After a third of a century, The Late Show is coming to a close. The Late Show With Stephen Colbert is officially coming to its end as CBS’s late-night favorite.
So when exactly does The Late Show sign off for the last time? And what can fans expect from this final stretch?
When is The Late Show With Stephen Colbert‘s final episode?
The series’ finale will air on Thursday, May 21, at 11:35/10:35c on CBS. The episode is expected to be an extended version, as the next airing is scheduled for 12:54 a.m. ET on Friday.
Who will appear on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert‘s final episodes?
The guest list for the final episode of Colbert’s The Late Show has not been revealed.
Prior to the finale, the host has welcomed a bevy of show favorites, including The Daily Show colleague Jon Stewart, director Steven Spielberg, David Byrne, and Bruce Springsteen during the final week. According to The Hollywood Reporter, there are also more surprises in store.
Why was The Late Show With Stephen Colbert canceled?
CBS cited financial reasons for saying goodbye to the program. However, many — including original Late Show host David Letterman — suspect there may have been another reason: appeasing Donald Trump, who was sharply critical of the show and its host, as the network’s parent company, Paramount, worked to merge with Skydance and needed government approval.
What will air in The Late Show With Stephen Colbert‘s place?
Taking over the timeslot will be Comics Unleashed With Byron Allen, beginning on Friday, May 22.
How will Stephen Colbert say goodbye to The Late Show?
It remains to be seen how the host will mark the end of his tenure at the top of late-night TV or what he’ll say in his opening and closing monologues. However, a former writer who worked with him on The Daily Show and The Colbert Report guessed, “He’s a classy guy… I think he’s capable of killing with kindness. I think what he doesn’t say is sometimes better than what can be said. But he is just a class act.”
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Series Finale, May 21, 11:35/10:35c, CBS
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