The Late Show
1977, English. Directed by Robert Benton.
The nicest movie you'll ever see about murder and blackmail.
An over-the-hill gumshoe in Los Angeles seeks to avenge the killing of an old pal, another detective who was involved in a case concerning a murdered broad, stolen stamps, a nickel-plated handgun, a cheating dolly, and a kidnapped pussycat.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Late Show
The Late Show isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert BentonDirector
- Art CarneyIra Wells
- Lily TomlinMargo
- Bill MacyCharlie Hatter
- Eugene RocheRon Birdwell
- Joanna CassidyLaura Birdwell
- John ConsidineLamar
- Ruth NelsonMrs. Schmidt
- John DaveySergeant Dayton
- Howard DuffHarry Regan
- Ray PourchotTheatre Patron (uncredited)
- Linn ZuckermanHippie Gardener (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 10 February 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Benton
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The Late Show: quick answers
Is The Late Show worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Late Show?
The Late Show runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Late Show have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Late Show. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Late Show parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Late Show is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Late Show on?
The Late Show isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Late Show?
If you liked The Late Show, try Knives Out, Who's Harry Crumb?, The Cheap Detective.
Who directed The Late Show?
The Late Show (1977) was directed by Robert Benton and stars Art Carney, Lily Tomlin, Bill Macy.