: In 2025, the number of female leads in top-grossing films hit a seven-year low. Only 39 of the top 100 films featured a female lead or co-lead, down from a historic high of 55 in 2024.
This report examines the status of mature women (typically defined as age 40+) in the entertainment and cinema industry as of 2026 . While iconic stars continue to achieve high-profile recognition, recent data from organizations like the Geena Davis Institute and USC Annenberg highlight persistent structural barriers and a recent decline in overall representation. Current Representation on Screen lisa ann milf it big
: Data shows that when women hold key behind-the-scenes roles (like director or producer), the representation of women on screen increases significantly. For instance, on films with at least one woman director, women accounted for 71% of writers. : In 2025, the number of female leads