It's Never Too Late (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1956, It's Never Too Late is a fantasy, drama and mystery film directed by Michael McCarthy, running about 96 minutes. “Pandemonium Was Her Inspiration!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a sedate wife and mother decides her family takes her for granted, she pens a movie script -- and it becomes a hit film. Suddenly faced with instant celebrity, she must choose between being a highly paid author and a middle-class housewife.
Who’s in it. It's Never Too Late stars Phyllis Calvert as Laura Hammond, Patrick Barr as Charles Hammond, Susan Stephen as Tessa Hammond and Guy Rolfe as Stephen Hodgson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, It's Never Too Late has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $91 at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It's Never Too Late page.
If you liked it. Fans of It's Never Too Late tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It's Never Too Late (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It's Never Too Late change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It's Never Too Late worth watching?
- It's Never Too Late holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in It's Never Too Late?
- It's Never Too Late stars Phyllis Calvert, Patrick Barr, Susan Stephen, Guy Rolfe and Jean Taylor Smith.
- When was It's Never Too Late released?
- It's Never Too Late was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.