---
title: "Ladies First"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ladies-first-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1368881
imdb_id: "tt34611082"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 417
content_rating: "R"
---

# Ladies First (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ladies-first-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ladies First is a 2026 American comedy film directed by Thea Sharrock and distributed by Netflix. The film is inspired by the 2018 French production I Am Not an Easy Man, directed by Éléonore Pourriat. The story follows an arrogant and charismatic ladies' man whose life defined by money, power, and casual flings is suddenly interrupted. After sustaining a head injury, the protagonist wakes up in a parallel world dominated by women. In this reversed society, the gender dynamics are flipped, leaving men to struggle as women hold positions of authority. The cast of the film features Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike, with additional performances by Tom Davis and Emily Mortimer. The satirical comedy explores these gender-swapped circumstances as the lead character navigates his new reality. The film was released in the spring of 2026, with reviews appearing in major publications by late May of that same year. It serves as a high-concept look at gender roles through a comedic lens.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A wealthy playboy faces a reality shift when he awakens in a world ruled by women."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise
- charismatic lead performance

### Caveats & Content Note
- premise relies on gender-swapped tropes
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains themes of gender roles and workplace power dynamics.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, surreal, dramatic, thought-provoking

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Thea Sharrock
- **Networks / Studios**: 3dot Productions, Netflix

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sacha Baron Cohen** as *Damien Sachs*
- **Rosamund Pike** as *Alex Fox*
- **Tom Davis** as *Chris Black*
- **Emily Mortimer** as *Sunny Black*
- **Weruche Opia** as *Ruby*
- **Charles Dance** as *Fred Powell*
- **Fiona Shaw** as *Felicity Chase*
- **Richard E. Grant** as *Pigeon Man*
- **Red Tennant** as *Charlie*
- **Kathryn Hunter** as *Glenda Cartwright*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of Ladies First?
The story follows a man who wakes up in a parallel universe where women hold all the power.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The main character is an arrogant and charismatic man accustomed to a life of wealth and casual relationships.

### Q: What genre is this film?
It is a speculative drama centered on a sudden shift in societal structure.

### Q: Is this a comedy?
The film uses the protagonist's disorientation to explore the reversal of social norms.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 2026.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ladies First (2026 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladies_First_(2026_film))
- [Ladies First (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34611082/)
- [Ladies First (2026) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/ladies_first_2026)
- [Watch Ladies First | Netflix Official Site](https://www.netflix.com/title/81001524)
- [Ladies First review – Sacha Baron Cohen and Rosamund Pike ...](https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/may/22/ladies-first-review-netflix-sacha-baron-cohen-rosamund-pike)
- [Sacha Baron Cohen’s Gender-Swapped Netflix Comedy ‘Ladies ...](https://www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/ladies-first-netflix-release-date-trailer-cast/)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*