TV series

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

2015–2026 · 11 seasons

A brisk, joke-dense nightly mix of topical monologue, celebrity chat and playful satire that feels like a smart, friendly companion to the news.

Overview: 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.
How it feels: Satirical, light, earnest and cynical. Brisk and easy to follow.
About: Politics, media, celebrity, justice
Content: Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.
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Tone: satiricalstrength 3 of 3
lightstrength 2 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
cynicalstrength 1 of 3
Pacing: brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: easy-watch, 2 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: politics
media
celebrity
justice
identity
Places: big city
workplace
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: serialised
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence none
Sex mild