---
title: "The Late Bloomer"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-late-bloomer-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 413471
imdb_id: "tt1588878"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 364
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Late Bloomer (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-late-bloomer-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Source [1]: Title: The Late Bloomer (2016). Release Date: 10/07/2016 (US). Genres: Comedy, Drama, and Romance. Runtime: 1h 30m.
Source [2]: Type: American romantic comedy-drama film. Director: Kevin Pollak. Writers: Gary Rosen, Joe Nussbaum, Paul A. Kaplan & Mark Torgove, and Kyle Cooper & Austyn Jeffs.
Source [4] / [1] Synopsis: A sex therapist goes through puberty after the successful removal of a benign tumor resting against his pituitary gland. He experiences all the changes and effects of puberty over a three-week period.
Source [5]: Premise involves a 30-year-old who acts like a 15-year-old.
Title: The Late Bloomer
Year: 2016
Genre

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Rakuten TV, Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kevin Pollak
- **Networks / Studios**: Ineffable Pictures, Millennium Media, Eclectic Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Johnny Simmons** as *Dr. Peter Newmans*
- **Brittany Snow** as *Michelle*
- **J.K. Simmons** as *James Newmans*
- **Jane Lynch** as *Caroline*
- **Maria Bello** as *Brenda Newmans*
- **Beck Bennett** as *Luke*
- **Kumail Nanjiani** as *Rich*
- **Paul Wesley** as *Charlie*
- **Charlotte McKinney** as *Attractive Woman*
- **Ken Marino** as *Mr. Hanson*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Late Bloomer online?
The Late Bloomer is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Late Bloomer worth watching?
The Late Bloomer holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 364 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Late Bloomer and when was it released?
The Late Bloomer is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2016. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Late Bloomer?
The Late Bloomer was directed by Kevin Pollak.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Late Bloomer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/413471)
- [The Late Bloomer - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Late_Bloomer)
- [The Late Bloomer (2016) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1588878/fullcredits/cast)
- [The Late Bloomer (2016) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/413471-the-late-bloomer/cast)
- [The Late Bloomer (2016)](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
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