Stephen Colbert
Self - Host
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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Season 7
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Episode 145 min2021-09-07
Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, the War on Drugs
Breaking 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.
Episode 245 min2021-09-08
Chris Wallace, Holland Taylor
Animal 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’.
Episode 345 min2021-09-09
Sarah Paulson, Kacey Musgraves
Seditionist 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’.
Episode 445 min2021-09-13
Jeff Daniels, Nate Burleson
Stephen and Jon Batiste acknowledge the death of George Wein. Jeff Daniels discusses ‘American Rust’. Nate Burleson discusses ‘CBS Mornings’.
Episode 545 min2021-09-14
Justice Stephen Breyer
Stephen 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.
Episode 645 min2021-09-15
Jessica Chastain, Stephen Sondheim
The 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’.
Episode 745 min2021-09-16
Melissa McCarthy, Lindsey Buckingham
Space 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.
Episode 845 min2021-09-20
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).
Episode 945 min2021-09-21
Bob Woodward, Robert Costa, Leon Bridges
Late 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’.
Episode 1045 min2021-09-22
Shawn Mendes, Chris Turner
Climate Night. Shawn Mendes discusses climate change action and his new single, "Summer of Love". Chris Turner gives a stand-up performance.
Episode 1145 min2021-09-23
Anderson Cooper, John Mayer
Disinformation 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’.
Episode 1245 min2021-09-27
Paul Giamatti, Jon Stewart
Breaking News. Jon Stewart takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 14 episode). Paul Giamatti discusses ‘Billions’.
Episode 1345 min2021-09-28
Drew Carey, Phoebe Robinson
The 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.
Episode 1445 min2021-09-29
Anita Hill, Alessandro Nivola
Apocalypse 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.
Episode 1545 min2021-09-30
John Lithgow, Theo Croker, Wyclef Jean
Apocalypse 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.
Episode 1645 min2021-10-01
Rebecca Ferguson
Seditionist Round Up Roundup. Stephen’s Apology Fest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (special appearances by Pat Murphy and Brent Suter). Rebecca Ferguson discusses ‘Dune’.
Episode 1745 min2021-10-04
Julianna Margulies, Toby Keith
Rich 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’.
Episode 1845 min2021-10-05
Michael Keaton, Zac Brown Band
The 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’.
Episode 1945 min2021-10-06
Bret Baier, Susie Essman
Apocalypse 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.
Episode 2045 min2021-10-07
Sanjay Gupta, Denis Villeneuve
Stephen welcomes author Sanjay Gupta and director Denis Villeneuve.
Episode 2145 min2021-10-08
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.
Episode 2245 min2021-10-18
Rep. Adam Schiff, Kacey Musgraves
Stephen welcomes Rep. Adam Schiff and a musical performance by Kacey Musgraves.
Episode 2345 min2021-10-19
Nick Offerman, Charlamagne Tha God
Stephen welcomes actor Nick Offerman and radio & TV personality Charlamagne tha God.
Episode 2445 min2021-10-20
Issa Rae, H.E.R.
Stephen welcomes actress Issa Rae and a musical performance by H.E.R.
Episode 2545 min2021-10-21
Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya
Stephen welcomes actor Timothée Chalamet and actress Zendaya.
Episode 2645 min2021-10-22
Andie MacDowell, Lana Del Rey
Stephen welcomes actress Andie MacDowell and a musical performance by Lana Del Rey.
Episode 2745 min2021-10-25
Bruce Springsteen
Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Bruce Springsteen.
Episode 2845 min2021-10-26
Katie Couric, Gabby Barret
Stephen welcomes journalist Katie Couric and a musical performance by Gabby Barrett.
Episode 2945 min2021-10-27
Elizabeth Banks, Jorja Fox
Stephen welcomes actress Elizabeth Banks and actress Jorja Fox.
Episode 3045 min2021-10-28
John Leguizamo, Thomasin McKenzie
Stephen welcomes actor John Leguizamo and actress Thomasin McKenzie.
Episode 3145 min2021-10-29
Trevor Noah, My Morning Jacket
Stephen welcomes TV host Trevor Noah and a musical performance by My Morning Jacket.
Episode 3245 min2021-11-01
David Byrne, Huma Abedin
Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by David Byrne and political staffer Huma Abedin.
Episode 3345 min2021-11-02
Michael C. Hall, Michael Eric Dyson
Stephen welcomes actor Michael C. Hall and professor Michael Eric Dyson.
Episode 3445 min2021-11-03
Andy Cohen, Thundercat
Stephen welcomes host Andy Cohen and a musical performance by Thundercat.
Episode 3545 min2021-11-04
Billy Porter, Annaleigh Ashford
Stephen welcomes actor Billy Porter and actress Annaleigh Ashford.
Episode 3645 min2021-11-05
Tony Hale, Snail Mail
Stephen welcomes actor Tony Hale and a musical performance by Snail Mail.
Episode 3745 min2021-11-08
Jonathan Karl, Brandi Carlile
Stephen welcomes journalist Jonathan Karl plus an interview with and musical performance by Brandi Carlile.
Episode 3845 min2021-11-09
Quentin Tarantino
Stephen welcomes filmmaker Quentin Tarantino and unveiling People’s Sexiest Man Alive.
Episode 3945 min2021-11-10
Aubrey Plaza, Bruce Springsteen
Stephen welcomes actress Aubrey Plaza and musician Bruce Springsteen.
Episode 4045 min2021-11-11
Kenneth Branagh, Ellie Kemper
Stephen welcomes actor Kenneth Branagh and actress Ellie Kemper.
Episode 4145 min2021-11-12
Jeff Goldblum, Rod Stewart
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum and Rod Stewart performance.
Episode 4245 min2021-11-15
Paul Rudd, Sting
Stephen welcomes actor Paul Rudd and a musical performance by Sting.
Episode 4345 min2021-11-16
Eric Adams, Dwyane Wade
Stephen welcomes Mayor-elect of New York City Eric Adams and former professional basketball Dwyane Wade.
Episode 4445 min2021-11-17
Adam Driver, America Ferrera
The 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.
Episode 4545 min2021-11-19
Kevin Hart, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss
Nearly 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.
Episode 4645 min2021-11-22
Andrew Garfield, José Andres
Stephen welcomes actor Andrew Garfield and chef José Andrés.
Episode 4745 min2021-11-23
Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett
Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Lady Gaga with Tony Bennett.
Episode 4845 min2021-11-24
Rosamund Pike, Peter Jackson
Stephen welcomes actress Rosamund Pike and film director Peter Jackson.
Episode 4945 min2021-11-29
Peter Jackson, Chelsea Cutler
Stephen welcomes producer Peter Jackson and a musical performance by Chelsea Cutler.
Episode 5045 min2021-11-30
Peter Dinklage, Lee Jung-Jae, Aaron & Bryce Dessner
Stephen welcomes actor Peter Dinklage, actor Lee Jung-Jae, and a musical performance by Peter Dinklage & Aaron & Bryce Dessner “The National” from the film “Cyrano.”
Episode 5145 min2021-12-01
Javier Bardem, Gang of Youths
Stephen welcomes actor Javier Bardem and a musical performance by Gang of Youths.
Episode 5245 min2021-12-02
Mahershala Ali, Jason Reynolds
Stephen welcomes actor Mahershala Ali and author Jason Reynolds.
Episode 5345 min2021-12-03
Jeff Goldblum, Natalie Hemby
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum and a musical performance by Natalie Hemby.
Episode 5445 min2021-12-06
Jennifer Lawrence, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Lawrence and a musical performance by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats.
Episode 5545 min2021-12-07
Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon; Glass Animals
Stephen welcomes actress Kristin Davis, actress Cynthia Nixon, and a musical performance by Glass Animals.
Episode 5645 min2021-12-08
Dr. David Agus; Natalie Hemby
Stephen 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.
Episode 5745 min2021-12-09
Michael B. Jordan; Nathaniel Rateliff
Stephen welcomes actor Michael B. Jordan. Nathaniel Rateliff joins Jon Batiste in a musical performance. Meanwhile!
Episode 5845 min2021-12-10
Sting, David Alan Grier
Stephen welcome musical artist Sting, and actor David Alan Grier. Sting performs and takes the Colbert Questionnaire.
Episode 5945 min2021-12-13
Keanu Reeves, Brett Eldredge
Stephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves. Musical performance by Brett Eldredge.
Episode 6045 min2021-12-14
Henry Cavill, Jonathan Groff
Stephen welcomes actor Henry Cavill, actor Jonathan Groff.
Episode 6145 min2021-12-15
Denzel Washington, Maggie Gyllenhaal
Stephen welcomes actor Denzel Washington, actor Maggie Gyllenhaal. Stephen celebrates the 20th anniversary of "Lord of the Rings" with special guests.
Episode 6245 min2021-12-16
Anderson Cooper
Stephen welcomes news anchor Anderson Cooper.
Episode 6345 min2022-01-03
Dr. Rochelle Walensky, Utkarsh Ambudkar
Stephen welcomes director of the Centers for Disease Control Dr. Rochelle Walensky and actor Utkarsh Ambudkar.
Episode 6445 min2022-01-04
Jennifer Lawrence, Ralph Macchio, The Flaming Lips ft. Nell Smith
Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Lawrence, actor Ralph Macchio, and a musical performance by Nell & The Flaming Lips.
Episode 6545 min2022-01-05
Eliana Kwartler, Amy Klobuchar, SAINt JHN
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Episode 6645 min2022-01-06
John Dickerson, Corey Hawkins
No episode overview available.
Episode 6745 min2022-01-07
Keanu Reeves, Genesis Owusu
Stephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves, and a musical performance by Genesis Owusu.
Episode 6845 min2022-01-10
Gayle King, Tig Notaro
Stephen welcomes journalist Gayle King and comic Tig Notaro.
Episode 6945 min2022-01-11
Bradley Cooper, Robert Finley, Dan Auerbach
Stephen welcomes actor Bradley Cooper and a musical performance by Robert Finley & Dan Auerbach.
Episode 7045 min2022-01-12
Keanu Reeves, Caitriona Balfe
Stephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves takes “The Colbert Questionert” and actress Caitriona Balfe.
Episode 7145 min2022-01-13
Liev Schreiber, Allison Russell
Stephen welcomes actor Liev Schreiber and a musical performance by Allison Russell.
Episode 7245 min2022-01-14
Bradley Cooper, Corey Stoll, Geese
Stephen welcomes actor Bradley Cooper, actor Corey Stoll, and a musical performance by Geese.
Episode 7345 min2022-01-17
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Ingrid Andress, Sam Hunt
Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and a musical performance by Ingrid Andress & Sam Hunt.
Episode 7445 min2022-01-18
Brian Cox, Samantha Bee
Stephen welcomes actor Brian Cox and TV personality Samantha Bee.
Episode 7545 min2022-01-19
Christine Baranski, Nation of Language
Stephen welcomes actress Christine Baranski and a musical performance by Nation of Language.
Episode 7645 min2022-01-20
Dionne Warwick, David Cross
Stephen welcomes singer Dionne Warwick and actor David Cross.
Episode 7745 min2022-01-21
Elvis Costello
Stephen welcomes musician Elvis Costello and a musical performance by Elvis Costello & the Imposters.
Episode 7845 min2022-01-24
Kristen Stewart, Jonathan Van Ness
Stephen welcomes actress Kristen Stewart and TV personality Jonathan Van Ness.
Episode 7945 min2022-01-25
Joy Reid, Thomas Middleditch
Stephen welcomes TV host Joy Reid and actor Thomas Middleditch.
Episode 8045 min2022-01-26
Adrien Brody, Lady Wray
Stephen welcomes actor Adrien Brody and a musical performance by Lady Wray.
Episode 8145 min2022-01-27
Kate Hudson, Oliver Hudson, St. Paul and the Broken Bones
Stephen welcomes actors Kate & Oliver Hudson and a musical performance by St. Paul & The Broken Bones.
Episode 8245 min2022-01-28
Marlee Matlin, Mackenzie Davis
Stephen welcomes actress Marlee Matlin and actress Mackenzie Davis.
Episode 8345 min2022-01-31
Whoopi Goldberg, Rep. Ro Khanna
Stephen welcomes TV personality Whoopi Goldberg and Rep. Ro Khanna.
Episode 8445 min2022-02-01
Clarissa Ward, Faith Hill, Aurora
Stephen welcomes CNN chief international correspondent Clarissa Ward, singer and actress Faith Hill, and a musical performance by Aurora.
Episode 8545 min2022-02-02
Tim McGraw, Martha Stewart
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Tim McGraw and TV personality Martha Stewart.
Episode 8645 min2022-02-03
Dua Lipa, 2 Chainz
Stephen welcomes singer Dua Lipa and a musical performance by 2 Chainz.
Episode 8745 min2022-02-14
Jeffrey Wright, Alex Borstein, Maxwell
Stephen welcomes actor Jeffrey Wright, actress Alex Borstein, and a musical performance by Maxwell.
Episode 8845 min2022-02-15
John Oliver, Future Islands
Stephen welcomes comic John Oliver and a musical performance by Future Islands.
Episode 8945 min2022-02-16
Daniel Craig, Doris Kearns Goodwin
Stephen welcomes actor Daniel Craig and biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Episode 9045 min2022-02-17
Margaret Brennan, Adam Scott
Stephen welcomes CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, and actor Adam Scott.
Episode 9145 min2022-02-21
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, alt-J
Stephen welcomes actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt and a musical performance by Alt-J.
Episode 9245 min2022-02-22
John Turturro, John Avlon
Stephen welcomes actor John Turturro and journalist John Avlon.
Episode 9345 min2022-02-23
John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Jennifer Palmieri, Russell Howard
Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann, political adviser Mark McKinnon, Jennifer Palmieri, former White House communications director, and comic Russell Howard.
Episode 9445 min2022-02-24
Julia Ioffe, Thomas Lennon, Tears for Fears
Stephen welcomes journalist Julia Ioffe, actor Thomas Lennon, and a live performance by Tears for Fears.
Episode 9545 min2022-02-25
Sam Waterston, Sophia Bush, John Oliver
Stephen welcomes actor Sam Waterston, actress Sophia Bush, and “Rescue Dog Rescue” with John Oliver.
Episode 9645 min2022-02-28
Bob Odenkirk, Pusha T
Stephen welcomes actor Bob Odenkirk and a musical performance by Pusha T.
Episode 9745 min2022-03-01
Sen. Bernie Sanders, Big Thief
Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Big Thief.
Episode 9845 min2022-03-02
Andy Serkis, Fiona Hill
Stephen welcomes actor Andy Serkis and former Russia adviser to the White House Fiona Hill. Plus, a 15th anniversary celebration of Americone Dream.
Episode 9945 min2022-03-03
Kyle MacLachlan, Arian Moayed, Pusha T
Stephen welcomes actor Kyle MacLachlan, actor Arian Moayed, and a live performance by Pusha T.
Episode 10045 min2022-03-07
Anderson Cooper, Sutton Foster
Stephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and actress Sutton Foster.
Episode 10145 min2022-03-08
John C. Reilly, Kristin Chenoweth
Stephen welcomes actor John C. Reilly and actress Kristin Chenoweth.
Episode 10245 min2022-03-09
Michael McFaul, Denée Benton, Father John Misty
Stephen welcomes Amb. Michael McFaul, actress Denée Benton, and a musical performance by Father John Misty.
Episode 10345 min2022-03-10
Marie Yovanovitch, Martha Stewart, Rex Orange County
Stephen welcomes Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch, entrepreneur Martha Stewart, and a live performance by Rex Orange County.
Episode 10445 min2022-03-11
Aidy Bryant, Alex Edelman
Stephen welcomes actress Aidy Bryant and a live performance by comedian Alex Edelman.
Episode 10545 min2022-03-14
Sandra Bullock, Billy Strings
Stephen welcomes actress Sandra Bullock and a musical performance by Billy Strings.
Episode 10645 min2022-03-15
Anne Hathaway, Da'Vine Joy Randolph
Stephen welcomes actress Anne Hathaway and actress Da’Vine Joy Randolph.
Episode 10745 min2022-03-16
Michael Bublé, Rose Matafeo
Stephen welcomes singer Michael Bublé and actress Rose Matafeo, with a live performance by Michael Bublé.
Episode 10845 min2022-03-28
Chris Wallace, Wilmer Valderrama
Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Wallace and actor Wilmer Valderrama.
Episode 10945 min2022-03-29
Hannah Gadsby, Sandra Bullock, Buffalo Nichols
Stephen welcomes comic Hannah Gadsby, actress Sandra Bullock, and a musical performance by Buffalo Nichols.
Episode 11045 min2022-03-30
Elle Fanning, Ben Schwartz
Stephen welcomes actress Elle Fanning and actor Ben Schwartz.
Episode 11145 min2022-03-31
Jane Krakowski, James McAvoy, Arlo Parks
Stephen welcomes actress Jane Krakowski, actor James McAvoy, and a musical performance by Arlo Parks.
Episode 11245 min2022-04-01
John C. Reilly, Mandy Patinkin, Ken Burns
Stephen welcomes actor John C. Reilly, actor Mandy Patinkin, and filmmaker Ken Burns.
Episode 11345 min2022-04-04
Shaquille O'Neal, Mayim Bialik
Stephen welcomes sports analyst Shaquille O'Neal and actress Mayim Bialik.
Episode 11445 min2022-04-05
Jon Batiste, Oscar Isaac
Stephen welcomes musician Jon Batiste and actor Oscar Isaac.
Episode 11545 min2022-04-06
Anderson Cooper, Thomas Rhett
Stephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and a live performance by Thomas Rhett.
Episode 11645 min2022-04-07
Pete Holmes, Elizabeth Alexander
Stephen welcomes comedian Pete Holmes and poet Elizabeth Alexander.
Episode 11745 min2022-04-11
Chance the Rapper, Beanie Feldstein
Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Chance the Rapper, and actress Beanie Feldstein.
Episode 11845 min2022-04-12
Molly Shannon, Rep. Cori Bush
Stephen welcomes actress Molly Shannon and Rep. Cori Bush.
Episode 11945 min2022-04-13
Claire Foy, Paul Bettany, Bright Eyes
Stephen welcomes actress Claire Foy, actor Paul Bettany, and a musical performance by Bright Eyes.
Episode 12045 min2022-04-14
Hugh Laurie, Spoon
Stephen welcomes actor Hugh Laurie and a musical performance by Spoon.
Episode 12145 min2022-04-15
Josh Brolin, The Who
Stephen welcomes actor Josh Brolin and a musical performance by The Who.
Episode 12245 min2022-04-18
Julia Roberts, Wilco
Stephen welcomes actress Julia Roberts and a musical performance by Wilco.
Episode 12345 min2022-04-19
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Emmy Blotnick
Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and a performance by comedian Emmy Blotnick.
Episode 12445 min2022-04-20
Alexander Skarsgård, Jack White
Stephen welcomes actor Alexander Skarsgård and musician Jack White, with a live performance by Jack White.
Episode 12545 min2022-05-02
Jon Bernthal, Alton Brown
Stephen welcomes actor Jon Bernthal and TV chef Alton Brown!
Episode 12645 min2022-05-03
Jose Andres, Ron Howard, Emily Bazelon, Lucius featuring Sheryl Crow and Celisse
Stephen welcomes humanitarian Jose Andres, director Ron Howard, legal commentator Emily Bazelon, and a music performance by Lucius featuring Sheryl Crow and Celisse.
Episode 12745 min2022-05-04
Glenn Close, Sheryl Crow
Stephen welcomes actor Glenn Close and musician Sheryl Crow.
Episode 12845 min2022-05-05
Daniel Craig, Matt Walsh, Joy Oladokun
Stephen welcomes actor Matt Walsh. Does the Colbert Questionnaire with Daniel Craig. Musical performance by Joy Oladokun
Episode 12945 min2022-05-06
Chris O'Donnell, Elvis Costello
Stephen welcomes actor Chris O'Donnell and singer-songwriter Elvis Costello!
Episode 13045 min2022-05-16
Mark Esper, Judd Apatow
Stephen welcomes Secretary of Defense Mark Esper, and director Judd Apatow.
Episode 13145 min2022-05-17
Ricky Gervais, Trombone Shorty
Guest Ricky Gervais talks about his comedy tour SuperNature followed by a performance from trombone and trumpet player Trombone Shorty.
Episode 13245 min2022-05-18
Antony Blinken, TWICE
Stephen speaks with the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, followed by a performance from the South Korean girl group TWICE.
Episode 13345 min2022-05-19
Mike Myers, Minha Kim, Beach House
Mike 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.
Episode 13445 min2022-05-20
Shaquille O'Neal, Sebastian Stan, Sharon Van Etten
Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal takes ”The Colbert Questionert,” Sebastian Stan talks on Pam and Tommy and indie-rock star Sharon Van Etten performs.
Episode 13545 min2022-05-23
Jennifer Connelly, Patti LuPone
Jennifer Connelly talks about Top Gun: Maverick and Tony award-winning Patti LuPone performs from the revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Company.
Episode 13645 min2022-05-24
Jacinda Ardern, Punch Brothers
Stephen welcomes Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and a musical performance performance by Punch Brothers.
Episode 13745 min2022-05-25
Michael Che, James Stavridis
Stephen welcomes comedian Michael Che and Admiral James Stavridis.
Episode 13845 min2022-05-26
Josh Brolin, Hugh Dancy
Stephen welcomes actor Josh Brolin, and actor Hugh Dancy.
Episode 13945 min2022-06-06
Jake Tapper, Joel Kim Booster
Gay Planet Earth. Breaking News. Jake Tapper discusses recent politics. Joel Kim Booster discusses Fire Island.
Episode 14045 min2022-06-07
Robert De Niro, Rosie Perez
Late 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.
Episode 14145 min2022-06-08
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.
Episode 14245 min2022-06-09
Jon Batiste, Simu Liu
Special 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.
Episode 14345 min2022-06-13
Bryan Cranston, Sen. Raphael Warnock
U-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.
Episode 14445 min2022-06-14
Bob Woodward, Carl Bernstein, Bonnie Raitt
Bob 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…
Episode 14545 min2022-06-15
Emma Thompson, Tom Segura
First 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.
Episode 14645 min2022-06-16
Tom Hanks, Regina Spektor
Late Show Family Meeting with Tom Hanks. Tom Hanks discusses Elvis. Regina Spektor performs "Becoming All Alone" from her album Home, Before and After.
Episode 14745 min2022-06-20
Cory Booker, The Lumineers
Cyborgasm. Senator Cory Booker discusses recent politics. The Lumineers perform "A.M. Radio" from their album Brightside.
Episode 14845 min2022-06-21
Werner Herzog, Roger Waters
Fast 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)’.
Episode 14945 min2022-06-22
Taika Waititi, David Sedaris
War 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’.
Episode 15045 min2022-06-23
Beto O’Rourke, Matilda Lawler
Stranger 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’.
Episode 15145 min2022-06-27
Wanda Sykes, Ronan Farrow
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Wanda Sykes discusses ‘The Upshaws’. Ronan Farrow discusses ‘Endangered’.
Episode 15245 min2022-06-28
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Jimmie Allen
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discusses recent politics. Jimmie Allen performs "Down Home" from his album ‘Tulip Drive’.
Episode 15345 min2022-06-29
Adam Kinzinger, Karl Urban, Stephen Sanchez
Representative Adam Kinzinger discusses recent politics. Karl Urban discusses ‘The Boys’. Stephen Sanchez performs "Until I Found You" from his EP ‘Easy On My Eyes’.
Episode 15445 min2022-06-30
Heidi Klum, Ibram X. Kendi
Crotch 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’.
Episode 15545 min2022-07-18
Billy Crystal, Paul Hollywood
Billy Crystal discusses ‘Mr. Saturday Night’. Paul Hollywood steps into the kitchen with Stephen and discusses his new book, ‘Bake’.
Episode 15645 min2022-07-19
Ethan Hawke, Courtney Barnett
Late 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’.
Episode 15745 min2022-07-20
Ice-T, Michael Pollan
Breaking 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’.
Episode 15845 min2022-07-21
Chris Hayes, Jack White
Special 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’.
Episode 15945 min2022-07-25
Jamie Raskin, Death Cab for Cutie
Everybody’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’.
Episode 16045 min2022-07-26
Charlamagne tha God, Brett Gelman
5 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’.
Episode 16145 min2022-07-27
Amanda Seyfried, Stephen Merchant
St. 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.
Episode 16245 min2022-07-28
Jonathan Karl, BJ Novak, St. Vincent
Late 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’.
Episode 16345 min2022-08-01
Patton Oswalt, Jennifer Granholm, James Taylor
James 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.
Episode 16445 min2022-08-02
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Bianca Cristovao, James Taylor
James 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.
Episode 16545 min2022-08-03
Ron Howard, Morfydd Clark, James Taylor
James 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’.
Episode 16645 min2022-08-04
James Taylor, Colman Domingo
Fact-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’.
Episode 16745 min2022-08-08
Luis Cato, Joe Walsh, Mindy Kaling, Senator Chris Murphy
Joe Walsh sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Mindy Kaling discusses ‘Never Have I Ever’. Senator Chris Murphy discusses recent politics.
Episode 16845 min2022-08-09
Ben Stiller, D'Arcy Carden, Joe Walsh
Joe 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’.
Episode 16945 min2022-08-10
Kieran Culkin, Run the Jewels, Joe Walsh
Joe 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’.
Episode 17045 min2022-08-11
Karine Jean-Pierre, Tatiana Maslany, Joe Walsh
Joe 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’.