Netflix has acquired the comedy film “The Fifth Wheel,” featuring Kim Kardashian in the lead role. The announcement was made on Sunday. The film is co-written by Paula Pell, a former “Saturday Night Live” alum, and Janine Brito, a comedian, writer, and actor.
While the details of the film’s storyline are being kept under wraps, Netflix reveals that Kim Kardashian will play the title character, known as the “fifth wheel,” alongside an ensemble female cast. The co-stars for the film have not been disclosed yet.
Kim Kardashian, known for her long-time reality show stardom, has been expanding her presence in the acting world. She recently starred in “American Horror Story: Delicate,” produced by Ryan Murphy. Kardashian is set to produce “The Fifth Wheel” alongside Paula Pell. While most of her previous film and television roles involved playing herself, Kardashian has ventured into voice acting, lending her voice to Delores in the “PAW Patrol” movies. “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” first premiered in 2007.
Paula Pell, acclaimed for writing the comedy “Sisters” and her recent role in the streaming series “Girls5eva,” is partnering with Janine Brito for this project. Janine Brito has contributed to Tina Fey and Robert Carlock’s “Mr. Mayor” and will be writing for the upcoming Netflix season of “Girls5eva” after its move from NBCUniversal’s Peacock. She gained recognition as a correspondent for W. Kamau Bell’s comedic FX news series “Totally Biased.”
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Paula Pell and Janine Brito, who got married in 2020, share both personal and professional ties. Brito also played Pell’s on-screen wife in “Girls5eva.”
As Netflix continues to broaden its comedic offerings, “The Fifth Wheel” marks another significant addition. With Kim Kardashian’s star power and the creative collaboration of Paula Pell and Janine Brito, the film is anticipated to bring laughter to audiences. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting venture into streaming entertainment.
