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List of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert episodes (2024)

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List of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert episodes
No. of episodes153 (and 1 special)
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Original networkCBS
Original releaseJanuary 8, 2024 (2024-01-08)
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The following is a list of episodes of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert that aired in 2024.

2024

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January

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1434January 8, 2024 (2024-01-08)Barbra Streisand, Taylor TomlinsonN/A
Keep In Mind: Everyone's Fine! The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Barbra Streisand takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from November 13, 2023 episode).[1] Taylor Tomlinson discusses After Midnight.
1435January 9, 2024 (2024-01-09)Gayle King & Charles Barkley, Ebon Moss-BachrachN/A
Godfellas. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Gayle King & Charles Barkley discuss King Charles. Ebon Moss-Bachrach discusses The Bear.
1436January 10, 2024 (2024-01-10)America Ferrera, Reneé RappN/A
Cyborgasm. Cyborgasm Presents: Cybarmgarmsm. America Ferrera discusses Barbie. Reneé Rapp discusses Mean Girls.
1437January 11, 2024 (2024-01-11)Emily Blunt, Colman DomingoN/A
John Scofield sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Emily Blunt discusses Oppenheimer. Colman Domingo discusses Rustin.
1438January 16, 2024 (2024-01-16)Nicki Minaj, Jeff TweedyDaniel Caesar
A special appearance by Taylor Tomlinson. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Nicki Minaj takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from December 20, 2023 episode). Jeff Tweedy discusses his new book, World Within a Song. Daniel Caesar performs "Always" from his album Never Enough.
1439January 17, 2024 (2024-01-17)Clive Owen, Juno TempleThe Last Dinner Party
Road to the White House and/or Big House: Donald Trump v. The People: America Decides and/or Convicts. Cyborgasm. Clive Owen discusses Monsieur Spade. Juno Temple discusses Fargo. The Last Dinner Party performs "Nothing Matters" from their upcoming album Prelude to Ecstasy.
1440January 18, 2024 (2024-01-18)Common, Steven WrightN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Common discusses his new book, And Then We Rise. Steven Wright discusses his new book, Harold.
1441January 22, 2024 (2024-01-22)Trevor Noah, Ruby BridgesN/A
The Late Show Presents: The Twilight Zone: Just The Twists. Trevor Noah discusses his upcoming hosting gig for the 66th Grammy Awards. Ruby Bridges discusses her new book, Dear Ruby, Hear Our Hearts.
1442January 23, 2024 (2024-01-23)André 3000, Jelani CobbAndré 3000
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. André 3000 discusses his new album, New Blue Sun. Jelani Cobb discusses recent politics. André 3000 performs "That Night in Hawaii When I Turned into a Panther and Started Making These Low Register Purring Tones That I Couldn't Control ... Sh¥t Was Wild".
1443January 24, 2024 (2024-01-24)Austin Butler, Kingsley Ben-AdirN/A
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Austin Butler discusses Masters of the Air. Kingsley Ben-Adir discusses Bob Marley: One Love.
1444January 25, 2024 (2024-01-25)Martin ScorseseFuture Islands
Road to the White House and/or Big House: Donald Trump v. The People: America Decides and/or Convicts. Stephen Colbert's Vibe Session. Martin Scorsese discusses his career as a filmmaker and Killers of the Flower Moon. Future Islands performs "The Tower" from their album People Who Aren't There Anymore.
1445January 29, 2024 (2024-01-29)Bryan Cranston, Michele NorrisN/A
Stephen Colbert Gets All Up In Your Faith. Bryan Cranston discusses Argylle. Michele Norris discusses her new book, Our Hidden Conversations.
1446January 30, 2024 (2024-01-30)Emma Stone, Jaime HarrisonN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Emma Stone discusses Poor Things and The Curse. Jaime Harrison discusses recent politics.
1447January 31, 2024 (2024-01-31)Demi Moore, Paul Walter HauserN/A
The Late Show's I's On Edjukashun. Demi Moore discusses Feud: Capote vs. The Swans. Paul Walter Hauser discusses Orion and the Dark.

February

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1448February 1, 2024 (2024-02-01)John Cena, Kwame AlexanderAsake
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Cena discusses Argylle. Kwame Alexander discusses his new book, This Is the Honey. Asake performs "Lonely at the Top" from his album Work of Art.
1449February 5, 2024 (2024-02-05)Senator Elizabeth WarrenUsama Siddiquee
Stephen Colbert's interview of Maria Bartiromo's interview of Donald Trump. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses recent politics. Usama Siddiquee gives a stand-up performance.
1450February 6, 2024 (2024-02-06)Joy-Ann Reid, A'ja WilsonN/A
Farewell to a Friend: Stephen acknowledges the death of Toby Keith. Joy-Ann Reid discusses recent politics and her new book, Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America. A'ja Wilson discusses her new book, Dear Black Girls: How to Be True to You.
1451February 7, 2024 (2024-02-07)Christopher NolanN/A
Christopher Nolan discusses his career as a filmmaker and Oppenheimer.
1452February 8, 2024 (2024-02-08)André 3000, Justin HartleyN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. André 3000 takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from January 23 episode). Justin Hartley discusses Tracker.
SpecialFebruary 11, 2024 (2024-02-11)John Krasinski, Ryan GoslingN/A
The Late Show Super Postgame Supershow Super LVIII: special episode airing after Super Bowl LVIII. A special appearance by Jon Stewart. John Krasinski discusses IF. Ryan Gosling discusses The Fall Guy and Barbie.
1453February 12, 2024 (2024-02-12)John OliverKiller Mike
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Oliver discusses Last Week Tonight. Killer Mike performs "Exit 9" from his album Michael.
1454February 13, 2024 (2024-02-13)Matt Damon, Danielle PinnockN/A
Space News: James Webb Telescope News. Space News: Aliens Among Us News. Space News: Hyperactive Sun News. Space News: Moon Lander News. Space News: Asteroid Sample News. Space News: Space Cleaning News. Matt Damon discusses Oppenheimer and Kiss the Future. Danielle Pinnock discusses Ghosts.
1455February 14, 2024 (2024-02-14)Mark Wahlberg, Lily GladstoneN/A
First Drafts: Valentine's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Mark Wahlberg discusses Arthur the King. Lily Gladstone discusses Killers of the Flower Moon.
1456February 15, 2024 (2024-02-15)Billy JoelChappell Roan
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Billy Joel discusses the 10th anniversary of his residency at Madison Square Garden. Chappell Roan performs "Red Wine Supernova" from her album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess.
1457February 26, 2024 (2024-02-26)Arnold Schwarzenegger, Julio TorresN/A
Stephen Colbert Talks Down to Children (special appearance by John Cena). Arnold Schwarzenegger takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from October 9, 2023 episode). Julio Torres discusses Problemista.
1458February 27, 2024 (2024-02-27)Josh BrolinAmanda Gorman & Jan Vogler
Chris Ott sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Brolin discusses Dune: Part Two. Amanda Gorman & Jan Vogler perform "What We Carry".
1459February 28, 2024 (2024-02-28)Chris Hayes, Carrie PrestonN/A
Tivon Pennicott sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. What's Going On Over There? Chris Hayes discusses recent politics. Carrie Preston discusses Elsbeth.
1460February 29, 2024 (2024-02-29)Rebecca Ferguson, Denis VilleneuveN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Rebecca Ferguson discusses Dune: Part Two. Denis Villeneuve discusses Dune: Part Two.

March

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1461March 4, 2024 (2024-03-04)RuPaul, Yuval Noah HarariN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. RuPaul discusses his new book, The House of Hidden Meanings. Yuval Noah Harari discusses his new book, Unstoppable Us.
1462March 5, 2024 (2024-03-05)Senator Bernie SandersBleachers
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Senator Bernie Sanders discusses recent politics. Bleachers performs "Jesus Is Dead" from their upcoming self-titled album.
1463March 6, 2024 (2024-03-06)Neil deGrasse TysonAriel Elias
Rich, Please! Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses his book, Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization. Ariel Elias gives a stand-up performance.
1464March 7, 2024 (2024-03-07)John DickersonDe La Soul
Special live episode following the State of the Union Address. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses the State of the Union Address and recent politics. De La Soul performs "Eye Know" from their 1989 album 3 Feet High and Rising.
1465March 11, 2024 (2024-03-11)Kristen Stewart, Tom HollanderN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kristen Stewart discusses Love Lies Bleeding. Tom Hollander discusses Feud: Capote vs. The Swans.
1466March 12, 2024 (2024-03-12)Diane Lane, Patton OswaltN/A
Talkin' Sportz. Diane Lane discusses Feud: Capote vs. The Swans. Patton Oswalt discusses Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire.
1467March 13, 2024 (2024-03-13)Paul Rudd, Cecilia VegaN/A
The Shower Witch (special appearances by Jon Hamm and Amy Sedaris). Paul Rudd discusses Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Cecilia Vega discusses 60 Minutes and recent politics.
1468March 14, 2024 (2024-03-14)Paul SimonPaul Simon
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Paul Simon discusses In Restless Dreams. Paul Simon performs "Your Forgiveness" from his 2023 album Seven Psalms.
1469March 25, 2024 (2024-03-25)Justice Stephen Breyer, Justin ThomasN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Justice Stephen Breyer discusses recent politics and his new book, Reading the Constitution. Justin Thomas discusses Full Swing.
1470March 26, 2024 (2024-03-26)Carol BurnettWaxahatchee featuring MJ Lenderman
Cyborgasm. Carol Burnett discusses Palm Royale. Waxahatchee performs "Right Back to It" from her album Tigers Blood, featuring MJ Lenderman.
1471March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)Liam Neeson, Fareed ZakariaN/A
Easter Bunny Auditions. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Liam Neeson discusses In the Land of Saints and Sinners. Fareed Zakaria discusses recent politics and his new book, Age of Revolutions.

April

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1472April 1, 2024 (2024-04-01)Matt Damon, Hannah WaddinghamN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Matt Damon takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from February 13 episode). Hannah Waddingham discusses The Fall Guy.
1473April 2, 2024 (2024-04-02)Savannah Guthrie, Tim Blake NelsonN/A
That's Gyat, Spill The Tea, Babygirl, Skibidi Toilet! Savannah Guthrie discusses recent politics and her new book, Mostly What God Does. Tim Blake Nelson discusses his book, City of Blows.
1474April 3, 2024 (2024-04-03)Gillian Anderson, Sonequa Martin-GreenRemi Wolf
Gillian Anderson discusses Scoop. Sonequa Martin-Green discusses Star Trek: Discovery. Remi Wolf performs "Cinderella" from her upcoming album Big Ideas.
1475April 4, 2024 (2024-04-04)Steve Buscemi, Henry Louis Gates Jr.N/A
Aging News. Whitlock's Hot Air Balloon with Steve Buscemi. Steve Buscemi discusses The Listener. Henry Louis Gates Jr. discusses his new book, The Black Box.
1476April 8, 2024 (2024-04-08)Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-CortezTyla
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discusses recent politics. Tyla performs "Art" from her eponymous album.
1477April 9, 2024 (2024-04-09)Maren Morris, Demetri MartinN/A
Maren Morris discusses her new book, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. Demetri Martin discusses his new stand-up special, Demetri Deconstructed.
1478April 10, 2024 (2024-04-10)Christiane Amanpour, Wilmer ValderramaN/A
Hawk-Be-Gone Pest Control (special appearance by Tony Hawk). Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Christiane Amanpour discusses recent politics. Wilmer Valderrama discusses NCIS and his new book, An American Story.
1479April 15, 2024 (2024-04-15)Salman Rushdie, Anna SawaiN/A
Terence Blanchard sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Salman Rushdie discusses the stabbing he suffered in 2022 and his new book, Knife. Anna Sawai discusses Shōgun.
1480April 16, 2024 (2024-04-16)Orlando Bloom, George TakeiMaggie Rogers
Breaking Monkey News. Stephen+. Orlando Bloom discusses To the Edge. George Takei discusses his new book, My Lost Freedom. Maggie Rogers performs "The Kill" from her album Don't Forget Me.
1481April 17, 2024 (2024-04-17)John Lithgow, Doris Kearns GoodwinN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Lithgow discusses Art Happens Here. Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses her new book, An Unfinished Love Story.
1482April 18, 2024 (2024-04-18)Sandra Oh, Reid ScottN/A
Rescue Dog Rescue (special appearance by Daniel Radcliffe). Sandra Oh discusses The Sympathizer. Reid Scott discusses The Idea of You.
1483April 29, 2024 (2024-04-29)Jean Smart, Gayle RankinN/A
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Jean Smart discusses Hacks. Gayle Rankin discusses Cabaret.
1484April 30, 2024 (2024-04-30)Jeff Daniels, Hannah EinbinderN/A
Béla Fleck sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jeff Daniels discusses A Man in Full. Hannah Einbinder discusses Hacks.

May

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1485May 1, 2024 (2024-05-01)Carol Burnett, Phil KeoghanJacob Collier
Carol Burnett takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from March 26 episode). Phil Keoghan discusses The Amazing Race. Jacob Collier performs "Cinnamon Crush" from his album Djesse Vol. 4, featuring Lindsey Lomis.
1486May 2, 2024 (2024-05-02)John Leguizamo, Laura CoatesN/A
Furious Cam! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Leguizamo discusses The Green Veil. Laura Coates discusses recent politics.
1487May 6, 2024 (2024-05-06)Ethan Hawke, Cedric the EntertainerN/A
Cyborgasm. Ethan Hawke discusses Wildcat. Cedric the Entertainer discusses The Neighborhood.
1488May 7, 2024 (2024-05-07)Tiffany Haddish, Meredith ScardinoN/A
Breaking Zoos. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Tiffany Haddish discusses her new book, I Curse You with Joy. Meredith Scardino discusses Girls5eva.
1489May 8, 2024 (2024-05-08)Jen PsakiElyanna
Jen Psaki discusses recent politics and her new book, Say More. Elyanna performs a medley of "Callin’ U (Tamally Maak)" and "Mama Eh".
1490May 9, 2024 (2024-05-09)Ryan Gosling, Desi LydicN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Ryan Gosling takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from February 11 episode). Desi Lydic discusses The Daily Show.
1491May 13, 2024 (2024-05-13)Steve CarellPaul Simon
Stephen and Steve Carell bring back Even Stevphen. Steve Carell discusses Uncle Vanya and IF. Paul Simon performs "Slip Slidin' Away" from his 1977 album Greatest Hits, Etc.
1492May 14, 2024 (2024-05-14)Jennifer Hudson, Marisa AbelaN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sexy-genarian Cam. Jennifer Hudson discusses The Jennifer Hudson Show. Marisa Abela discusses Back to Black.
1493May 15, 2024 (2024-05-15)George Stephanopoulos, Michelle ButeauN/A
Young Stephen (special appearance by Iain Armitage). Damn! Cam. George Stephanopoulos discusses recent politics and his new book, The Situation Room. Michelle Buteau discusses Babes.
1494May 16, 2024 (2024-05-16)David Letterman, Claudia JessieNorah Jones
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. David Letterman takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from November 20, 2023 episode). Claudia Jessie discusses Bridgerton. Norah Jones performs "Paradise" from her album Visions.
1495May 20, 2024 (2024-05-20)Sarah Paulson, Paul ScheerThe cast of Merrily We Roll Along
The Late Show Presents: Court Sketch Court: To Sketch A Predator. Sarah Paulson discusses Appropriate. Paul Scheer discusses his new book, Joyful Recollections of Trauma. The cast of Merrily We Roll Along (Lindsay Mendez, Daniel Radcliffe and Jonathan Groff) performs "Old Friends".
1496May 21, 2024 (2024-05-21)Billie EilishBillie Eilish
The new voice of ChatGPT (special appearance by J. B. Smoove). Lakecia Benjamin and Angie Swan sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Billie Eilish discusses her new album, Hit Me Hard and Soft. Billie Eilish performs "Lunch".
1497May 22, 2024 (2024-05-22)Anya Taylor-Joy, Second gentleman Doug EmhoffN/A
Lakecia Benjamin and Angie Swan sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Anya Taylor-Joy discusses Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. Second gentleman Doug Emhoff discusses recent politics.
1498May 23, 2024 (2024-05-23)Chris Hemsworth, James DysonN/A
Lakecia Benjamin and Angie Swan sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Chris Hemsworth discusses Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. James Dyson discusses the new Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer.

June

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1499June 3, 2024 (2024-06-03)Alicia Keys, Stephen MerchantN/A
A cameo appearance by Laura Benanti as Melania Trump. Alicia Keys discusses Hell's Kitchen. Stephen Merchant discusses The Outlaws.
1500June 4, 2024 (2024-06-04)Viggo Mortensen, Olivia CookeThe cast of Illinoise
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Viggo Mortensen discusses The Dead Don't Hurt. Olivia Cooke discusses House of the Dragon. The cast of Illinoise performs "Jacksonville".
1501June 5, 2024 (2024-06-05)Jon Bon Jovi, Tig NotaroN/A
What's Going On Over There? Jon Bon Jovi discusses Thank You, Goodnight and Bon Jovi's new album, Forever. Tig Notaro discusses her new stand-up special, Hello Again, and Am I OK?
1502June 6, 2024 (2024-06-06)Julia Louis-DreyfusHozier
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Julia Louis-Dreyfus discusses her podcast, Wiser Than Me, and Tuesday. Hozier performs "Too Sweet".
1503June 10, 2024 (2024-06-10)Senator Cory BookerBillie Eilish
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Senator Cory Booker discusses recent politics. Billie Eilish performs "The Greatest" from her album Hit Me Hard and Soft.
1504June 11, 2024 (2024-06-11)Jake Gyllenhaal, Chloe FinemanN/A
Fred Wesley sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jake Gyllenhaal discusses Presumed Innocent. Chloe Fineman discusses Megalopolis and Despicable Me 4.
1505June 12, 2024 (2024-06-12)Seth MeyersOmar Apollo
Stephen Colbert Is Like a Teacher, But Paid So Much More! It Really Makes You Question the Order of Society and What We Place Value On! (special appearances by Jeff Daniels and Tim Meadows). Seth Meyers discusses Strike Force Five and Late Night. Omar Apollo performs "Dispose of Me" from his album God Said No.
1506June 13, 2024 (2024-06-13)Jude LawNathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
First Drafts: Father's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Jude Law discusses Firebrand. Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats perform "Heartless" from their album South of Here.
1507June 17, 2024 (2024-06-17)Dr. Anthony Fauci, Callum TurnerN/A
Trombone Shorty sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Stephen's audience with Pope Francis. Dr. Anthony Fauci discusses his new book, On Call. Callum Turner discusses Masters of the Air.
1508June 18, 2024 (2024-06-18)Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy VietorLake Street Dive
Cyborgasm. Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor discuss recent politics. Lake Street Dive performs "Dance with a Stranger" from their album Good Together, with the Late Show Band providing musical accompaniment.
1509June 19, 2024 (2024-06-19)Cynthia Erivo, Representative Jamaal BowmanN/A
The Late Show (special appearances by Ron Howard, Clint Howard, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Paul Bettany). Cynthia Erivo discusses A Little Night Music and Wicked. Representative Jamaal Bowman discusses recent politics.
1510June 20, 2024 (2024-06-20)Jeremy Allen White, Ava DuVernayN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jeremy Allen White discusses The Bear. Ava DuVernay discusses Origin.

July

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1511July 8, 2024 (2024-07-08)Michael Douglas, Abby PhillipN/A
"Rescue Dog Rescue" (special appearances by Antony Starr, Chace Crawford and Colby Minifie). Michael Douglas discusses America's Burning. Abby Phillip discusses recent politics.
1512July 9, 2024 (2024-07-09)Serena Williams, Andrew McCarthyN/A
Schuyler Col-facts. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Serena Williams discusses In the Arena. Andrew McCarthy discusses Brats.
1513July 10, 2024 (2024-07-10)Governor Gretchen WhitmerMartha Stewart
The Viper Groin Alert System. Governor Gretchen Whitmer discusses recent politics and her new book, True Gretch. Martha Stewart steps into the kitchen with Stephen.
1514July 11, 2024 (2024-07-11)John DickersonJessica Pratt
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses recent politics. Jessica Pratt performs "Life Is" from her album Here in the Pitch.
1515July 15, 2024 (2024-07-15)Representative Adam KinzingerBikini Kill
Special live episode following the first night of the 2024 Republican National Convention. Stephen acknowledges the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Schuyler Col-facts. Representative Adam Kinzinger discusses recent politics. Bikini Kill performs "Rebel Girl".
1516July 16, 2024 (2024-07-16)Senator Elizabeth WarrenLoudon Wainwright III
Special live episode following the second night of the 2024 Republican National Convention. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses recent politics. Loudon Wainwright III performs "A Father and a Son" from his 1992 album History.
1517July 17, 2024 (2024-07-17)Glen Powell, Charlamagne tha GodN/A
Special live episode following the third night of the 2024 Republican National Convention. Schuyler Col-facts. The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Glen Powell discusses Twisters. Charlamagne tha God discusses recent politics and his new book, Get Honest or Die Lying.
1518July 18, 2024 (2024-07-18)Senator Bernie SandersOneRepublic
Special live episode following the fourth and final night of the 2024 Republican National Convention. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator Bernie Sanders discusses recent politics. OneRepublic performs "Sink or Swim" from their album Artificial Paradise.
1519July 22, 2024 (2024-07-22)Keanu ReevesCharles Wesley Godwin
Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Keanu Reeves). Keanu Reeves discusses his new book, The Book of Elsewhere. Charles Wesley Godwin performs "Family Ties" from his album of the same name.
1520July 23, 2024 (2024-07-23)Matthew Macfadyen, Jon M. ChuN/A
Stephen Colbert's Disney's Pixar's Frozen 3 Starring Cocomelon (special appearance by Senator Elizabeth Warren). Matthew Macfadyen discusses Deadpool & Wolverine. Jon M. Chu discusses his new book, Viewfinder.
1521July 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)Melinda French Gates, Saoirse-Monica JacksonN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Melinda French Gates discusses Moments That Make Us and recent politics. Saoirse-Monica Jackson discusses Derry Girls and The Decameron.
1522July 25, 2024 (2024-07-25)Kevin HartErica Rhodes
Andrew Bird sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Cyborgasm. Kevin Hart discusses Borderlands. Erica Rhodes gives a stand-up performance.

August

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1523August 12, 2024 (2024-08-12)Kaitlan Collins, Walton GogginsN/A
Kaitlan Collins discusses recent politics. Walton Goggins discusses Fallout.
1524August 13, 2024 (2024-08-13)Bowen Yang, Nick CaveN/A
Bowen Yang discusses the upcoming 50th season of Saturday Night Live. Nick Cave discusses his new album, Wild God, and his newsletter, Red Hand Files.
1525August 14, 2024 (2024-08-14)Alex WagnerAli Macofsky
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Alex Wagner discusses recent politics. Ali Macofsky gives a stand-up performance.
1526August 15, 2024 (2024-08-15)Sean Hayes, Billie Eilish, Hiroyuki SanadaKoe Wetzel with Jessie Murph
Community Calendar: Chicago, Illinois with Sean Hayes. Billie Eilish takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from May 21 episode). Hiroyuki Sanada discusses Shōgun. Koe Wetzel performs "High Road" from his album 9 Lives, with Jessie Murph providing musical accompaniment.
1527August 19, 2024 (2024-08-19)Hillary Rodham Clinton, Julia Louis-DreyfusN/A
Special live episode following the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The Chicago National Anthem (special appearances by Jennifer Hudson, Sean Hayes, Jason Sudeikis, Nick Offerman, Robert Smigel and George Wendt). Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Hillary Rodham Clinton discusses recent politics and her new book, Something Lost, Something Gained. Julia Louis-Dreyfus discusses her participation in the Democratic National Convention.
1528August 20, 2024 (2024-08-20)Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic Leader Hakeem JeffriesN/A
Special live episode following the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. A cameo appearance by Laura Benanti as Melania Trump. Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi discusses recent politics and her new book, The Art of Power. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses recent politics.
1529August 21, 2024 (2024-08-21)Pete ButtigiegChance the Rapper
Special live episode following the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Donny Franks visits the Democratic National Convention (special appearances by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Jaime Harrison, James Carville and JB Pritzker). Pete Buttigieg discusses recent politics. Chance the Rapper performs "Together" from his upcoming album Star Line.
1530August 22, 2024 (2024-08-22)Representative Alexandria Ocasio-CortezMavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy
Special live episode following the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Stephen visits Wrigley Field (special appearances by Jameson Taillon, Nico Hoerner, Ian Happ, Walton Goggins and Jennifer Hudson). Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discusses recent politics. Mavis Staples and Jeff Tweedy perform "Freedom Highway".

September

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1531September 3, 2024 (2024-09-03)Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown JacksonKaytranada featuring Ravyn Lenae & Channel Tres
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson discusses recent politics and her new book, Lovely One. Kaytranada performs a medley of "Video" and "Drip Sweat" from his album Timeless, featuring Ravyn Lenae and Channel Tres.
1532September 4, 2024 (2024-09-04)Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, Jack LowdenN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson discusses his new book, The Accomplice. Jack Lowden discusses Slow Horses.
1533September 5, 2024 (2024-09-05)Stephen Curry, Senator Mark KellyN/A
Stephen Curry discusses the gold medal won at the Summer Olympics and the Underrated Golf Tour. Senator Mark Kelly discusses recent politics and his new book, Mousetronaut Saves the World.
1534September 9, 2024 (2024-09-09)Jim Parsons, Natasha RothwellN/A
Jim Parsons discusses Our Town. Natasha Rothwell discusses The White Lotus and How to Die Alone.
1535September 10, 2024 (2024-09-10)John DickersonTems
Special live episode following the second presidential debate. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses the second presidential debate. Tems performs "Burning" from her album Born in the Wild.
1536September 11, 2024 (2024-09-11)Samuel L. Jackson, Amy RyanN/A
Taylor Swift Decoder Cam. Cyborgasm. Should This Be Happening? I Guess This Is Happening Now. Samuel L. Jackson discusses Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist. Amy Ryan discusses Wolfs.
1537September 12, 2024 (2024-09-12)Jeff BridgesN/A
Stephen steps into the kitchen with his wife, Evie; they discuss their new book, Does This Taste Funny? Jeff Bridges discusses The Old Man.
1538September 17, 2024 (2024-09-17)Jeremy Strong, Dr. Francis CollinsN/A
Huntertones sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jeremy Strong discusses The Apprentice. Dr. Francis Collins discusses his new book, The Road to Wisdom.
1539September 18, 2024 (2024-09-18)Rachel MaddowShaboozey
Parent Cam. The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Rachel Maddow discusses recent politics and From Russia with Lev. Shaboozey performs "Highway" from his album Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going.
1540September 19, 2024 (2024-09-19)Anderson CooperSting
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Anderson Cooper discusses recent politics and his podcast, All There Is. Sting performs "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)".
1541September 23, 2024 (2024-09-23)Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, RuPaulN/A
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discusses recent politics and Canada's participation in the United Nations General Assembly. RuPaul takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from March 4 episode).
1542September 24, 2024 (2024-09-24)Kate Winslet, Jude LawN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate Winslet discusses Lee. Jude Law takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 13 episode).
1543September 25, 2024 (2024-09-25)Bill Gates, Jane GoodallN/A
A special appearance by Andy Cohen. Bill Gates discusses his work for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates. Jane Goodall discusses Vote For Nature.
1544September 26, 2024 (2024-09-26)Sarah Silverman, Chris StapletonChris Stapleton
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sarah Silverman discusses her stand-up tour, Postmortem. Chris Stapleton discusses his album, Higher. Chris Stapleton performs "What Am I Gonna Do".
1545September 30, 2024 (2024-09-30)Don Cheadle, Malcolm GladwellN/A
Members of Lettuce sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Helene. Don Cheadle discusses Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist. Malcolm Gladwell discusses his new book, Revenge of the Tipping Point.

October

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1546October 1, 2024 (2024-10-01)Chris HayesBrittany Howard
Special live episode following the vice presidential debate. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Mientras Tanto. Chris Hayes discusses the vice presidential debate and recent politics. Brittany Howard performs "What Now" from her album of the same name.
1547October 2, 2024 (2024-10-02)Andrew Garfield, Ina GartenN/A
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Andrew Garfield discusses We Live in Time. Ina Garten discusses her new book, Be Ready When the Luck Happens.
1548October 3, 2024 (2024-10-03)Chris WallaceYotam Ottolenghi
A special appearance by Justin Hartley. Chris Wallace discusses recent politics and his new book, Countdown 1960. Yotam Ottolenghi steps into the kitchen with Stephen and discusses his new book, Comfort.
1549October 8, 2024 (2024-10-08)Vice President Kamala HarrisN/A
Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Milton. Vice President Kamala Harris discusses recent politics and her presidential campaign.
1550October 14, 2024 (2024-10-14)Kathy Bates, Pamela AndersonN/A
Grace Bowers sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kathy Bates discusses Matlock. Pamela Anderson discusses her new book, I Love You: Recipes from the Heart.
1551October 15, 2024 (2024-10-15)Jason Segel, Representative Jasmine CrockettN/A
What's Going On Over There? Jason Segel discusses Shrinking. Representative Jasmine Crockett discusses recent politics.
1552October 16, 2024 (2024-10-16)Stanley Tucci, Harvey GuillénN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Stanley Tucci discusses his new book, What I Ate in One Year (And Related Thoughts). Harvey Guillén discusses What We Do in the Shadows.
1553October 17, 2024 (2024-10-17)Bob WoodwardWyatt Flores
Stephen Colbert Presents: That's Yeet: Dabbing on Fleek, Fam! Bob Woodward discusses recent politics and his new book, War. Wyatt Flores performs "Oh Susannah" from his album Welcome to the Plains.
1554October 21, 2024 (2024-10-21)Brian Cox, Yulia NavalnayaN/A
Consumer Watch. Brian Cox discusses The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. Yulia Navalnaya discusses her late husband Alexei Navalny's book, Patriot.
1555October 22, 2024 (2024-10-22)Senator John Fetterman, Alfonso CuarónN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator John Fetterman discusses recent politics. Alfonso Cuarón discusses Disclaimer.
1556October 23, 2024 (2024-10-23)Anna Kendrick, Matty MathesonN/A
Stephen+ (special appearance by Samuel L. Jackson). Anna Kendrick discusses Woman of the Hour. Matty Matheson discusses The Bear and his new book, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches.
1557October 24, 2024 (2024-10-24)Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jonathan AlterJhayco
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Julia Louis-Dreyfus takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 6 episode). Jonathan Alter discusses recent politics and his new book, American Reckoning. Jhayco performs a medley of "Vida Rockstar" and "Passoa" from his album Le Clique: Vida Rockstar (X).
1558October 28, 2024 (2024-10-28)Robin Wright, Nicole ScherzingerN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Robin Wright discusses Here. Nicole Scherzinger discusses Sunset Boulevard.
1559October 29, 2024 (2024-10-29)Tom HanksRachel Zegler, Jack Antonoff and the cast of Romeo and Juliet
The Late Show Too Much Exposition Theater, with Tom Hanks. Tom Hanks discusses Here. Rachel Zegler, Jack Antonoff and the cast of Romeo and Juliet perform "Man of the House".
1560October 30, 2024 (2024-10-30)Kieran Culkin, Ta-Nehisi CoatesN/A
Late Show Presents: Screamwhile. Kieran Culkin discusses A Real Pain. Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses recent politics and his new book, The Message.
1561October 31, 2024 (2024-10-31)Seth MeyersMohanad Elshieky
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. The Sound of Science Presents: Stop It. Stop It Right Now. Seth Meyers discusses his new stand-up special, Dad Man Walking. Mohanad Elshieky gives a stand-up performance.

November

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1562November 4, 2024 (2024-11-04)Governor Tim Walz, John OliverN/A
A response from Iowa (special appearance by Michael Shannon). Governor Tim Walz discusses recent politics and the 2024 presidential election. John Oliver discusses recent politics.
1563November 6, 2024 (2024-11-06)John DickersonLenny Kravitz
Stephen acknowledges the results of the 2024 presidential election. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses recent politics. Lenny Kravitz performs "Paralyzed" from his album Blue Electric Light.
1564November 7, 2024 (2024-11-07)Paul Bettany, Mike BirbigliaN/A
The Late Show (special appearances by Robert Zemeckis and Tom Hanks). Paul Bettany discusses Here. Mike Birbiglia discusses his new stand-up special, The Good Life.
1565November 11, 2024 (2024-11-11)Javier Bardem, Curtis "50 Cent" JacksonN/A
Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Rescue Dog Rescue (special appearance by Chris Evans). Javier Bardem discusses Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from September 4 episode).
1566November 12, 2024 (2024-11-12)John Krasinski, Francis Ford CoppolaN/A
Stephen reveals John Krasinski as People's "Sexiest Man Alive" 2024 (special appearance by Chris Evans). Francis Ford Coppola discusses Megalopolis.
1567November 13, 2024 (2024-11-13)Zoe Saldaña, Ken BurnsN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Zoe Saldaña discusses Emilia Pérez. Ken Burns discusses Leonardo da Vinci.
1568November 14, 2024 (2024-11-14)Billy Bob Thornton, Sharon HorganN/A
What's Going On Over There? Billy Bob Thornton discusses Landman. Sharon Horgan discusses Bad Sisters.
1569November 18, 2024 (2024-11-18)Josh Brolin, Kacey MusgravesN/A
Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Ooh Ooh! Emu Update! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Brolin discusses his new book, From Under the Truck. Kacey Musgraves discusses her album, Deeper Well.
1570November 19, 2024 (2024-11-19)President Bill ClintonKacey Musgraves
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. President Bill Clinton discusses recent politics and his new book, Citizen. Kacey Musgraves performs "Arm's Length" from the expanded edition of her album Deeper Well.
1571November 20, 2024 (2024-11-20)Paul Mescal, Elvis Costello & T Bone BurnettThe Coward Brothers
Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Paul Mescal discusses Gladiator II. Elvis Costello & T Bone Burnett discuss Costello's new boxset, King of America & Other Realms, and their work together as "The Coward Brothers". The Coward Brothers perform "Always".
1572November 21, 2024 (2024-11-21)House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Jeffrey WrightN/A
Tank and the Bangas' Tarriona Ball sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. First Drafts: Thanksgiving Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses recent politics. Jeffrey Wright discusses The Agency.

December

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No.Original air dateGuest(s)Musical/entertainment guest(s)
1573December 2, 2024 (2024-12-02)Daniel Craig, Auliʻi CravalhoN/A
Stephen Colbert Rest in Peace (special appearance by Amy Sedaris). Daniel Craig discusses Queer. Auliʻi Cravalho discusses Moana 2.
1574December 3, 2024 (2024-12-03)Selena Gomez, Seth MeyersN/A
Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Selena Gomez discusses Emilia Pérez. Seth Meyers takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from October 31 episode).
1575December 4, 2024 (2024-12-04)Anderson Cooper & Andy CohenDoechii
The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen discuss their upcoming coverage of CNN's New Year's Eve Live show. Doechii performs a medley of "Denial Is a River" and "Boiled Peanuts" from her album Alligator Bites Never Heal.
1576December 5, 2024 (2024-12-05)Kate McKinnon, Peter SarsgaardN/A
Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Monkey Mysteries. Ben Folds sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate McKinnon discusses her new book, The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. Peter Sarsgaard discusses September 5.
1577December 9, 2024 (2024-12-09)Billy CrystalArooj Aftab
FBI: Late Show. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Billy Crystal discusses Before. Arooj Aftab performs "Raat Ki Rani" from her album Night Reign.
1578December 10, 2024 (2024-12-10)Mindy KalingSaul Trujillo
What's Going On Over There? Mindy Kaling discusses The Sex Lives of College Girls. Saul Trujillo gives a stand-up performance.
1579December 11, 2024 (2024-12-11)Dua Lipa, Jon BatisteN/A
Rescue Dog Rescue with Dua Lipa. Dua Lipa discusses An Evening with Dua Lipa. Jon Batiste discusses his new album, Beethoven Blues, and Saturday Night.
1580December 12, 2024 (2024-12-12)Timothée Chalamet, Sabrina CarpenterN/A
Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Timothée Chalamet discusses A Complete Unknown. Sabrina Carpenter discusses A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter.
1581December 16, 2024 (2024-12-16)Nicole Kidman, Bill SkarsgårdN/A
Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. First Drafts: Holiday Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Nicole Kidman discusses Babygirl. Bill Skarsgård discusses Nosferatu.
1582December 17, 2024 (2024-12-17)Elton John & Brandi CarlileN/A
Elton John and Brandi Carlile discuss Never Too Late.
1583December 18, 2024 (2024-12-18)Adrien Brody, Ben SchwartzN/A
Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Adrien Brody discusses The Brutalist. Ben Schwartz discusses Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
1584December 19, 2024 (2024-12-19)Edward NortonLouis Cato and The Late Show Band
The Late Show Presents: "It's a Worm-derful Life". Edward Norton discusses A Complete Unknown. Louis Cato and The Late Show Band perform "This Time of Year".

References

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  1. ^ "Stephen Colbert cancels week of shows due to burst appendix". The Guardian. Associated Press. November 28, 2023. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved January 6, 2024.
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