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Movie poster: The Late Show (1977)
🎬 Movie

The Late Show

1977 · 93 min Mystery Crime Comedy
⭐ 6.3 / 10 · TMDB

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.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1977
Country United States of America
Genre Mystery, Crime, Comedy
Director Robert Benton
Runtime 93 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (64 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't try to be funnier than it is — and that's its honesty. The humor grows from situations and characters, not from pre-written jokes.

The film does exactly what it was made for: gives you a break. No pretensions to more, but honest and without dead spots.

A solid choice for company. Works alone too, but funnier together.

Director: Robert Benton

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: After a long day when you need simple joy. Better with company — laughing is more fun together.

🎭 Cast

Art Carney

Art Carney

Ira Wells
Lily Tomlin

Lily Tomlin

Margo
Bill Macy

Bill Macy

Charlie Hatter
Eugene Roche

Eugene Roche

Ron Birdwell
Joanna Cassidy

Joanna Cassidy

Laura Birdwell
John Considine

John Considine

Lamar
Ruth Nelson

Ruth Nelson

Mrs. Schmidt
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John Davey

Sergeant Dayton
Howard Duff

Howard Duff

Harry Regan
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Ray Pourchot

Theatre Patron (uncredited)

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