The Late Shift
David Letterman vies with Jay Leno and his manager to succeed Johnny Carson, retiring from "The Tonight Show."
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max.
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Frequently asked questions about The Late Shift
Where can I watch The Late Shift in the United States?
The Late Shift is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Late Shift on HBO Max?
Yes. The Late Shift is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch The Late Shift for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Late Shift needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Late Shift?
The Late Shift scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Late Shift?
The Late Shift stars John Michael Higgins, Daniel Roebuck, Kathy Bates, Bob Balaban, and Ed Begley Jr.. Betty Thomas is the director.
How long is The Late Shift?
The Late Shift runs 1h 35m (95 minutes).
When did The Late Shift come out?
The Late Shift was released on February 24, 1996.
Which studio made The Late Shift?
The Late Shift was produced by Northern Lights Entertainment and HBO Films in the United States.
What was the budget for The Late Shift?
The Late Shift was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.