

TV series
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015–2026, English, on CBS.
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.
- Seasons
- 11
- Episodes
- 1816
- Episode length
- 56 min
- Status
- Ended in 2026
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 370 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Latest episode
S11 E118: Hello Goodbye
Aired 21 May 2026
Seasons 11

Season 1
2015 · 202 episodes · 7.6/10

Season 2
2016 · 206 episodes · 6.2/10

Season 3
2017 · 194 episodes · 9.1/10

Season 4
2018 · 195 episodes · 7.0/10

Season 5
2019 · 173 episodes · 9.0/10

Season 6
2020 · 168 episodes · 8.7/10

Season 7
2021 · 170 episodes · 8.7/10

Season 8
2022 · 107 episodes · 8.1/10

Season 9
2023 · 129 episodes · 9.5/10

Season 10
2024 · 153 episodes · 6.1/10

Season 11
2025 · 118 episodes · 2.9/10
Cast & crew
- Stephen ColbertSelf - Host · 1816 ep
- Evelyn McGee-ColbertSelf · 29 ep
- John OliverSelf - Guest · 26 ep
- Anderson CooperSelf - Guest · 19 ep
- Laura BenantiJuror 11 · 16 ep
- Bernie SandersSelf - United States Senator · 16 ep
- John DickersonSelf · 13 ep
- Elizabeth WarrenSelf · 12 ep
- Neil deGrasse TysonSelf - Guest · 12 ep
- Jon StewartSelf - Guest · 12 ep
- Pete ButtigiegSelf - Guest · 10 ep
- Robert De NiroSelf · 10 ep
Details
- First aired
- 8 September 2015
- Last aired
- 21 May 2026
- Network
- CBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Talk Show
- Rated
- U
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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: quick answers
Is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 370 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert are there?
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has 11 seasons and 1816 episodes, about 56 minutes each.
Is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert finished?
Yes. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert ended in 2026, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on?
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is streaming on Paramount Plus Essential and Paramount+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is rated U. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like The Late Show with Stephen Colbert?
If you liked The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, try Late Show with David Letterman, Comedy Bang! Bang!, The Ed Sullivan Show.