Stephen Colbert hosted, executive produced, and wrote The Late Show, which premiered on September 8, 2015, and aired five nights a week from the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York.
1. 10/2/23 (Neil deGrasse Tyson, Louis Cato)
Aired: Oct 2, 2023Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and musician Louis Cato join Stephen for a...
2. 10/3/23 (John Oliver, boygenius)
Aired: Oct 3, 2023Stephen Colbert welcomes TV host John Oliver and boygenius, a critically accl...
3. 10/4/23 (Anderson Cooper, Japanese Breakfast)
Aired: Oct 4, 2023Acclaimed journalist Anderson Cooper will join Stephen in the next episode, b...
4. 10/5/23 (Bob Odenkirk, Fortune Feimster)
Aired: Oct 5, 2023The next episode of the show features a lively discussion between host Stephe...
5. 10/9/23 (Arnold Schwarzenegger, Metric)
Aired: Oct 9, 2023Stephen Colbert interviews Hollywood legend Arnold Schwarzenegger in the next...
6. 10/10/23 (Kerry Washington, Maxwell Frost)
Aired: Oct 10, 2023Kerry Washington, a talented actress, and US Representative Maxwell Frost, a ...
7. 10/11/23 (John Fetterman, Melissa Villasenor)
Aired: Oct 11, 2023In the next episode, Senator John Fetterman and actress Melissa Villaseñor en...
8. 10/12/23 (John Mulaney, Darius Rucker)
Aired: Oct 12, 2023Stephen Colbert hosts an unforgettable episode, joined by hilarious comedian ...
9. 10/16/23 (Jada Pinkett Smith, Ricky Velez)
Aired: Oct 16, 2023Stephen Colbert will be joined by talented actress Jada Pinkett Smith and hil...
10. 10/23/23 (Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, Arlo Parks)
Aired: Oct 23, 2023The next episode of the show features a star-studded lineup, as Stephen Colbe...
11. 10/24/23 (Jim Gaffigan, Caroline Polachek)
Aired: Oct 24, 2023Next episode, renowned comedian Jim Gaffigan brings his witty humor and relat...
12. 10/25/23 (Talking Heads, Mae Martin)
Aired: Oct 25, 2023The next episode features an exciting lineup, as Stephen Colbert welcomes the...
13. 10/26/23 (Keegan-Michael Key, Elle Key, John Carpenter)
Aired: Oct 26, 2023Stephen Colbert's next episode will feature a dynamic trio of guests: Keegan-...
14. 10/30/23 (Henry Winkler, Melissa Etheridge)
Aired: Oct 30, 2023Talented actor and celebrated singer-songwriter join forces on The Late Show ...
15. 10/31/23 (John Dickerson, Alex Newell)
Aired: Oct 31, 2023Next episode, Stephen engages in a stimulating discussion with journalist Joh...
16. 11/1/23 (Adam Kinzinger, Willie Nelson)
Aired: Nov 1, 2023In the next episode, Stephen Colbert will be joined by Adam Kinzinger, a seas...
17. 11/2/23 (Pete Buttigieg, Willie Nelson)
Aired: Nov 2, 2023Pete Buttigieg, the US Transportation Secretary, and iconic musician Willie N...
18. 11/13/23 (Barbra Streisand)
Aired: Nov 13, 2023Stephen Colbert's next guest is the legendary Barbra Streisand.
19. 11/14/23 (Rachel Maddow, Gracie Abrams)
Aired: Nov 14, 2023Stephen's upcoming episode features a special guest, Rachel Maddow, a promine...
20. 11/15/23 (Paul Giamatti, Tom Blyth)
Aired: Nov 15, 2023In the next episode, actor Paul Giamatti and Tom Blyth join Stephen Colbert f...
21. 11/16/23 (Jonathan Karl, Maria Bamford)
Aired: Nov 16, 2023Stephen Colbert's next episode features a dynamic duo of guests. He'll be con...
22. 11/20/23 (David Letterman, The National)
Aired: Nov 20, 2023Television host David Letterman joins forces with acclaimed indie rock band T...
23. 11/21/23 (Bradley Cooper, José Andrés)
Aired: Nov 21, 2023Acclaimed actor Bradley Cooper and renowned chef José Andrés will join Stephe...
24. 11/22/23 (Peter Dinklage, Tig Notaro)
Aired: Nov 22, 2023Peter Dinklage and Tig Notaro guest star in an unforgettable episode.
25. 12/11/23 (Liz Cheney, Olivia Rodrigo)
Aired: Dec 11, 2023Stephen Colbert engages in a thought-provoking conversation with former Repre...
26. 12/12/23 (Taraji P. Henson, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit)
Aired: Dec 12, 2023Actress Taraji P. Henson makes a special guest appearance, and Jason Isbell a...
27. 12/13/24 (Jason Momoa, Robert Smigel)
Aired: Dec 13, 2023Conan O'Brien welcomes Jason Momoa and Robert Smigel for a side-splitting and...
28. 12/14/23 (Greta Gerwig, Andrew Scott)
Aired: Dec 14, 2023Acclaimed director Greta Gerwig and talented actor Andrew Scott join Stephen ...
29. 12/18/23 (Kenan Thompson, Olivia Rodrigo, Evie Colbert)
Aired: Dec 18, 2023Stephen's next episode features Kenan Thompson as a guest, a musical performa...
30. 12/19/23 (Adam Driver, Jon Batiste)
Aired: Dec 19, 2023Actor Adam Driver engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Stephen Co...
31. 12/20/23 (Nicki Minaj, Liam Neeson)
Aired: Dec 20, 2023Renowned rapper Nicki Minaj joins Stephen Colbert as a special guest, and a h...
32. 12/21/23 (Anderson Cooper, Andy Cohen)
Aired: Dec 21, 2023The next episode of The Late Show will showcase a spirited conversation with ...
33. 1/8/24 (Barbra Streisand, Taylor Tomlinson)
Aired: Jan 8, 2024Taylor Tomlinson, a comedian and TV host, brings her humor to the show, chatt...
34. 1/9/24 (Gayle King, Charles Barkley, Ebon Moss-Bachrach)
Aired: Jan 9, 2024Stephen welcomes a renowned journalist, a legendary NBA player, and a skilled...
35. 1/10/24 (America Ferrera, Reneé Rapp)
Aired: Jan 10, 2024Stephen Colbert's next episode features a dynamic duo: America Ferrera, a tal...
36. 1/11/24 (Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo)
Aired: Jan 11, 2024Talented actress Emily Blunt and acclaimed actor Colman Domingo will join Ste...
37. 1/16/24 (Nicki Minaj, Jeff Tweedy, Daniel Caesar, Taylor Tomlinson)
Aired: Jan 16, 2024Acclaimed musician Jeff Tweedy joins Stephen for a lively conversation, and t...
38. 1/17/24 (Clive Owen, Juno Temple, The Last Dinner Party)
Aired: Jan 17, 2024Stephen's next episode boasts a star-studded lineup, featuring Clive Owen and...
39. 1/18/24 (Common, Steven Wright)
Aired: Jan 18, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by acclaimed rapper Common and comedian Steven...
40. 1/22/24 (Trevor Noah, Ruby Bridges)
Aired: Jan 22, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by Trevor Noah, a comedian with sharp wit and ...
41. 1/23/24 (André 3000, Jelani Cobb)
Aired: Jan 23, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by André 3000 and Jelani Cobb in the next epis...
42. 1/24/24 (Austin Butler, Kingsley Ben-Adir)
Aired: Jan 24, 2024Actor Austin Butler and Kingsley Ben-Adir sit down with Stephen for a captiva...
43. 1/25/24 (Martin Scorsese, Future Islands)
Aired: Jan 25, 2024Martin Scorsese stops by The Late Show to chat with Stephen Colbert, and the ...
44. 1/29/24 (Bryan Cranston, Michele Norris)
Aired: Jan 29, 2024Bryan Cranston and Michele Norris engage in a lively discussion with Stephen,...
45. 1/30/24 (Emma Stone, Jaime Harrison)
Aired: Jan 30, 2024Acclaimed actress Emma Stone will join Stephen Colbert for a lively conversat...
46. 1/31/24 (Demi Moore, Paul Walter Hauser)
Aired: Jan 31, 2024Stephen Colbert's upcoming episode features a dynamic duo of guests: Demi Moo...
47. 2/1/24 (John Cena, Kwame Alexander, Asake)
Aired: Feb 1, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by actor John Cena, renowned writer Kwame Alex...
48. 2/5/24 (Elizabeth Warren, Usama Siddiquee)
Aired: Feb 5, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by Senator Elizabeth Warren and comedian Usama...
49. 2/6/24 (Joy-Ann Reid, A'ja Wilson)
Aired: Feb 6, 2024In the next episode, Stephen Colbert sits down with a renowned journalist and...
50. 2/7/24 (Christopher Nolan)
Aired: Feb 7, 2024Christopher Nolan, the renowned director of "Inception" and "The Dark Knight"...
51. 2/8/24 (André 3000, Justin Hartley)
Aired: Feb 8, 2024A dynamic duo joins Stephen Colbert for an engaging discussion.
52. 2/11/24 (John Krasinski, Ryan Gosling, Jon Stewart)
Aired: Feb 11, 2024Actor John Krasinski joins the show for an exciting conversation, alongside t...
53. 2/12/24 (John Oliver, Killer Mike)
Aired: Feb 12, 2024Stephen Colbert is joined by TV personality John Oliver and a live performanc...
54. 2/13/24 (Matt Damon, Danielle Pinnock)
Aired: Feb 13, 2024Acclaimed actor Matt Damon and talented actress Danielle Pinnock join Stephen...
55. 2/14/24 (Mark Wahlberg, Lily Gladstone)
Aired: Feb 14, 2024Stephen welcomes actor Mark Wahlberg and actress Lily Gladstone for a dynamic...
56. 2/15/24 (Billy Joel, Chappell Roan)
Aired: Feb 15, 2024Stephen Colbert's next episode features a special guest, Billy Joel, who will...
57. 2/26/24 (Arnold Schwarzenegger, Julio Torres)
Aired: Feb 26, 2024Talented actor Julio Torres joins Stephen Colbert to discuss his latest endea...
58. 2/27/24 (Josh Brolin, Amanda Gorman, Jan Vogler)
Aired: Feb 27, 2024In the next episode, actor Josh Brolin, renowned poet Amanda Gorman, and accl...
59. 2/28/24 (Chris Hayes, Carrie Preston)
Aired: Feb 28, 2024Stephen Colbert will engage in a lively discussion with journalist Chris Haye...
60. 2/29/24 (Rebecca Ferguson, Denis Villeneuve)
Aired: Feb 29, 2024In the next episode, Stephen Amell sits down with Rebecca Ferguson and Denis ...
61. 3/4/24 (RuPaul, Yuval Noah Harari)
Aired: Mar 4, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by RuPaul and Yuval Noah Harari in the next ep...
62. 3/5/24 (Sen. Bernie Sanders, Bleachers)
Aired: Mar 5, 2024The next episode promises an exciting lineup, as Stephen welcomes influential...
63. 3/6/24 (Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ariel Elias)
Aired: Mar 6, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by Neil deGrasse Tyson, a renowned astrophysic...
64. 3/7/24 (John Dickerson, De La Soul)
Aired: Mar 7, 2024A charismatic host engages in a stimulating conversation with a renowned poli...
65. 3/11/24 (Kristen Stewart, Tom Hollander)
Aired: Mar 11, 2024In the next episode, Kristen Stewart and Tom Hollander stop by to engage in a...
66. 3/12/24 (Diane Lane, Patton Oswalt)
Aired: Mar 12, 2024Acclaimed actress Diane Lane and comedian Patton Oswalt join Stephen Colbert ...
67. 3/13/24 (Paul Rudd, Cecilia Vega)
Aired: Mar 13, 2024In the next episode, Paul Rudd and Cecilia Vega join Stephen Colbert for a dy...
Aired: Mar 14, 2024Paul Simon makes a special appearance on The Late Show, joining Stephen Colbe...
69. 3/25/24 (Stephen Breyer, Justin Thomas)
Aired: Mar 25, 2024Next episode, Stephen Colbert welcomes renowned Supreme Court Justice Stephen...
70. 3/26/24 (Carol Burnett, Waxahatchee featuring MJ Lenderman)
Aired: Mar 26, 2024Stephen will be joined by talented actress Carol Burnett in the next episode,...
71. 3/27/24 (Liam Neeson, Fareed Zakaria)
Aired: Mar 27, 2024In the next episode, Liam Neeson and Fareed Zakaria join Stephen Colbert for ...
72. 4/1/24 (Matt Damon, Hannah Waddingham)
Aired: Apr 1, 2024In the next episode, a renowned actress, Hannah Waddingham, stops by to chat ...
73. 4/2/24 (Savannah Guthrie, Tim Blake Nelson)
Aired: Apr 2, 2024In the next episode, Stephen will engage in a lively conversation with journa...
74. 4/3/24 (Gillian Anderson, Sonequa Martin-Green, Remi Wolf)
Aired: Apr 3, 2024Acclaimed actress Gillian Anderson, Star Trek's Sonequa Martin-Green, and hig...
75. 4/4/24 (Steve Buscemi, Henry Louis Gates Jr.)
Aired: Apr 4, 2024The next episode of Stephen Colbert's show promises a fascinating combination...
76. 4/8/24 (Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Tyla)
Aired: Apr 8, 2024The next episode of the show will feature a lively conversation with Represen...
77. 4/9/24 (Maren Morris, Demetri Martin)
Aired: Apr 9, 2024Stephen Colbert will be joined by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morr...
78. We 4/10/24 (Christiane Amanpour, Wilmer Valderrama)
Aired: Apr 10, 2024Stephen welcomes a renowned journalist and a talented actor to the program.
79. 4/15/24 (Salman Rushdie, Anna Sawai, Terence Blanchard)
Aired: Apr 15, 2024Stephen Colbert's next episode features a special lineup, including acclaimed...
80. 4/16/24 (Orlando Bloom, George Takei, Maggie Rogers)
Aired: Apr 16, 2024A popular talk show's next episode will feature Orlando Bloom, known for his ...
81. 4/17/24 (John Lithgow, Doris Kearns Goodwin)
Aired: Apr 17, 2024A legendary actor and a respected historian engage in a captivating discussio...
82. 4/18/24 (Sandra Oh, Reid Scott, Daniel Radcliffe)
Aired: Apr 18, 2024Stephen's next episode features a thrilling lineup of guests, including Sandr...
83. 4/29/24 (Jean Smart, Gayle Rankin)
Aired: Apr 29, 2024Two actresses, Jean Smart and Gayle Rankin, join Stephen Colbert for a candid...
84. 4/30/24 (Jeff Daniels, Hannah Einbinder, Béla Fleck)
Aired: Apr 30, 2024The next episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert promises a night of la...
85. 5/1/24 (Carol Burnett, Phil Keoghan, Jacob Collier)
Aired: May 1, 2024Phil Keoghan, host of TV's "The Amazing Race", joins Stephen for a lively con...
86. 5/2/24 (John Leguizamo, Laura Coates)
Aired: May 2, 2024Stephen Colbert welcomes John Leguizamo, a talented actor, and Laura Coates, ...
87. 5/6/24 (Ethan Hawke, Cedric the Entertainer)
Aired: May 6, 2024Two talented guests, Ethan Hawke and Cedric the Entertainer, drop by The Late...
88. 5/7/24 (Tiffany Haddish, Meredith Scardino)
Aired: May 7, 2024Tiffany Haddish and Meredith Scardino join Stephen Colbert's talk show in the...
89. 5/8/24 (Jen Psaki, Elyanna)
Aired: May 8, 2024A prominent political analyst joins Stephen for a lively conversation, and a ...
90. 5/9/24 (Ryan Gosling, Desi Lydic)
Aired: May 9, 2024Stephen Colbert is joined by Ryan Gosling and Desi Lydic to discuss the most ...
91. 5/13/24 (Steve Carell, Paul Simon)
Aired: May 13, 2024Actor Steve Carell joins Stephen Colbert for a lively conversation, followed ...
92. 5/14/24 (Jennifer Hudson, Marisa Abela)
Aired: May 14, 2024Next episode, Stephen's show promises to be an exciting one, featuring Grammy...
93. 5/15/24 (George Stephanopoulos, Michelle Buteau)
Aired: May 15, 2024The upcoming installment of a renowned talk show will welcome a prominent tel...
94. 5/16/24 (David Letterman, Claudia Jessie, Norah Jones)
Aired: May 16, 2024Stephen Colbert's late-night talk show is set to feature a lively episode wit...
95. 5/20/24 (Sarah Paulson, Paul Scheer, a performance from Broadway's "Merrily We Roll Along")
Aired: May 20, 2024Actress Sarah Paulson and actor Paul Scheer join Stephen Colbert for a lively...
Aired: May 21, 2024Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Billie Eilish sits down with Stephen Colbert...
97. 5/22/24 (Anya Taylor-Joy, Doug Emhoff)
Aired: May 22, 2024Stephen welcomes actress Anya Taylor-Joy and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff ...
98. 5/23/24 (Chris Hemsworth, James Dyson)
Aired: May 23, 2024Chris Hemsworth, the versatile actor who has captivated audiences in Thor and...
99. 6/3/24 (Alicia Keys, Stephen Merchant)
Aired: Jun 3, 2024Alicia Keys, renowned for her powerful vocals and chart-topping hits, joins f...
100. 6/4/24 (Viggo Mortensen, Olivia Cooke, a performance from Broadway's "Illinoise")
Aired: Jun 4, 2024Viggo Mortensen and Olivia Cooke will join Stephen Colbert as special guests ...
101. 6/5/24 (Jon Bon Jovi, Tig Notaro)
Aired: Jun 5, 2024Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi and hilarious comedian Tig Notaro join Stephen Colbe...
102. 6/6/24 (Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Hozier)
Aired: Jun 6, 2024Acclaimed actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus, known for her iconic roles in TV shows...
103. 6/10/24 (Senator Cory Booker, Billie Eilish)
Aired: Jun 10, 2024Stephen Colbert's next episode features a special guest, Senator Cory Booker,...
104. 6/11/24 (Jake Gyllenhaal, Chloe Fineman)
Aired: Jun 11, 2024The next episode of Steven Universe Future features a lively conversation bet...
105. 6/12/24 (Seth Meyers, Omar Apollo)
Aired: Jun 12, 2024Seth Meyers joins Stephen Colbert in a special guest appearance, accompanied ...
106. 6/13/24 (Jude Law, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats)
Aired: Jun 13, 2024Actor Jude Law joins the conversation, and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Swe...
107. 6/17/24 (Dr. Anthony Fauci, Callum Turner, Trombone Shorty)
Aired: Jun 17, 2024Next episode, Stephen Colbert sits down with Dr. Anthony Fauci, a leading exp...
108. 6/18/24 (Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Lake Street Dive)
Aired: Jun 18, 2024Stephen welcomes three podcast hosts, including Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and ...
109. 6/19/24 (Cynthia Erivo, Rep. Jamaal Bowman)
Aired: Jun 19, 2024Acclaimed actress Cynthia Erivo and US Representative Jamaal Bowman are sched...
110. 6/20/24 (Jeremy Allen White, Ava DuVernay)
Aired: Jun 20, 2024Actor Jeremy Allen White and acclaimed director Ava DuVernay will join Stephe...
111. 7/8/24 (Michael Douglas, Abby Phillip, Antony Starr, Chace Crawford, Colby Minifie)
Aired: Jul 8, 2024112. 7/9/24 (Serena Williams, Andrew McCarthy)
Aired: Jul 9, 2024113. 7/10/24 (Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Martha Stewart)
Aired: Jul 10, 2024114. 7/11/24 (John Dickerson, Jessica Pratt)
Aired: Jul 11, 2024115. 7/15/24 (Rep. Adam Kinzinger, Bikini Kill)
Aired: Jul 15, 2024116. 7/16/24 (Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Loudon Wainwright III)
Aired: Jul 16, 2024117. 7/17/24 (Glen Powell, Charlamagne Tha God)
Aired: Jul 17, 2024118. 7/18/24 (Sen. Bernie Sanders, OneRepublic)
Aired: Jul 18, 2024119. 7/22/24 (Keanu Reeves, Charles Wesley Godwin)
Aired: Jul 22, 2024120. 7/23/24 (Matthew Macfadyen, Jon M. Chu)
Aired: Jul 23, 2024121. 7/24/24 (Melinda French Gates, Saoirse-Monica Jackson)
Aired: Jul 24, 2024122. 7/25/24 (Kevin Hart, Andrew Bird)
Aired: Jul 25, 2024123. 8/12/24 (Kaitlan Collins, Walton Goggins)
Aired: Aug 12, 2024Next episode, Stephen Colbert engages in a fascinating discussion with renown...
124. 8/13/24 (Bowen Yang, Nick Cave)
Aired: Aug 13, 2024Acclaimed actor Bowen Yang and musician Nick Cave join Stephen Colbert as spe...
125. 8/14/24 (Alex Wagner, Ali Macofsky)
Aired: Aug 14, 2024Stephen Colbert teams up with TV host Alex Wagner and comedian Ali Macofsky f...
126. 8/15/24 (Sean Hayes, Billie Eilish, Hiroyuki Sanada, Koe Wetzel with Jessie Murph)
Aired: Aug 15, 2024127. 8/19/24 (Hillary Rodham Clinton, Julia Louis-Dreyfus)
Aired: Aug 19, 2024128. 8/20/24 (Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Rep. Hakeem Jeffries)
Aired: Aug 20, 2024129. 8/21/24 (Pete Buttigieg, Chance the Rapper)
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Appearances
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Seasons: 10
Current Status: Currently Airing
Network: CBS
Production Country: United States
At the present time, viewers have the opportunity to enjoy "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" completely free of charge, though with occasional advertisements, on the following streaming platforms: Paramount+.
