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Seasons: 22
Total Episodes: 4252
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Networks: CBS
Status: Ended
First Air Date: Aug 30, 1993
Recent Air Date: May 20, 2015
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Original Language: English
Age Rating: TV-PG
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Main Cast
Episodes
Episode 1
23 August 2004 - Jon Cryer, Chris Kentis, Renee Olstead
Dave points out that CBS is airng stock footage of a guy wresting an ostrich to compete with NBC's Olympic coverage; director Chris Kentis promotes Open Water; ""Still Standing"" star Renee Olstead performs a scorching rendition of ""Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby.""
Episode 2
24 August 2004 - Dennis Leary, Sam Easterson
Dave has difficulty explaining to Paul what exactly animal photographer Sam Easterson does; Dave shows another out-of-focus clip from the Olympics; Denis Leary promotes the FX hit drama ""Rescue Me.""
Episode 3
25 August 2004 - Paul Hamm, Josh Hartnett, Nick Cave
""CBS Mailbag"" features Dave getting friendly with U.S. Olympic volleyball stars Kerri Walsh & Misty May (bogus), Alan Kalter's ""You're Busted"" at Ranch 1, and New Jersey going ""Gay Crazy;"" gold medalist Paul Hamm visits.
Episode 4
26 August 2004 - Natalie Coughlin, Carla Gugino, Gavin DeGraw
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 5
27 August 2004 - Maureen Dowd, Tom Ryan
A man from Pennsylvania turns himself into a human jack o'lantern on ""Audience Show & Tell;"" ten U.S. Olympians present the Top Ten; political writer Maureen Dowd makes several alarming comments on the presidential election.
Episode 6
30 August 2004 - Carly Patterson, Jeff Foxworthy, LL Cool J
Osama bin Laden announces that he wants to replace Craig Kilborn as host of the Late Late Show; Dave celebrates 11 years at CBS with a timeline; Biff reports from the Republican National Convention, with a goal to hug as many ""Republican Babes"" as possible.
Episode 7
31 August 2004 - Farrah Fawcett, The Clarks
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 8
01 September 2004 - John McCain, Tom Russell
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 9
02 September 2004 - Tim Russert, Snow Patrol
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 10
03 September 2004 - Jane Pauley, Greg Giraldo
Jane Pauley promotes her new book, talk show, and bipolar disorder.
Episode 11
06 September 2004 - National Hollerin' Champions, Neve Campbell, Keane
Dave brags about working on Labor Day; like it does every year, a runaway taxi ruins the staff Labor Day barbecue (and runs over Alan); three National Hollerin' Champions do their thing; Neve Campbell; Keane performs ""Somewhere Only We Know.""
Episode 12
07 September 2004 - Regis Philbin, Hoobastank
At Hello Deli: Rupert selects a contestant to play the ""Late Show Heart Bypass Scramble;"" Regis promotes his new standards CD; Alan recaps his summer, with the usual results; Hoobastank performs ""Same Direction.""
Episode 13
08 September 2004 - Martin Short, Alan Jackson
""CBS Mailbag"" introduces Rupert's new ""girlfriend,"" answers the question, ""Does Dave ever sing?"" and features Alan's message to Hillary Clinton; Martin Short; ""Late Show Back to School Tips;"" Alan Jackson sings.
Episode 14
09 September 2004 - Ray Romano, Avril Lavigne
Biff spends the day at New York-Presbyterian Hospital with Dr. Lou Arrone; an educational segment with Alan and an animated rodent goes awry; Ray Romano talks about the final season of ""Everybody Loves Raymond;"" Avril Lavigne performs ""My Happy Ending.""
Episode 15
10 September 2004 - Drew Barrymore, Aron Ralston
Dave and Drew Barrymore discuss their long-dormant drinking problems; amputee Aron Ralston returns to the show to promote his new book.
Episode 16
20 September 2004 - John Kerry, Green Day
Dave comments on the CBS News scandal; John Kerry performs the Top Ten and gets grilled by Dave; Green Day performs ""American Idiot.""
Episode 17
21 September 2004 - Dr. Phil, Gary Sinise
Stand-ins for Dave and Dr. Phil stand in the gallows; in honor of a recent stunt on Oprah, everyone in the audience gets an automobile air freshener; Alan unintentionally admits that he's sexual dysfunctional.
Episode 18
22 September 2004 - Kelly Ripa, Annie Duke, Elvis Costello
Nobel prize winner Professor Robert A. Mundell reads aloud from Paris Hilton's book; Kelly Ripa; poker champion Annie Duke; Elvis Costello & the Imposters perform.
Episode 19
23 September 2004 - Stupid Human Tricks, Rob Lowe, Mos Def
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 20
24 September 2004 - Julianne Moore, Tom Dreesen
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 21
27 September 2004 - Queen Latifah, Jack Hanna
As it does every season, Alan's hair changes colors; Dave comments on Conan O'Brien's promotion to hosting The Tonight Show in 2009, then openly asks if he can go back to NBC to host Late Night; a Kodomo Dragon (courtesy of Jack Hanna) startles Dave.
Episode 22
28 September 2004 - John Goodman, Tom Waits
Dave mentions Paul's line of handbags again, while John Goodman promotes ""Father of the Pride"" and ""Center of the Universe.""
Episode 23
29 September 2004 - Joaquin Phoenix, Austin Stevens, Switchfoot
Live via satellite, Rupert plays bingo; Dave shows a photo of Harry shaking hands with one of the Stangel brothers; Tony ruins the ending of another movie En Espanol, then goes off on one of his trademark rants.
Episode 24
30 September 2004 - John Travolta, Tim Frisby, Pearl Jam
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 25
01 October 2004 - Richard Gere, Jason Randal
CBS Mailbag: Dave shows an ad for Martha Stewart's farewell show, then has a heart-to-heart with ""Pete Rose"" (Gerard); magician Jason Randal dazzles Dave with some card tricks.
Episode 26
04 October 2004 - Howard Dean, Franz Ferdinand
Dave has another rant about Jay Leno's five-year notice to NBC; an autumn in New York quiz; a still graphic acknowledges the passing of staffer Dorothy Chambers; Howard Dean shills for John Kerry; George Clarke's ""It's A Fact;"" Franz Ferdinand performs ""Take Me Out.""
Episode 27
05 October 2004 - Annette Bening, Bill O'Reilly
""Mount Late Show"" erupts repeatedly in the backdrop; a schoolmarm plays ""Would You Like to Touch the Meat?""; Mario Andretti presents the Top Ten.
Episode 28
06 October 2004 - Jamie Foxx, Davy Rothbart
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 29
07 October 2004 - Donald Trump, Brian Binnie, Minnie Driver
""Know Your Current Events;"" Donald Trump plays (and wins) ""Trump Or Monkey;"" SpaceShipOne pilot Brian Binnie; Minnie Driver sings ""Everything I've Got In My Pocket.""
Episode 30
08 October 2004 - Brooke Shields, Barry Sonnenfeld
During ""CBS Mailbag,"" Dave promotes the new Late Show newsletter, which includes an Alan Kalter centerfold; Brooke Shields visits; director-raconteur Barry Sonnenfeld returns to tell more amusing stories, and show samples of his martini art.
Episode 31
11 October 2004 - Melina Kanakaredes, Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul Teutul Jr., Ben Harper and the Blind Boys of Alabama
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 32
12 October 2004 - Laura Linney, Richard Lewis, The Wallflowers and Jordan Zevon
Live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in a prison catfight; an NYU student plays ""Guess the Bulge"" at Hello Deli; Jordan Zevon (son of Warren) and The Wallflowers perform ""Lawyers, Guns, and Money.""
Episode 33
13 October 2004 - Jennifer Lopez, Sue Johanson
Dave has a new favorite phrase (""We must protect this house!"") while J.Lo promotes the remake of the Japanese romantic comedy Shall We Dance?
Episode 34
14 October 2004 - Billy Crystal, Ralph Nader
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 35
15 October 2004 - Tony Danza, Emma Roberts, Brian Regan
""CBS Mailbag"" with CBS holding auditions for Dave's replacement, George Clarke learning to play drums and Gerard Mulligan returning as ""George W. Bush;"" Tony Danza on his new talk show; Dave chats with Julia Roberts' niece Emma; Brian Regan does standup.
Episode 36
18 October 2004 - Jimmy Carter, Brandi Chastain, John Mellencamp
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 37
19 October 2004 - Jude Law, Ricky Gervais
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 38
20 October 2004 - Sarah Michelle Gellar, Tony Kanaan, Sparta
Sarah Michelle Gellar plugs The Grudge; 2004 Indy Racing League Champion Tony Kanaan visits; Sparta performs.
Episode 39
21 October 2004 - Dustin Hoffman, Joss Stone
""Stump The Band;"" live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in yet another catfight; Curt Schilling presents the Top Ten; Dustin Hoffman makes spit bubbles; Joss Stone performs.
Episode 40
22 October 2004 - Amy Sedaris, Tommy Lee
Dave's annual (and quite early) look at ""Halloween Costumes;"" George Clarke with a premature reminder about the end of Daylight Savings Time (Dave makes him down chocolate syrup); Amy Sedaris discusses her bunny and imaginary husband ""Ricky;"" Tommy Lee talks about his book, Tommy Land.
Episode 41
01 November 2004 - Johnny Damon, Anne Heche, The Donnas
Dave plugs his and Paul's (bogus) ""Decision 2004 Election Showdown Countdown Vote 2004 Democracy Corner"" for tomorrow night's election coverage; Rupert reports from St. Louis and Game 4 of the World Series; Johnny Damon recalls Boston's come-from-behind triumph; Anne Heche talks about parenthood and Birth; The Donnas perform ""Fall Behind Me.""
Episode 42
03 November 2004 - Tom Brokaw, Mischa Barton
Dave, Alan, Paul and George Clarke all comment on Bush's reelection; Tom Brokaw wishes Harry a happy first birthday; Dave flirts with Mischa Barton of ""The O.C."" to hide the fact that he's never seen the show.
Episode 43
04 November 2004 - Rosie Perez, Steven Wright
""Know Your Current Events;"" an 882 pound pumpkin is exploded on 53rd St.; Rosie Perez is tricked (once) by Dave into mentioning her Isuzu Trooper; Steven Wright.
Episode 44
05 November 2004 - Al Franken, Kristin Bell
""CBS Mailbag;"" Al Franken explains the Electoral College to Dave; Kristen Bell visits; Project Bandaloop's performance is postponed because of heavy rain in Manhattan.
Episode 45
08 November 2004 - Tom Hanks, Nelly
The annual run-through by NYC Marathon winners; Ball State University sophomore Ryan Carney adds to his Late Show tattoo collection; Tom Hanks on Scottish Mexican food, vomiting and The Polar Express; Nelly.
Episode 46
09 November 2004 - Salma Hayek, Sebastian Bourdais, Jimmy Eat World
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 47
10 November 2004 - Pierce Brosnan, Nigella Lawson, Renee Fleming
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 48
11 November 2004 - Matthew Broderick, Rosario Dawson, Los Lonely Boys
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 49
12 November 2004 - Paul Reubens, Evangeline Lilly, Project Bandaloop
During Mailbag, Rupert admits to learning how flirt with women from Bill O'Reilly; Canadian-born TV actress Evangeline Lilly hugs Paul; after a one-week holdover, Project Bandaloop finally trapezes around the building.
Episode 50
15 November 2004 - Jerry Seinfeld, Jamie Oliver
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 51
16 November 2004 - Nicolas Cage, Jason Alexander, Morrissey
Dave experiments with new camera angles by sitting on the edge of his desk; live in the green room, we meet a man who has collected pennies for over thirty years and amassed a fortune of roughly $28; Dave and Nicholas Cage talk about motorcycles.
Episode 52
17 November 2004 - Renee Zellweger, Chris Raxworthy
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 53
18 November 2004 - Howard Stern, Alanis Morissette
Dave shows a faux ad for a 1,420-calorie cheeseburger at Hardee's (""Warning: Do Not Eat""); Howard Stern likens himself to Oprah; Alanis Morissette performs ""Knees of My Bees.""
Episode 54
19 November 2004 - Tom Brady, Damien Fahey
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 55
22 November 2004 - Stupid Pet Tricks, Colin Farrell, The Walkmen
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 56
23 November 2004 - Kevin Spacey, Ben Roethlisberger, Streb
A telenovela catfight turns into a Pistons-Pacers basketball game; Rupert and a woman from Alabama drop fake turkeys off the top of the theater; Pittsburgh Steelers wonderkind Ben Roethlisberger participates in the latest Late Show QB Challenge.
Episode 57
24 November 2004 - Whoopi Goldberg, Jason Bateman, Marilyn Manson
In honor of Thanksgiving, Dave detonates a cannon filled with stuffing; Whoopi Goldberg promotes her one-woman Broadway show; Marilyn Manson performs the Depeche Mode classic ""Personal Jesus.""
Episode 58
25 November 2004 - Natalie Portman, John Mayer
Via satellite from Indianapolis: The annual Thanksgiving pie-guess with Dave's mom (and dinner guest Marv Albert); Natalie Portman talks about an earlier Thanksgiving day LS appearance and plugs Closer; a Late Show Turkey Recall Announcement; John Mayer performs.
Episode 59
26 November 2004 - Barack Obama, Jessica Biel
During Mailbag, CBS suit Vinnie Favale announces a stricter policy on vulgarity on the network that may work to Dave's disadvantage; Senator-elect Barack Obama radiates charm and confidence while discussing politics; Dave and Jessica Biel swap stories about their dogs.
Episode 60
29 November 2004 - Matt Damon, Lance Armstrong
Tonight's ""Spanish Soap Opera Highlight of the Night"" seems to include a round of ""Got Your Nose,"" while Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel does a demonstration out on 53rd Street.
Episode 61
30 November 2004 - Alec Baldwin, Ken Jennings
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 62
01 December 2004 - Stupid Human Tricks, Noah Wylie, Sum 41
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 63
02 December 2004 - Sharon Reed, Tyra Banks, Lyle Lovett
""Stump the Band"" continues to mystify Paul and company; Dave chats with Sharon Reed, the Ohio-based TV reporter who stripped naked for a Spencer Tunick project; Lyle Lovett performs ""In My Own Mind.""
Episode 64
03 December 2004 - Bonnie Hunt, Alex Zanardi
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 65
13 December 2004 - Jim Carrey, Ashanti
As they do every year, Rupert, Joe G, Mujibur, and Sirajul place their edible ""angel"" on top of the Late Show Christmas tree; Jim Carrey discusses ab-crunches; Alan flips out while singing ""The Little Drummer Boy""; Ashanti performs ""Only U.""
Episode 66
14 December 2004 - Cate Blanchett, Craig Ferguson, The Pixies
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 67
15 December 2004 - Adam Sandler, Sharon Ice
Adam Sandler promotes Spanglish and performs his rendition of Warren Zevon's ""Werewolves of London;"" Shannon Eis with a look at new toys for the holidays.
Episode 68
16 December 2004 - Kate Beckinsale, Ciara and Missy Elliot
""America's Next Top Model"" winner Eva presents the Top Ten; Kate Beckinsale pushes The Aviator; Ciara performs with Missy Elliott.
Episode 69
17 December 2004 - Jeff Goldblum, Terrell Owens
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 70
20 December 2004 - Bill Murray, Kaki King
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 71
21 December 2004 - Dennis Quaid, Rusty Wallace, Kaki King
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 72
22 December 2004 - Kristin Johnson, Tom Dreesen
Dave's monologue is interupted by a surprise appearance from Billy Crystal (promoting the one-man Broadway show ""700 Sundays""); Dave introduces ""The Nog-Cam;"" 10 carolers present the Top Ten; Broadway star Kristen Johnston opens up to Dave about her recent mugging; Tom Dreesen tells another story about opening for Frank Sinatra.
Episode 73
23 December 2004 - Regis Philbin, Jay Thomas, Darlene Love
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 74
03 January 2005 - Hilary Swank, Andy Dick, Green Day
Dave wishes everyone a happy new year, then accentuates his goals for 2005 (he plans to use the word ""snarky"" more often); ""Biff Henderson: Pollster"" roams the streets once more; Hilary Swank plugs Million Dollar Baby; Andy Dick talks about his crabs; Green Day performs ""Boulevard of Broken Dreams.""
Episode 75
04 January 2005 - Ethan Hawke, Maria Menounos, Alicia Keys
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 76
05 January 2005 - Kiefer Sutherland, Marv Albert, The Black Keys
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 77
06 January 2005 - Michael Keaton, Jamie Lynn Spears
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 78
07 January 2005 - Kevin Bacon, Caroline Rhea, Wilco
A shocking message from Dubya; Dave contines his use of all the following: carbs, steroids and the word ""snarky;"" ""Celebrity Resolutions"" goes straight into the dumper; Alan's new show, ""Desperate House Gal;"" Kevin Bacon; Caroline Rhea; Wilco performs ""Late Greats.""
Episode 79
10 January 2005 - Samuel L. Jackson, Amy Poehler, B.B. King
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 80
11 January 2005 - Randy Johnson, Aisha Tyler, Razorlight
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 81
12 January 2005 - Rudolph Giuliani, Daniel Banks
Rudy Giuliani talks baseball; 11-year-old percussion prodigy Daniel Banks hits the skins; Dave's stand-in finally gets his moment in the spotlight.
Episode 82
13 January 2005 - Marge Helgenberger, Ryan Seacrest, My Chemical Romance
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 83
14 January 2005 - Amy Sedaris, Andy Kindler
Amy Sedaris laments the death of her imaginary boyfriend; Andy Kindler performs stand-up.
Episode 84
17 January 2005 - Jack Hanna, Teri Polo
Dave calls up Patriots fan -- and ""D Fence"" guy -- Gary Wren, who drops an ""F bomb;"" Rupert learns karate at Tiger Schulmann's; the always on edge Jack Hanna with animals; Alan admits to being jealous of Jack Hanna, then has another hissy fit (and drops an ""F bomb""); Teri Polo on her experiences making Meet The Fockers.
Episode 85
18 January 2005 - Ice Cube, Chris Russo, Interpol
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 86
19 January 2005 - Harvey Fierstein, Regina King, Steven Van Zandt, ... And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 87
20 January 2005 - Robert Downey Jr., Nicole Richie
""Stump The Band;"" Dave shows off his ""baby Borg"" trophy; Robert Downey, Jr. instructs Dave on the finer points of bil jee and performs a song from his new CD; Nicole Richie plugs ""The Simple Life: Interns.""
Episode 88
21 January 2005 - Jerry Lewis, Sophia Bush
""Late Show Week in Review"": On a special episode of the controversial Fox show ""Who's Your Daddy?"" the contestant's biological father pummels an amorous Alan; Dave discusses the art of comedy with legendary funnyman Jerry Lewis.
Episode 89
31 January 2005 - Peter Lassally, Doc Severinson
Dave's first new show following the death of Johnny Carson is an hour-long tribute, featuring clips of Johnny's appearances on both ""Late Show"" and ""Late Night,"" and the ""Tonight Show"" clip of Johnny stealing Dave's pickup truck; longtime ""Tonight"" producer Peter Lassally; former ""Tonight"" bandleader Doc Severinsen and former NBC Orchestra members Tommy Newsom and Ed Shaughnessy perform one of Johnny's favorite songs, ""Here's That Rainy Day.""
Episode 90
01 February 2005 - Debra Messing, Peyton Manning
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 91
02 February 2005 - Patricia Heaton, John Witherspoon, Gibson/Baldwin Grammy Jazz Ensembles
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 92
03 February 2005 - Elton John, Eva Mendes
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 93
04 February 2005 - Al Franken, Matthew Fox, Nanci Griffith
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 94
07 February 2005 - Will Smith, Tom Brady
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 95
08 February 2005 - Kevin James, Aishwarya Rai, Three Doors Down
Dave shows ""actual"" footage of the Hubble Telescope; Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai promotes Bride and Prejudice; 3 Doors Down performs ""Let Me Go.""
Episode 96
09 February 2005 - David Hyde Pierce, Howie Day
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 97
10 February 2005 - Billy Crystal, Patrick Lawler
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 98
11 February 2005 - Paris Hilton, Bill Burr
During ""Week in Review,"" Alan previews the Grammys by singing Tone Luc's ""Wild Thing;"" ten divorce attorneys present the Top Ten; Dave eats a sample of Paris Hilton's new lipstick.
Episode 99
14 February 2005 - Dr. Phil, Unwritten Law
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 100
15 February 2005 - Kid Scientists, Keanu Reeves, Michael Buble
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 101
16 February 2005 - Kelly Ripa, Taye Diggs
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 102
17 February 2005 - Charlie Sheen, Tori Amos
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 103
18 February 2005 - Roseanne Barr, Rachel Weisz
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 104
21 February 2005 - Stupid Pet Tricks, Bonnie Hunt
Competitive eater ""Crazy Legs"" Conti attempts to break the world's oyster-eating record in the lobby of The Ed; ""Stupid Pet Tricks"" features three dogs (none too crazy about the oysters); Bonnie Hunt remembers Johnny Carson (and tries an oyster).
Episode 105
22 February 2005 - Barbara Walters, Rachel Bilson, Kings of Leon
Dave demands to be grilled on the annual Barbara Walters Oscar special, but only if he does the interview with Oprah by his side; ""Harold Larkin's Sidewalk Idol"" searches for the next great singing talent; Kings of Leon perform ""The Bucket.""
Episode 106
23 February 2005 - Michael J. Fox, Amanda Bynes
Giant rats attack Christo's Gates; Dave comes up with a number of synonyms for inhaling marijuana; Alan editorializes on President Bush, only to float toward promoting a bootleg sex tape he made in 1989.
Episode 107
24 February 2005 - John Travolta, Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 108
25 February 2005 - Ricky Gervais, Rachel Ray
""Late Show Week in Review"": Dubya (mis)pronounces ""nuclear"" five different ways, while a Flashdancers employee dances around one of Christo's Gates. Also, Lego expert Nathan Sawaya creates a brick portrait of Biff.
Episode 109
28 February 2005 - The Rock, Solomon Burke
Snowmobiling great Jay Quinlan performs stunts on 53rd Street; actor-cum-wrester Dwayne ""The Rock"" Johnston promotes Be Cool; Solomon Burke blows the roof off The Ed with a pair of songs.
Episode 110
01 March 2005 - Kirstie Alley, Kathleen Edwards
""Would You Like To Take A Ride On A Dog Sled?"" on 53rd Street; Kirstie Alley wants to become promiscuous and discusses her new show ""Fat Actress""; Alan has a stern word for Christo's wife Jeanne Claude; Kathleen Edwards performs.
Episode 111
02 March 2005 - Vin Diesel, Amos Lee
2004 Indianapolis 500 champion Buddy Rice with ""Top Ten Reasons I Love Racing;"" Vin Diesel talks about his dog, and his new film The Pacifier; Amos Lee sings.
Episode 112
03 March 2005 - Dan Rather, Poppy Montgomery
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 113
04 March 2005 - Bruce Willis, Greg Giraldo
Outgoing CBS anchorman Dan Rather looks back at his fifty years in broadcasting and the scandal that prematurely ended his career.
Episode 114
14 March 2005 - Ashton Kutcher, Al Green
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 115
15 March 2005 - Jimmy Fallon, Emily VanCamp, The Four Tops
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 116
16 March 2005 - Amanda Peet, Dean Kamazes
Dave is able to work the phrase ""needlessly circuitous"" into the interview with Amanda Peet, plus he admires her profile; Alan gives suggestive advice to Condoleeza Rice; Susan Hum refuses to give her picks for the Final Four tournament; marathon man Dean Karnazes discusses the joy of running.
Episode 117
21 March 2005 - Sandra Bullock, Gwen Stefani
Dave thanks the FBI and the Montana police for their efforts following a botched kidnapping involving his son last week; Pat Farmer celebrates ""March Madness"" by trying to duplicate his 90 foot drop shot into a goal on 53rd Street; Sandra Bullock doesn't talk about boyfriend Jesse James, but does plug Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous; ""Alan Kalter's Are You ****ing Kidding Me?"" takes a look at the Robert Blake verdict; Gwen Stefani discusses high school and performs ""Hollaback Girl"" with a drumline and sits down for a chat.
Episode 118
22 March 2005 - Jessica Alba, Brian Greene, Queens of the Stone Age
Jessica Alba plugs Sin City and performs a lasso demonstration with Dave; staffer Susan Hum is reluctant to explain string theory; Queens of the Stone Age perform ""Little Sister.""
Episode 119
23 March 2005 - P. Diddy, Erika Christensen
""On Sale Now"" (a variation on ""New Products"") includes room-temperature sushi and flammable curtains; Pat and Kenny read a transcript of an interview between Oprah and Kirstie Alley; Dave closes the show by promoting Japanese gum.
Episode 120
28 March 2005 - Queen Latifah, Seth McFarlane
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 121
29 March 2005 - Britany Murphy, Bob Sarlatte, The John Butler Trio
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 122
30 March 2005 - Penelope Cruz, Sarah Vowell, Kaiser Chiefs
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 123
31 March 2005 - Denzel Washington, Faith Evans
An audience member walks on her hands, wrap her legs around Dave, and pulls herself up; Dave shows a clip from the NBC soap ""Passions""; Denzel Washington discusses sailing and drinking large amounts of water.
Episode 124
01 April 2005 - Lisa Marie Presley, Ahmed Ibrahim, Jake Johannsen
Roof problems at the theater results in rainwater onstage; Dave worries over Dengue fever; ""Will It Float?"" hits a snag when a bucket of gumdrops topples over; matchmaking cabbie Ahmed Ibrahim brags about his abilities as an interceder.
Episode 125
05 April 2005 - Drew Barrymore, Charles Barkley
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 126
06 April 2005 - Show #2345
Dave explains how he cut his finger with a cheese grater, then confesses to having a great admiration for lesbians; in her first appearance on the show in 19 years, Jane Fonda discusses her marriage to Ted Turner and her infamous visit to Vietnam; Bloc Party performs ""Banquet.""
Episode 127
11 April 2005 - Show #2346
Dave and Paul are quizzed about tax exemptions; a bearded Robin Williams discusses everything from Dave's jury duty to welding; Martha Wainwright (sister of Rufus) performs ""When The Day Is Short.""
Episode 128
12 April 2005 - Mickey Rourke, Jason Randal
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 129
13 April 2005 - David Duchovny, Ray Lamontagne
One day after his 58th birthday, waffles are hucked at the audience. Quote Dave: ""Why do I need joke writers when I have waffles?"" Also, the Late Show recreates testimony from the Michael Jackson trial in which the ""King of Pop"" (Gerard) makes an ass of himself; the new Miss USA Chelsea Cooley delivers the Top Ten; David Duchovny promotes House Of D.; Ray Lamontagne performs.
Episode 130
14 April 2005 - Anthony LaPaglia, Ana Gasteyer, Mariah Carey
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 131
15 April 2005 - Kristin Chenowith, Johnny Lechner, Ludacris
A lucky motorist wins $100 worth of free gasoline, which is spent up in less than five seconds; Alan has another hissy fit, this time in a Michael Jackson costume; singer-actress Kristen Chenoweth discusses painkillers.
Episode 132
25 April 2005 - Farrah Fawcett, Martin Freeman
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 133
26 April 2005 - Hank Azaria, Jeff MacGregor
Tonight's clip from the NBC serial ""Passions"" features a monkey comforting a middle-aged woman; Dave meets the employees of Angelo's Pizza; Spamalot star Hank Azaria admits to Dave that he's a lousy dancer; author Jeff MacGregor discusses his year-long observational tour of the NASCAR circuit, and his subsequent book, Sunday Money.
Episode 134
27 April 2005 - Amy Sedaris, Daniel Tammet, LCD Soundsystem
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 135
28 April 2005 - Paris Hilton, Jo Frost
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 136
29 April 2005 - Teri Hatcher, Harry Hill
Cold opening: Dave runs into a nude (yet blurred) Teri Hatcher who's locked out of her dressing room; ""Late Show Week In Review"" with Vinnie Favale as Elvis, a SWAT team kitty and Alan with a bevy of hookers; ""Will It Float?"" (a bag of fertilizer...no); Teri talks about swimming with a whale; Harry Hill performs standup.
Episode 137
02 May 2005 - Martin Short, Elisha Cuthbert
Throughout the night, wax figures of celebrities that refuse to appear on the show are rolled onstage. One stagehand accidentally cops a feel on the Oprah statue, while Regis storms onstage to complain about his wax likeness.
Episode 138
03 May 2005 - Jennifer Lopez, Snoop Dogg
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 139
04 May 2005 - Orlando Bloom, Jack Hanna
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 140
05 May 2005 - Luke Wilson, Kasabian
Live via satellite, Dorothy Letterman performs the Top Ten; in honor of Cinco De Mayo, a city bus crashes into a giant pinata; Kasabian performs ""Club Foot.""
Episode 141
06 May 2005 - Stupid Human Tricks, Christina Applegate, Brian Regan
Like he does every Kentucky Derby weekend, Dave calls up Dave Johnson to hear him say ""...and down the stretch they come!""; Christina Applegate promotes the musical ""Sweet Charity"" and discusses a recent injury onstage; Brian Regan performs a stand-up routine about cholesterol and heartburn.
Episode 142
09 May 2005 - Will Ferrell, Robert Plant
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 143
10 May 2005 - Helen Hunt, Tom Dreesen
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 144
11 May 2005 - Priscilla Presley, Quentin Tarantino
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 145
12 May 2005 - Billy Crystal, Garbage
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 146
13 May 2005 - Samuel L. Jackson, Sting
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 147
16 May 2005 - Ray Ramono, Dave Matthews Band
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 148
17 May 2005 - Ben Stiller, Sherry Fairchild
Ben Stiller and Shelly Fairchild stop by. Also, Top Ten with Britney Spears and Kevin Federline.
Episode 149
18 May 2005 - Chris Rock, Nicolette Sheridan
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 150
19 May 2005 - Ellen Degeneres, Hot Hot Heat
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 151
20 May 2005 - David Arquette, Gordon Ramsey
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 152
23 May 2005 - Paul Newman, Danica Patrick, Adam Savage & Jamie Hyneman
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 153
24 May 2005 - Adam Sandler, Reggie Miller, The Wallflowers
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 154
25 May 2005 - Kelly Ripa, Alexis Bledel, Ryan Adams & The Cardinals
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 155
06 June 2005 - Cedric the Entertainer, Dan Wheldon, The Black Eyed Peas
Cedric The Entertainer; Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon; musical guests The Black Eyed Peas.
Episode 157
08 June 2005 - Russel Crowe, Paul Anka
Russell Crowe; Paul Anka.
Episode 158
09 June 2005 - Katie Holmes, The Shout Out Louds
Katie Holmes; musical group Shout Out Louds.
Episode 159
10 June 2005 - Al Franken, Ellen Pompeo
Al Franken; Ellen Pompeo.
Episode 160
13 June 2005 - Nicole Kidman, Foo Fighters
Nicole Kidman; Foo Fighters.
Episode 161
14 June 2005 - Show #2380
Dan Aykroyd; Bill Scheft; musician Mike Doughty.
Episode 162
15 June 2005 - Show #2381
Denis Leary; Alanis Morissette.
Episode 163
16 June 2005 - Show #2382
BIll Clinton; Ringo Starr.
Episode 164
17 June 2005 - Show #2383
Mark Wahlberg; racing driver Juan Pablo Montoya.
Episode 165
20 June 2005 - Show #2384
Christopher Walken; U.S. Open golf champion Michael Campbell; musical guest Billy Corgan.
Episode 166
21 June 2005 - Show #2385
Lindsay Lohan; sports commentator Chris ""Mad Dog"" Russo.
Episode 167
22 June 2005 - Show #2386
Michael Keaton (""Herbie Fully Loaded""); author David Sedaris.
Episode 168
23 June 2005 - Show #2387
Tom Cruise (""War of the Worlds""); musical guest Ben Folds.
Episode 169
24 June 2005 - Show #2388
Tim Robbins promotes ""War of the Worlds;"" the Purina Junior Agility Dog Challgenge is briefly subjected to controversy; comedian Nick Griffin does stand-up.
Episode 170
27 June 2005 - Show #2389
Actor Jeff Goldblum; musical guests Sleater-Kinney.
Episode 171
28 June 2005 - Julian McMahon/Raul Midon/Piedmont Bird Callers
Piedmont Bird Callers; Julian McMahon (""Fantastic Four""); musician Raul Midon.
Episode 172
29 June 2005 - Tom Brokaw/Dakota Fanning
Tom Brokaw; actress Dakota Fanning.
Episode 173
30 June 2005 - Jennifer Connelly/Eels
Actress Jennifer Connelly; musical group Eels.
Episode 174
01 July 2005 - Episode #12.174
Michael Chiklis; comedian Gary Mule Deer; new summer toys with Shannon Eis.
Episode 175
18 July 2005 - Show #2394
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 176
19 July 2005 - Show #2395
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 177
20 July 2005 - Show #2396
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 178
21 July 2005 - Show #2397
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 179
22 July 2005 - Show #2398
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 180
25 July 2005 - John Cusack/The All-American Rejects
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 181
26 July 2005 - Show #2400
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 182
27 July 2005 - Kelly Preston/Jeff Altman/Aimee Mann
Kelly Preston, Jeff Altman and Aimee Mann
Episode 183
28 July 2005 - Bill Murray/Bettye LaVette
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 184
29 July 2005 - Show #2403
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 185
01 August 2005 - Lance Armstrong/Michael Ian Black
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 186
02 August 2005 - Show #2405
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 187
03 August 2005 - Show #2406
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 188
04 August 2005 - Show #2407
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 189
05 August 2005 - Show #2408
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 190
08 August 2005 - Show #2409
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 191
09 August 2005 - Show #2410
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 192
10 August 2005 - Show #2411
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 193
11 August 2005 - Show #2412
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Episode 194
12 August 2005 - Show #2413
No Synopsis For This Episode Yet.
Crew
| Department | Role | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Production | Producer |
Eric Stangel
|
| Writing | Writer |
David Letterman
|
| Department | Role | Name |