Too Late Blues
1961, English. Directed by John Cassavetes.
The Bold Story Of A Man Caught Between Two Strange Loves!
Ghost is an ideological musician and leader of a jazz band who would rather play his blues in the park to the birds than compromise himself. His peripatetic performances lead him to cross paths with a singer, while his masculinity is thrown into question following a violent brawl.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Too Late Blues isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- John CassavetesDirector
- Bobby DarinJohn 'Ghost' Wakefield
- Stella StevensJess Polanski
- Everett ChambersBenny Flowers
- Nick DennisNick Bubalinas
- Vince EdwardsTommy Sheehan
- Val AveryMilt Frielobe
- Marilyn ClarkCountess
- James JoyceReno Vitelli
- Rupert CrosseBaby Jackson
- Mario GalloRecording Engineer
- Alan HopkinsSkipper Camez
- Cliff CarnellCharlie
Details
- Released
- 1 November 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Cassavetes, Richard Carr
- Budget
- $375K
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Too Late Blues: quick answers
Is Too Late Blues worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Too Late Blues?
Too Late Blues runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Too Late Blues have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Too Late Blues. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Too Late Blues parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Too Late Blues is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Too Late Blues on?
Too Late Blues isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Too Late Blues?
If you liked Too Late Blues, try Honeydripper, Take the Lead, Beyond the Sea.
Who directed Too Late Blues?
Too Late Blues (1961) was directed by John Cassavetes and stars Bobby Darin, Stella Stevens, Everett Chambers.