The new Netflix comedy Ladies First (2026) turned out to be an unexpected ratings hit. The film, starring Rosamund Pike and Sacha Baron Cohen, was released on the streaming service last week and has already attracted millions of viewers. Just a week after release, the comedy is in third place in the worldwide Netflix top 10, with more than 11 million viewers.
No more man’s world
In Ladies First focuses on successful advertising executive Damien Sachs, a convinced womanizer and chauvinist who suddenly finds himself in a world where women have the power and men have to deal with the same prejudices and inequalities that women experience in everyday life. In this world, Damien has to deal with Alex Fox, played by Pike. The film is based on the French comedy I am not an easy man (2018).
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Funny details or not?
Remarkably, the responses are up Ladies First particularly positive. Many reviewers praise the film because it questions gender roles in an accessible way and offers space for reflection. At the same time, the comedy is criticized for its predictable story and humor that does not appeal to everyone. The makers hid dozens of details in the background to emphasize the reversed balance of power. For example, viewers will come across names like “Victor’s Secret” (a nod to Victoria’s Secret), “Nate Spade” and even “Netchix” instead of Netflix.
5.8 Watch on Netflix • Successful, confident Damien has everything: wealth, power and countless short-lived relationships. But just before he became CEO of a prestigious advertising agency, his life changed drastically.
Beeld: Still ‘Ladies First’ via Netflix/Rob Youngson
