite Pamela Anderson.

Fortune Feimster

An American comedian and actress who starred in Netflix's action comedy 'Fubar' with Arnold Schwarzenegger and lent her voice to 'Zootopia 2'.

Eva Longoria

An American actress, producer, director, and businesswoman who is directing The Fifth Wheel, her second feature film as a director.

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What’s next

No official release date for The Fifth Wheel has been announced yet.

The takeaway

The Fifth Wheel represents an exciting collaboration between talented comedic actors and a proven director in Eva Longoria, promising a fresh and entertaining take on the reunion comedy genre.