Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late night, where he talks with an eclectic mix of guests about what is new and relevant in the worlds of politics, entertainment, business, music, technology, and more. Featuring bandleader Jon Batiste with his band Stay Human, the Emmy Award-nominated show is broadcast from the historic Ed Sullivan Theater. Stephen Colbert, Chris Licht, Tom Purcell, and Jon Stewart are executive producers. Barry Julien and Denise Rehrig serve as co-executive producers.must watch
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (Season 5)
Jim Gaffigan, Ann Curry (Episode 1)
Air date: 2019-09-03
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jim Gaffigan and journalist Ann Curry.
Vice President Joe Biden, Pixies (Episode 2)
Air date: 2019-09-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden and a musical performance by Pixies.
Pete Buttigieg, Graham Norton (Episode 3)
Air date: 2019-09-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg and TV host Graham Norton.
Condoleezza Rice, Bill Skarsgård, Banks (Episode 4)
Air date: 2019-09-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, actor Bill Skarsgård, and a musical performance by BANKS.
Ansel Elgort, Jodi Kantor, Megan Twohey (Episode 5)
Air date: 2019-09-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Ansel Elgort and journalists Jodi Kantor & Megan Twohey.
James McAvoy; Stephen King; Vampire Weekend (Episode 6)
Air date: 2019-09-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor James McAvoy, author Stephen King, and a musical performance by Vampire Weekend.
Jake Tapper, Jon Lovett (Episode 7)
Air date: 2019-09-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Jake Tapper and screenwriter Jon Lovett.
Tom Hiddleston, Marie Osmond (Episode 8)
Air date: 2019-09-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Tom Hiddleston and talk show host Marie Osmond.
Elizabeth Warren, Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland, Susan Olsen (Episode 9)
Air date: 2019-09-17
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and actors Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland & Susan Olsen (“The Brady Bunch”).
Billy Crystal, Thomas Rhett (Episode 10)
Air date: 2019-09-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Billy Crystal and a musical performance by Thomas Rhett.
Taraji P. Henson, Aasif Mandvi, Kevin Camia (Episode 11)
Air date: 2019-09-19
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Taraji P. Henson, actor Aasif Mandvi, and comic Kevin Camia.
The Best of Season 4: The Greatest Season 4 of All Time! (Episode 12)
Air date: 2019-09-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: A recap of the best moments of Season 4.
Paul McCartney (Episode 13)
Air date: 2019-09-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Paul McCartney.
Whoopi Goldberg, Ta-Nehisi Coates (Episode 14)
Air date: 2019-09-24
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes talk show host Whoopi Goldberg and author Ta-Nehisi Coates.
Renée Zellweger, Walton Goggins (Episode 15)
Air date: 2019-09-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Renée Zellweger and actor Walton Goggins.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, Brittany Howard (Episode 16)
Air date: 2019-09-26
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Brittany Howard.
Patricia Heaton, Tegan and Sara (Episode 17)
Air date: 2019-09-27
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Patricia Heaton plus an interview with and musical performance by Tegan & Sara.
Hillary Rodham Clinton, Chelsea Clinton, Wilco (Episode 18)
Air date: 2019-09-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton & daughter Chelsea Clinton and a musical performance by Wilco.
Rachel Maddow, Thom Yorke (Episode 19)
Air date: 2019-10-01
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV host Rachel Maddow and musician Thom Yorke.
Rami Malek, Jill Soloway, Leah Bonnema (Episode 20)
Air date: 2019-10-02
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Rami Malek, TV director Jill Soloway, and comic Leah Bonnema.
Carrie Underwood, Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes (Episode 21)
Air date: 2019-10-03
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Carrie Underwood, filmmaker Kevin Smith, and actor Jason Mewes.
Jon Hamm, Pete Alonso (Episode 22)
Air date: 2019-10-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jon Hamm and professional baseball player Pete Alonso.
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Susan Rice (Episode 23)
Air date: 2019-10-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and former national security adviser Susan Rice.
Will Smith, Andrew Scott (Episode 24)
Air date: 2019-10-08
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Will Smith and actor Andrew Scott.
Jonathan Van Ness, Brett Gelman, Big Thief, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Pete Buttigieg (Episode 25)
Air date: 2019-10-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV personality Jonathan Van Ness, actor Brett Gelman, a musical performance by Big Thief, and special appearances by Democratic presidential hopefuls Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders & Pete Buttigieg.
John Oliver, Amy Sedaris, Paul McCartney, Big Thief (Episode 26)
Air date: 2019-10-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes comic John Oliver, actress Amy Sedaris, singer-songwriter Paul McCartney, and a musical performance by Big Thief.
Julie Andrews, Jonathan Groff, YUNGBLUD ft. Dan Reynolds (Episode 27)
Air date: 2019-10-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Julie Andrews, actor Jonathan Groff, and a musical performance by YUNGBLUD ft. Dan Reynolds.
John Lithgow, Camila Mendes, Julie Andrews (Episode 28)
Air date: 2019-10-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor John Lithgow, actress Camila Mendes, and actress Julie Andrews.
Ronan Farrow, Andrea Savage (Episode 29)
Air date: 2019-10-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Ronan Farrow and actress Andrea Savage.
Steve Carell, Toby Keith (Episode 30)
Air date: 2019-10-24
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Steve Carell and a musical performance by Toby Keith.
Eddie Murphy, Ree Drummond (Episode 31)
Air date: 2019-10-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Eddie Murphy and blogger Ree Drummond.
Queen Latifah, Radhika Jones (Episode 32)
Air date: 2019-10-28
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Queen Latifah, Radhika Jones, and editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair.
Jennifer Aniston, Thomas Middleditch (Episode 33)
Air date: 2019-10-29
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Aniston and actor Thomas Middleditch.
Norman Reedus, Cynthia Erivo, Miranda Lambert (Episode 34)
Air date: 2019-10-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Norman Reedus, actress Cynthia Erivo, and a musical performance by Miranda Lambert.
Nancy Pelosi (Episode 35)
Air date: 2019-10-31
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Conan O'Brien, Rob Corddry (Episode 36)
Air date: 2019-11-01
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, TV host Conan O’Brien, and actor Rob Corddry.
Tim McGraw, Senator Sherrod Brown (Episode 37)
Air date: 2019-11-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes country singer Tim McGraw and Sen Sherrod Brown.
Elizabeth Banks, Amy Klobuchar (Episode 38)
Air date: 2019-11-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Elizabeth Banks and Senator Amy Klobuchar.
Helen Mirren, Ian McKellen, “MasterChef Junior” Contestants (Episode 39)
Air date: 2019-11-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Helen Mirren, actor Ian McKellen, and contestants from the “MasterChef Junior” contest.
John Dickerson, King Princess (Episode 40)
Air date: 2019-11-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist John Dickerson, and a musical performance by King Princess.
Liev Schreiber, Daniel Kaluuya, Cold War Kids (Episode 41)
Air date: 2019-11-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Liev Schreiber, actor Daniel Kaluuya, and a musical performance by Cold War Kids.
Tim Robbins, Nicole Wallace (Episode 42)
Air date: 2019-11-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Tim Robbins and political analyst Nicolle Wallace.
Mark Ruffalo, Andy Cohen, Thom Yorke (Episode 43)
Air date: 2019-11-14
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Mark Ruffalo, TV host Andy Cohen, and a musical performance by Thom Yorke.
David Harbour, Karen Olivo, Aaron Tveit (Episode 44)
Air date: 2019-11-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor David Harbour plus an interview with and musical performance by Karen Olivo & Aaron Tveit.
Adam Driver, The 1975, Jacinda Ardern (Episode 45)
Air date: 2019-11-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Adam Driver, a musical performance by The 1975, a special appearance by New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 1.
Helena Bonham Carter, Lucy Lawless, Bret McKenzie (Episode 46)
Air date: 2019-11-19
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Helena Bonham Carter, a special appearance by actress Lucy Lawless, actor Bret McKenzie, and “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 2.
John Heilemann, Alex Wagner (Episode 47)
Air date: 2019-11-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann and journalist Alex Wagner, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 3.
Kamala Harris, Lady Antebellum (Episode 48)
Air date: 2019-11-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Kamala Harris and a musical performance by Lady Antebellum, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 4.
Daniel Craig, Lena Waithe (Episode 49)
Air date: 2019-11-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Daniel Craig and actress Lena Waithe, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 5.
Robert De Niro, J.J. Abrams (Episode 50)
Air date: 2019-11-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Robert De Niro and filmmaker J.J. Abrams.
Paul Rudd, Adrienne Warren (Episode 51)
Air date: 2019-11-26
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Paul Rudd and actress Adrienne Warren.
LL Cool J, José Andrés (Episode 52)
Air date: 2019-11-27
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor LL Cool J, plus an interview with and a cooking demo by José Andrés.
Eddie Redmayne, Joe Pera, Pharrell Williams (Episode 53)
Air date: 2019-12-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Eddie Redmayne, comedian/actor Joe Pera, and a musical performance by Pharrell Williams.
Scarlett Johansson, The Weeknd (Episode 54)
Air date: 2019-12-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Scarlett Johansson, and a musical performance by The Weeknd.
Pharrell Williams, Chris Parnell, The Weeknd (Episode 55)
Air date: 2019-12-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams, actor Chris Parnell, and a musical performance by The Weeknd.
Saoirse Ronan, Tom Brokaw (Episode 56)
Air date: 2019-12-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Saoirse Ronan and journalist Tom Brokaw.
Ed Harris, Florence Pugh, Jon Batiste (Episode 57)
Air date: 2019-12-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Ed Harris, actress Florence Pugh, and a musical performance by Jon Batiste.
Clive Owen, Samantha Power, Thomas Rhett (Episode 58)
Air date: 2019-12-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Clive Owen, former ambassador to the UN Samantha Power, and a musical performance by Thomas Rhett.
Rep. Adam Schiff (Episode 59)
Air date: 2019-12-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Rep. Adam Schiff.
Mark Harmon, Caitlin Weierhauser (Episode 60)
Air date: 2019-12-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Mark Harmon, a stand-up comedy performance by Caitlin Weierhauser, and a special appearance by the cast of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”
Aaron Paul, Idina Menzel (Episode 61)
Air date: 2019-12-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Aaron Paul and a musical performance by Idina Menzel.
Jamie Foxx (Episode 62)
Air date: 2019-12-17
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jamie Foxx.
Charlize Theron, Martha Stewart (Episode 63)
Air date: 2019-12-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Charlize Theron and television personality Martha Stewart.
Jennifer Hudson, Jonathan Pryce, Sharon Van Etten, Norah Jones (Episode 64)
Air date: 2019-12-19
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Hudson, actor Jonathan Pryce, and a musical performance by Sharon Van Etten ft. Norah Jones.
Jane Fonda, Tan France, Miranda Lambert (Episode 65)
Air date: 2020-01-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Jane Fonda, TV personality Tan France, and a musical performance by Miranda Lambert.
Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Jamie Oliver, Kate Willett (Episode 66)
Air date: 2020-01-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Rose Byrne, actor Bobby Cannavale, chef Jamie Oliver, and a comedy performance by Kate Willett.
Larry David, Pedro Gonzalez (Episode 67)
Air date: 2020-01-08
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Larry David with a comedy performance by Pedro Gonzalez.
Bernie Sanders, Penn Badgley (Episode 68)
Air date: 2020-01-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders and actor Penn Badgley.
Laura Dern, Kesha (Episode 69)
Air date: 2020-01-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Laura Dern plus an interview with and musical performance by Kesha.
Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski, Cast of TINA: The Tina Turner Musical (Episode 70)
Air date: 2020-01-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV hosts Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski and a performance by the cast of “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical.”
Michael Bloomberg (Episode 71)
Air date: 2020-01-14
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg.
Andrew Yang, Abby McEnany (Episode 72)
Air date: 2020-01-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes presidential candidate Andrew Yang and actress Abby McEnany.
Josh Gad, Tamron Hall, Tiana Major9, Earthgang (Episode 73)
Air date: 2020-01-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Josh Gad, journalist Tamron Hall, and a musical performance by Tiana Major9 & Earthgang.
Jim Gaffigan, Tom Steyer (Episode 74)
Air date: 2020-01-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan and American philanthropist Tom Steyer.
Patrick Stewart, Dick Cavett (Episode 75)
Air date: 2020-01-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Patrick Stewart and TV personality Dick Cavett.
John Mulaney (Episode 76)
Air date: 2020-01-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes John Mulaney.
Chris Cuomo, David Alan Grier, Jon Stewart (Episode 77)
Air date: 2020-01-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Cuomo, actor David Alan Grier, and a special appearance from actor Jon Stewart.
Antonio Banderas, Jay Hernandez (Episode 78)
Air date: 2020-01-28
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Antonio Banderas and actor Jay Hernandez, from the CBS drama Magnum P.I.
Steve Martin, Steep Canyon Rangers (Episode 79)
Air date: 2020-01-29
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Steve Martin, and a musical performance by Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers.
Samantha Bee, Michael Stipe, Dana Carvey (Episode 80) 6.0
Air date: 2020-01-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Samantha Bee, singer-songwriter Michael Stipe and a special appearance by comedian Dana Carvey.
Edie Falco, Fortune Feimster, Algiers, the cast of 'Cheer' (Episode 81)
Air date: 2020-01-31
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Edie Falco, comedian Fortune Feimster, a musical performance by Algiers, and a special appearance by Monica Aldama, La’Darius Marshall, Jerry Harris & Gabi Butler from the cast of “Cheer.”
James Taylor, Rob McElhenney, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog (Episode 82)
Air date: 2020-02-03
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter James Taylor, actor Rob McElhenney, and a special appearance by Triumph The Insult Comic Dog.
John Leguizamo, Philip Rucker, Carol Leonnig (Episode 83)
Air date: 2020-02-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor John Leguizamo, reporter Philip Rucker, and journalist Carol Leonnig.
Jim Carrey (Episode 84)
Air date: 2020-02-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jim Carrey.
Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Patton Oswalt (Episode 85)
Air date: 2020-02-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg and actor Patton Oswalt.
James Taylor, Joe Mantegna, Michael Kiwanuka (Episode 86)
Air date: 2020-02-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter James Taylor, actor Joe Mantegna, and a musical performance by Michael Kiwanuka.
John Oliver, Alex Ebert (Episode 87)
Air date: 2020-02-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV host John Oliver and a musical performance by Alex Ebert.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Moses Sumney (Episode 88)
Air date: 2020-02-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus and a musical performance by Moses Sumney.
Will Ferrell (Episode 89)
Air date: 2020-02-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Will Ferrell.
James Marsden, Sam Heughan, John Oliver (Episode 90)
Air date: 2020-02-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor James Marsden, actor Sam Heughan, and a special appearance by John Oliver.
Rahm Emanuel, Hailee Steinfeld (Episode 91)
Air date: 2020-02-24
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and a musical performance by Hailee Steinfeld.
Chris Christie, Nathaniel Rateliff (Episode 92)
Air date: 2020-02-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and a musical performance by Nathaniel Rateliff.
Jason Segel, Charlotte Alter, Elizabeth Warren (Episode 93)
Air date: 2020-02-26
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jason Segel, journalist Charlotte Alter, and Senator Elizabeth Warren.
John Turturro, Charlamagne Tha God, KALEO (Episode 94)
Air date: 2020-02-27
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor John Turturro, radio personality Charlamagne Tha God, and a musical performance by KALEO.
Tyra Banks, Coyote Peterson (Episode 95)
Air date: 2020-02-28
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Tyra Banks and wildlife educator Coyote Peterson.
Ty Burrell, John Heilemann, James Taylor (Episode 96)
Air date: 2020-03-02
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Ty Burrell, journalist John Heilemann, and a musical performance by James Taylor.
Anthony Mackie, Susan Glasser, David Alan Grier (Episode 97)
Air date: 2020-03-03
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Anthony Mackie, journalist Susan Glasser, and actor David Alan Grier.
Chris Hayes, David Chang (Episode 98)
Air date: 2020-03-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Hayes and TV personality David Chang.
Keith Urban, Casey Wilson (Episode 99)
Air date: 2020-03-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Casey Wilson, plus an interview with and a musical performance by Keith Urban.
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Hannah Einbinder, Ty Burrell (Episode 100)
Air date: 2020-03-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, a stand-up comedy performance by Hannah Einbinder, and a special appearance by Ty Burrell.
John Krasinski, Rachael & Vilray (Episode 101)
Air date: 2020-03-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor John Krasinski and a musical performance by Rachael & Vilray.
Charles Barkley, Peter Sarsgaard (Episode 102)
Air date: 2020-03-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former professional basketball player Charles Barkley and actor Peter Sarsgaard.
Hank Azaria, Suzy Nakamura (Episode 103)
Air date: 2020-03-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Hank Azaria and actress Suzy Nakamura.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta (Episode 104)
Air date: 2020-03-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes medical reporter Dr. Sanjay Gupta.
John Oliver (Episode 105)
Air date: 2020-03-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen Colbert from home, with special guest John Oliver.
Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Karl, John Prine (Episode 106)
Air date: 2020-03-31
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Daniel Radcliffe, journalist Jonathan Karl, and a musical performance by John Prine.
Ryan Reynolds, Keith Urban (Episode 107)
Air date: 2020-04-01
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Ryan Reynolds, and a musical performance by Keith Urban.
Nancy Pelosi, Alicia Keys (Episode 108)
Air date: 2020-04-02
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, plus an interview with and musical performance by Alicia Keys.
Lady Gaga, Chance The Rapper, Jim James (Episode 109)
Air date: 2020-04-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes singer Lady Gaga, Chance The Rapper, and a musical performance by Jim James.
Conan O'Brien, Michael Stipe (Episode 110)
Air date: 2020-04-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV host Conan O’Brien and a musical performance by Michael Stipe.
Senator Bernie Sanders, Brandi Carlile (Episode 111)
Air date: 2020-04-08
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical tribute to John Prine by Brandi Carlile.
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Jon Meacham, Dave Matthews (Episode 112)
Air date: 2020-04-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes hosts of “Pod Save America”: Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, & Tommy Vietor, author & presidential historian Jon Meacham, and a musical tribute to John Prine by Dave Matthews.
Matthew McConaughey, Sam Hunt (Episode 113)
Air date: 2020-04-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Matthew McConaughey, and a musical performance by Sam Hunt.
Dr. Jonathan LaPook, Cate Blanchett (Episode 114)
Air date: 2020-04-14
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes CBS News’ chief medical correspondent, Dr. Jonathan LaPook, and actress Cate Blanchett.
Shaquille O'Neal, Jessica Meir, Matt Berninger (Episode 115)
Air date: 2020-04-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes retired basketball player Shaquille O’Neal, astronaut Jessica Meir, and a musical performance by Matt Berninger of the National.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Steve Martin (Episode 116)
Air date: 2020-04-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Phoebe Waller-Bridge and a special appearance by Steve Martin.
Trevor Noah, Willie, Lukas & Micah Nelson (Episode 117)
Air date: 2020-04-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes television host Trevor Noah, and a musical performance by Willie, Lukas & Micah Nelson.
Michael Moore, Brett Eldredge (Episode 118)
Air date: 2020-04-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes filmmaker Michael Moore and a musical performance by Brett Eldredge.
Nathan Lane, José Andrés (Episode 119)
Air date: 2020-04-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Nathan Lane and Chef José Andrés.
Bill Gates, Claire Danes, Mandy Patinkin (Episode 120)
Air date: 2020-04-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes co-founder of Microsoft Corporation Bill Gates, actress Claire Danes, and actor Mandy Patinkin.
John Mulaney, John Fogerty (Episode 121)
Air date: 2020-04-27
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes comedian John Mulaney and a musical performance by John Fogerty.
Jake Gyllenhaal, M. Ward (Episode 122)
Air date: 2020-04-28
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Jake Gyllenhaal, and a musical performance by M. Ward.
Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, Haim (Episode 123)
Air date: 2020-04-29
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, former mayor of South Bend, Ind., and a musical performance by Haim.
Senator Chuck Schumer, Paul Giamatti (Episode 124)
Air date: 2020-04-30
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Chuck Schumer and actor Paul Giamatti.
Thandie Newton, Ina Garten, John Mulaney (Episode 125)
Air date: 2020-05-01
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Thandie Newton, television host Ina Garten, and a special appearance by John Mulaney.
Anderson Cooper, Mark Foster (Episode 126)
Air date: 2020-05-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and a musical performance by Mark Foster.
Stephen King, Sheryl Crow (Episode 127)
Air date: 2020-05-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes author Stephen King and a musical performance by Sheryl Crow.
Robert De Niro, Randy Newman (Episode 128)
Air date: 2020-05-06
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Robert De Niro and a musical performance by Randy Newman.
Governor Andrew Cuomo, Christine and the Queens (Episode 129)
Air date: 2020-05-07
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and a musical performance by Christine & the Queens.
Jake Tapper, Tame Impala (Episode 130)
Air date: 2020-05-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Jake Tapper and a musical performance by Tame Impala.
Christine Baranski, Ellie Kemper (Episode 131)
Air date: 2020-05-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Christine Baranski and actress Ellie Kemper.
Hugh Laurie, Benjamin Gibbard (Episode 132)
Air date: 2020-05-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Hugh Laurie and a musical performance by Benjamin Gibbard.
John Lithgow, Alison Roman (Episode 133)
Air date: 2020-05-14
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor John Lithgow and author Alison Roman.
Kumail Nanjiani, Andra Day, Elmo (Episode 134)
Air date: 2020-05-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Kumail Nanjiani, a musical performance by Andra Day, and a special appearance by Elmo.
Gayle King, Amy Sedaris (Episode 135)
Air date: 2020-05-19
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes TV host Gayle King and actress Amy Sedaris.
Steve Carell, Wilco, Nick Kroll (Episode 136)
Air date: 2020-05-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Steve Carell, and a musical performance by Wilco, plus a special appearance by Nick Kroll.
Vice President Joe Biden (Episode 137)
Air date: 2020-05-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Vice President Joe Biden.
Killer Mike, Chris Hayes (Episode 138)
Air date: 2020-06-01
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes rapper Killer Mike and political commentator Chris Hayes.
Keegan-Michael Key, Wes Moore (Episode 139)
Air date: 2020-06-02
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Keegan-Michael Key and author Wes Moore.
Charlamagne Tha God, Tunde Adebimpe (Episode 140)
Air date: 2020-06-03
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes radio personality Charlamagne Tha God and a musical performance by Tunde Adebimpe of TV on the Radio.
Cory Booker, Brian Wilson (Episode 141)
Air date: 2020-06-04
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Cory Booker and a musical performance by Brian Wilson.
Karen Bass, Andrew Ross Sorkin, Grace Potter (Episode 142)
Air date: 2020-06-05
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Rep. Karen Bass, journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin, and a musical performance by Grace Potter with Jackson Browne, Marcus King & Lucius.
Chris Wallace, Emmanuel Acho (Episode 143)
Air date: 2020-06-09
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes news anchor Chris Wallace, and sports analyst and former NFL athlete Emmanuel Acho.
Stacey Abrams, Megan Rapinoe, The Flaming Lips (Episode 144)
Air date: 2020-06-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes politician Stacey Abrams, professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe, and a performance by The Flaming Lips.
Wesley Lowery, Judd Apatow (Episode 145)
Air date: 2020-06-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Wesley Lowery and filmmaker Judd Apatow.
John Dickerson, Black Pumas (Episode 146)
Air date: 2020-06-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist John Dickerson and a musical performance by Black Pumas.
Hasan Minhaj, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit (Episode 147)
Air date: 2020-06-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes comedian Hasan Minhaj and a musical performance by Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit.
Sen. Kamala Harris, Milky Chance & Jack Johnson (Episode 148)
Air date: 2020-06-17
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Kamala Harris and a musical performance by Milky Chance & Jack Johnson.
Sherrilyn Ifill, Mike Birbiglia (Episode 149)
Air date: 2020-06-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes sherrilyn Ifill, President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and comic Mike Birbiglia.
James Corden, Laura Benanti, Bright Eyes (Episode 150)
Air date: 2020-06-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes talk show host James Corden, actress Laura Benanti, and a musical performance by Bright Eyes.
John Bolton (Episode 151)
Air date: 2020-06-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former national security advisor John Bolton.
Jon Stewart (Episode 152)
Air date: 2020-06-24
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes comic Jon Stewart.
Ibram X. Kendi, Patton Oswalt (Episode 153)
Air date: 2020-06-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes author Ibram X. Kendi and comedian Patton Oswalt.
Norah O'Donnell, IDK (Episode 154)
Air date: 2020-07-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist Norah O’Donnell and a musical performance by IDK.
Tom Hanks (Episode 155)
Air date: 2020-07-14
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Tom Hanks.
Ricky Gervais, Noah Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus (Episode 156)
Air date: 2020-07-15
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actor Ricky Gervais and a musical performance by Noah Cyrus & Billy Ray Cyrus.
W. Kamau Bell, The Chicks (Episode 157)
Air date: 2020-07-16
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes television host W. Kamau Bell, and a musical performance by The Chicks.
Andy Cohen, Phoebe Bridgers (Episode 158)
Air date: 2020-07-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes talk show host Andy Cohen and a musical performance by Phoebe Bridgers.
Greta Thunberg, Keegan-Michael Key (Episode 159)
Air date: 2020-07-21
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes activist Greta Thunberg and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
Mary Trump (Episode 160)
Air date: 2020-07-22
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes psychologist Mary Trump.
Ava DuVernay, Kristen Bell, Ben Folds (Episode 161)
Air date: 2020-07-23
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes filmmaker Ava DuVernay, actress Kristen Bell, and a musical performance by Ben Folds.
Dr. Jon LaPook , Maroon 5 (Episode 162)
Air date: 2020-08-10
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Dr. Jon LaPook and a musical performance by Maroon 5.
Laura Linney (Episode 163)
Air date: 2020-08-11
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes actress Laura Linney.
April Ryan, Jason Sudeikis (Episode 164)
Air date: 2020-08-12
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes journalist April Ryan and actor Jason Sudeikis.
Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Baby Rose (Episode 165)
Air date: 2020-08-13
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes political advisor Mark McKinnon, and journalist Alex Wagner. Plus a musical performance by Baby Rose.
Susan Rice, Sheryl Crow (Episode 166)
Air date: 2020-08-17
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former National Security Advisor Susan Rice and a musical performance by Sheryl Crow.
Elizabeth Warren, Regina Spektor (Episode 167)
Air date: 2020-08-18
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and a musical performance by Regina Spektor.
Bernie Sanders, Jon Batiste, Nathaniel Rateliff (Episode 168)
Air date: 2020-08-19
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Jon Batiste & Nathaniel Rateliff.
Hillary Rodham Clinton, The Killers (Episode 169)
Air date: 2020-08-20
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and a musical performance by The Killers.
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Tim McGraw, Laura Benanti (Episode 170)
Air date: 2020-08-24
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Hosts of “Pod Save America”: Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor, a musical performance by Tim McGraw, and a special appearance by actress Laura Benanti.
Trey Gowdy, Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter (Episode 171)
Air date: 2020-08-25
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Congressman Trey Gowdy, actor Keanu Reeves, and actor Alex Winter.
Nancy Pelosi, Lucinda Williams (Episode 172)
Air date: 2020-08-26
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and a musical performance by Lucinda Williams.
Governor Chris Christie, Gregory Porter (Episode 173)
Air date: 2020-08-27
Runtime: 45 min
Overview: Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and a musical performance by Gregory Porter.
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