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.
Sep 07, 2021 |
1. Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, the War on DrugsBreaking Mustache Newsflash. Stephen and Jon Batiste acknowledge the impact of Hurricane Ida in Louisiana. Stephen Colbert’s "Excuses Song" featuring Jon Batiste & Stay Human. Steve Martin, Martin Short & Selena Gomez discuss ‘Only Murders in the Building’. The War on Drugs perform "Living Proof" from their album ‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore’. Late Show Presents: Rehearsal Rewind. |
Sep 08, 2021 |
2. Chris Wallace, Holland TaylorAnimal Earth. Italy Cam. "Stephen Colbert Presents: That’s Yeet. Dabbing on Fleek, Man!" Chris Wallace discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Countdown Bin Laden’. Holland Taylor discusses ‘The Chair’. |
Sep 09, 2021 |
3. Sarah Paulson, Kacey MusgravesSeditionist Round Up Roundup. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. A special appearance by ‘Blue’s Clues’ original host Steve Burns. Sarah Paulson discusses ‘Impeachment: American Crime Story’. Kacey Musgraves discusses her new album, ‘Star-Crossed’. |
Sep 13, 2021 |
4. Jeff Daniels, Nate BurlesonStephen and Jon Batiste acknowledge the death of George Wein. Jeff Daniels discusses ‘American Rust’. Nate Burleson discusses ‘CBS Mornings’. |
Sep 14, 2021 |
5. Justice Stephen BreyerStephen acknowledges the death of Norm Macdonald. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Pleistocene-While. Pleistocene-While Presents: Suckmyass-While. Justice Stephen Breyer discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘The Authority of Court and the Peril of Politics’. Late Show Presents: Rehearsal Rewind. |
Sep 15, 2021 |
6. Jessica Chastain, Stephen SondheimThe Adventures of Mike Pence: To Coup or Not to Coup. Stephen Colbert’s Ball Gags. The Late Chic Presents: Stephen Colbert’s Slay Your Fleek. Jessica Chastain discusses ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’. Stephen Sondheim discusses ‘Company’ and ‘West Side Story’. |
Sep 16, 2021 |
7. Melissa McCarthy, Lindsey BuckinghamSpace News: Civilians In Space Edition. Disinformation Station. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Melissa McCarthy discusses ‘The Starling’ and the 10th anniversary of ‘Bridesmaids’. Lindsey Buckingham performs "On the Wrong Side" from his self-titled album. |
Sep 20, 2021 |
8. The Late Show's Celebration of Season 6: This Time with Laughs!The Late Show’s Celebration of Season 6: This Time with Laughs! Special clip show with The Late Show’s best Season 6 moments: monologues, Quarantine-While and Colbert Questionert segments and best guest appearances. Neil deGrasse Tyson takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from March 2 episode). |
Sep 21, 2021 |
9. Bob Woodward, Robert Costa, Leon BridgesLate Show Presents: Meanwhile. Bob Woodward & Robert Costa discuss recent politics and their new book, ‘Peril’. Leon Bridges performs "Motorbike" from his album ‘Gold-Diggers Sound’. |
Sep 22, 2021 |
10. Shawn Mendes, Chris TurnerClimate Night. Shawn Mendes discusses climate change action and his new single, "Summer of Love". Chris Turner gives a stand-up performance. |
Sep 23, 2021 |
11. Anderson Cooper, John MayerDisinformation Station. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. The Late Chic Presents: Stephen Colbert’s Slay Your Fleek. Anderson Cooper discusses his new book, ‘Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty’. John Mayer performs "Wild Blue" from his album ‘Sob Rock’. |
Sep 27, 2021 |
12. Paul Giamatti, Jon StewartBreaking News. Jon Stewart takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 14 episode). Paul Giamatti discusses ‘Billions’. |
Sep 28, 2021 |
13. Drew Carey, Phoebe RobinsonThe Late Show’s Presidential Butt-tastic Ass-Travaganza: How Full of Crap Is He? Scandinavia’s Björking Nus. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Meanwild. Meanwild Presents: Meanwild After Dark. Drew Carey discusses ‘The Price Is Right’ and the show’s upcoming 50th anniversary. Phoebe Robinson discusses her new book, ‘Please Don’t Sit On My Bed In Your Outside Clothes’. Late Show Presents: Rehearsal Rewind. |
Sep 29, 2021 |
14. Anita Hill, Alessandro NivolaApocalypse Dow: Countdown To Shutdown: Wanted: Debt or Alive. Stephen Colbert: Selling Out. Anita Hill discusses her new book, ‘Believing’. Alessandro Nivola discusses ‘The Many Saints of Newark’. Late Show Presents: Rehearsal Rewind. |
Sep 30, 2021 |
15. John Lithgow, Theo Croker, Wyclef JeanApocalypse Dow: Countdown To Shutdown: Wanted: Debt or Alive. A surprise visit by Rudy Giuliani. John Lithgow discusses his new book, ‘A Confederacy of Dumptys’, and ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’. Theo Croker performs "State of the Union 444" from his album ‘BLK2LIFE’, featuring Wyclef Jean and with Jon Batiste providing musical accompaniment. |
Oct 01, 2021 |
16. Rebecca FergusonSeditionist Round Up Roundup. Stephen’s Apology Fest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (special appearances by Pat Murphy and Brent Suter). Rebecca Ferguson discusses ‘Dune’. |
Oct 04, 2021 |
17. Julianna Margulies, Toby KeithRich People – They’re Just Not Like Us: Us Pay Taxes. Kroggett’s Haunted Truck Translation Dictionary (special appearance by David Harbour). Julianna Margulies discusses ‘The Morning Show’ and her book, ‘Sunshine Girl: An Unexpected Life’. Toby Keith performs "Old School" from his forthcoming album ‘Peso In My Pocket’. |
Oct 05, 2021 |
18. Michael Keaton, Zac Brown BandThe Social Notwork. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Michael Keaton discusses ‘The Flash’ and ‘Dopesick’. Zac Brown Band performs "Out in the Middle" from their album ‘The Comeback’. |
Oct 06, 2021 |
19. Bret Baier, Susie EssmanApocalypse Dow: Countdown To Meltdown: Dawn of the Debt. Critical Possible News? Crisis In Possibly! Breaking Maybe? Urgent Perhaps? Hispanic Heritage Month: Latino, Latinx, or Hispanic? (special appearances by José Andrés, America Ferrera, Rita Moreno, Danny Trejo and Cristo Fernández). Bret Baier discusses the 25th anniversary of Fox News, recent politics, and his new book, ‘To Rescue the Republic’. Susie Essman discusses ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’. Late Show Presents: Rehearsal Rewind. |
Oct 07, 2021 |
20. Sanjay Gupta, Denis VilleneuveStephen welcomes author Sanjay Gupta and director Denis Villeneuve. |
Oct 08, 2021 |
21. The cast of "Succession"Stephen welcomes the cast of the award-winning HBO series “Succession” in their first late-night appearance together: Brian Cox, Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin, Alan Ruck, Nicholas Braun, Matthew Macfadyen, and J. Smith-Cameron. |
Oct 18, 2021 |
22. Rep. Adam Schiff, Kacey MusgravesStephen welcomes Rep. Adam Schiff and a musical performance by Kacey Musgraves. |
Oct 19, 2021 |
23. Nick Offerman, Charlamagne Tha GodStephen welcomes actor Nick Offerman and radio & TV personality Charlamagne tha God. |
Oct 20, 2021 |
24. Issa Rae, H.E.R.Stephen welcomes actress Issa Rae and a musical performance by H.E.R. |
Oct 21, 2021 |
25. Timothée Chalamet, ZendayaStephen welcomes actor Timothée Chalamet and actress Zendaya. |
Oct 22, 2021 |
26. Andie MacDowell, Lana Del ReyStephen welcomes actress Andie MacDowell and a musical performance by Lana Del Rey. |
Oct 25, 2021 |
27. Bruce SpringsteenStephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Bruce Springsteen. |
Oct 26, 2021 |
28. Katie Couric, Gabby BarretStephen welcomes journalist Katie Couric and a musical performance by Gabby Barrett. |
Oct 27, 2021 |
29. Elizabeth Banks, Jorja FoxStephen welcomes actress Elizabeth Banks and actress Jorja Fox. |
Oct 28, 2021 |
30. John Leguizamo, Thomasin McKenzieStephen welcomes actor John Leguizamo and actress Thomasin McKenzie. |
Oct 29, 2021 |
31. Trevor Noah, My Morning JacketStephen welcomes TV host Trevor Noah and a musical performance by My Morning Jacket. |
Nov 01, 2021 |
32. David Byrne, Huma AbedinStephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by David Byrne and political staffer Huma Abedin. |
Nov 02, 2021 |
33. Michael C. Hall, Michael Eric DysonStephen welcomes actor Michael C. Hall and professor Michael Eric Dyson. |
Nov 03, 2021 |
34. Andy Cohen, ThundercatStephen welcomes host Andy Cohen and a musical performance by Thundercat. |
Nov 04, 2021 |
35. Billy Porter, Annaleigh AshfordStephen welcomes actor Billy Porter and actress Annaleigh Ashford. |
Nov 05, 2021 |
36. Tony Hale, Snail MailStephen welcomes actor Tony Hale and a musical performance by Snail Mail. |
Nov 08, 2021 |
37. Jonathan Karl, Brandi CarlileStephen welcomes journalist Jonathan Karl plus an interview with and musical performance by Brandi Carlile. |
Nov 09, 2021 |
38. Quentin TarantinoStephen welcomes filmmaker Quentin Tarantino and unveiling People’s Sexiest Man Alive. |
Nov 10, 2021 |
39. Aubrey Plaza, Bruce SpringsteenStephen welcomes actress Aubrey Plaza and musician Bruce Springsteen. |
Nov 11, 2021 |
40. Kenneth Branagh, Ellie KemperStephen welcomes actor Kenneth Branagh and actress Ellie Kemper. |
Nov 12, 2021 |
41. Jeff Goldblum, Rod StewartStephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum and Rod Stewart performance. |
Nov 15, 2021 |
42. Paul Rudd, StingStephen welcomes actor Paul Rudd and a musical performance by Sting. |
Nov 16, 2021 |
43. Eric Adams, Dwyane WadeStephen welcomes Mayor-elect of New York City Eric Adams and former professional basketball Dwyane Wade. |
Nov 17, 2021 |
44. Adam Driver, America FerreraThe FDA plans to authorize Pfizer boosters for all adults this week, and hundreds of QAnon believers are still in Dallas waiting for the late John F. Kennedy Jr. to show up. Next, The Late Show staff asks the superstars of WWE just one question. Stephen sits down with Adam Driver to talk "House of Gucci" and what motivates him to bring live theater experiences to members of the military with his organization Arts in the Armed Forces. America Ferrera returns to the show to talk about season two of “Gentefied,” the Netflix comedic drama she executive produces and directs. |
Nov 19, 2021 |
45. Kevin Hart, Robert Plant, Alison KraussNearly 1 in 10 younger U.S. children got a coronavirus shot in the first two weeks of eligibility, and the right wing media is still up in arms that Big Bird encouraged children to get shots in their arms. Meanwhile, a Pod Show exclusive Sesame Street story from A to Z! And Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh's pants caught on fire during a football game. Kevin Hart sits down with Stephen and explains why his new project is intentionally darker and less comedic than the work he’s been known for to date. “True Story” is streaming now on Netflix. |
Nov 22, 2021 |
46. Andrew Garfield, José AndresStephen welcomes actor Andrew Garfield and chef José Andrés. |
Nov 23, 2021 |
47. Lady Gaga, Tony BennettStephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Lady Gaga with Tony Bennett. |
Nov 24, 2021 |
48. Rosamund Pike, Peter JacksonStephen welcomes actress Rosamund Pike and film director Peter Jackson. |
Nov 29, 2021 |
49. Peter Jackson, Chelsea CutlerStephen welcomes producer Peter Jackson and a musical performance by Chelsea Cutler. |
Nov 30, 2021 |
50. Peter Dinklage, Lee Jung-Jae, Aaron & Bryce DessnerStephen welcomes actor Peter Dinklage, actor Lee Jung-Jae, and a musical performance by Peter Dinklage & Aaron & Bryce Dessner “The National” from the film “Cyrano.” |
Dec 01, 2021 |
51. Javier Bardem, Gang of YouthsStephen welcomes actor Javier Bardem and a musical performance by Gang of Youths. |
Dec 02, 2021 |
52. Mahershala Ali, Jason ReynoldsStephen welcomes actor Mahershala Ali and author Jason Reynolds. |
Dec 03, 2021 |
53. Jeff Goldblum, Natalie HembyStephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum and a musical performance by Natalie Hemby. |
Dec 06, 2021 |
54. Jennifer Lawrence, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night SweatsStephen welcomes actress Jennifer Lawrence and a musical performance by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats. |
Dec 07, 2021 |
55. Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon; Glass AnimalsStephen welcomes actress Kristin Davis, actress Cynthia Nixon, and a musical performance by Glass Animals. |
Dec 08, 2021 |
56. Dr. David Agus; Natalie HembyStephen welcomes Dr. David Agus, the lead COVID analyst for CBS news; and musical artist Natalie Hemby. Stephen introduces his latest segment "Romansplaining with Stephen Colbert" about dating. |
Dec 09, 2021 |
57. Michael B. Jordan; Nathaniel RateliffStephen welcomes actor Michael B. Jordan. Nathaniel Rateliff joins Jon Batiste in a musical performance. Meanwhile! |
Dec 10, 2021 |
58. Sting, David Alan GrierStephen welcome musical artist Sting, and actor David Alan Grier. Sting performs and takes the Colbert Questionnaire. |
Dec 13, 2021 |
59. Keanu Reeves, Brett EldredgeStephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves. Musical performance by Brett Eldredge. |
Dec 14, 2021 |
60. Henry Cavill, Jonathan GroffStephen welcomes actor Henry Cavill, actor Jonathan Groff. |
Dec 15, 2021 |
61. Denzel Washington, Maggie GyllenhaalStephen welcomes actor Denzel Washington, actor Maggie Gyllenhaal. Stephen celebrates the 20th anniversary of "Lord of the Rings" with special guests. |
Dec 16, 2021 |
62. Anderson CooperStephen welcomes news anchor Anderson Cooper. |
Jan 03, 2022 |
63. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Utkarsh AmbudkarStephen welcomes director of the Centers for Disease Control Dr. Rochelle Walensky and actor Utkarsh Ambudkar. |
Jan 04, 2022 |
64. Jennifer Lawrence, Ralph Macchio, The Flaming Lips ft. Nell SmithStephen welcomes actress Jennifer Lawrence, actor Ralph Macchio, and a musical performance by Nell & The Flaming Lips. |
Jan 05, 2022 |
65. Eliana Kwartler, Amy Klobuchar, SAINt JHN |
Jan 06, 2022 |
66. John Dickerson, Corey Hawkins |
Jan 07, 2022 |
67. Keanu Reeves, Genesis OwusuStephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves, and a musical performance by Genesis Owusu. |
Jan 10, 2022 |
68. Gayle King, Tig NotaroStephen welcomes journalist Gayle King and comic Tig Notaro. |
Jan 11, 2022 |
69. Bradley Cooper, Robert Finley, Dan AuerbachStephen welcomes actor Bradley Cooper and a musical performance by Robert Finley & Dan Auerbach. |
Jan 12, 2022 |
70. Keanu Reeves, Caitriona BalfeStephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves takes “The Colbert Questionert” and actress Caitriona Balfe. |
Jan 13, 2022 |
71. Liev Schreiber, Allison RussellStephen welcomes actor Liev Schreiber and a musical performance by Allison Russell. |
Jan 14, 2022 |
72. Bradley Cooper, Corey Stoll, GeeseStephen welcomes actor Bradley Cooper, actor Corey Stoll, and a musical performance by Geese. |
Jan 17, 2022 |
73. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Ingrid Andress, Sam HuntStephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and a musical performance by Ingrid Andress & Sam Hunt. |
Jan 18, 2022 |
74. Brian Cox, Samantha BeeStephen welcomes actor Brian Cox and TV personality Samantha Bee. |
Jan 19, 2022 |
75. Christine Baranski, Nation of LanguageStephen welcomes actress Christine Baranski and a musical performance by Nation of Language. |
Jan 20, 2022 |
76. Dionne Warwick, David CrossStephen welcomes singer Dionne Warwick and actor David Cross. |
Jan 21, 2022 |
77. Elvis CostelloStephen welcomes musician Elvis Costello and a musical performance by Elvis Costello & the Imposters. |
Jan 24, 2022 |
78. Kristen Stewart, Jonathan Van NessStephen welcomes actress Kristen Stewart and TV personality Jonathan Van Ness. |
Jan 25, 2022 |
79. Joy Reid, Thomas MiddleditchStephen welcomes TV host Joy Reid and actor Thomas Middleditch. |
Jan 26, 2022 |
80. Adrien Brody, Lady WrayStephen welcomes actor Adrien Brody and a musical performance by Lady Wray. |
Jan 27, 2022 |
81. Kate Hudson, Oliver Hudson, St. Paul and the Broken BonesStephen welcomes actors Kate & Oliver Hudson and a musical performance by St. Paul & The Broken Bones. |
Jan 28, 2022 |
82. Marlee Matlin, Mackenzie DavisStephen welcomes actress Marlee Matlin and actress Mackenzie Davis. |
Jan 31, 2022 |
83. Whoopi Goldberg, Rep. Ro KhannaStephen welcomes TV personality Whoopi Goldberg and Rep. Ro Khanna. |
Feb 01, 2022 |
84. Clarissa Ward, Faith Hill, AuroraStephen welcomes CNN chief international correspondent Clarissa Ward, singer and actress Faith Hill, and a musical performance by Aurora. |
Feb 02, 2022 |
85. Tim McGraw, Martha StewartStephen welcomes singer-songwriter Tim McGraw and TV personality Martha Stewart. |
Feb 03, 2022 |
86. Dua Lipa, 2 ChainzStephen welcomes singer Dua Lipa and a musical performance by 2 Chainz. |
Feb 14, 2022 |
87. Jeffrey Wright, Alex Borstein, MaxwellStephen welcomes actor Jeffrey Wright, actress Alex Borstein, and a musical performance by Maxwell. |
Feb 15, 2022 |
88. John Oliver, Future IslandsStephen welcomes comic John Oliver and a musical performance by Future Islands. |
Feb 16, 2022 |
89. Daniel Craig, Doris Kearns GoodwinStephen welcomes actor Daniel Craig and biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin. |
Feb 17, 2022 |
90. Margaret Brennan, Adam ScottStephen welcomes CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, and actor Adam Scott. |
Feb 21, 2022 |
91. Joseph Gordon-Levitt, alt-JStephen welcomes actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt and a musical performance by Alt-J. |
Feb 22, 2022 |
92. John Turturro, John AvlonStephen welcomes actor John Turturro and journalist John Avlon. |
Feb 23, 2022 |
93. John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Jennifer Palmieri, Russell HowardStephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann, political adviser Mark McKinnon, Jennifer Palmieri, former White House communications director, and comic Russell Howard. |
Feb 24, 2022 |
94. Julia Ioffe, Thomas Lennon, Tears for FearsStephen welcomes journalist Julia Ioffe, actor Thomas Lennon, and a live performance by Tears for Fears. |
Feb 25, 2022 |
95. Sam Waterston, Sophia Bush, John OliverStephen welcomes actor Sam Waterston, actress Sophia Bush, and “Rescue Dog Rescue” with John Oliver. |
Feb 28, 2022 |
96. Bob Odenkirk, Pusha TStephen welcomes actor Bob Odenkirk and a musical performance by Pusha T. |
Mar 01, 2022 |
97. Sen. Bernie Sanders, Big ThiefStephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Big Thief. |
Mar 02, 2022 |
98. Andy Serkis, Fiona HillStephen welcomes actor Andy Serkis and former Russia adviser to the White House Fiona Hill. Plus, a 15th anniversary celebration of Americone Dream. |
Mar 03, 2022 |
99. Kyle MacLachlan, Arian Moayed, Pusha TStephen welcomes actor Kyle MacLachlan, actor Arian Moayed, and a live performance by Pusha T. |
Mar 07, 2022 |
100. Anderson Cooper, Sutton FosterStephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and actress Sutton Foster. |
Mar 08, 2022 |
101. John C. Reilly, Kristin ChenowethStephen welcomes actor John C. Reilly and actress Kristin Chenoweth. |
Mar 09, 2022 |
102. Michael McFaul, Denée Benton, Father John MistyStephen welcomes Amb. Michael McFaul, actress Denée Benton, and a musical performance by Father John Misty. |
Mar 10, 2022 |
103. Marie Yovanovitch, Martha Stewart, Rex Orange CountyStephen welcomes Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch, entrepreneur Martha Stewart, and a live performance by Rex Orange County. |
Mar 11, 2022 |
104. Aidy Bryant, Alex EdelmanStephen welcomes actress Aidy Bryant and a live performance by comedian Alex Edelman. |
Mar 14, 2022 |
105. Sandra Bullock, Billy StringsStephen welcomes actress Sandra Bullock and a musical performance by Billy Strings. |
Mar 15, 2022 |
106. Anne Hathaway, Da'Vine Joy RandolphStephen welcomes actress Anne Hathaway and actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph. |
Mar 16, 2022 |
107. Michael Bublé, Rose MatafeoStephen welcomes singer Michael Bublé and actress Rose Matafeo, with a live performance by Michael Bublé. |
Mar 28, 2022 |
108. Chris Wallace, Wilmer ValderramaStephen welcomes journalist Chris Wallace and actor Wilmer Valderrama. |
Mar 29, 2022 |
109. Hannah Gadsby, Sandra Bullock, Buffalo NicholsStephen welcomes comic Hannah Gadsby, actress Sandra Bullock, and a musical performance by Buffalo Nichols. |
Mar 30, 2022 |
110. Elle Fanning, Ben SchwartzStephen welcomes actress Elle Fanning and actor Ben Schwartz. |
Mar 31, 2022 |
111. Jane Krakowski, James McAvoy, Arlo ParksStephen welcomes actress Jane Krakowski, actor James McAvoy, and a musical performance by Arlo Parks. |
Apr 01, 2022 |
112. John C. Reilly, Mandy Patinkin, Ken BurnsStephen welcomes actor John C. Reilly, actor Mandy Patinkin, and filmmaker Ken Burns. |
Apr 04, 2022 |
113. Shaquille O'Neal, Mayim BialikStephen welcomes sports analyst Shaquille O'Neal and actress Mayim Bialik. |
Apr 05, 2022 |
114. Jon Batiste, Oscar IsaacStephen welcomes musician Jon Batiste and actor Oscar Isaac. |
Apr 06, 2022 |
115. Anderson Cooper, Thomas RhettStephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and a live performance by Thomas Rhett. |
Apr 07, 2022 |
116. Pete Holmes, Elizabeth AlexanderStephen welcomes comedian Pete Holmes and poet Elizabeth Alexander. |
Apr 11, 2022 |
117. Chance the Rapper, Beanie FeldsteinStephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Chance the Rapper, and actress Beanie Feldstein. |
Apr 12, 2022 |
118. Molly Shannon, Rep. Cori BushStephen welcomes actress Molly Shannon and Rep. Cori Bush. |
Apr 13, 2022 |
119. Claire Foy, Paul Bettany, Bright EyesStephen welcomes actress Claire Foy, actor Paul Bettany, and a musical performance by Bright Eyes. |
Apr 14, 2022 |
120. Hugh Laurie, SpoonStephen welcomes actor Hugh Laurie and a musical performance by Spoon. |
Apr 15, 2022 |
121. Josh Brolin, The WhoStephen welcomes actor Josh Brolin and a musical performance by The Who. |
Apr 18, 2022 |
122. Julia Roberts, WilcoStephen welcomes actress Julia Roberts and a musical performance by Wilco. |
Apr 19, 2022 |
123. Neil deGrasse Tyson, Emmy BlotnickStephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and a performance by comedian Emmy Blotnick. |
Apr 20, 2022 |
124. Alexander Skarsgård, Jack WhiteStephen welcomes actor Alexander Skarsgård and musician Jack White, with a live performance by Jack White. |
May 02, 2022 |
125. Jon Bernthal, Alton BrownStephen welcomes actor Jon Bernthal and TV chef Alton Brown! |
May 03, 2022 |
126. Jose Andres, Ron Howard, Emily Bazelon, Lucius featuring Sheryl Crow and CelisseStephen welcomes humanitarian Jose Andres, director Ron Howard, legal commentator Emily Bazelon, and a music performance by Lucius featuring Sheryl Crow and Celisse. |
May 04, 2022 |
127. Glenn Close, Sheryl CrowStephen welcomes actor Glenn Close and musician Sheryl Crow. |
May 05, 2022 |
128. Daniel Craig, Matt Walsh, Joy OladokunStephen welcomes actor Matt Walsh. Does the Colbert Questionnaire with Daniel Craig. Musical performance by Joy Oladokun |
May 06, 2022 |
129. Chris O'Donnell, Elvis CostelloStephen welcomes actor Chris O'Donnell and singer-songwriter Elvis Costello! |
May 16, 2022 |
130. Mark Esper, Judd ApatowStephen welcomes Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, and director Judd Apatow. |
May 17, 2022 |
131. Ricky Gervais, Trombone ShortyGuest Ricky Gervais talks about his comedy tour SuperNature followed by a performance from trombone and trumpet player Trombone Shorty. |
May 18, 2022 |
132. Antony Blinken, TWICEStephen speaks with the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, followed by a performance from the South Korean girl group TWICE. |
May 19, 2022 |
133. Mike Myers, Minha KimMike Myers discusses his comedy series The Pentaverate in which he has many roles and Minha Kim talks on the renewal of the epic series Pachinko. |
May 20, 2022 |
134. Shaquille O'Neal, Sebastian Stan, Sharon Van EttenBasketball legend Shaquille O’Neal takes ”The Colbert Questionert,” Sebastian Stan talks on Pam and Tommy and indie-rock star Sharon Van Etten performs. |
May 23, 2022 |
135. Jennifer Connelly, Patti LuPoneJennifer Connelly talks about Top Gun: Maverick and Tony award-winning Patti LuPone performs from the revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Company. |
May 24, 2022 |
136. Jacinda Ardern, Punch BrothersStephen welcomes Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and a musical performance performance by Punch Brothers. |
May 25, 2022 |
137. Michael Che, James StavridisStephen welcomes comedian Michael Che and Admiral James Stavridis. |
May 26, 2022 |
138. Josh Brolin, Hugh DancyStephen welcomes actor Josh Brolin, and actor Hugh Dancy. |
Jun 06, 2022 |
139. Jake Tapper, Joel Kim BoosterGay Planet Earth. Breaking News. Jake Tapper discusses recent politics. Joel Kim Booster discusses Fire Island. |
Jun 07, 2022 |
140. Robert De Niro, Rosie PerezLate Show Presents: Meanwhile. Robert De Niro discusses the upcoming Tribeca Film Festival. Stephen and Robert De Niro acknowledge the death of Ray Liotta. Rosie Perez discusses Now & Then. |
Jun 08, 2022 |
141. Rep. Adam Schiff, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Kurt Vile"Shoot Us With Shotguns". Dawn of the Planet of the Monkeypox. Representative Adam Schiff discusses recent politics. Chiwetel Ejiofor discusses The Man Who Fell to Earth. Kurt Vile performs "Mount Airy Hill (Way Gone)" from his album Watch My Moves. |
Jun 09, 2022 |
142. Jon Batiste, Simu LiuSpecial live episode following the January 6 Committee public hearing. The January 6th Show. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jon Batiste takes the Colbert Questionert. Simu Liu discusses his new book, We Were Dreamers. |
Jun 13, 2022 |
143. Bryan Cranston, Sen. Raphael WarnockU-Heil. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Bryan Cranston discusses Jerry & Marge Go Large. Senator Raphael Warnock discusses recent politics and his new book, A Way Out of No Way. |
Jun 14, 2022 |
144. Bob Woodward, Carl Bernstein, Bonnie RaittBob Woodward & Carl Bernstein discuss recent politics and the upcoming 50th anniversaries of the Watergate scandal and their book, All the President's Men. Bonnie Raitt performs "Blame It on Me" from her album Just Like That… |
Jun 15, 2022 |
145. Emma Thompson, Tom SeguraFirst Drafts: Father's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Emma Thompson discusses Good Luck to You, Leo Grande. Tom Segura discusses his new book, I'd Like to Play Alone, Please. |
Jun 16, 2022 |
146. Tom Hanks, Regina SpektorLate Show Family Meeting with Tom Hanks. Tom Hanks discusses Elvis. Regina Spektor performs "Becoming All Alone" from her album Home, Before and After. |
Jun 20, 2022 |
147. Cory Booker, The LumineersCyborgasm. Senator Cory Booker discusses recent politics. The Lumineers perform "A.M. Radio" from their album Brightside. |
Jun 21, 2022 |
148. Werner Herzog, Roger WatersFast Earl’s Fake Elector Depot. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Rescue Dog Rescue with Emma Thompson (new footage from June 15 episode). Werner Herzog discusses his new book, ‘The Twilight World’. Roger Waters performs a medley of ‘The Happiest Days of Our Lives’ and ‘Another Brick in the Wall (Part 3)’. |
Jun 22, 2022 |
149. Taika Waititi, David SedarisWar for the Planet of the Monkeypox. Taika Waititi discusses ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ and his upcoming Star Wars film. David Sedaris discusses his new book, ‘Happy-Go-Lucky’. |
Jun 23, 2022 |
150. Beto O’Rourke, Matilda LawlerStranger Hearings. Jeffery Miller and Alphonso Horne sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Beto O’Rourke discusses recent politics. Matilda Lawler discusses ‘Station Eleven’. |
Jun 27, 2022 |
151. Wanda Sykes, Ronan FarrowLate Show Presents: Meanwhile. Wanda Sykes discusses ‘The Upshaws’. Ronan Farrow discusses ‘Endangered’. |
Jun 28, 2022 |
152. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Jimmie AllenRepresentative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discusses recent politics. Jimmie Allen performs "Down Home" from his album ‘Tulip Drive’. |
Jun 29, 2022 |
153. Adam Kinzinger, Karl Urban, Stephen SanchezRepresentative Adam Kinzinger discusses recent politics. Karl Urban discusses ‘The Boys’. Stephen Sanchez performs "Until I Found You" from his EP ‘Easy On My Eyes’. |
Jun 30, 2022 |
154. Heidi Klum, Ibram X. KendiCrotch Wotch. The Late Show ’s Pride Month News Parade. Heidi Klum discusses ‘Making the Cut’ and ‘America’s Got Talent’. Ibram X. Kendi discusses his new books, ‘How to Raise an Antiracist’ and ‘Goodnight Racism’. |
Jul 18, 2022 |
155. Billy Crystal, Paul HollywoodBilly Crystal discusses ‘Mr. Saturday Night’. Paul Hollywood steps into the kitchen with Stephen and discusses his new book, ‘Bake’. |
Jul 19, 2022 |
156. Ethan Hawke, Courtney BarnettLate Show Presents: Meanwhile. Ethan Hawke discusses ‘The Last Movie Stars’. Courtney Barnett performs "Before You Gotta Go" from her album ‘Things Take Time, Take Time’. |
Jul 20, 2022 |
157. Ice-T, Michael PollanBreaking Wind News. Rachael Price sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Stephen Colbert Presents: That’s Yeet: Dabbing on Fleek, Fam! Ice-T discusses his new book, ‘Split Decision’. Michael Pollan discusses his new book, ‘This Is Your Mind on Plants’. |
Jul 21, 2022 |
158. Chris Hayes, Jack WhiteSpecial live episode following the January 6 Committee public hearing. Chris Hayes discusses recent politics. The Late Show Presents: Maybe Dropping Soon, with Jack White (new footage from April 20 episode). Jack White performs "If I Die Tomorrow" from his album ‘Entering Heaven Alive’. |
Jul 25, 2022 |
159. Jamie Raskin, Death Cab for CutieEverybody’s Got Something to Hide Except Me and My Monkeypox. St. Vincent sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Cyborgasm. Representative Jamie Raskin discusses recent politics. Death Cab for Cutie performs "Here to Forever" from their forthcoming album ‘Asphalt Meadows’. |
Jul 26, 2022 |
160. Charlamagne tha God, Brett Gelman5 Little Monkeypox Jumping on the Bed. St. Vincent sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Charlamagne tha God discusses recent politics and ‘Hell of A Week’. Brett Gelman discusses ‘Stranger Things’. |
Jul 27, 2022 |
161. Amanda Seyfried, Stephen MerchantSt. Vincent sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Amanda Seyfried discusses ‘The Dropout’. Stephen Merchant discusses ‘The Outlaws’. Louis Cato performs "Look Within" from his album ‘Starting Now’, with Stay Human providing musical accompaniment. |
Jul 28, 2022 |
162. Jonathan Karl, BJ Novak, St. VincentLate Show Presents: Meanwhile. St. Vincent sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Jonathan Karl discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Betrayal’. B.J. Novak discusses ‘Vengeance’. |
Aug 01, 2022 |
163. Patton Oswalt, Jennifer Granholm, James TaylorJames Taylor and Larry Goldings sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Patton Oswalt discusses ‘I Love My Dad’. Secretary Jennifer Granholm discusses recent politics. |
Aug 02, 2022 |
164. Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Bianca Cristovao, James TaylorJames Taylor and Larry Goldings sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Wasted Time: The Rise and Fall of Clock App for iPhone. Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett & Tommy Vietor discuss recent politics. Bianca Cristovao gives a stand-up performance. |
Aug 03, 2022 |
165. Ron Howard, Morfydd Clark, James TaylorJames Taylor and Larry Goldings sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Porcine-While. Ron Howard discusses ‘Thirteen Lives’. Morfydd Clark discusses ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’. |
Aug 04, 2022 |
166. James Taylor, Colman DomingoFact-Check Check! James Taylor and Larry Goldings sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Breaking News. James Taylor discusses his career in music. Colman Domingo discusses ‘Euphoria’ and ‘Rustin’. |
Aug 08, 2022 |
167. Luis Cato, Joe Walsh, Mindy Kaling, Senator Chris MurphyJoe Walsh sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Mindy Kaling discusses ‘Never Have I Ever’. Senator Chris Murphy discusses recent politics. |
Aug 09, 2022 |
168. Ben Stiller, D'Arcy Carden, Joe WalshJoe Walsh sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Space News: Moon City News. Space News: Cured Space Meat. Space News: England in Space. Ben Stiller discusses ‘Severance’. D’Arcy Carden discusses ‘A League of Their Own’. |
Aug 10, 2022 |
169. Kieran Culkin, Run the Jewels, Joe WalshJoe Walsh sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kieran Culkin discusses ‘Succession’. Run the Jewels performs "A Few Words for the Firing Squad (Radiation)" from their album ‘RTJ4’. |
Aug 11, 2022 |
170. Karine Jean-Pierre, Tatiana Maslany, Joe WalshJoe Walsh sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Severance: The Lost Scenes of Steve C. (special appearances by Tramell Tillman, John Turturro and Adam Scott). Stephen announces the departure of bandleader Jon Batiste. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre discusses recent politics. Tatiana Maslany discusses ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’. |