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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

2014TV-MA13 seasons7.8 / 10

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A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

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Synopsis

A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

Season 10 episodes

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Episode 1

February 19, 2023: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy

Feb 19, 202335m7.3 / 10

John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky’s relationship to rainbows. Plus, the Fox News lawsuit and the Ohio train derailment.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark Kramer

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Episode 2

February 26, 2023: Artificial Intelligence

Feb 26, 202340m7.5 / 10

Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of our lives, from self-driving cars to ChatGPT. John Oliver discusses how AI works, where it might be heading next, and, of course, why it hates the bus.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark Kramer

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Episode 3

March 5, 2023: Ron DeSantis

Mar 5, 202335m7.0 / 10

John Oliver discusses Ron DeSantis, his track record as the governor of Florida, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the supposed dangers of “woke math.” Plus, the hilarious advertising by a plumbing company called Radiant.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark Kramer

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Episode 4

March 12, 2023: TANF

Mar 12, 202335m6.8 / 10

John Oliver discusses TANF - a federal program designed to help families with little to no income – who’s currently receiving these vital funds, who should be receiving them, and what it all has to do with Brett Favre. Plus, a look at Tennessee’s new law about drag performances and the lieutenant governor who supports the law.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars John Mica

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Episode 5

March 19, 2023: Timeshares

Mar 19, 202335m7.0 / 10

John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it’s so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Rachel Dratch, Ryan Barger

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Episode 6

April 2, 2023: Solitary Confinement

Apr 2, 202335m7.6 / 10

John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Noel MacNeal

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Episode 7

April 9, 2023: Homeowners Associations

Apr 9, 202334m7.5 / 10

John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is “tree-shaped.”

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Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Chris Parnell, Carol Herman, Tim Bagley, Nicole Sullivan, Cedric Yarbrough

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Episode 8

April 16, 2023: Farmworkers

Apr 16, 202335m7.4 / 10

John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant’s body hair.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Ryan Barger, Nick Offerman, Brian McCarthy, Sean Modica

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Episode 9

April 23, 2023: Cryptocurrencies II

Apr 23, 202335m7.7 / 10

John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off “crime vibes.”

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Kid Rock

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Episode 10

April 30, 2023: Biden and the Border

Apr 30, 202337m7.5 / 10

A look at the things Biden has promised to fix about our southern border, what he has and hasn’t done, and a magnificent pile of gators.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Ryan Barger, Sean Modica

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Episode 11

October 1, 2023: Prison Health Care

Oct 1, 202339m7.6 / 10

John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons; plus, a look at the past five months, from the WGA strike to Lauren Boebert.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Ryan Barger

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Episode 12

October 8, 2023: Homeschooling

Oct 8, 202340m8.0 / 10

John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark Kramer

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Episode 13

October 15, 2023: Food Safety

Oct 15, 202335m7.6 / 10

John Oliver discusses the groups in charge of keeping our food safe – from the FDA, to the USDA, to, most crucially, the Association for Dressings and Sauces.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars John Dickerson, David Faber, Charles Gasparino, Nancy Mace, George Santos, Jim Cramer

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Episode 14

October 22, 2023: McKinsey

Oct 22, 202338m7.8 / 10

John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.

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Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Michael Torpey, Marla Mindelle, Matt Barats, Ronny Chieng, Desi Domo, Freddie Kuguru, Vin Knight

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Episode 15

October 29, 2023: Chocolate

Oct 29, 202336m8.0 / 10

John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Susan Evans, Ryan Barger, Molly Brown, Brian Cade

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Episode 16

November 5, 2023: Abortion Rights

Nov 5, 202340m8.2 / 10

John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.

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Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Noel MacNeal, Jennifer Barnhart, Zach Broome, Betsy Falk, Michael Latini, Marc Petrosino

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Episode 17

November 12, 2023: Israel-Hamas War

Nov 12, 202340m8.1 / 10

John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

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Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Ryan Barger, Sean Modica, Molly Brown

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Episode 18

November 19, 2023: Dollar Stores

Nov 19, 202340m7.6 / 10

John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.

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Directed by Paul PennolinoWritten by John Oliver, Seena Vali, Owen Parsons, Chrissy Shackelford, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Joanna Rothkopf, Johnathan Appel, Liz Hynes, Ali Barthwell, Taylor Kay Phillips, Ryan Ken, Sofía Manfredi, Tim Carvell, Mark KramerGuest stars Yamaneika Saunders, Tim Bagley, Connor Ratliff, Pete Hegseth, James Comer, Chip Roy, Markwayne Mullin, Bernie Sanders

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Episode 19

December 3, 2023: Organ & Body Donations

Dec 3, 202339m7.7 / 10

John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don't always go where we might think they're going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.

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Episode 20

December 10, 2023: Freight Trains

Dec 10, 202339m8.1 / 10

John Oliver discusses freight trains and railroads, how they've put profits over safety, and, crucially, what shows he watched as a child that explain … everything.

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Guest stars Matt Berry

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Episode 21

December 17, 2023: Elon Musk

Dec 17, 202339m8.1 / 10finale

John Oliver discusses Elon Musk, the influence he has over more than just his businesses, and the perfect place for him and Mark Zuckerberg to finally have that cage match.

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Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026

More about Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

Cast

John OliverSelf - Host

David Kaye(voice)

Alberto BonillaAverage American

Rachel DratchWanda Jo

Richard KindRichard Sackler

James WojtalPuppeteer

Kyle PloofSpace Gecko

Ashley BlankenshipModel

Credits

Created by: John Oliver
Written by: John Oliver, Tim Carvell, Jeff Maurer, Jill Twiss, Juli Weiner, Scott Sherman, Geoff Haggerty, Dan Gurewitch, Kevin Avery, Daniel O'Brien, Charlie Redd, Chrissy Shackelford, Owen Parsons, Will Tracy, Ali Barthwell, Johnathan Appel, Joanna Rothkopf, Seena Vali, Mark Kramer, Liz Hynes, Josh Gondelman, Ryan Ken, Taylor Kay Phillips, Sofía Manfredi

Production details

Status: Returning Series
Series type: News
Episodes: 372
Original language: English

Networks & production

HBOUnited States
Sixteen String Jack ProductionsUnited States
Avalon TelevisionUnited States
Partially Important ProductionsUnited States
Borchard EntertainmentUnited States
Peyance Productions

Themes

clichéderogatoryglobal politicslate-night showmelancholypolitical satirepretentious

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