Kim Kardashian Transforms Into Vegas Showgirl for Netflix’s The Fifth Wheel

Kim Kardashian is stepping into her first leading film role with Netflix’s upcoming comedy The Fifth Wheel. On March 4, the reality star was spotted filming in Los Angeles alongside Will Ferrell, dazzling in a bejeweled bodysuit and feathered headpiece as she transformed into a Las Vegas showgirl.

Will Ferrell’s Unrecognizable Look

Ferrell, 58, was nearly unrecognizable in a long blonde wig and beard. His eccentric look was paired with black leather pants, a sheer-sleeved shirt, and silver rings. A purple car with his character’s name “Brad” printed across it was also seen on set, hinting at his quirky role.

Plot and Cast

According to Netflix, The Fifth Wheel follows a group of high school best friends reconnecting during a weekend trip to Las Vegas. Kardashian plays a glamorous outsider who disrupts their plans, forcing the group to confront messy lives, bad decisions, and unraveling friendships. The film boasts a star-studded cast including Nikki Glaser, Brenda Song, Fortune Feimster, Jack Whitehall, Casey Wilson, and Scott MacArthur. Directed by Eva Longoria, the comedy is produced by Kardashian and Ferrell.

Kardashian’s Acting Journey

This marks Kardashian’s first leading role in a feature film. She previously appeared in Hulu’s legal drama All’s Fair and FX’s American Horror Story, where she played a Hollywood publicist. Her acting credits also include Disaster Movie (2008), Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor (2013), and cameo roles in Ocean’s Eight and Deep in the Valley. She has also lent her voice to the character Delores in the PAW Patrol animated films and is set to star in an upcoming Bratz movie from Amazon MGM.

Behind the Scenes

Back in January, Netflix released a first-look image featuring Kardashian, Glaser, Feimster, and Song posing on the back of a truck. Kardashian admitted she felt “overwhelmed” by criticism of her earlier acting projects but emphasized her commitment to addressing challenges head-on. With Kardashian’s bold transformation and Ferrell’s comedic reinvention, The Fifth Wheel is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s most anticipated comedies of 2026.