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The Late Shift

R1h 35m1996Betty Thomas
IMDb: 6.7/10
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"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."

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Talk ShowLate NightWoman Director

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Late Shift (1996) about?

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

Who stars in The Late Shift?

The Late Shift stars John Michael Higgins (David Letterman), Daniel Roebuck (Jay Leno), Kathy Bates (Helen Kushnick), Bob Balaban (Warren Littlefield), Ed Begley Jr. (Rod Perth). The film was directed by Betty Thomas.

How long is The Late Shift?

The Late Shift has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1996. It is rated R.

Is The Late Shift worth watching?

The Late Shift holds an IMDb rating of 6.7/10. Fans of Comedy, Drama, TV Movie are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Late Shift?

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