The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

10 Best Episodes of 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. Stephen Colbert, Chris Licht, Tom Purcell, and Jon Stewart are executive producers. Barry Julien and Denise Rehrig serve as co-executive producers.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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#15 - Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney, James Taylor (Season 8 - Episode 3)

Stephen welcomes actor Ryan Reynolds, actor Rob McElhenney and a musical performance by James Taylor.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 16 votes.

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#14 - John Cena, Tammy Duckworth (Season 6 - Episode 107)

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Stephen welcomes TV host John Cena and Senator Tammy Duckworth.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 16 votes.

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#13 - Elizabeth Warren, David Boreanaz (Season 6 - Episode 126)

Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and actor David Boreanaz.

The episode was rated 8.13 from 15 votes.

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#12 - Dr. Anthony Fauci (Season 6 - Episode 99)

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Stephen welcomes Dr. Anthony Fauci.

The episode was rated 8.17 from 23 votes.

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#11 - Matthew McConaughey, Vanessa Bayer (Season 2 - Episode 192)

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The episode was rated 8.21 from 43 votes.

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#10 - Kenneth Branagh, Cara Delevingne, and End of Russia Week (Season 2 - Episode 186)

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The episode was rated 8.21 from 42 votes.

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#9 - Michelle Obama (Season 6 - Episode 125)

Stephen welcomes former first lady Michelle Obama.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 15 votes.

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#8 - Lupita Nyong'o, Martin Freeman (Season 6 - Episode 101)

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Stephen welcomes actress Lupita Nyong’o and actor Martin Freeman.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 15 votes.

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#7 - Stacey Abrams, Thomas Middleditch (Season 6 - Episode 33)

Stephen welcomes politician Stacey Abrams and actor Thomas Middleditch.

The episode was rated 8.27 from 22 votes.

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#6 - John Krasinski, Yo-Yo Ma (Season 6 - Episode 132)

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Stephen welcomes actor John Krasinski and a musical performance by Yo-Yo Ma.

The episode was rated 8.29 from 17 votes.

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#5 - Jason Segel, Black Pumas (Season 6 - Episode 70)

Jason Segel, Black Pumas

The episode was rated 8.33 from 15 votes.

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#4 - Amy Klobuchar, Adam Kinzinger, Jamila Woods (Season 6 - Episode 61)

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Amy Klobuchar, Adam Kinzinger, Jamila Woods

The episode was rated 8.38 from 24 votes.

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#3 - Joseph R. Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Jon Batiste (Season 6 - Episode 57)

Joseph R. Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Jon Batiste

The episode was rated 8.45 from 22 votes.

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#2 - Jon Stewart, Samantha Bee, John Oliver, Ed Helms, Rob Corddry (Season 2 - Episode 145)

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Comic Jon Stewart; TV host Samantha Bee; TV host John Oliver; actor Ed Helms; actor Rob Corddry.

The episode was rated 8.53 from 111 votes.

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#1 - President Barack Obama, Brittany Howard (Season 6 - Episode 42)

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The episode was rated 8.63 from 24 votes.

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