Episode 1
Jamie Oliver
Pundits imply that Obama is mimicking George W. Bush, Hillary Clinton becomes a grandmother, Kim Jong-un battles a cheese addiction, and Jamie Oliver talks "Comfort Food."
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Guest stars Jamie Oliver
TV series
The Colbert Report
2005TV-1411 seasons6.9 / 10
The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Colbert Report is a spin-off from and counterpart to The Daily Show that comments on politics and the media in a similar way. The show focuses on a fictional anchorman character named Stephen Colbert, played by his real-life namesake. The character, described by Colbert as a "well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot", is a caricature of televised political pundits.
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The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Colbert Report is a spin-off from and counterpart to The Daily Show that comments on politics and the media in a similar way. The show focuses on a fictional anchorman character named Stephen Colbert, played by his real-life namesake. The character, described by Colbert as a "well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot", is a caricature of televised political pundits.
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Episode 2
Jeffrey Tambor
A Muslim NFL player gets punished for praying, Bobby Jindal rethinks his pro-knowledge agenda, Hans Beinholtz accentuates the negative, and Jeffrey Tambor talks "Transparent."
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Guest stars Jeffrey Tambor
Episode 3
Mike Mullen
Author Louisa Lim discusses civil unrest in Hong Kong, Stephen offends Bill O'Reilly, and retired Navy Admiral Mike Mullen discusses ISIS and the Middle East.
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Guest stars Mike Mullen
Episode 4
Lynn Sherr
Dr. Kent Sepkowitz discusses America's first Ebola case, rich Americans develop new ways to exclude others, and Lynn Sherr talks "Sally Ride: America's First Woman in Space."
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Guest stars Lynn Sherr
Episode 5
James M. McPherson
Gay marriage becomes legal in 30 states, Allison Orr Larsen explains amicus briefs, the CDC attempts to quell Ebola fears, and James M. McPherson talks "Embattled Rebel."
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Guest stars James M. McPherson
Episode 6
Leon Wieseltier
CNN compares Ebola to ISIS, Rep. Tammy Duckworth talks about Illinois's 8th district, and The New Republic's Leon Wieseltier discusses "Insurrections of the Mind."
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Guest stars Leon Wieseltier
Episode 7
Carol Burnett
John Boehner raises money for an openly gay politician, Obama faces pressure to name the war against ISIS, and Carol Burnett talks about her role in "Love Letters."
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Guest stars Carol Burnett
Episode 8
Robert Plant
Seattle puts an end to Columbus Day, two toddlers argue about rain, political ads humanize Republicans, and Robert Plant shares songs from "lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar."
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Guest stars Robert Plant
Episode 9
Walter Isaacson
Michelle Obama flubs a candidate's name, South Dakota's Senate race heats up, Stephen prepares for his final 32 episodes, and Walter Isaacson discusses "The Innovators."
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Guest stars Walter Isaacson
Episode 10
Neil Young
The Vatican promotes acceptance of gays, a Republican ad compares Governor Rick Scott to a wedding dress, and "Special Deluxe" author Neil Young performs a duet with Stephen.
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Guest stars Neil Young
Episode 11
Justin Simien
Google botches Stephen's height, Stan Lee creates an Indian superhero, Sean Hannity shares his fitness secrets, and writer-director Justin Simien talks "Dear White People."
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Guest stars Justin Simien
Episode 12
William Deresiewicz
C.J. Chivers weighs in on abandoned WMDs found in Iraq, Rick Scott and Charlie Crist face off in an unusual debate, and author William Deresiewicz discusses "Excellent Sheep."
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Guest stars William Deresiewicz
Episode 13
Meredith Vieira
The Ebola virus arrives in New York City, Texas Rep. Louie Gohmert argues against gays in the military, and Meredith Vieira discusses "The Meredith Vieira Show."
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Guest stars Meredith Vieira
Episode 14
Michael Lewis
The government takes the fun out of Halloween, the NRA defeats a bill against pet eating, Gov. Tom Corbett gets caught using Photoshop, and Michael Lewis talks "Liar's Poker."
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Episode 15
Jill Lepore
Anita Sarkeesian discusses Gamergate, Kevin Vickers stops a shooting spree in Canada's parliament building, and Jill Lepore talks "The Secret History of Wonder Woman."
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Guest stars Jill Lepore
Episode 16
David Miliband
Stephen unveils the paperback edition of "America Again," George Takei defends democracy, and David Miliband discusses the International Rescue Committee.
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Guest stars David Miliband, George Takei
Episode 17
Chuck Todd
Voters receive shame-inducing flyers, Hitler's face appears on Swiss coffee creamers, Disney offers animated cakes, and Chuck Todd talks "Meet the Press" and "The Stranger."
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Guest stars Chuck Todd
Episode 18
Andrew Sullivan
Stephen provides live coverage of the midterms, cable news pundits flaunt high-tech gadgets, and "The Dish" blogger Andrew Sullivan weighs in on the election results.
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Episode 19
Kirsten Gillibrand
Rep. Barbara Lee talks about California's 13th district, voters legalize marijuana in Washington D.C., and Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand discusses "Off the Sidelines."
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Guest stars Kirsten Gillibrand
Episode 20
Steven Johnson
Police arrest an elderly man for feeding the homeless, conservative leaders embrace their lack of scientific knowledge, and Steven Johnson talks "How We Got To Now."
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Episode 21
Andy Cohen
North Korea releases two American prisoners, Rush Limbaugh warns the GOP against governing, snack technology leaps forward, and Andy Cohen discusses "The Andy Cohen Diaries."
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Guest stars Andy Cohen
Episode 22
Diane von Furstenberg
The U.S. targets the leader of ISIS, President Obama faces criticism after visiting China, and Diane von Furstenberg chats about "The Woman I Wanted to Be."
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Guest stars Diane von Fürstenberg
Episode 23
Terence Tao
A drone is used to film people having sex, a Colorado lawmaker claims that President Obama is possessed by demons, and Terence Tao discusses his passion for math.
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Guest stars Terence Tao
Episode 24
Jennifer Lawrence
Emily Bazelon discusses a Supreme Court challenge to Obamacare, gay marriage spreads to South Carolina, and Jennifer Lawrence talks "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1."
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Guest stars Jennifer Lawrence
Episode 25
Bernie Sanders
U2's Bono loses his luggage in midair, "Good Morning America" offers sensational survival tips, and Senator Bernie Sanders discusses health care and his plans for 2016.
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Guest stars Bernie Sanders
Episode 26
Eva Longoria
Freezing temperatures grip the nation, Esteban Colberto talks immigration reform, salvage stores sell expired food to the poor, and Eva Longoria discusses "Food Chains."
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Guest stars Eva Longoria
Episode 27
Toni Morrison
A police drill causes panic at a Florida school, activists in New Hampshire target meter maids, Black Friday gets an early start, and Toni Morrison discusses her writing.
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Guest stars Toni Morrison
Episode 28
Jon Stewart
President Obama's amnesty plan outrages Republicans, the world's chocolate supply drops to catastrophic levels, and Jon Stewart discusses his movie "Rosewater."
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Guest stars Jon Stewart
Episode 29
John McCain
"Star Wars" fans react to a new lightsaber design, members of the St. Louis Rams protest the Ferguson decision, and Senator John McCain discusses "Thirteen Soldiers."
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Guest stars John McCain
Episode 30
Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga
Stephen announces an upcoming special in Washington, D.C., T.G.I. Friday's deploys mistletoe drones, and Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga talk about their album, "Cheek to Cheek."
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Guest stars Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga
Episode 31
Christopher Nolan
Congress bans Social Security benefits for Nazis, Pizza Hut introduces a mind-reading menu, Amy Sedaris pays a surprise visit, and Christopher Nolan talks "Interstellar."
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Guest stars Christopher Nolan
Episode 32
Paul Farmer
Stephen lands an interview with President Obama, a grand jury decision sparks outrage, a soap opera producer becomes an ambassador, and Paul Farmer talks Partners In Health.
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Guest stars Paul Farmer
Episode 33
President Barack Obama
In his Mr. Colbert Goes to Washington special, Stephen broadcasts from George Washington University and discusses job creation and immigration with President Barack Obama.
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Guest stars Barack Obama
Episode 34
James Corden
A Discovery Channel special sparks outrage, Rep. Jack Kingston joins Stephen for the final installment of Better Know a District, and James Corden discusses "Into the Woods."
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Guest stars James Corden
Episode 35
Sarah Koenig
Pundits react to a scathing Senate report on torture, Tom Blanton discusses CIA interrogation tactics, and Sarah Koenig talks about her investigative podcast, "Serial."
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Guest stars Sarah Koenig
Episode 36
Smaug
Gov. Scott Walker botches a Jewish phrase, Ridley Scott casts white actors to play Egyptians, Stephen raffles off set pieces from The Report, and Smaug discusses "The Hobbit."
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Guest stars Benedict Cumberbatch
Episode 37
Seth Rogen
Michele Bachmann shares an explosive holiday wish with President Obama, Stephen argues with Stephen about torture, hackers attack Sony, and Seth Rogen talks "The Interview."
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Guest stars Seth Rogen
Episode 38
Kendrick Lamar
Jeb Bush eyes a presidential run, Jason Bordoff discusses OPEC's oil price war, Stephen lets a sponsor rebrand The Report, and Kendrick Lamar debuts an untitled track.
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Guest stars Kendrick Lamar
Episode 39
Phil Klay
The Report's set lives on in cyberspace, Stephen holds a yard sale to clear out his studio, the U.S. lifts its Cuban embargo, and author Phil Klay discusses "Redeployment."
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Guest stars Phil Klay
Episode 40
Grimmy
finale
Stephen weighs in on his impressive legacy, Grimmy resorts to violence, friends of the show join a massive sing-along, and The Report draws to a spectacular close.
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Guest stars Andrew Young, Mike Huckabee, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Alan Alda, Christiane Amanpour, Jon Batiste, Cory Booker, Tom Brokaw
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
More about The Colbert Report
Cast
Stephen ColbertSelf - Host
NasSelf
Kevin BaconSelf
Neil YoungSelf - Musical Guest
George StephanopoulosSelf - Guest
Toby KeithSelf
Doris Kearns GoodwinSelf
Jon StewartSelfCredits
- Created by
- Stephen Colbert, Jon Stewart, Ben Karlin
- Written by
- Paul Dinello, Bobby Mort, Tom Purcell, Opus Moreschi, Max Werner, Nate Charny, Allison Silverman, Peter Gwinn, Rich Dahm, Jay Katsir, Laura Krafft, Eric Drysdale, Stephen Colbert, Dan Guterman, Michael Brumm, Frank Lesser, Rob Dubbin, Barry Julien, Peter Grosz, Meredith Scardino, Glenn Eichler, Bryan Adams, Scott Sherman
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Talk Show
- Episodes
- 1,447
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Comedy CentralUnited States- Busboy ProductionsUnited States
- Spartina ProductionsUnited States
- Hello DoggieUnited States
Themes
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