Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "third-wheel"

1. Fat Girl (2001)

Not Rated | 86 min | Drama

Two sisters confront their sexual attitudes and experiences while on a family holiday.

Director: Catherine Breillat | Stars: Anaïs Reboux, Roxane Mesquida, Libero De Rienzo, Arsinée Khanjian

Votes: 12,833 | Gross: $0.72M

2. It Felt Like Love (2013)

Unrated | 82 min | Drama

Lila wants to emulate the sexual exploits of her more experienced best friend. She fixates on a tough older guy who will "sleep with anyone" and tries to insert herself into his world, putting herself in a dangerously vulnerable situation.

Director: Eliza Hittman | Stars: Gina Piersanti, Nyck Caution, Giovanna Salimeni, Nugget

Votes: 2,915 | Gross: $0.03M

3. Uncle Kent (2011)

Not Rated | 72 min | Drama

A pothead kid's show cartoonist in Los Angeles spends a weekend trying to sleep with his visiting house guest - a woman from New York who he met on Chatroulette.

Director: Joe Swanberg | Stars: Kevin Bewersdorf, Megan Daalder, Jennifer Daley, Josephine Decker

Votes: 674

4. Louder Than Words (2017)

Not Rated | 16 min | Short, Drama, Music

A young musician named Ansel, and his unexpected encounter with Niall, an endearing, deaf dancer.

Director: Julio Dowansingh | Stars: Marcia Marcia Marcia, Apryl Wilson, Luke Farley, Madeline Miller

Votes: 283

5. Ladies' Man (1931)

Passed | 75 min | Drama

A society gigolo goes after a rich mother and her daughter, but tries to find true happiness with his girlfriend, who is neither rich nor in "society."

Director: Lothar Mendes | Stars: William Powell, Kay Francis, Carole Lombard, Gilbert Emery

Votes: 419

6. Mind Games (1989)

R | 93 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller

Rita and Dana Lund's marriage is in a crisis, Rita's frustrated from being just a housewife. To save their marriage, they set out for a camping trip through California with their son. At a ... See full summary »

Director: Bob Yari | Stars: Maxwell Caulfield, Edward Albert, Shawn Weatherly, Matt Norero

Votes: 316

7. Three (I) (1969)

M/PG | 104 min | Drama, Romance

Two American college friends, traveling in Europe near the Mediterranean, meet and fall for a charming English tourist. However, they agree not to test their friendship and just be friends with her. Soon, reality kicks in.

Director: James Salter | Stars: Charlotte Rampling, Robie Porter, Sam Waterston, Pascale Roberts

Votes: 371

8. Illusions (1992 TV Movie)

R | 100 min | Drama, Thriller

After suffering a nervous breakdown, a woman moves into a new house with her husband. She soon begins to suspect that her husband and his sister are up to no good and may have had something to do with her breakdown.

Director: Victor Kulle | Stars: Robert Carradine, Heather Locklear, Emma Samms, Ned Beatty

Votes: 282

9. Wasp (2015)

Unrated | 72 min | Drama, Romance

Olivier and James' romantic break in the South of France is interrupted by the sudden arrival of Caroline. Friendships are questioned; sexuality tested.

Director: Philippe Audi-Dor | Stars: Hugo Bolton, Elly Condron, Simon Haycock

Votes: 1,142

10. Summerland (II) (2020)

Not Rated | 80 min | Comedy, Drama

Surviving graduation is just the first challenge for Bray, Oliver, and Stacey, three friends determined to make it to the Summerland music festival, no matter what it takes. Embarking on a ... See full summary »

Director: Lankyboy | Stars: Maddie Phillips, Dylan Playfair, Chris Ball, Rory J Saper

Votes: 95

11. For Jojo (2022)

96 min | Drama

Since childhood, Jojo and Paula have been inseparable. When Jojo falls in love, Paula does everything she can to stop Jojo from making the biggest mistake of her life: getting married.

Director: Barbara Ott | Stars: Caro Cult, Nina Gummich, Steven Sowah, Louis Nitsche

Votes: 333

12. Happiness Adjacent (2018)

Unrated | 96 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Explores the romance between Hank, a nice Jewish boy who definitely isn't looking for love, and Kurt, a Midwestern guy who desperately needs someone to break up the monotony of his stale ... See full summary »

Director: Rob Williams | Stars: Adam Fried, Ian Dick, Rachel Alig, Jorgie Goico

Votes: 339

13. The Pad (and How to Use It) (1966)

Approved | 86 min | Comedy

Shy bachelor Bob asks his best friend Ted to keep him company during his first date in his pad with the girl he met at a classical concert and fell in love with. However, Ted also likes her and the date goes terribly wrong for Bob.

Director: Brian G. Hutton | Stars: Brian Bedford, Julie Sommars, James Farentino, Edy Williams

Votes: 142

14. Just Do You (2017)

10 min | Short, Comedy, Romance

A promising first date takes a very wrong turn when the couple picks up a third wheel in the men's room of their local dive bar.

Directors: Marvin 'Josh' Solomon, Lewis Martin Soucy | Stars: Chelsey Crisp, Marvin 'Josh' Solomon, Tom Parker, Ben Knight

15. Kabab Mein Haddi (2014)

110 min | Comedy

This is a story about a London-based guy who wants to marry an Indian girl, but unfortunately he gets caught in a web of income tax raids, cops and two other girls vying for his affection.

Director: Rabinder Parasher | Stars: Purva Arora, Anil Bhonsle, Leeza Bindra, Aarti Dhariwal

16. Faithful (1910)

17 min | Short, Drama

John Dobbs, a young man in good circumstances, goes a-courting, and returning from the home of his lady fair, his auto runs down Zeke, the vacuum-pated roustabout of the town. Although Zeke... See full summary »

Director: D.W. Griffith | Stars: Arthur V. Johnson, Mack Sennett, Florence Barker, Kate Bruce

Votes: 149

17. From Prickles, with Love (2017)

1 min | Animation, Short, Comedy

A Ukulele player becomes jealous of a hedgehog attempting to win the affection of his girlfriend.

Director: George Summers | Star: Thomas Josling

Votes: 5

18. Amazing Stories (1985–1987)
Episode: Miscalculation (1986)

Not Rated | 21 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

Nerdy collegiate Phil unsuccessfully tries every trick in the book to meet girls. Then he discovers a potion that makes gorgeous magazine pin-ups spring to life. Unfortunately, he can't ... See full summary »

Director: Tom Holland | Stars: Jon Cryer, JoAnn Willette, J.J. Cohen, Lana Clarkson

Votes: 377

19. The Andy Griffith Show (1960–1968)
Episode: Three's a Crowd (1962)

TV-G | 26 min | Comedy, Family

Barney interferes with Andy's new romance.

Director: Bob Sweeney | Stars: Andy Griffith, Ron Howard, Don Knotts, Frances Bavier

Votes: 391

20. Barney Miller (1975–1982)
Episode: Thanksgiving Story (1977)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

The detectives clean up the mess after three mental patients have Thanksgiving dinner at an automat.

Director: David Swift | Stars: Hal Linden, Max Gail, Ron Glass, Jack Soo

Votes: 111

21. Cheers (1982–1993)
Episode: And Coachie Makes Three (1984)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Sam and Diane are tired of Coach being a third wheel and interrupting their alone time, so they set him up on a date.

Director: James Burrows | Stars: Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Nicholas Colasanto, Rhea Perlman

Votes: 633

22. The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961–1966)
Episode: Love Thy Other Neighbor (1966)

TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Family

A new neighbor turns out to be Laura's old school chum whose friendship predates Millie's friendship and leaves Millie feeling left out.

Director: Jerry Paris | Stars: Dick Van Dyke, Rose Marie, Morey Amsterdam, Larry Mathews

Votes: 231

23. Frasier (1993–2004)
Episode: And Frasier Makes Three (2004)

TV-PG | 23 min | Comedy

Frasier plans elaborate dates to try to win Charlotte away from her boyfriend, but ends up being a third wheel when Frank continually shows up, who is oblivious of his intentions.

Director: Scott Ellis | Stars: Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, David Hyde Pierce, Peri Gilpin

Votes: 811

24. The Golden Girls (1985–1992)
Episode: And Ma Makes Three (1988)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

Sophia, depressed over the departure of her best friend, becomes a third wheel in Dorothy's promising relationship with a new boyfriend.

Director: Terry Hughes | Stars: Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Estelle Getty

Votes: 417

25. Homicide: Life on the Street (1993–1999)
Episode: M.E., Myself and I (1996)

TV-14 | 46 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

The arrival of a new Chief Medical Examiner upsets Bayliss at first, but results in an old case's exhumation and correct determination as a homicide. The FBI investigation of Kellerman ... See full summary »

Director: Michael Fields | Stars: Richard Belzer, Andre Braugher, Reed Diamond, Michelle Forbes

Votes: 124

26. The O.C. (2003–2007)
Episode: The Third Wheel (2004)

TV-PG | 43 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

Ryan doesn't know much about Oliver, Marissa's therapy friend, but he knows he doesn't like him. Yet, Ryan still assists Oliver when he runs into trouble with the law at a Rooney concert.

Director: Sandy Smolan | Stars: Peter Gallagher, Kelly Rowan, Ben McKenzie, Mischa Barton

Votes: 602

27. Queer as Folk (2000–2005)
Episode: Bowling for Equality (2002)

TV-MA | 47 min | Drama, Romance

Michael discovers Justin's affair, and is tempted to tell Brian; Mel and Lindsay feel awkward with Leda around; Debbie challenges Carl to a bowling contest.

Director: Michael DeCarlo | Stars: Michelle Clunie, Robert Gant, Thea Gill, Gale Harold

Votes: 210

28. Timon & Pumbaa (1995–1999)
Episode: Timon in Love/Kahuna Potato (1999)

TV-Y | Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Cupid accidentally makes Timon fall in love with himself just like Narcissus in the Greek myth. / Timon and Pumbaa ask Rafiki to teach them Kung Fu so they can face off against their evil doubles, Pimon and Tumbaa, who always bully them.

Director: Brad Neave | Stars: Debi Derryberry, Robert Guillaume, Kevin Michael Richardson, Ernie Sabella

Votes: 49

29. Tru Calling (2003–2005)
Episode: Star Crossed (2003)

TV-14 | Drama, Fantasy, Mystery

In what appears to be a "Romeo and Juliet" double suicide, Tru tries to prevent the deaths of two high school students who go over a cliff in a car.

Director: Sanford Bookstaver | Stars: Eliza Dushku, Shawn Reaves, Zach Galifianakis, A.J. Cook

Votes: 260

30. Final Space (2018–2021)
Episode: The First Times They Met (2019)

TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

Nightfall attempts to bring the past back to life, leaving the crew powerless against a pack of evil KVNs.

Director: Ben Bjelajac | Stars: Fred Armisen, Ashly Burch, Ron Funches, Tom Kenny

Votes: 842

31. Akavet (2020– )
Episode: Tre på date (2020)

10 min | Family

While assisting Tone with packing for the school trip, Alma finds something hidden in the closet. When Sif invites Tone to the cinema, Alma goes along as third wheel - but fitting in is not easy.

Director: Marie Limkilde | Stars: Sarah Clausen, Kian Lawson-Khalili, Anna Haarup Munch, Sebastian Halberg Hansen

32. Zoey 101 (2005–2008)
Episode: Dinner for Two Many (2008)

TV-Y7 | 23 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

Zoey and James are finding it difficult to get some time alone.

Directors: Vadim Kapridov, Larry LaFond | Stars: Jamie Lynn Spears, Paul Butcher, Austin Butler, Victoria Justice

Votes: 102

33. DuckTales (2017–2021)
Episode: New Gods on the Block! (2020)

TV-Y7 | 22 min | Animation, Action, Adventure

The kids try to prove themselves by auditioning to take Zeus' place amongst the Greek gods, while Storkules interferes with Donald and Daisy's date.

Director: Jason Zurek | Stars: David Tennant, Danny Pudi, Ben Schwartz, Bobby Moynihan

Votes: 567

34. The Great North (2021– )
Episode: Pride & Prejudance Adventure (2021)

TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Comedy

Judy asks her crush to the school dance, unaware he has eyes for someone else; Beef's brother visits from Anchorage.

Directors: Tony Gennaro, Neil Graf, Hyung-Tae Kim, Kwang Jin Kim, Se Ki Park | Stars: Nick Offerman, Jenny Slate, Will Forte, Dulcé Sloan

Votes: 338

35. American Dad! (2005– )
Episode: Stan & Francine & Stan & Francine & Radika (2021)

TV-14 | 21 min | Animation, Comedy

Stan and Francine go back in time to settle an argument.

Director: Jennifer Graves | Stars: Seth MacFarlane, Wendy Schaal, Scott Grimes, Rachael MacFarlane

Votes: 349

36. Hotaru no Hikari: It's Only A Little Light in My Life (2007–2011)
Episode: Gaman shinaito kekkon dekinai! (2010)

47 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance

It is a break-out episode. Hotaru has a break out and heads to the doctor to have it examined. The manager is getting a lesson in bitter melons and many recipes to try. His friend seeks ... See full summary »

Stars: Haruka Ayase, Naohito Fujiki, Yuka Itaya, Ken Yasuda

Votes: 9

37. The Big Bang Theory (2007–2019)
Episode: The Date Night Variable (2012)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Romance

Raj crashes Sheldon and Amy's second anniversary and interferes in Leonard and Penny's relationship. Howard gets caught in the middle of an argument between Bernadette and his mother.

Director: Mark Cendrowski | Stars: Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg

Votes: 4,536

38. True Life (1998–2020)
Episode: I Hate His Bromance (2013)

TV-14 | 39 min | Documentary, Romance

Alyssia, Angela, and Jaelyne all are trying to make a difference in their beloved city of Detroit. However, each one of them will deal with personal or financial issues they must overcome to accomplish their goals.

Stars: Duncan Beatz Pate, SuChin Pak

39. Flipping Out (2007–2018)
Episode: The House That Jeff Built (2015)

TV-14 | 44 min | Reality-TV

After years of trying to start a family, Jeff and Gage (with Jenni in tow) meet the woman they asked to carry their baby for the first time. However, the constant bickering between Gage and... See full summary »

Stars: Vanina Alfaro, Astra, Austin, Boni Bryant

Votes: 7

40. Greenleaf (2016–2020)
Episode: We Shall See Him as He Is (2016)

TV-14 | 40 min | Drama

Grace goes on an awkward date with Noah and his fiancée. Kerissa examines her marriage to Jacob. Senator Bob Banks puts more pressure on the Bishop to open up the church's books for review. Sophia tries to "fit in".

Director: Charles Stone III | Stars: Merle Dandridge, Kim Hawthorne, Desiree Ross, Lamman Rucker

Votes: 123

41. Baby Daddy (2012–2017)
Episode: The Tuck Stops Here (2016)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A video of Mary Hart berating Tucker goes viral after Emma accidentally uploads it online. Bonnie is left alone after Brad leaves to volunteer overseas and tries to spend all her time with Danny, much to Riley's chagrin.

Director: Michael Lembeck | Stars: Jean-Luc Bilodeau, Tahj Mowry, Derek Theler, Melissa Peterman

Votes: 126

42. Tokyo Tarareba Girls (2017– )
Episode: Episode #1.2 (2017)

60 min | Comedy

The three women are still on the hunt for the perfect man and a relationship. Actually, at this point it looks like any man would do. None of them wants to remain single. At the same, the ... See full summary »

Director: Seiichi Nagumo | Stars: Yuriko Yoshitaka, Nana Eikura, Yûko Ôshima, Kentarô Sakaguchi

43. Jmenuju Se Martin (2014– )
Episode: Kren (parodie) (2016)

5 min | Comedy, Reality-TV

Add a Plot

Director: Martin Carev | Stars: Martin Carev, Vít Soural

44. Scorpion (2014–2018)
Episode: Nuke Kids on the Block (2017)

TV-PG | 40 min | Action, Crime, Drama

During the decommissioning of an old nuclear missile, the team is exposed to toxic vapor. Paige doesn't want Happy to tag along with her and Walter.

Director: Elodie Keene | Stars: Elyes Gabel, Katharine McPhee, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Jadyn Wong

Votes: 353

45. The Middle (2009–2018)
Episode: Halloween VIII: Orson Murder Mystery (2017)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Family

Frankie and Brick find out that almost 50 years ago a woman died in their bathtub, as they continue to investigate, they find out she was murdered.

Director: Phil Traill | Stars: Patricia Heaton, Neil Flynn, Charlie McDermott, Eden Sher

Votes: 274

46. Heartland (2007– )
Episode: Hearts Run Free (2019)

TV-PG | 44 min | Drama, Family

Amy and Ty plan a romantic trip to Pike River, but Jack tags along to visit an old friend. Tim moves in. Aunt Evelyn is sick and needs Lisa's help. Georgie gets a new coach.

Director: Chris Potter | Stars: Amber Marshall, Graham Wardle, Michelle Morgan, Chris Potter

Votes: 148