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Last Call (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Last Call is a 2021 comedy directed by Paolo Pilladi, starring Jeremy Piven as Mick, Bruce Dern and Jamie Kennedy. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes and earned $264,961 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 4.1/10.

IMDb rating
4.1/10
worldwide gross
$265K
Echo Score
27
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Last Call (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 42m (102 min)
Director
Paolo Pilladi
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Last Call About?

The premise of Last Call without spoilers.

Returning home for a funeral, successful developer Mick is unexpectedly pulled back to his close-knit Philadelphia Irish neighborhood. He reconnects with old friends and childhood crushes, confronting his past and the quirky charm he left behind. Torn between his career ambitions and the importance of family legacy, Mick must navigate the complexities of his roots while battling self-doubt and the playful ribbing of those who know him best.

Last Call Themes & Keywords

· 17 tags
  • estate
  • darby heights pennsylvania
  • year 1987
  • co written by director
  • bocce
  • bar fight
  • gay slur
  • bar
  • reference to kenny g
  • beach
  • jersey shore
  • hot tub
+5 more
  • rubber ducky
  • twins
  • scene during end credits
  • vhs tape
  • death of mother
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Cast & crew

Last Call Cast & Characters

Jeremy Piven leads the cast as Mick, with Bruce Dern as Coach and Jamie Kennedy as Whitey. Directed by Paolo Pilladi; 11 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Last Call

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Ratings

Last Call Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Last Call 4.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 27/100, strongest in sensory experience (35) and weakest in story & flow (20).

27 /100

Last Call Echo Score Breakdown

The consensus paints Last Call as a film that falls short across multiple dimensions, most notably in narrative coherence and character engagement. Viewers repeatedly cite a lack of genuine plot development and emotional resonance, often describing scenes as disjointed or superficial. While occasional mentions praise the casting and period atmosphere, these are overwhelmed by criticisms of uninspired direction and uneven execution. Ultimately, the film struggles to deliver a cohesive or compelling experience, leaving a largely negative overall impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film struggles with uninspired direction and repetitive visual choices. Many reviews noted the lack of cohesive production design, with repeated scenes feeling redundant and little evidence of thoughtful cinematography. Despite occasional praise for capturing a period atmosphere, the visual execution often appears flat and indistinct. Overall, the art and craft fail to elevate the material beyond routine presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    When it comes to character and emotion, most responses highlight shallow development and limited chemistry among leads. Observers pointed out implausible relationships and an absence of emotional depth, noting that key interactions felt unmotivated. A few comments recognized capable performances from the principal cast, but these are overshadowed by the overall inability to establish engaging and authentic characters. Consequently, the film’s emotional core remains weak.

  • Story & Flow 20

    In terms of story and flow, reviews overwhelmingly lament a lack of coherent plotting and inert pacing. Many observers found the narrative disjointed and felt key developments never materialized, describing the storyline as both predictable and undercooked. A handful of viewers appreciated occasional humor and the setting’s nostalgic potential, yet these elements fail to compensate for the pervasive sense of narrative stasis. The story leaves little lasting engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    Regarding sensory experience, feedback reports minimal impact from the film’s music and sound design, with the soundtrack seldom noted beyond passable ambiance. Visual style drew mixed reactions: some praised the period details, while others cited uninspired composition and a lack of visual cohesion. Lighting and color choices are described as serviceable but undistinguished, leaving the sensory elements feeling utilitarian rather than immersive.

  • Rewatch Factor 25

    When considering rewatch factor, responses indicate limited appeal for repeated viewing. The film’s uneven storytelling and shallow character work offer scant new insights on subsequent viewings, and most viewers expressed reluctance to revisit the material. A small segment valued its nostalgic setting as a minor incentive, but this sentiment is insufficient to counterbalance the general lack of enduring interest. The rewatch potential remains low.

Box office

Last Call Box Office

Last Call grossed $264,961 worldwide. $48,144 came from the US and Canada and $216,817 (82%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$265K

US & Canada
$48.1K
International
$216.8K
US & Canada 18% Rest of the world 82%
Videos

Last Call Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Last Call.

Last Call - Official Trailer | HD | IFC Films
Details

Last Call Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Crabs in a Bucket” and “最后一轮”.

Also known as
  • Crabs in a Bucket
  • 最后一轮
  • 라스트 콜
  • O Retorno
  • משקה אחרון
  • Stara wiara
  • Последний звонок

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FAQ

Last Call FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Last Call, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Last Call?

Last Call runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

When was Last Call released?

Last Call was released on March 19, 2021.

Who directed Last Call?

Last Call was directed by Paolo Pilladi.

Who is in the cast of Last Call?

Last Call stars Jeremy Piven as Mick, Bruce Dern as Coach and Jamie Kennedy as Whitey, among 11 credited actors.

How much did Last Call make at the box office?

Last Call grossed $264,961 worldwide ($48,144 domestic, $216,817 international).

How is Last Call rated?

Last Call has 4.1/10 on IMDb, 51% on TMDB, 2.7/5 on Letterboxd and 2.8/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Last Call have a post-credit scene?

No. Last Call has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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