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Late Night (2019)

โ€œThey're giving comedy a rewrite.โ€

6.4/10 ยท 902 votes 1h 42m r ComedyDrama

#210 of 296 films from 2019 #1729 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Nisha Ganatra ยท Written by Mindy Kaling

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Overview

A legendary late-night talk show host's world is turned upside down when she hires her only female staff writer. Originally intended to smooth over diversity concerns, her decision has unexpectedly hilarious consequences as the two women separated by culture and generation are united by their love of a biting punchline.

Cast

Emma Thompsonas Katherine Newbury
Mindy Kalingas Molly Patel
Max Casellaas Burditt
Hugh Dancyas Charlie Fain
Denis O'Hareas Brad
Reid Scottas Tom Campbell
Amy Ryanas Caroline Morton
Paul Walter Hauseras Mancuso
John Earlyas Reynolds
John Lithgowas Walter Lovell
Megalyn Echikunwokeas Robin
Ike Barinholtzas Daniel Tennant
Annaleigh Ashfordas Mimi Mismatch
Halston Sageas Zoe Martlin

Facts

Release dateJanuary 25, 2019
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) โ€” about the same as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$4,000,000
Box office$22,384,741 (5.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt6107548

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Questions

How long is Late Night?
Late Night runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is Late Night worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 902 votes, which places it #210 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 29%) and #1729 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Late Night?
Late Night was directed by Nisha Ganatra. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Freakier Friday (2025).
Who stars in Late Night?
Emma Thompson as Katherine Newbury; Mindy Kaling as Molly Patel; Max Casella as Burditt; Hugh Dancy as Charlie Fain; Denis O'Hare as Brad; Reid Scott as Tom Campbell.
What is Late Night rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Late Night?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/27216.

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