The Daily Show With Jon Stewart
Tired of the regular evening news? Then you'll love Jon Stewart's satirical half-hour program, which proudly boasts the fact it’s “unburdened by objectivity, journalistic integrity or even accuracy.” “The Daily Show” offers an alternative point of view on trends, pop culture, current events and politics and actually makes nightly news fun. more
Chelsea Lately
In the male-dominated world of late night television, one funny female freshens things up with a new perspective. On her nightly half-hour show “Chelsea Lately,” comic and author Chelsea Handler covers everything from breaking news to pop culture to Hollywood gossip with a rotating panel of guests. Toss in her one-on-one celebrity interviews and side-splitting comedy sketches, and you’ve got one late-night lady worth tuning in for. more
The Late Show With David Letterman
Funnyman David Letterman hosts this nightly talk show from The Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. Joined by bandleader Paul Shaffer and The CBS Orchestra, the unpredictable and often sarcastic Letterman is famous for such segments as the "Top 10 List" and "Stupid Pet Tricks." And who can forget Farrah Fawcett’s infamous dazed and confused interview or Drew Barrymore’s flashing incident? more
Late Night With Conan O'Brien
"Late Night with Conan O'Brien" rose to become a critical darling and dorm favorite after premiering 15 years ago. Harvard grad Conan O’Brien injects his wry sense of humor and wit into his celebrity interviews and comedy segments. Recurring characters include the Profane Pup (a.k.a. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog), Shirtless Moron, and Masturbating Bear. more
Jimmy Kimmel Live
The former “Man Show” man, Jimmy Kimmel, hosts and executive produces this post-Nightline talk show. "Jimmy Kimmel Live" features the usual comedy bits, celebrity interviews, and top-notch musical guests, but also frequently features Kimmel family members including Jimmy’s parents, cousin Sal, Uncle Frank, and Aunt Chippy. more
The Tonight Show With Jay Leno
The cornerstone of NBC's late-night program lineup, “The Tonight Show” features Jay Leno’s nightly monologue, news-making guests, and ongoing comedy segments. In the famous “Jaywalking” segment, Jay conducts person-on-the-street interviews, shocking viewers with what average citizens don’t know. more
TMZ
The folks behind the photo-heavy gossip website, TMZ.com, have brought their celebrity dish and dirt to television with a nightly 30-minute show, “TMZ TV.” The show captures the morning staff meetings at the TMZ offices and brings viewers tons of Hollywood gossip via paparazzi photos and video. TMZ.com managing editor Harvey Levin hosts with a little help from his friends, including Adam Carolla’s morning radio sidekick Teresa Strasser. more
Talkshow With Spike Feresten
Emmy-nominated comic Spike Feresten takes the plunge into late-night television with 30 hot minutes of comedy-infused talk, punctuated with sketches and the occasional bold excursion onto the street. Passers-by, celebrity guests, and even the show's staff are all fair game in Feresten's endless mission to inform and amuse. more
Real Time with Bill Maher
This politically-charged talk show features Bill Maher's unique perspective on the issues of the day. In a live broadcast featuring audience participation, Bill Maher discusses current events and newsmakers with an ever-changing roster of guests from a variety of backgrounds. Expect a ton of tongue-in-cheek humor and sarcasm from the ultra-opinionated Maher. more
The Colbert Report
Former "Daily Show" Senior Correspondent (and improv comic) Stephen Colbert takes on cable-news blowhards with his own satirical nightly show. Asserting his essential rightness about the important issues of the day, Colbert promises to "not just read the news to viewers, but feel the news at them." more
Saturday Night Live
Live from New York, it's Saturday Night! It’s easy to see why this classic late-night sketch comedy show has kept viewers in stitches since 1975. In addition to its revolving door of celebrity hosts and musical guests, SNL allows up-and-coming comedians to strut their stuff and has launched the careers of such funnymen (and women) as Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy, Mike Myers, Julia-Louis Dreyfus, and dozens of others. more
Poker After Dark
America’s hottest new pastime, Texas Hold ‘em, hits late night TV with “Poker After Dark.” Each week, a group of colorful professional poker players competes in a winner-take-all tournament, where the champ walks away with $120,000. Expect plenty of white knuckles and stressful strategizing. more
The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson
Craig Ferguson put his own spin on the late night talk show after he took over for its former host, Craig Kilborn, in 2005. Using his Scottish accent to charm celebrity guests (and viewers as well), Ferguson is worth staying up late for. more
Last Call With Carson Daly
Hosted by Carson Daly, who became famous first as a radio DJ and then as emcee of MTV’s after school hit “Total Request Live,” "Last Call" features interviews and musical performances by today's top artists, entertainers, and athletes. more
MXC
“MXC” brings a comedic take on foreign property as Americans dub over the voices of the Japanese hosts and participants of a show called "Takeshi's Castle" wherein contestants are eliminated through sometimes painful stunts and challenges. On “MXC,” the language barrier is actually a good thing. more