The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
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.
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George Clooney, Jeb Bush, Jon Batiste & Stay Human
The show opens with Stephen singing "The Star-Spangled Banner", ending with a cameo by Jon Stewart as an umpire yelling "Play ball!". Later he allows himself to eat one Oreo cookie and share one Donald Trump news story, before spiraling out of control and eating several cookies and showing several Trump stories. George Clooney discusses his career and his "new movie", ‘Decision Strike’. Governor Jeb Bush discusses his presidential campaign. The musical segment of the show features a cast of celebrities joining the band singing "Everyday People".
Sep 8, 2015
Scarlett Johansson, Elon Musk, Kendrick Lamar
Stephen explains the technical difficulties he experienced during the making of his first show. The Big Furry Hat. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Scarlett Johansson). Elon Musk discusses SpaceX and his other projects. Kendrick Lamar performed a medley of songs from his album 'To Pimp a Butterfly’.
Sep 9, 2015
Vice President Joe Biden, Travis Kalanick, Toby Keith
Joe Biden and Stephen discuss how the tragic losses of family members affected their lives. Travis Kalanick discusses 'Uber. Toby Keith performed "Rum is the Reason" off his album '35 MPH Town’.
Sep 10, 2015
Amy Schumer, Stephen King, Troubled Waters (Paul Simon)
Stephen endorses Yesterday's Coffee. Amy Schumer discusses her new standup special, ‘Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo’. Stephen Colbert's Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Stephen King discusses his new collection of short stories, ‘The Bazaar of Bad Dreams’. Troubled Waters performs "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" with Stephen, as well as "American Tune" during the episode's outro.
Sep 11, 2015
Emily Blunt, Justice Stephen Breyer, The Dead Weather
Stephen faces off against Novak Djokovic. Stephen Colbert Gets All Up in Your Faith. Emily Blunt discusses 'Sicario’, in addition to having a vomit-off with Stephen. Justice Stephen Breyer discusses recent politics and his new book, 'The Court and the World’. The Dead Weather performs "I Feel Love (Every Million Miles)" from their album 'Dodge and Burn’.
Sep 14, 2015
Tim Cook, Jake Gyllenhaal, Run The Jewels with TV On The Radio
The Hungry for Power Games (Rick Perry). Jake Gyllenhaal discusses 'Everest’. Tim Cook discusses the iPhone 6S. Run the Jewels & TV on the Radio perform "Angel Duster" from the album 'Run the Jewels 2’.
Sep 15, 2015
Kevin Spacey, Carol Burnett, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Willie Nelson
Carol Burnett discusses 'The Carol Burnett Show’. Kevin Spacey discusses 'House of Cards’. Planet of the Apps. Willie Nelson & John Mellencamp discuss Willie's Reserve and Farm Aid, and perform "Night Life".
Sep 16, 2015
Trevor Noah, U.N. Ban Ki-Moon, Chris Stapleton
Trevor Noah discusses 'The Daily Show’ and the Republican Party presidential debate. Stephen launches his own lifestyle brand, Covetton House. Ban Ki-moon discusses recent politics. Chris Stapleton performs "Nobody to Blame" from his album 'Traveller’
Sep 17, 2015
Lupita Nyong'o, Senator Bernie Sanders, Christopher Wheeldon, Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope
Lupita Nyong'o discusses 'Eclipsed’ and ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’. Bernie Sanders discusses his presidential campaign. Christopher Wheeldon discusses ‘An American in Paris’, as Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope perform a selection from the play.
Sep 18, 2015
Stephen Curry, Senator Ted Cruz, Don Henley
Stephen Curry discusses 'NBA 2K16’. Stephen vs. Stephen (Stephen and Stephen Curry). Ted Cruz discusses his presidential campaign. Don Henley performs "Too Much Pride" from his album 'Cass County’.
Sep 21, 2015
Donald Trump, Dr. Ernest Moniz, Raury
The Hungry for Power Games (Scott Walker). Donald Trump discusses his presidential campaign. Trump or Colbert? Ernest Moniz discusses the Iran nuclear deal. Raury performs "Devil's Whisper" from his album ‘All We Need’.
Sep 22, 2015
Hugh Jackman, Hugh Evans, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Pearl Jam
Jon Batiste presents his "new book": ‘Underneath the Chuckles: Life, Laughs, Loss, Love and Learning’. Jackman and Evans discuss 'the Global Poverty Project. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses the problems with the government. Pearl Jam discusses the Global Citizen Festival and performs "Mind Your Manners", plus a cover of "Rockin' in the Free World" joined by Stephen on vocals.
Sep 23, 2015
Andrew Sullivan, Maria Shriver, Jim Gaffigan, Archbishop Thomas Wenski, YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus, the Choir of St. Jean Baptiste
The Dope on the Pope. Jim Gaffigan, Maria Shriver, Andrew Sullivan and Archbishop Thomas Wenski discuss Pope Francis's visit to America and Catholicism. YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus and the Choir of St. Jean Baptiste perform a rendition of the Hoyt Axton/Three Dog Night song "Joy to the World".
Sep 24, 2015
Malala Yousafzai, Kerry Washington, The Arcs
Stephen Colbert's All-Inclusive Wedding Cake Toppers. Malala Yousafzai discusses the right to education for women and her new documentary, ‘He Named Me Malala’; she also performs a magic trick for Stephen. Kerry Washington discusses 'Scandal and the Global Citizen Festival. The Arcs performed "Outta My Mind" from their album 'Yours, Dreamily,’.
Sep 25, 2015
First Lady Michelle Obama, John Legend
First Lady Michelle Obama discusses the "Let Girls Learn" initiative, her life and recent politics. Stephen Colbert's Who Am Me? (Stephen takes the MBTI). John Legend discusses the "FreeAmerica" initiative and performs a duet of "America the Beautiful" with Stephen.
Sep 28, 2015
Ellen Page, Jesse Eisenberg, Dominic Wilcox
Elliot Page discusses ‘Freeheld’ and LGBT progress. Jesse Eisenberg discusses his new collection of short stories, ‘Bream Gives Me Hiccups: And Other Stories’. Stephen Colbert Gets All Up in Your Faith. Stephen demonstrates Dominic Wilcox's inventions.
Sep 29, 2015
John Oliver, Evan Spiegel, Bill Withers, Ed Sheeran
Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Tom Hanks). John Oliver discusses ‘Last Week Tonight’. Evan Spiegel discusses Snapchat. Bill Withers and Ed Sheeran discuss Withers' induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as Sheeran performs "Ain't No Sunshine".
Sep 30, 2015
John Kerry, Claire Danes, PewDiePie
John Kerry discusses the Iran nuclear deal. Claire Danes discusses ‘Homeland’. PewDiePie discusses his YouTube channel and his new book, ‘This Book Loves You’.
Oct 1, 2015
Morgan Freeman, Ruth Wilson, Sean Murray
Stephen Colbert's Cyborgasm. Morgan Freeman discusses ‘Madam Secretary’. Ruth Wilson discusses ‘The Affair’. Sean Murray demonstrates ‘No Man's Sky’.
Oct 2, 2015
Senator John McCain, Yo-Yo Ma, Misty Copeland
Yo-Yo Ma sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Whole Foods Apologies. Senator John McCain discusses recent politics. Stephen Colbert's Who Am Me? (Stephen takes a polygraph test). Misty Copeland discusses her new documentary, ‘A Ballerina's Tale’. Copeland also performs the courante from Johann Sebastian Bach's "Cello Suite No. 2" with Ma. The Late Show celebrates Ma's 60th birthday.
Oct 5, 2015
Bill Clinton, Billy Eichner, Florence & the Machine
Stephen Colbert's Pander Express. Bill Clinton discusses the Clinton Foundation, its projects, and the 2016 election. Billy Eichner discusses ‘Billy on the Street’. Florence and the Machine performs "What Kind of Man" from their album 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful’.
Oct 6, 2015
Gina Rodriguez, Ben Bernanke, Tame Impala
The Big Furry Hat. Gina Rodriguez discusses ‘Jane the Virgin’. Stephen Colbert's Esophagorge. Ben Bernanke discusses the 2008 financial crisis and his new book, ‘The Courage to Act’. Tame Impala performs "The Less I Know the Better" from their album 'Currents’.
Oct 7, 2015
Cate Blanchett, Brian Chesky, Dartmouth Football Dummy
Stephen Colbert's Digital Doo. Cate Blanchett discusses ‘Truth’. Brian Chesky discusses Airbnb. Buddy Teevens and Elliot Kastner of the Dartmouth Big Green demonstrate their Tackle Dummy.
Oct 8, 2015
James Corden, Shane Smith, Halsey
Life Hacked. James Corden discusses ‘The Late Late Show’ and his appointment as Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Corden performs "Me and My Shadow" with Stephen. Shane Smith discusses VICE Media. Halsey performs "New Americana" from her album ‘Badlands’.
Oct 9, 2015
Carey Mulligan, Elvis Costello, Darlene Love
Stephen Colbert’s RejecTED Talks. Carey Mulligan discusses ‘Suffragette’ and the British women’s suffrage movement. Stephen takes a meeting with her producer. Elvis Costello discusses his new memoir, ‘Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink’, and his father’s influence. Darlene Love performs “Forbidden Nights”, from her album ‘Introducing Darlene Love’, with Costello.
Oct 12, 2015
Sarah Silverman, Elijah Wood, Symphony of the Goddesses
Stephen Colbert’s Hot Takes. Sarah Silverman discusses ‘I Smile Back’ and reads bad jokes written by kids with Stephen. Elijah Wood talks ’The Lord of the Rings’ with Stephen and discusses ‘The Last Witch Hunter’. Orchestral performance by ‘The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses’.
Oct 13, 2015
Jack Black, Nick Woodman, Michelle Dorrance
Jack Black discusses his years with Tenacious D and Goosebumps. Black performs "My Kind of America" with Stephen. Nick Woodman discusses GoPro. Michelle Dorrance discusses her career and performs a tap dance, with Jon Batiste and Stay Human providing accompaniment.
Oct 14, 2015
Oprah Winfrey, Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor, Judith Hill
Oprah Winfrey discusses spirituality with Stephen and ‘OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network)’. Stephen’s pre-show rituals. Judith Hill performs "Cry, Cry, Cry" from her album ’Back in Time’. Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor discuss ’Welcome to Night Vale’.
Oct 15, 2015
Jimmy Kimmel, Guillermo del Toro, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston, Mia Wasikowska, Beach House
Jimmy Kimmel discusses ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ and his agent, same as Stephen’s, before having a cook-off. Guillermo Del Toro, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston and Mia Wasikowska discuss ’Crimson Peak’. Beach House performs "One Thing" from their album ’Thank Your Lucky Stars’.
Oct 16, 2015
Sienna Miller, Melissa Benoist, Chance the Rapper
The Hungry for Power Games (Jim Webb and Lincoln Chafee), with a cameo appearance by Stanley Tucci. Miller discusses ‘Burnt’. Benoist discusses ‘Supergirl’. Chance the Rapper performs "Angels" from his mixtape ’Coloring Book’.
Oct 26, 2015
Hillary Clinton, Anthony Bourdain, Carrie Brownstein
Lianne La Havas sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Hillary Clinton discusses her presidential campaign. Anthony Bourdain discusses ‘Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown’ and his new graphic novel, ’Get Jiro’. Carrie Brownstein discusses her new memoir, ‘Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl’.
Oct 27, 2015
Julianna Margulies, Jonathan Franzen, Alabama Shakes
Julianna Margulies discusses ‘The Good Wife’. Jonathan Franzen discusses ‘Purity’. Alabama Shakes performs "Joe" from their album ’Sound & Color’. Franzen reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
Oct 28, 2015
Seth MacFarlane, Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Seth MacFarlane discusses his new album, ‘No One Ever Tells You’. Focus on the Universe. Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses ‘StarTalk’ and the latest scientific discoveries. MacFarlane performs "The One I Love (Belongs to Somebody Else)".
Oct 29, 2015
Charlie Rose, Stacy Schiff, Ghost
The Late Show celebrates Halloween. The Zombies sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Cameo appearance by Rob Gronkowski. Charlie Rose comes out as Frankenstein and discusses ‘Charlie Rose’. Late Show Pumpking Carving Tips. Stacy Schiff comes out as a cat lady and discusses her new book, ‘The Witches: Salem, 1692’. Heavy metal band Ghost performs "Cirice" from their album ‘Meliora’, making their first appearance on a US TV show.
Oct 30, 2015
Allison Janney, Colin Quinn, Margaret Cho
Allison Janney discusses ‘Mom’. Colin Quinn discusses ‘Colin Quinn: The New York Story’. Margaret Cho discusses her new special, ‘Psycho’, and performs "Lice" from her album ‘Cho Dependent’.
Nov 2, 2015
Antonio Banderas, Reed Hastings, John Irving
Stephen Colbert Gazes into the Infinet. Antonio Banderas discusses ‘The 33’. Reed Hastings discusses Netflix. John Irving discusses his works and his new book, ‘Avenue of Mysteries’, and reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
Nov 3, 2015
Daniel Craig, Elizabeth Gilbert, Dr. Eugenia Cheng
The Hungry for Power Games (Lawrence Lessig). Daniel Craig discusses ‘Spectre’. Craig rents a new car. Elizabeth Gilbert discusses the creative process and her new book, ‘Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear’. Dr. Eugenia Cheng discusses baking and mathematics.
Nov 4, 2015
Bryan Cranston, Shamir
Stephen Colbert’s Hot Takes. Bryan Cranston discusses ‘Trumbo’. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Bryan Cranston). Jon Batiste and Stephen visit New Orleans. Shamir performs "On the Regular" from his album ‘Ratchet’.
Nov 5, 2015
Whoopi Goldberg, John Kasich, Glen Hansard
Harry Potter and the Cauldron of Spoilers. Stephen Colbert’s RejecTED Talks. Whoopi Goldberg discusses ‘The View’ and her new book, ‘If Someone Says "You Complete Me", RUN!’. Governor John Kasich discusses his presidential campaign. Glen Hansard performs "Lowly Deserter" from his album ‘Didn’t He Ramble’.
Nov 6, 2015
Ethan Hawke, Claire McCaskill, Amy Klobuchar, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Stacie Orrico sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Cameo appearance by Rainn Wilson. Ethan Hawke discusses the New York City Marathon and his new book, ‘Rules for a Knight’. Stephen Colbert’s Midnight Confessions. Senators Claire McCaskill and Amy Klobuchar discuss women in the United States Senate and their books, ‘Plenty Ladylike’ and ‘The Senator Next Door’. Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats perform "I Need Never Get Old" from their eponymous album.
Nov 9, 2015
Aziz Ansari, Shonda Rhimes, Bruce Campbell, Lucy Lawless
Candy Crush Saga "movie clip" with Liam Neeson. Aziz Ansari discusses ‘Master of None’, with an appearance from his father. Shonda Rhimes discusses her new book, ‘Year of Yes’. Bruce Campbell and Lucy Lawless discuss ‘Ash vs. Evil Dead’.
Nov 10, 2015
Viola Davis, Brian Greene, George Ezra
Viola Davis discusses ‘How to Get Away with Murder’. Darlene Love and Stephen wishes Jon Batiste a happy birthday. Brian Greene discusses physics. George Ezra performs "Blame It on Me" from his album ‘Wanted on Voyage’.
Nov 11, 2015
Jennifer Connelly, Judd Apatow, The Internet
An appearance from John Dickerson. Jennifer Connelly discusses ‘Shelter’. Judd Apatow discusses his comeback to standup comedy and his new book, ‘Sick in the Head’. The Internet performs "Under Control" from their album ‘Ego Death’.
Nov 12, 2015
Mark Ruffalo, John Cleese, Michael Flatley
Mark Ruffalo discusses ‘Spotlight’. The Big Furry Hat (with John Cleese). John Cleese discusses his career in comedy and his new book, ‘So, Anyway…’. Michael Flatley discusses ‘Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games’, followed by a tap dance performance. Stephen acknowledges the terrorists attacks in France in the episode’s outro.
Nov 13, 2015
Bill Maher, Florent Groberg, Shepard Fairey, Acro-Cats
Medal of Honor recipient Jack H. Jacobs discusses the terrorists attacks in France. Bill Maher discusses religion and the presidential election. Medal of Honor recipient Florent Groberg discusses the War in Afghanistan. Shepard Fairey discusses his art and his new book, ‘Covert to Overt’. A performance by The Acro-Cats.
Nov 16, 2015
Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Public Image Ltd
CeeLo Green sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Julianne Moore discusses ‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2’ and her new book, ‘Freckleface Strawberry’. Burt Reynolds discusses his acting career and his new book, ‘But Enough About Me’. Public Image Ltd performs "Double Trouble" from their album ‘What the World Needs Now…’.
Nov 17, 2015
Sharon Stone, Justin Theroux, James Taylor
The Hungry for Power Games (Bobby Jindal). Sharon Stone discusses ‘Agent X’. Justin Theroux discusses ‘The Leftovers’ and has an eyebrow acting contest with Stephen. James Taylor performs "Montana" from his album ‘Before This World’, an updated version of "Fire and Rain" with Stephen and a folk rendition of "La Marseillaise".
Nov 18, 2015
Jane Fonda, Andrew Lloyd Webber
12-year-old Brandon Niederauer sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Jane Fonda discusses ‘Youth, Grace and Frankie’ and her career. Andrew Lloyd Webber discusses the musical and performs excerpts from his works with Stephen and Jon Batiste.
Nov 19, 2015
Michael Caine, Larry Wilmore, Boots
Vulfpeck sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Michael Caine discusses ‘Youth’ and his career. Larry Wilmore discusses ‘The Nightly Show’ and his new book, ‘I’d Rather We Got Casinos’. Boots performs "C.U.R.E." from his album ‘AQUΛRIA’.
Nov 20, 2015
Sylvester Stallone, Ted Koppel, My Morning Jacket
An appearance from 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Kyle Busch. The Late Show Presents: Thanksgiving Turkey Tips with Our Friends at Butterball. Sylvester Stallone discusses ‘Creed’ and ‘Rocky’. Ted Koppel discusses his new book, ‘Lights Out’. My Morning Jacket performs "Tropics" from their album ‘The Waterfall’.
Nov 23, 2015
Spike Lee, Andy Cohen, Carly Simon
Spike Lee discusses ‘Chi-Raq’. Andy Cohen discusses ‘Then and Now’ and his new book, ‘The Andy Cohen Diaries’. Carly Simon discusses her new memoir, ‘Boys in the Trees’ and performs "Mockingbird" with Stephen. Simon also performs "I Can’t Thank You Enough" from her greatest hits album ‘Songs from the Trees
Nov 24, 2015
Gloria Estefan, Eric Greitens, Jake Wood, Daniel Boulud
The Late Show celebrates Thanksgiving. Gloria Estefan discusses ‘On Your Feet!’ and her Cuban heritage. Stephen says goodbye to Zobo, the Late Show Joke-Testing Ape. Eric Greitens and Jake Wood discuss ‘The Mission Continues’ and ‘Team Rubicon’. Daniel Boulud presents his new book, ‘Daniel: My French Cuisine’, and prepares turkeys with Stephen.
Nov 25, 2015
Steve Carell, Jennifer Hudson
Victoria’s Secret Angels Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo and Taylor Hill eat buffalo wings. Steve Carell discusses ‘The Big Short’ and sings "Dance With Me" with Stephen. Jennifer Hudson discusses ‘The Color Purple’. Morgan Freeman’s announcer audition. Hudson and the cast of The Color Purple perform "Push Da Button".
Dec 7, 2015
Marion Cotillard, George Saunders, Joanna Newsom
Stephen’s J. R. R. Tolkien geekdom pays off. Marion Cotillard discusses ‘Macbeth’. Things That Sound Way More Intriguing When Said in French (with Marion Cotillard). George Saunders discusses his new book, ‘The Very Persistent Gappers of Frip’ and sings ‘Today Is A Beautiful Day, But Not For You’. Joanna Newsom performs "Leaving the City" from her album ‘Divers’. Saunders reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
Dec 8, 2015
Michelle Dockery, Hugh Bonneville, Allen Leech, Adam McKay, Kurt Vile
Michelle Dockery, Alan Bonneville and Allen Leech discuss ‘Downton Abbey’ and perform a scene with Stephen. Stephen changes a lightbulb outside the Ed Sullivan Theater. Adam McKay discusses ‘The Big Short’. Kurt Vile performs "Pretty Pimpin" from his album ‘B’lieve I’m Goin Down…’.
Dec 9, 2015
Bruce Willis, Michael Lewis, Lizzo
Jon Stewart makes an appearance to discuss the Zadroga Act. Stephen Colbert’s Midnight Confessions. Bruce Willis discusses ‘Misery’. Stephen doesn’t believe Willis does his own stunts and a fight ensues. Michael Lewis discusses ‘The Big Short’. Andrew Delbanco and Stephen ride a rollercoaster and discuss ‘Moby-Dick’. Lizzo performs "Ain’t I" from her album ‘Big Grrrl Small World’.
Dec 10, 2015
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ike Barinholtz, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses ‘Hamilton’, New York and his influences. Miranda and Stephen present "Button! The American Musical". Ike Barinholtz discusses ‘Sisters’. Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings perform "8 Days (of Hanukkah)" from their album ‘It’s a Holiday Soul Party’.
Dec 11, 2015
Jennifer Lawrence, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Sleater-Kinney
Stephen says goodbye to oil. Jennifer Lawrence discusses ‘Joy’ and being human. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Jennifer Lawrence). Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses the presidential election. The Late Show Presents: Quotable Notables’ Quotables. Sleater-Kinney performs "Bury Our Friends" from their album ‘No Cities to Love’.
Dec 14, 2015
Quentin Tarantino, Jonathan Groff, Squeeze
Stephen auditions as Han Solo (appearances by Harrison Ford and J. J. Abrams). Quentin Tarantino discusses ‘The Hateful Eight’ and his career. The Big Furry Hat. Jonathan Groff discusses ‘Hamilton’ and teaches Stephen his King George III walk. Squeeze performs "Happy Days" from their album ‘Cradle to the Grave’, with Jon Batiste & Stay Human providing musical accompaniment.
Dec 15, 2015
Robert De Niro, Daniel Gilbert, Henry Rollins
Hashtag: #SpoilerSpoilers. Robert De Niro discusses ‘Joy’ and his career. De Niro also enjoys a cold martini (and silence) with Stephen. Daniel Gilbert discusses his new book, ‘Stumbling on Happiness’. Henry Rollins discusses ‘He Never Died’ and performs A Very Rollins Christmas with Stephen.
Dec 16, 2015
Michael Moore, Samantha Power, Michael C. Hall, Lazarus
Crunchy the Squirrel presents Oatie-O’s. Michael Moore discusses ‘Where to Invade Next’ and takes a more positive look at the world. Samantha Power discusses her position as Ambassador to the United Nations. Michael C. Hall discusses ‘Lazarus’. The Late Show Holiday Gift Guide. Hall and the cast of Lazarus perform the title track of the play.
Dec 17, 2015
Mandy Patinkin, Kayvon Beykpour, Leon Bridges
The Late Show celebrates Christmas. Mandy Patinkin discusses ‘Homeland’ and has some thoughts on the world, fear and humanity. Christmas Party Apologies. Kayvon Beykpour discusses ‘Periscope’. Leon Bridges performs Sam Cooke’s "Jesus Gave Me Water".
Dec 18, 2015
Samuel L. Jackson, Olivia Hallisey
Stephen welcomes actor Samuel L. Jackson, and Google Science Fair Winner Olivia Hallisey.
Jan 4, 2016
John Krasinski, Killer Mike, George Church, Foals
Stephen welcomes actor John Krasinski, Hip Hop artist Killer Mike, geneticist George Church, and a musical performance by Foals.
Jan 5, 2016
Jerry Seinfeld, Senator Rand Paul, Andra Day
Stephen welcomes a stand-up performance by and interview with Jerry Seinfeld, Senator Rand Paul, plus a musical performance by Andra Day.
Jan 6, 2016
Damian Lewis, America Ferrera, FloydLittle's Double Dutch team
Stephen welcomes actor Damian Lewis, actress America Ferrera, plus a performance by FloydLittle's Double Dutch team.
Jan 7, 2016
Matthew Broderick, Sarah Parcak, Kacey Musgraves
Stephen welcomes actor Matthew Broderick, space archaeologist Sarah Parcak, plus a musical performance by Kacey Musgraves.
Jan 8, 2016
Jane Lynch, Sec. Julian Castro, EL VY
Stephen welcomes actress Jane Lynch, from the the CBS comedy series "Angel From Hell"; Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro, and a musical performance by EL VY.
Jan 11, 2016
Saoirse Ronan, Jeremy Stoppelman, Laura Ricciardi & Moira Demos, James Bay
Stephen welcomes actress Saoirse Ronan, CEO of Yelp Jeremy Stoppelman, "Making a Murderer" Filmmakers Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos, and a musical performance by James Bay.
Jan 12, 2016
Paul Giamatti, Guerrilla Girls, J.B. Mauney
Stephen welcomes actor Paul Giamatti, artists Guerrilla Girls, and professional bull rider J.B. Mauney.
Jan 13, 2016
Olivia Munn, T.J. Miller, Father John Misty
Stephen welcomes actress Olivia Munn, T.J Miller, and a musical performance by Father John Misty.
Jan 14, 2016
Scott Kelly, Abby Wambach, Maria Bamford
Stephen welcomes astronaut Scott Kelly, U.S. Women's Soccer star Abby Wambach, and comedian Maria Bamford.
Jan 15, 2016
Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Deray McKesson, Grace
Stephen welcomes Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Civil Rights Activist DeRay McKesson, and a musical performance by Grace.
Jan 18, 2016
Charlie Day, Colin Hanks, Margo Price
Stephen welcomes Charlie Day, Colin Hanks from the CBS comedy series "Life in Pieces," and a musical performance by Margo Price.
Jan 19, 2016
James Spader, Brandon Marshall, Sarah Koenig, Rev Run
Stephen welcomes actor James Spader, New York Jets Wide Receiver Brandon Marshall, host and Executive Producer of "Serial" Podcast Sarah Koenig, and Rev Run.
Jan 20, 2016
Christian Slater, Josh Radnor, Iggy Pop
Stephen welcomes actors Christian Slater and Josh Radnor and musician Iggy Pop.
Jan 21, 2016
Steven Tyler, Gaby Hoffmann, Låpsley
Jan 22, 2016
Donald Rumsfeld, Russell Westbrook, Jackson Browne
Stephen welcomes Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, Oklahoma City Thunder Point Guard Russell Westbrook, and a musical performance by Jackson Browne.
Jan 25, 2016
Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, Lake Street Dive
Stephen welcomes Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, and a musical performance by Lake Street Dive.
Jan 26, 2016
Chris Pine, Danielle Brooks, Jonah Reider, Baauer
Stephen welcomes Chris Pine, actress Danielle Brooks, Columbia University student Jonah Reider, and a musical performance by Baauer.
Jan 27, 2016
Josh Brolin, John Dickerson, Erin Brockovich, Aubrie Sellers
Stephen welcomes Josh Brolin, John Dickers, host of CBS News's "Face the Nation"; Environmental Activist Erin Brockovich, and a musical performance by Aubrie Sellers.
Jan 28, 2016
John Travolta, Courtney B. Vance, Amy Cuddy, John Moreland
Stephen welcomes John Travolta and Courtney B. Vance, author Amy Cuddy, and a musical performance John Moreland.
Feb 1, 2016
David Schwimmer, Joel Osteen, M. Ward
Stephen welcomes David Schwimmer, Pastor Joel Osteen, and a musical performance by M. Ward.
Feb 2, 2016
Dr. Phil McGraw, Mark & Jay Duplass, Michael Eric Dyson, Anderson Paak and the Free Nationals
Stephen welcomes Dr. Phil, creators of "Togetherness" Mark and Jay Duplass, author Michael Eric Dyson, and a musical performance by Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals.
Feb 3, 2016
Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, Wilco
Stephen welcomes Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, and a musical performance by Wilco.
Feb 4, 2016
Bobby Cannavale, Donny Deutsch, Charles Kelley
Stephen welcomes Bobby Cannavale; Advertising executive Donny Deutsch, and a musical performance by Charles Kelley.
Feb 5, 2016
Tina Fey and Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell, Megyn Kelly, Key & Peele
Stephen welcomes Tina Fey and Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell, Megyn Kelly, and Key & Peele.
Feb 7, 2016
Bill O'Reilly, Eddie George, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Stephen welcomes Bill O'Reilly, former NFL star Eddie George, and a musical performance by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.
Feb 8, 2016
Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, Jon Batiste & Stay Human
Stephen welcomes Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, and a musical performance by Jon Batiste & Stay Human.
Feb 9, 2016
Ben Stiller, Bernie Sanders, Tao: Seventeen Samurai
Stephen welcomes Ben Stiller, Senator Bernie Sanders, and a performance by Tao: Seventeen Samurai.
Feb 10, 2016
Kelsey Grammer, Fred Armisen, Sarah McDaniel, Ty Segall and the Muggers
Stephen welcomes Kelsey Grammer, Fred Armisen, “Playboy” cover girl Sarah McDaniel, and a musical performance by Ty Segall and the Muggers.
Feb 11, 2016
Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, Scott Waites
Stephen welcomes Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, and World Darts Champion Scott Waites.
Feb 15, 2016
Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & Ilana Glazer, Lucinda Williams
Stephen welcomes Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & ilana Glazer, and a musical performance by Lucinda Williams.
Feb 16, 2016
Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, Courtney Barnett
Stephen welcomes Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, and a musical performance by Courtney Barnett.
Feb 17, 2016
Tea Leoni, Amanda Peet, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog
Stephen welcomes actress Tea Leoni from the CBS drama series "Madam Secretary", Amanda Peet, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog.
Feb 18, 2016
Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, The Lumineers
Stephen welcomes Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, and a musical performance by The Lumineers.
Feb 19, 2016
Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, Mavis Staples
Stephen welcomes Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, and an interview with and musical performance by Mavis Staples.
Feb 22, 2016
Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, Violent Femmes
Stephen welcomes Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, and a musical performance by Violent Femmes.
Feb 23, 2016
Adrien Brody, Danai Gurira, Brian Greene
Stephen welcomes Adrien Brody, actress Danai Gurira from "The Walking Dead," and Physicist Brian Greene.
Feb 24, 2016
Tim Daly, Graham Nash, Jason Isbell
Stephen welcomes Tim Daly from the CBS drama series “Madam Secretary," Singer-songwriter Graham Nash, and a musical performance by Jason Isbell .
Feb 25, 2016
Spike Jonze, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Jack Garratt
Stephen welcomes Director Spike Jonze, Jeffrey Dean Morgan from the CBS drama series “The Good Wife” and a musical performance by Jack Garratt.
Feb 29, 2016
Chrissy Teigen, Mike Birbiglia, Adam Savage
Stephen welcomes Chrissy Teigen, comedian Mike Birbiglia, and Adam Savage of “MythBusters."
Mar 1, 2016
Octavia Spencer, John Stamos, Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Lucius
Stephen welcomes Octavia Spencer, the cast of “Fuller House”: John Stamos, Bob Saget and Dave Coulier, and a musical performance by Lucius.
Mar 2, 2016
Christopher Meloni, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Edward Byers, Ray LaMontagne
Stephen welcomes Christopher Meloni, actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead;, Medal of Honor Recipient Edward Byers, and a musical performance by Ray LaMontagne.
Mar 3, 2016
Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, Max Greenfield
Stephen welcomes Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, and actor Max Greenfield.
Mar 7, 2016
Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, DMA’S
Stephen welcomes Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, and a musical performance by DMA'S.
Mar 8, 2016
Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, Esperanza Spalding
Stephen welcomes Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, and a musical performance by Esperanza Spalding.
Mar 9, 2016
Anna Kendrick, Loretta Lynch, Brian Fallon
Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick, U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch, and a musical performance by Brian Fallon.
Mar 10, 2016
Jeff Daniels, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Audra McDonald
Stephen welcomes Jeff Daniels, actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Audra McDonald.
Mar 11, 2016
John Oliver, Jordan Spieth, New Order
Stephen welcomes John Oliver, World #1 Golfer Jordan Spieth, and a musical performance by New Order.
Mar 14, 2016
Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Shirley MacLaine, Gustavo Dudamel
Stephen welcomes Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Shirley MacLaine, and an interview with Los Angeles Philharmonic conductor Gustavo Dudamel and performance with orchestra.
Mar 15, 2016
Theo James, Jussie Smollett, Laurie Anderson
Stephen welcomes Theo James, Jussie Smollett, and a musical performance by Laurie Anderson.
Mar 16, 2016
William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, Isaac Mizrahi
Stephen welcomes William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, and Isaac Mizrahi.
Mar 17, 2016
Tom Hiddleston, Laura Benant, Frightened Rabbit
Stephen welcomes Tom Hiddleston, Laura Benanti from the CBS drama series "Supergirl" and a musical performance by Frightened Rabbit.
Mar 28, 2016
Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, Savages
Stephen welcomes Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, and a musical performance by Savages.
Mar 29, 2016
Eric Stonestreet, Jason Jones, Elizabeth Warren
An interview with Cartoon Donald Trump. Eric Stonestreet discusses 'Confirmation and Modern Family’. Jason Jones discusses 'The Detour’. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses the presidential race.
Mar 30, 2016
Sarah Paulson, Tatiana Maslany, Wynton Marsalis, Lil Buck, Jared Grimes
Stephen welcomes Sarah Paulson, Tatiana Maslany, and interview with and musical performance by Wynton Marsalis, Lil Buck, and Jared Grimes.
Mar 31, 2016
Steve Buscemi, Benjamin Walker, Broadway Cast of 'American Psycho'
Stephen welcomes Steve Buscemi, actor Benjamin Walker, and a performance by the cast of Broadway's "American Psycho."
Apr 1, 2016
Matthew Perry, Nick Offerman, Explosions In The Sky, Parliament-Funkadelic
Stephen welcomes Matthew Perry from the CBS comedy series "The Odd Couple," Nick Offerman, a musical performance by Explosions In The Sky, and Parliament-Funkadelic sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Apr 4, 2016
Melissa McCarthy, Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, BABYMETAL
Stephen welcomes Melissa McCarthy & Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, and a musical performance by BABYMETAL.
Apr 5, 2016
Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, Autolux
Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick & Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, and a musical performance by Autolux.
Apr 6, 2016
Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, Ken Burns
Stephen welcomes Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, and filmmaker Ken Burns.
Apr 7, 2016
Hillary Clinton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Katharine McPhee, Sturgill Simpson, Wayne Shorter
Stephen welcomes Hillary Clinton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Katharine McPhee from the CBS drama series "Scorpion," a musical performance by Sturgill Simpson, and Wayne Shorter sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Apr 18, 2016
Rep. Paul Ryan, Kevin Spacey, Thomas Middleditch, The Flaming Lips, Arturo Sandoval
Stephen welcomes Kevin Spacey, actor Thomas Middleditch, a musical performance by The Flaming Lips, and Arturo Sandoval sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Apr 19, 2016
Dennis Quaid, Matt Walsh, Charles Bradley, Tootie & Jimmy Heath
Stephen welcomes Dennis Quaid, actor Matt Walsh, a musical performance by Charles Bradley, and Tootie & Jimmy Heath sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Apr 20, 2016
Tom Hanks, Leslie Odom Jr., The Strumbellas, Roy Haynes
Stephen welcomes Tom Hanks, Leslie Odom Jr., a musical performance by The Strumbellas, and Roy Haynes sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Apr 21, 2016
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sam Morril
Stephen welcomes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and comedian Sam Morril.
Apr 22, 2016
Michelle Williams, Eddie Huang, Bob Mould
Stephen welcomes Michelle Williams, Viceland's Eddie Huang, and a musical performance by Bob Mould.
Apr 25, 2016
J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, Chris Wallace
Stephen welcomes J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, and Chris Wallace.
Apr 26, 2016
Susan Sarandon, David Tennant, Catfish and The Bottlemen
Stephen welcomes Susan Sarandon, actor David Tennant, and a musical performance by Catfish and The Bottlemen.
Apr 27, 2016
Julianna Margulies, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Hank Azaria, Phil Knight
Stephen welcomes the cast of the CBS drama series "The Good Wife": Julianna Margulies, Christine Baranski, and Matt Czuchry, also Hank Azaria, and Nike Co-Founder and Chairman Phil Knight.
Apr 28, 2016
Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein, Gwen Stefani
Stephen welcomes Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein and a musical performance by Gwen Stefani.
Apr 29, 2016
Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, Deerhunter
Stephen welcomes Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, and a musical performance by Deerhunter.
May 2, 2016
Dakota Johnson, Sebastian Stan, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Stephen welcomes Dakota Johnson, Sebastian Stan, and a musical performance by Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.
May 3, 2016
Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, Maxwell
Stephen welcomes Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, and a musical performance by Maxwell.
May 4, 2016
Judge Judy, Zac Posen, W. Kamau Bell
Stephen welcomes Judge Judy, Zac Posen and W. Kamau Bell.
May 5, 2016
Lily Tomlin, Kumail Nanjiani, Ryan Hamilton
Stephen welcomes Lily Tomlin, actor Kumail Nanjiani, and a performance by stand-up comedian Ryan Hamilton.
May 6, 2016
Kaley Cuoco, Dan Savage, The National
Stephen welcomes Kaley Cuoco from the CBS comedy series "The Big Bang Theory," author and podcast host Dan Savage, and a musical performance by The National.
May 9, 2016
Chloe Grace Moretz, Katie Couric, Charlamagne Tha God
May 10, 2016
Kate Beckinsale, B.J. Novak, Desiigner
May 11, 2016
Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Jessie Mueller, Animal Collective
May 12, 2016
Matt Bomer, Zach Woods, Nick Griffin
May 13, 2016
Jason Sudeikis; Michael Weatherly from the CBS drama series "NCIS"; Megyn Kelly
May 16, 2016
Anthony Anderson; Eugene Levy & Catherine O'Hara; musical performance by Coldplay
May 16, 2016
Josh Gad; Gillian Jacobs; musical performance by Band of Horses
May 18, 2016
Rose Byrne; Bobby Flay; interview with and performance by Weird Al Yankovic
May 19, 2016
Seth Rogen; Krysten Ritter; musical performance by Wolf Parade
May 20, 2016
Emilia Clarke; Shiri Appleby; musical performance by Cynthia Erivo
May 23, 2016
Sean Hayes; Brooklyn Decker; Lewis Black
May 24, 2016
James McAvoy; Nick Swardson; Physicist Brian Greene
May 25, 2016
Lizzy Caplan; Neil Young; Mike Epps
May 26, 2016
Rashida Jones; musical performance by The Struts
May 27, 2016
James Corden, host of CBS's "The Late Late Show"; Scott Speedman; musical performance by Death Cab for Cutie
Jun 6, 2016
Jude Law; Norman Reedus; musical performance by Hundred Waters with Skrillex featuring Chance the Rapper
Jun 7, 2016
Laura Linney; John Leguizamo; musical performance by Gary Clark Jr.; Paula Robison sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
Jun 8, 2016
Patrick Wilson; Gayle King; Gary Johnson & William Weld
Jun 9, 2016
David Duchovny; Aaron Tveit from the CBS drama series "BrainDead"; Juggler Alexander Koblikov
Jun 10, 2016
Bill O'Reilly; Anna Chlumsky; Aesop Rock
Jun 13, 2016
Daniel Radcliffe; George Lopez; musical performance by HINDS
Jun 14, 2016
Liam Hemsworth; Ana Gasteyer; stand-up comedy performance by Paul Mecurio
Jun 15, 2016
Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas; Amy Ryan; musical performance by Nick Jonas
Jun 16, 2016
Aaron Paul; Michael Ian Black; Silversun Pickups
Jun 17, 2016
Alexander Skarsgård, Natasha Leggero, Ziggy Marley
Jun 20, 2016
Aubrey Plaza; Hugh Dancy; Andrew Zimmern
Jun 21, 2016
Uzo Aduba; Neil DeGrasse Tyson; Adia Victoria
Jun 22, 2016
Bernie Sanders, Paul Dano, Rascal Flatts
Jun 23, 2016
Kevin Hart, Taylor Schilling, RuPaul Charles
Jun 24, 2016
Kevin Love; Jenny Slate; Dierks Bentley
Jun 27, 2016
Tom Brokaw; Sarah & Erin Foster; Bibi Bourelly
Jun 28, 2016
Samuel L. Jackson; Julie Klausner; ScHoolboy Q
Jun 29, 2016
Ellie Kemper; Patrick Fugit; We Are Scientists
Jun 30, 2016
Zachary Quinto; Natasha Lyonne; 2 Chainz
Jul 1, 2016
Bryan Cranston, Busy Philipps, Blink-182
Jul 4, 2016
Nicholas Hoult; John Turturro; Bret Baier; Young Greatness
Jul 5, 2016
Benjamin Bratt; Rob Corddry; The Shelters
Jul 13, 2016
Bill Maher; Michael K. Williams; Parquet Courts
Jul 14, 2016
Charlie Rose, Gayle King & Norah O'Donnell, DeRay Mckesson, Bonnie McFarlane
Jul 15, 2016
RNC, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Saunders, Ron Suskind
Jul 18, 2016
RNC, Keegan-Michael Key, Kathryn Hahn, Jenny Lewis & NAF
Jul 19, 2016
RNC, Tony Goldwyn, Mark Cuban, Lewis Black, Cory Kahaney, Wyclef Jean
Jul 20, 2016
RNC, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Billy Eichner, Cory Kahaney
Jul 21, 2016
Jennifer Saunders
Jul 22, 2016
DNC, Allison Janney, Anthony Weiner, Ryan Adams
Jul 25, 2016
DNC, Jeff Daniels, Bassem Youssef, Aurora
Jul 26, 2016
DNC, John Oliver, Jai Courtney, Charlamagne Tha God, DMC
Jul 27, 2016
DNC, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Eric Andre
Jul 28, 2016
DNC Highlights
Jul 29, 2016
Viola Davis; Simon Helberg; Declan McKenna
Aug 1, 2016
Will Smith; Logan Lerman; Tony Bennett
Aug 2, 2016
John Cena; Scott Eastwood; Aaron Neville
Aug 3, 2016
Jamie Dornan, Javier Muñoz, Malcolm Gladwell, The O'Jays
Aug 4, 2016
Diane Kruger; Mark Normand; Ibtihaj Muhammad
Aug 5, 2016
Amy Schumer; Omari Hardwick; Michaela Watkins
Aug 22, 2016
Rami Malek, Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers, Diana Gordon
Aug 23, 2016
Anderson Cooper, Edgar Ramirez, Kip Moore
Aug 24, 2016
Senator Tim Kaine, Tony Hale, Car Seat Headrest
Aug 25, 2016
Rachel Weisz; Kevin Smith; Spike Feresten
Aug 26, 2016
Riz Ahmed; Pedro Pascal; Angel Olsen
Aug 29, 2016
John Krasinski; Adam Brody; St. Paul and The Broken Bones
Aug 30, 2016
Christian Slater, Congressman John Lewis, Chris Geere
Aug 31, 2016
Larry Wilmore; Chris Noth; Sampha
Sep 1, 2016
Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.
Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.
Sep 2, 2016
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