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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