The Last Word
2017, English. Directed by Mark Pellington.
An unexpected friendship that began at the end.
A retired businesswoman – who tries to control everything around her – decides to write her own obituary. A young journalist takes up the task of finding out the truth, and the result is a life-altering friendship.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 380 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Last Word
The Last Word is streaming on Netflix and Hulu in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mark PellingtonDirector
- Shirley MacLaineHarriet Lauler
- Amanda SeyfriedAnne Sherman
- Anne HecheElizabeth
- Thomas SadoskiRobin Sands
- Philip Baker HallEdward
- Adina PorterBree Wilson
- Sarah BakerZoe
- Tom Everett ScottRonald Odom
- Gedde WatanabeLouie the gardener
- Joel MurrayJoe Mueller
- Marshall BellEdward
- Steven CulpSam Serman
Details
- Released
- 3 March 2017
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stuart Ross Fink
- Box office
- $1.8M
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The Last Word: quick answers
Is The Last Word worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 380 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Last Word?
The Last Word runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The Last Word have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Last Word. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Last Word parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Last Word is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Last Word on?
The Last Word is streaming on Netflix and Hulu in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Last Word?
If you liked The Last Word, try A Man Called Otto, The Friend, American Graffiti.
Who directed The Last Word?
The Last Word (2017) was directed by Mark Pellington and stars Shirley MacLaine, Amanda Seyfried, Anne Heche.