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The Late Shift

The Late Shift

Two heads fighting for the late night crown - One head's gotta roll.

David Letterman vies with Jay Leno and his manager to succeed Johnny Carson, retiring from "The Tonight Show."

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Late Shift
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1996-02-24
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 6.375/10 (60 votes)
  • Budget: $6,000,000
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Northern Lights Entertainment, HBO
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 5.4316
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

John Michael Higgins

John Michael Higgins

as David Letterman

Daniel Roebuck

Daniel Roebuck

as Jay Leno

Kathy Bates

Kathy Bates

as Helen Kushnick

Bob Balaban

Bob Balaban

as Warren Littlefield

Ed Begley Jr.

Ed Begley Jr.

as Rod Perth

Peter Jurasik

Peter Jurasik

as Howard Stringer

Reni Santoni

Reni Santoni

as John Agoglia

John Kapelos

John Kapelos

as Robert Morton

Steven Gilborn

Steven Gilborn

as Peter Lassally

John Getz

John Getz

as Brandon Tartikoff

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Late Shift Trailer 1995

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Late Shift?

The Late Shift is a Comedy, Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1996-02-24.

Who are the main actors in The Late Shift?

The main cast includes John Michael Higgins, Daniel Roebuck, Kathy Bates, Bob Balaban, Ed Begley Jr., .

Where can I watch The Late Shift online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Late Shift is available.

Is The Late Shift based on a true story?

Two heads fighting for the late night crown - One head's gotta roll.

What is the IMDb rating of The Late Shift?

The Late Shift has an IMDb rating of 6.375/10 based on 60 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Late Shift?

The movie had a production budget of $6,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Late Shift?

The soundtrack was composed by Northern Lights Entertainment, HBO. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Late Shift filmed?

The Late Shift was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Late Shift?

The total runtime of The Late Shift is 95 minutes.

Is The Late Shift suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Late Shift?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Late Shift.

Does The Late Shift have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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