The "mature" demographic is also the driving force behind many of the most successful production companies today: Reese Witherspoon
Male characters 50+ outnumber females 4 to 1 in films; older women are often cast as villains. Geena Davis Institute
Despite the progress, the industry still faces a "gray gap."
: Broadcast and streaming platforms have shown a modest increase in the share of female characters over 50, reflecting a potential long-term shift toward positive change. Icons Leading the Charge