The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Total Seasons :11Total Episodes : 1747

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 ...

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Episodes(202)

George Clooney, Jeb Bush, Jon Batiste & Stay Human

1. 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".

Air Date : 2015-09-08

Scarlett Johansson, Elon Musk, Kendrick Lamar

2. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-09

Vice President Joe Biden, Travis Kalanick, Toby Keith

3. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-10

Amy Schumer, Stephen King, Troubled Waters (Paul Simon)

4. 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.

Air Date : 2015-09-11

Emily Blunt, Justice Stephen Breyer, The Dead Weather

5. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-14

Tim Cook, Jake Gyllenhaal, Run The Jewels with TV On The Radio

6. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-15

Kevin Spacey, Carol Burnett, Abbi Jacobson,  Ilana Glazer, Willie Nelson

7. 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".

Air Date : 2015-09-16

Trevor Noah, U.N. Ban Ki-Moon, Chris Stapleton

8. 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’

Air Date : 2015-09-17

Lupita Nyong'o, Senator Bernie Sanders, Christopher Wheeldon, Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope

9. 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.

Air Date : 2015-09-18

Stephen Curry, Senator Ted Cruz, Don Henley

10. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-21

Donald Trump, Dr. Ernest Moniz, Raury

11. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-09-22

Hugh Jackman, Hugh Evans, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Pearl Jam

12. 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.

Air Date : 2015-09-23

Andrew Sullivan, Maria Shriver, Jim Gaffigan, Archbishop Thomas Wenski, YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus, the Choir of St. Jean Baptiste

13. 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".

Air Date : 2015-09-24

Malala Yousafzai, Kerry Washington, The Arcs

14. 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,’.

Air Date : 2015-09-25

First Lady Michelle Obama, John Legend

15. 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.

Air Date : 2015-09-28

Ellen Page, Jesse Eisenberg, Dominic Wilcox

16. 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.

Air Date : 2015-09-29

John Oliver, Evan Spiegel, Bill Withers, Ed Sheeran

17. 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".

Air Date : 2015-09-30

John Kerry, Claire Danes, PewDiePie

18. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-01

Morgan Freeman, Ruth Wilson, Sean Murray

19. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-02

Senator John McCain, Yo-Yo Ma, Misty Copeland

20. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-05

Bill Clinton, Billy Eichner, Florence & the Machine

21. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-06

Gina Rodriguez, Ben Bernanke, Tame Impala

22. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-07

Cate Blanchett, Brian Chesky, Dartmouth Football Dummy

23. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-08

James Corden, Shane Smith, Halsey

24. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-09

Carey Mulligan, Elvis Costello, Darlene Love

25. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-12

Sarah Silverman, Elijah Wood, Symphony of the Goddesses

26. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-13

Jack Black, Nick Woodman, Michelle Dorrance

27. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-14

Oprah Winfrey, Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor, Judith Hill

28. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-15

Jimmy Kimmel, Guillermo del Toro, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston, Mia Wasikowska, Beach House

29. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-16

Sienna Miller, Melissa Benoist, Chance the Rapper

30. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-26

Hillary Clinton, Anthony Bourdain, Carrie Brownstein

31. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-10-27

Julianna Margulies, Jonathan Franzen, Alabama Shakes

32. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-28

Seth MacFarlane, Neil DeGrasse Tyson

33. 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)".

Air Date : 2015-10-29

Charlie Rose, Stacy Schiff, Ghost

34. 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.

Air Date : 2015-10-30

Allison Janney, Colin Quinn, Margaret Cho

35. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-02

Antonio Banderas, Reed Hastings, John Irving

36. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-03

Daniel Craig, Elizabeth Gilbert, Dr. Eugenia Cheng

37. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-04

Bryan Cranston, Shamir

38. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-05

Whoopi Goldberg, John Kasich, Glen Hansard

39. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-06

Ethan Hawke, Claire McCaskill, Amy Klobuchar, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats

40. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-09

Aziz Ansari, Shonda Rhimes, Bruce Campbell, Lucy Lawless

41. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-10

Viola Davis, Brian Greene, George Ezra

42. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-11

Jennifer Connelly, Judd Apatow, The Internet

43. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-12

Mark Ruffalo, John Cleese, Michael Flatley

44. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-13

Bill Maher, Florent Groberg, Shepard Fairey, Acro-Cats

45. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-16

Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Public Image Ltd

46. 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…’.

Air Date : 2015-11-17

Sharon Stone, Justin Theroux, James Taylor

47. 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".

Air Date : 2015-11-18

Jane Fonda, Andrew Lloyd Webber

48. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-19

Michael Caine, Larry Wilmore, Boots

49. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-20

Sylvester Stallone, Ted Koppel, My Morning Jacket

50. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-11-23

Spike Lee, Andy Cohen, Carly Simon

51. 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

Air Date : 2015-11-24

Gloria Estefan, Eric Greitens, Jake Wood, Daniel Boulud

52. 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.

Air Date : 2015-11-25

Steve Carell, Jennifer Hudson

53. 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".

Air Date : 2015-12-07

Marion Cotillard, George Saunders, Joanna Newsom

54. 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.

Air Date : 2015-12-08

Michelle Dockery, Hugh Bonneville, Allen Leech, Adam McKay, Kurt Vile

55. 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…’.

Air Date : 2015-12-09

Bruce Willis, Michael Lewis, Lizzo

56. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-12-10

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ike Barinholtz, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

57. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-12-11

Jennifer Lawrence, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Sleater-Kinney

58. 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’.

Air Date : 2015-12-14

Quentin Tarantino, Jonathan Groff, Squeeze

59. 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.

Air Date : 2015-12-15

Robert De Niro, Daniel Gilbert, Henry Rollins

60. 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.

Air Date : 2015-12-16

Michael Moore, Samantha Power, Michael C. Hall, Lazarus

61. 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.

Air Date : 2015-12-17

Mandy Patinkin, Kayvon Beykpour, Leon Bridges

62. 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".

Air Date : 2015-12-18

Samuel L. Jackson, Olivia Hallisey

63. Samuel L. Jackson, Olivia Hallisey

Stephen welcomes actor Samuel L. Jackson, and Google Science Fair Winner Olivia Hallisey.

Air Date : 2016-01-04

John Krasinski, Killer Mike, George Church, Foals

64. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-05

Jerry Seinfeld, Senator Rand Paul, Andra Day

65. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-06

Damian Lewis, America Ferrera, FloydLittle's Double Dutch team

66. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-07

Matthew Broderick, Sarah Parcak, Kacey Musgraves

67. Matthew Broderick, Sarah Parcak, Kacey Musgraves

Stephen welcomes actor Matthew Broderick, space archaeologist Sarah Parcak, plus a musical performance by Kacey Musgraves.

Air Date : 2016-01-08

Jane Lynch, Sec. Julian Castro, EL VY

68. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-11

Saoirse Ronan, Jeremy Stoppelman, Laura Ricciardi & Moira Demos, James Bay

69. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-12

Paul Giamatti, Guerrilla Girls, J.B. Mauney

70. Paul Giamatti, Guerrilla Girls, J.B. Mauney

Stephen welcomes actor Paul Giamatti, artists Guerrilla Girls, and professional bull rider J.B. Mauney.

Air Date : 2016-01-13

Olivia Munn, T.J. Miller, Father John Misty

71. Olivia Munn, T.J. Miller, Father John Misty

Stephen welcomes actress Olivia Munn, T.J Miller, and a musical performance by Father John Misty.

Air Date : 2016-01-14

Scott Kelly, Abby Wambach, Maria Bamford

72. Scott Kelly, Abby Wambach, Maria Bamford

Stephen welcomes astronaut Scott Kelly, U.S. Women's Soccer star Abby Wambach, and comedian Maria Bamford.

Air Date : 2016-01-15

Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Deray McKesson, Grace

73. Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Deray McKesson, Grace

Stephen welcomes Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Civil Rights Activist DeRay McKesson, and a musical performance by Grace.

Air Date : 2016-01-18

Charlie Day, Colin Hanks, Margo Price

74. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-19

James Spader, Brandon Marshall, Sarah Koenig, Rev Run

75. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-20

Christian Slater, Josh Radnor, Iggy Pop

76. Christian Slater, Josh Radnor, Iggy Pop

Stephen welcomes actors Christian Slater and Josh Radnor and musician Iggy Pop.

Air Date : 2016-01-21

Steven Tyler, Gaby Hoffmann, Låpsley

77. Steven Tyler, Gaby Hoffmann, Låpsley

Air Date : 2016-01-22

Donald Rumsfeld, Russell Westbrook, Jackson Browne

78. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-25

Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, Lake Street Dive

79. Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, Lake Street Dive

Stephen welcomes Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, and a musical performance by Lake Street Dive.

Air Date : 2016-01-26

Chris Pine, Danielle Brooks, Jonah Reider, Baauer

80. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-27

Josh Brolin, John Dickerson, Erin Brockovich, Aubrie Sellers

81. 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.

Air Date : 2016-01-28

John Travolta, Courtney B. Vance, Amy Cuddy, John Moreland

82. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-01

David Schwimmer, Joel Osteen, M. Ward

83. David Schwimmer, Joel Osteen, M. Ward

Stephen welcomes David Schwimmer, Pastor Joel Osteen, and a musical performance by M. Ward.

Air Date : 2016-02-02

Dr. Phil McGraw, Mark & Jay Duplass, Michael Eric Dyson, Anderson Paak and the Free Nationals

84. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-03

Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, Wilco

85. Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, Wilco

Stephen welcomes Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, and a musical performance by Wilco.

Air Date : 2016-02-04

Bobby Cannavale, Donny Deutsch, Charles Kelley

86. Bobby Cannavale, Donny Deutsch, Charles Kelley

Stephen welcomes Bobby Cannavale; Advertising executive Donny Deutsch, and a musical performance by Charles Kelley.

Air Date : 2016-02-05

Tina Fey and Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell, Megyn Kelly, Key & Peele

87. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-07

Bill O'Reilly, Eddie George, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis

88. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-08

Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, Jon Batiste & Stay Human

89. Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, Jon Batiste & Stay Human

Stephen welcomes Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, and a musical performance by Jon Batiste & Stay Human.

Air Date : 2016-02-09

Ben Stiller, Bernie Sanders, Tao: Seventeen Samurai

90. Ben Stiller, Bernie Sanders, Tao: Seventeen Samurai

Stephen welcomes Ben Stiller, Senator Bernie Sanders, and a performance by Tao: Seventeen Samurai.

Air Date : 2016-02-10

Kelsey Grammer, Fred Armisen, Sarah McDaniel, Ty Segall and the Muggers

91. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-11

Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, Scott Waites

92. Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, Scott Waites

Stephen welcomes Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, and World Darts Champion Scott Waites.

Air Date : 2016-02-15

Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & Ilana Glazer, Lucinda Williams

93. Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & Ilana Glazer, Lucinda Williams

Stephen welcomes Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & ilana Glazer, and a musical performance by Lucinda Williams.

Air Date : 2016-02-16

Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, Courtney Barnett

94. Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, Courtney Barnett

Stephen welcomes Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, and a musical performance by Courtney Barnett.

Air Date : 2016-02-17

Tea Leoni, Amanda Peet, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog

95. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-18

Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, The Lumineers

96. Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, The Lumineers

Stephen welcomes Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, and a musical performance by The Lumineers.

Air Date : 2016-02-19

Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, Mavis Staples

97. Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, Mavis Staples

Stephen welcomes Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, and an interview with and musical performance by Mavis Staples.

Air Date : 2016-02-22

Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, Violent Femmes

98. Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, Violent Femmes

Stephen welcomes Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, and a musical performance by Violent Femmes.

Air Date : 2016-02-23

Adrien Brody, Danai Gurira, Brian Greene

99. Adrien Brody, Danai Gurira, Brian Greene

Stephen welcomes Adrien Brody, actress Danai Gurira from "The Walking Dead," and Physicist Brian Greene.

Air Date : 2016-02-24

Tim Daly, Graham Nash, Jason Isbell

100. 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 .

Air Date : 2016-02-25

Spike Jonze, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Jack Garratt

101. 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.

Air Date : 2016-02-29

Chrissy Teigen, Mike Birbiglia, Adam Savage

102. Chrissy Teigen, Mike Birbiglia, Adam Savage

Stephen welcomes Chrissy Teigen, comedian Mike Birbiglia, and Adam Savage of “MythBusters."

Air Date : 2016-03-01

Octavia Spencer, John Stamos, Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Lucius

103. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-02

Christopher Meloni, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Edward Byers, Ray LaMontagne

104. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-03

Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, Max Greenfield

105. Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, Max Greenfield

Stephen welcomes Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, and actor Max Greenfield.

Air Date : 2016-03-07

Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, DMA’S

106. Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, DMA’S

Stephen welcomes Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, and a musical performance by DMA'S.

Air Date : 2016-03-08

Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, Esperanza Spalding

107. Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, Esperanza Spalding

Stephen welcomes Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, and a musical performance by Esperanza Spalding.

Air Date : 2016-03-09

Anna Kendrick, Loretta Lynch, Brian Fallon

108. Anna Kendrick, Loretta Lynch, Brian Fallon

Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick, U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch, and a musical performance by Brian Fallon.

Air Date : 2016-03-10

Jeff Daniels, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Audra McDonald

109. Jeff Daniels, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Audra McDonald

Stephen welcomes Jeff Daniels, actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Audra McDonald.

Air Date : 2016-03-11

John Oliver, Jordan Spieth, New Order

110. John Oliver, Jordan Spieth, New Order

Stephen welcomes John Oliver, World #1 Golfer Jordan Spieth, and a musical performance by New Order.

Air Date : 2016-03-14

Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Shirley MacLaine, Gustavo Dudamel

111. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-15

Theo James, Jussie Smollett, Laurie Anderson

112. Theo James, Jussie Smollett, Laurie Anderson

Stephen welcomes Theo James, Jussie Smollett, and a musical performance by Laurie Anderson.

Air Date : 2016-03-16

William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, Isaac Mizrahi

113. William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, Isaac Mizrahi

Stephen welcomes William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, and Isaac Mizrahi.

Air Date : 2016-03-17

Tom Hiddleston, Laura Benant, Frightened Rabbit

114. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-28

Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, Savages

115. Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, Savages

Stephen welcomes Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, and a musical performance by Savages.

Air Date : 2016-03-29

Eric Stonestreet, Jason Jones, Elizabeth Warren

116. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-30

Sarah Paulson, Tatiana Maslany, Wynton Marsalis, Lil Buck, Jared Grimes

117. 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.

Air Date : 2016-03-31

Steve Buscemi, Benjamin Walker, Broadway Cast of 'American Psycho'

118. 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."

Air Date : 2016-04-01

Matthew Perry, Nick Offerman, Explosions In The Sky, Parliament-Funkadelic

119. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-04

Melissa McCarthy, Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, BABYMETAL

120. Melissa McCarthy, Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, BABYMETAL

Stephen welcomes Melissa McCarthy & Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, and a musical performance by BABYMETAL.

Air Date : 2016-04-05

Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, Autolux

121. Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, Autolux

Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick & Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, and a musical performance by Autolux.

Air Date : 2016-04-06

Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, Ken Burns

122. Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, Ken Burns

Stephen welcomes Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, and filmmaker Ken Burns.

Air Date : 2016-04-07

Hillary Clinton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Katharine McPhee, Sturgill Simpson, Wayne Shorter

123. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-18

Rep. Paul Ryan, Kevin Spacey, Thomas Middleditch, The Flaming Lips, Arturo Sandoval

124. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-19

Dennis Quaid, Matt Walsh, Charles Bradley, Tootie & Jimmy Heath

125. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-20

Tom Hanks, Leslie Odom Jr., The Strumbellas, Roy Haynes

126. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-21

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sam Morril

127. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sam Morril

Stephen welcomes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and comedian Sam Morril.

Air Date : 2016-04-22

Michelle Williams, Eddie Huang, Bob Mould

128. Michelle Williams, Eddie Huang, Bob Mould

Stephen welcomes Michelle Williams, Viceland's Eddie Huang, and a musical performance by Bob Mould.

Air Date : 2016-04-25

J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, Chris Wallace

129. J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, Chris Wallace

Stephen welcomes J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, and Chris Wallace.

Air Date : 2016-04-26

Susan Sarandon, David Tennant, Catfish and The Bottlemen

130. Susan Sarandon, David Tennant, Catfish and The Bottlemen

Stephen welcomes Susan Sarandon, actor David Tennant, and a musical performance by Catfish and The Bottlemen.

Air Date : 2016-04-27

Julianna Margulies, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Hank Azaria, Phil Knight

131. 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.

Air Date : 2016-04-28

Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein, Gwen Stefani

132. Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein, Gwen Stefani

Stephen welcomes Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein and a musical performance by Gwen Stefani.

Air Date : 2016-04-29

Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, Deerhunter

133. Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, Deerhunter

Stephen welcomes Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, and a musical performance by Deerhunter.

Air Date : 2016-05-02

Dakota Johnson, Sebastian Stan, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real

134. 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.

Air Date : 2016-05-03

Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, Maxwell

135. Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, Maxwell

Stephen welcomes Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, and a musical performance by Maxwell.

Air Date : 2016-05-04

Judge Judy, Zac Posen, W. Kamau Bell

136. Judge Judy, Zac Posen, W. Kamau Bell

Stephen welcomes Judge Judy, Zac Posen and W. Kamau Bell.

Air Date : 2016-05-05

Lily Tomlin, Kumail Nanjiani, Ryan Hamilton

137. Lily Tomlin, Kumail Nanjiani, Ryan Hamilton

Stephen welcomes Lily Tomlin, actor Kumail Nanjiani, and a performance by stand-up comedian Ryan Hamilton.

Air Date : 2016-05-06

Kaley Cuoco, Dan Savage, The National

138. 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.

Air Date : 2016-05-09

Chloe Grace Moretz, Katie Couric, Charlamagne Tha God

139. Chloe Grace Moretz, Katie Couric, Charlamagne Tha God

Air Date : 2016-05-10

Kate Beckinsale, B.J. Novak, Desiigner

140. Kate Beckinsale, B.J. Novak, Desiigner

Air Date : 2016-05-11

Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Jessie Mueller, Animal Collective

141. Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Jessie Mueller, Animal Collective

Air Date : 2016-05-12

Matt Bomer, Zach Woods, Nick Griffin

142. Matt Bomer, Zach Woods, Nick Griffin

Air Date : 2016-05-13

Jason Sudeikis; Michael Weatherly from the CBS drama series "NCIS"; Megyn Kelly

143. Jason Sudeikis; Michael Weatherly from the CBS drama series "NCIS"; Megyn Kelly

Air Date : 2016-05-16

Anthony Anderson; Eugene Levy & Catherine O'Hara; musical performance by Coldplay

144. Anthony Anderson; Eugene Levy & Catherine O'Hara; musical performance by Coldplay

Air Date : 2016-05-16

Josh Gad; Gillian Jacobs; musical performance by Band of Horses

145. Josh Gad; Gillian Jacobs; musical performance by Band of Horses

Air Date : 2016-05-18

Rose Byrne; Bobby Flay; interview with and performance by Weird Al Yankovic

146. Rose Byrne; Bobby Flay; interview with and performance by Weird Al Yankovic

Air Date : 2016-05-19

Seth Rogen; Krysten Ritter; musical performance by Wolf Parade

147. Seth Rogen; Krysten Ritter; musical performance by Wolf Parade

Air Date : 2016-05-20

Emilia Clarke; Shiri Appleby; musical performance by Cynthia Erivo

148. Emilia Clarke; Shiri Appleby; musical performance by Cynthia Erivo

Air Date : 2016-05-23

Sean Hayes; Brooklyn Decker; Lewis Black

149. Sean Hayes; Brooklyn Decker; Lewis Black

Air Date : 2016-05-24

James McAvoy; Nick Swardson; Physicist Brian Greene

150. James McAvoy; Nick Swardson; Physicist Brian Greene

Air Date : 2016-05-25

Lizzy Caplan; Neil Young; Mike Epps

151. Lizzy Caplan; Neil Young; Mike Epps

Air Date : 2016-05-26

Rashida Jones; musical performance by The Struts

152. Rashida Jones; musical performance by The Struts

Air Date : 2016-05-27

James Corden, host of CBS's "The Late Late Show"; Scott Speedman; musical performance by Death Cab for Cutie

153. James Corden, host of CBS's "The Late Late Show"; Scott Speedman; musical performance by Death Cab for Cutie

Air Date : 2016-06-06

Jude Law; Norman Reedus; musical performance by Hundred Waters with Skrillex featuring Chance the Rapper

154. Jude Law; Norman Reedus; musical performance by Hundred Waters with Skrillex featuring Chance the Rapper

Air Date : 2016-06-07

Laura Linney; John Leguizamo; musical performance by Gary Clark Jr.; Paula Robison sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.

155. Laura Linney; John Leguizamo; musical performance by Gary Clark Jr.; Paula Robison sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.

Air Date : 2016-06-08

Patrick Wilson; Gayle King; Gary Johnson & William Weld

156. Patrick Wilson; Gayle King; Gary Johnson & William Weld

Air Date : 2016-06-09

David Duchovny; Aaron Tveit from the CBS drama series "BrainDead"; Juggler Alexander Koblikov

157. David Duchovny; Aaron Tveit from the CBS drama series "BrainDead"; Juggler Alexander Koblikov

Air Date : 2016-06-10

Bill O'Reilly; Anna Chlumsky; Aesop Rock

158. Bill O'Reilly; Anna Chlumsky; Aesop Rock

Air Date : 2016-06-13

Daniel Radcliffe; George Lopez; musical performance by HINDS

159. Daniel Radcliffe; George Lopez; musical performance by HINDS

Air Date : 2016-06-14

Liam Hemsworth; Ana Gasteyer; stand-up comedy performance by Paul Mecurio

160. Liam Hemsworth; Ana Gasteyer; stand-up comedy performance by Paul Mecurio

Air Date : 2016-06-15

Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas; Amy Ryan; musical performance by Nick Jonas

161. Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas; Amy Ryan; musical performance by Nick Jonas

Air Date : 2016-06-16

Aaron Paul; Michael Ian Black; Silversun Pickups

162. Aaron Paul; Michael Ian Black; Silversun Pickups

Air Date : 2016-06-17

Alexander Skarsgård, Natasha Leggero, Ziggy Marley

163. Alexander Skarsgård, Natasha Leggero, Ziggy Marley

Air Date : 2016-06-20

Aubrey Plaza; Hugh Dancy; Andrew Zimmern

164. Aubrey Plaza; Hugh Dancy; Andrew Zimmern

Air Date : 2016-06-21

Uzo Aduba; Neil DeGrasse Tyson; Adia Victoria

165. Uzo Aduba; Neil DeGrasse Tyson; Adia Victoria

Air Date : 2016-06-22

Bernie Sanders, Paul Dano, Rascal Flatts

166. Bernie Sanders, Paul Dano, Rascal Flatts

Air Date : 2016-06-23

Kevin Hart, Taylor Schilling, RuPaul Charles

167. Kevin Hart, Taylor Schilling, RuPaul Charles

Air Date : 2016-06-24

Kevin Love; Jenny Slate; Dierks Bentley

168. Kevin Love; Jenny Slate; Dierks Bentley

Air Date : 2016-06-27

Tom Brokaw; Sarah & Erin Foster; Bibi Bourelly

169. Tom Brokaw; Sarah & Erin Foster; Bibi Bourelly

Air Date : 2016-06-28

Samuel L. Jackson; Julie Klausner; ScHoolboy Q

170. Samuel L. Jackson; Julie Klausner; ScHoolboy Q

Air Date : 2016-06-29

Ellie Kemper; Patrick Fugit; We Are Scientists

171. Ellie Kemper; Patrick Fugit; We Are Scientists

Air Date : 2016-06-30

Zachary Quinto; Natasha Lyonne; 2 Chainz

172. Zachary Quinto; Natasha Lyonne; 2 Chainz

Air Date : 2016-07-01

Bryan Cranston, Busy Philipps, Blink-182

173. Bryan Cranston, Busy Philipps, Blink-182

Air Date : 2016-07-04

Nicholas Hoult; John Turturro; Bret Baier; Young Greatness

174. Nicholas Hoult; John Turturro; Bret Baier; Young Greatness

Air Date : 2016-07-05

Benjamin Bratt; Rob Corddry; The Shelters

175. Benjamin Bratt; Rob Corddry; The Shelters

Air Date : 2016-07-13

Bill Maher; Michael K. Williams; Parquet Courts

176. Bill Maher; Michael K. Williams; Parquet Courts

Air Date : 2016-07-14

Charlie Rose, Gayle King & Norah O'Donnell, DeRay Mckesson, Bonnie McFarlane

177. Charlie Rose, Gayle King & Norah O'Donnell, DeRay Mckesson, Bonnie McFarlane

Air Date : 2016-07-15

RNC, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Saunders, Ron Suskind

178. RNC, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Saunders, Ron Suskind

Air Date : 2016-07-18

RNC, Keegan-Michael Key, Kathryn Hahn, Jenny Lewis & NAF

179. RNC, Keegan-Michael Key, Kathryn Hahn, Jenny Lewis & NAF

Air Date : 2016-07-19

RNC, Tony Goldwyn, Mark Cuban, Lewis Black, Cory Kahaney, Wyclef Jean

180. RNC, Tony Goldwyn, Mark Cuban, Lewis Black, Cory Kahaney, Wyclef Jean

Air Date : 2016-07-20

RNC, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Billy Eichner, Cory Kahaney

181. RNC, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Billy Eichner, Cory Kahaney

Air Date : 2016-07-21

Jennifer Saunders

182. Jennifer Saunders

Air Date : 2016-07-22

DNC, Allison Janney, Anthony Weiner, Ryan Adams

183. DNC, Allison Janney, Anthony Weiner, Ryan Adams

Air Date : 2016-07-25

DNC, Jeff Daniels, Bassem Youssef, Aurora

184. DNC, Jeff Daniels, Bassem Youssef, Aurora

Air Date : 2016-07-26

DNC, John Oliver, Jai Courtney, Charlamagne Tha God, DMC

185. DNC, John Oliver, Jai Courtney, Charlamagne Tha God, DMC

Air Date : 2016-07-27

DNC, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Eric Andre

186. DNC, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Eric Andre

Air Date : 2016-07-28

DNC Highlights

187. DNC Highlights

Air Date : 2016-07-29

Viola Davis; Simon Helberg; Declan McKenna

188. Viola Davis; Simon Helberg; Declan McKenna

Air Date : 2016-08-01

Will Smith; Logan Lerman; Tony Bennett

189. Will Smith; Logan Lerman; Tony Bennett

Air Date : 2016-08-02

John Cena; Scott Eastwood; Aaron Neville

190. John Cena; Scott Eastwood; Aaron Neville

Air Date : 2016-08-03

Jamie Dornan, Javier Muñoz, Malcolm Gladwell, The O'Jays

191. Jamie Dornan, Javier Muñoz, Malcolm Gladwell, The O'Jays

Air Date : 2016-08-04

Diane Kruger; Mark Normand; Ibtihaj Muhammad

192. Diane Kruger; Mark Normand; Ibtihaj Muhammad

Air Date : 2016-08-05

Amy Schumer; Omari Hardwick; Michaela Watkins

193. Amy Schumer; Omari Hardwick; Michaela Watkins

Air Date : 2016-08-22

Rami Malek, Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers, Diana Gordon

194. Rami Malek, Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers, Diana Gordon

Air Date : 2016-08-23

Anderson Cooper, Edgar Ramirez, Kip Moore

195. Anderson Cooper, Edgar Ramirez, Kip Moore

Air Date : 2016-08-24

Senator Tim Kaine, Tony Hale, Car Seat Headrest

196. Senator Tim Kaine, Tony Hale, Car Seat Headrest

Air Date : 2016-08-25

Rachel Weisz; Kevin Smith; Spike Feresten

197. Rachel Weisz; Kevin Smith; Spike Feresten

Air Date : 2016-08-26

Riz Ahmed; Pedro Pascal; Angel Olsen

198. Riz Ahmed; Pedro Pascal; Angel Olsen

Air Date : 2016-08-29

John Krasinski; Adam Brody; St. Paul and The Broken Bones

199. John Krasinski; Adam Brody; St. Paul and The Broken Bones

Air Date : 2016-08-30

Christian Slater, Congressman John Lewis, Chris Geere

200. Christian Slater, Congressman John Lewis, Chris Geere

Air Date : 2016-08-31

Larry Wilmore; Chris Noth; Sampha

201. Larry Wilmore; Chris Noth; Sampha

Air Date : 2016-09-01

Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.

202. Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.

Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.

Air Date : 2016-09-02

Cast

Stephen Colbert
Stephen Colbert

(Self - Host)

Bernie Sanders
Bernie Sanders

(Self)

Charlie Day
Charlie Day

(Self)

Colin Hanks
Colin Hanks

(Self)

Margo Price
Margo Price

(Self)

Tim Cook
Tim Cook

(Self)

Amy Schumer
Amy Schumer

(Self)

Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson

(Self - Guest)

Elon Musk
Elon Musk

(Self)

Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar

(Self)

George Clooney
George Clooney

(Self)

Jeb Bush
Jeb Bush

(Self)

Mavis Staples
Mavis Staples

(Self)

Kevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey

(Self)

Carol Burnett
Carol Burnett

(Self)

Ban Ki-moon
반기문

(Self)

Naomi Watts
Naomi Watts

(Self)

Lupita Nyong'o
Lupita Nyong'o

(Self)

Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry

(Self - Guest)

Ted Cruz
Ted Cruz

(Self)

Donald Trump
Donald Trump

(Self)

Malala Yousafzai
Malala Yousafzai

(Self)

Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington

(Self)

John Legend
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