The Late Show

The nicest movie you'll ever see about murder and blackmail.

19771h 33m6.3(69 votes)

MysteryCrimeComedyThriller

Synopsis

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.

The Late Show (1977) is a mystery, crime, comedy, and thriller film directed by Robert Benton. It stars Art Carney, Lily Tomlin, and Bill Macy. The film runs for 1 hour 33 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.3 out of 10 from 69 votes.

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Director

Robert Benton

Cast

Art Carney

Ira Wells

Lily Tomlin

Margo

Bill Macy

Charlie Hatter

Eugene Roche

Ron Birdwell

Joanna Cassidy

Laura Birdwell

John Considine

Lamar

Ruth Nelson

Mrs. Schmidt

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Is The Late Show Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of mystery, crime, comedy, and thriller, The Late Show is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Late Show

Where can I watch The Late Show?

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Who stars in The Late Show?

The Late Show stars Art Carney, Lily Tomlin, Bill Macy, and Eugene Roche, and was directed by Robert Benton.

How long is The Late Show?

The Late Show has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes.

When did The Late Show come out?

The Late Show was released in 1977.

What genre is The Late Show?

The Late Show is a mystery, crime, comedy, and thriller film.

Is The Late Show worth watching?

The Late Show holds an average audience score of 6.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.