Late Show with David LettermanSeason 162008 · 200 episodesEpisodes1Nicolas Cage, Anna Torv, Terrence HowardNicolas Cage, Anna Torv, and Terrence Howard are the scheduled guests.2Dr. Phil McGraw, Tilda Swinton, TrickyDr. Phil McGraw, Tilda Swinton, and Tricky are the scheduled guests.3Robin Williams, Shannen Doherty, DuffyFollowing the previous night's acceptance speech, Dave admits to underestimating Gov. Sarah Palin; Andy Kindler makes his last report from the GOP convention in Minneapolis; Robin Williams throws in his two cents on the election; Shannen Doherty plugs the new 90210 and describes surviving the Southern California mudslides; Duffy performed "Warwick Avenue."4John Malkovich, Hayden Panettiere, Steve EarleJohn Malkovich, Hayden Panettiere, and Steve Earle are the scheduled guests.5Keira Knightley, Thomas L. FriedmanKeira Knightley and Thomas L. Friedman are the scheduled guests.6Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Russo, Michael BubleJada Pinkett-Smith, Chris Russo, and Michael Buble are the scheduled guests. Plus, the second annual NASCAR Top Twelve!7Sen. Barack Obama, LeBron JamesSen. Barack Obama and LeBron James are the scheduled guests.8Jessica Simpson, Jack HannaJessica Simpson and Jack Hanna are the scheduled guests.9Meg Ryan, Ricky GervaisThroughout the night, Olympic high-jumpers strut their stuff out on 53rd Street; Dave reads from the "Late Show Fun Facts" book, in stores next week; in her first LSDL appearance in seven years, Meg Ryan plugs The Women and shares an anecdote about her daughter; Ricky Gervais promotes Ghost Town and describes doing press junkets for the movie.10Bill Clinton, Chris RockFormer President William Jefferson Clinton and Chris Rock are the scheduled guests.11Julianne Moore, Tom Dreesen & Tim Reid, Kings of LeonLyle the Intern fails to convince Dave to join his latest scam; Julianne Moore discusses her trip to Brazil and plugs Blindness; Tim Reid and Tom Dreesen do stand-up; Kings of Leon performed "Sex on Fire."12Keith Olbermann, Chandra Wilson, Delta GoodremKeith Olbermann, Chandra Wilson, Delta Goodrem13Paris Hilton, Usain Bolt, MorningwoodParis Hilton, Usain Bolt, Morningwood14Lance Armstrong, Kristen Wiig, TV on the RadioLance Armstrong, Kristen Wiig, TV on the Radio15Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Pete SeegerJulia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Pete Seeger16Anne Hathaway, Josette Sheeran, The VirginsAnne Hathaway, Josette Sheeran, The Virgins17Kate Walsh, Barry Sonnenfeld, Darius Rucker18Calista Flockhart, Bill Hader, Lucinda Williams19Brian Williams, Tim RobbinsDave comments on the previous night's vice-presidential debate, which is followed by a string of Unfair Edits; NBC anchorman Brian Williams also throws in his two cents; Tim Robbins talks baseball, shares a story about Paul Newman, and plugs City of Ember.20Russell Crowe, Sarah Vowell, The Pretenders21Debra Messing, John Carter, Tegan & SaraDave presents the (fake) opening credits of the second presidential debate, which closely resemble Magnum P.I.; Debra Messing plugs "The Starter Wife" and takes a jab at Sarah Palin; Alan's tour of the Late Show control room is sabotaged; Alianca da Terra founder John Carter discusses the plight of the Amazon rainforest; Tegan and Sara performed "Call It Off."22Dennis Quaid, Sarah Chalke, Buddy Guy23Bill Murray, BeckMichael Bearden fills in for Paul; a man wanders onstage to get his copy of the Fun Facts book autographed; Bill Murray promotes City of Ember and conducts a town hall debate; Beck performed "Gamma Ray."24Jeremy Piven, Elizabeth Banks, Lou ReedTonight on "Late Show Green Tips," Chris and Gerard show off their new hybrid; Jeremy Piven discusses winning his third Emmy; Alan has a few words to say to Gov. Sarah Palin; Elizabeth Banks plugs W.; Lou Reed performed "Caroline Says, Part 2."25Sarah Silverman, the Teutuls, Ra Ra Riot26Josh Brolin, Amy Sedaris, Blues Traveler27Martin Short, Marv Albert28Sen. John McCain, Ne-Yo29Tina Fey, Frank Caliendo, Tim Montana30Bill O'Reilly, Lauren ConradBill O'Reilly and Lauren Conrad are the scheduled guests.31Regis Philbin, James TaylorRegis Philbin and James Taylor are the scheduled guests.32Alec Baldwin, Paul Mooney, Ryan AdamsAlec Baldwin, Paul Mooney, and Ryan Adams & The Cardinals are the scheduled guests.33Ashley Olsen, Paul Rudd, John Legend"New Halloween Costumes" include Sarah Palin's passport, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Amy Winehouse's hair, and an oversized copy of the Fun Facts book; Cole Hamels of the World Champion Philadelphia Phillies reads the Top Ten; John Legend performed "I Love, You Love."34Marcia Cross, Alan ZweibelMarcia Cross, Alan Zweibel, and George Clinton are the scheduled guests.35Paris Hilton, Elvis Costello, Jenny Lewis, a Top Ten List by Ricky GervaisParis Hilton, Elvis Costello, and Jenny Lewis are the scheduled guests. Plus, a Top Ten from Ricky Gervais!36Tom Brokaw, Vera FarmigaDave shares a few thoughts on election night; an audience member panics when he realizes he forgot to vote; Tom Brokaw promotes his best-selling book, "Boom!"; a very pregnant Vera Farmiga plugs The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.37Ben Stiller, Q-TipBen Stiller and Q-Tip the scheduled guests. Plus, the Kid Scientists of Naperville, IL!38Natalie Portman, Artie Lange, Brad PaisleyAlec Baldwin endorses the Fun Facts book; Natalie Portman discusses campaigning for President-elect Obama; Bill Scheft begs the new president to make an ass of himself; Artie Lange plugs his new book; Brad Paisley performed a cover of The Cars' "Good Times Roll."39Ted Turner, Jamie Oliver, Taylor SwiftTed Turner, Jamie Oliver, and Taylor Swift are the scheduled guests.40Don Rickles, Amy Brenneman, Alicia KeysDave shows a clip of King Tut's mummy appearing on Maury; NFL superstar Terrell Owens presents the Top Ten; the legendary Don Rickles plugs his new book and riffs on marriage and growing old; Alicia Keys performed "The Thing About Love."41Russell Brand, Charlie HadenRussell Brand and Charlie Haden are the scheduled guests. Plus, Stupid Human Tricks!42Bruce Willis, SiaBruce Willis and Sia are the scheduled guests.43Bill Cosby, Matt BraungerA plug for Tribute Bands Week; Bill Cosby does some stand-up, promotes the "Cosby Show" complete series DVD set and comments on the election; The Answer (making their American TV debut) performed "Never Too Late."44Emma Thompson, Michelle Felicetta, Purple ReignEmma Thompson and fox attack survivor Michelle Felicetta are the scheduled guests. Plus, Day 1 of "Tribute Band Week" with Purple Reign!45Carla Bruni Sarkozy, Jack Hanna, Cold Hard CashWith First Lady of France Carla Bruni Sarkozy on the show, Dave wonders if he'll accidentally start an international incident; Lyle the Intern and his pal "Rudy" (Joe Grossman) promote their internet show; Jack Hanna brings out a baby kangaroo, an aardvark, and a macaque; on Day 2 of Tribute Band Week, The Cold Hard Cash Show performed "Folsom Prison Blues."46Katie Couric, Dev Patel, Mr. BrownstoneDay 3 of "Tribute Band Week" with Mr. Brownstone. Plus, Katie Couric!47Stephen Colbert, Kristen Stewart, Super DiamondStephen Colbert and Kristen Stewart are the scheduled guests.48James Franco, Bruce McCall, The AllstarzJames Franco and Bruce McCall are the scheduled guests. Plus, Day 5 of "Tribute Band Week" with The Allstarz!49Nicole Kidman, Simon Baker, Kanye WestNicole Kidman, Simon Baker, and Kanye West are the scheduled guests.50Reese Witherspoon, Harry Connick Jr.Dave calls out Tony for making him read the same monologue joke twice; after President Bush pardoned 14 convicted felons that week, Dave and Alan grant clemency to an audience member; Reese Witherspoon relives her 2005 Oscar win and plugs Four Christmases; Harry Connick Jr. performs "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year."51Teri Hatcher, LudacrisTeri Hatcher, Ludacris, and T-Pain are the scheduled guests.52Denis Leary, John MayerDenis Leary and John Mayer are the scheduled guests. Plus, Dave's Mom and the 16th annual pie-guessing contest!53Tom Arnold, Faith HillBruce Willis promotes the Fun Facts book, declaring the tome "Yippee-ki-larious, mother****er!"; Tom Arnold laments the failure of his third marriage and plugs Gardens of the Night; Dave chats with a grouchy CBS Store employee (Johnny Dark); Faith Hill and the Morgan State University Choir performed "Little Drummer Boy."54Jennifer Connelly, Anderson Cooper, The Duke SpiritJennifer Connelly, Anderson Cooper, and The Duke Spirit are the scheduled guests. Plus, a special Top Ten from the Ball State University football team!55Amy Adams, Michael Sheen, Jamey JohnsonAmy Adams, Michael Sheen, and Jamey Johnson are the scheduled guests.56Keanu Reeves, Paula Abdul, Loudon Wainwright IIIKeanu Reeves, Paula Abdul, and Loudon Wainwright III are the scheduled guests.57Sen. John McCain, Bon IverSen. John McCain and Bon Iver are the scheduled guests.58Meryl Streep, Jeff AltmanIn need of a pick-me-up, Dave repeats the sneezing monkey clip; a bronchitis-stricken Meryl Streep promotes Doubt; Dave's old buddy Jeff Altman does a few impressions.59Adam SandlerAdam Sandler is the scheduled guest. Plus, a Holiday Toy Demo!60Tom Cruise, Fall Out BoyTom Cruise and Fall Out Boy are the scheduled guests.61Jennifer Aniston, Broken Social SceneJennifer Aniston and Broken Social Scene are the scheduled guests, and a special top ten list with Jim Carrey.62Will Smith, Of MontrealWill Smith and Of Montreal are the scheduled guests.63Jerry Seinfeld, Leona LewisJerry Seinfeld and Leona Lewis are the scheduled guests.64Dustin Hoffman, Todd RundgrenDustin Hoffman and Todd Rundgren guest. PLUS: An Apology from Bernie Madoff; Coach Mike Singletary; the Bitter Cold Hits the "Today" Show; the Al Qaeda Holiday Party; and a Top Ten List.65Jay Thomas, Mickey Rourke, Darlene LoveMickey Rourke; Jay Thomas; and Darlene Love. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; a sneezing monkey; a top ten list; Holiday Quarterback Challenge; and Paul Shaffer's does Cher's "O Holy Night."66Tracy Morgan, Matt BraungerDave shows a (phony) clip of Larry King interviewing the shoe that was thrown at President Bush; Tracy Morgan jokes about his recent legal troubles; Dave asks Paul about how he spent his Christmas; "MADtv" star Matt Braunger makes his television stand-up debut.67Kate Hudson, GlasvegasKate Hudson; and Glasvegas. PLUS: CNN Clip of the Night; Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Homeland Security USA; Changes in the Late Show 2009; the President defends his record; Regis in high-def; a top ten list; Dave's resolutions; and Biff still celebrating.68Kevin James, Becky Quick, Erin McCarleyDave delivers a pizza to an audience member, but she's too excited to eat it; Dave reads the "Top Ten Questions"; Kevin James plugs Paul Blart: Mall Cop and discusses his weight problem; another chat with CBS store employee "Stanley Kronkite" (Johnny Dark); "Squawk Box" host Becky Quick analyzes the Bernie Madoff controversy; Erin McCarley performed "Love, Save the Empty."69Ricky Gervais, Rose Byrne, Okkervil RiverRicky Gervais; Rose Byrne; and Okkervil River. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Ball State at the GMAC Bowl; what's popular on the Monkey Channel; the White House lunch; a top ten list; and the guy who was hanging bare-assed from a ski lift.70Kate Winslet, Marv AlbertKate Winslet; and Marv Albert. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Front Page of the New York Post; Regis in High-Def; and a Top Ten List.71Kiefer Sutherland, Wendy LiebmanKiefer Sutherland; and Wendy Liebman. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; a monkey sneezing; a squid sneezing; Dick Cheney Lie Count; Governor Bill Richardson; Late Show Fun Facts; Alan Kalter's Guide to the Inauguration; and a top ten list.72Billy Crystal, Kara DioGuardiBilly Crystal; and Kara DioGuardi. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; an Odd Blagojevich Press Conference; 49er Coach Mike Singletary; and a Top Ten List with Owen Wilson from Maui, Hawaii.73Salma Hayek, Jimmie WalkerSalma Hayek; and Jimmie Walker. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; phone call for David Letterman; little known things about the Bush Administration; Dave's Cocoa Guy; a message from Late Show writer Bill Scheft; and a special Top Ten from baseball's newest Hall of Fame inductees, Jim Rice and Rickey Henderson.74Clint Eastwood, Randy Rogers BandClint Eastwood; and Randy Rogers Band. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; The 9th Anniversary of Dave's Quintuple; and Alan Kalter's Celebrity Interview.75Kyra Sedgwick, Gwen IfillKyra Sedgwick; and Gwen Ifill. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; George W. Bush cleaning his glasses; Inauguration Day Plans; filling in for Osama bin Laden; and Chris Elliott and Gerard Mulligan drop in uninvited.76Zach Braff, Arj Barker, The Airborne Toxic EventZach Braff; Arj Barker; and The Airborne Toxic Event. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; "Bride Wars"; Mystery Sound in Space; Alan Kalter's How It Works; and a Late Show Farewell to Great Moments in Presidential Speeches.77Brian Williams, Ben Kweller78Evangeline Lilly, Seth Meyers, Andrew Bird79Lauren Graham, Guy Fieri, MENEW80Renee Zellweger, Tony Dungy, Graham Nash sits in with the band81Mary Hicks, the Gaslight Anthem82Ben Roethlisberger, Steve Martin83Rod Blagojevich, Richard Jenkins84Joe Torre, Demetri Martin, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt85Isla Fisher, extreme fisherman Matt Watson, Mark Olson and Gary Louris, a Top Ten List presented by Lil' Wayne86Dakota Fanning, Keith Alberstadt, Beirut87Naomi Watts, Danny McBride, 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover reveal88The crew of US Airways "Miracle On The Hudson" Flight 1549, Heartless Bastards89Joaquin Phoenix, Bar Refaeli, Anthony Hamilton90Chris Russo, the Jonas Brothers, Ashford & Simpson91Martha Stewart, Jake Johannsen, Matt Nathanson92Ellen Pompeo, Daytona 500 winner Matt Kenseth, Willie Nelson with Asleep at the Wheel93Bonnie Hunt, M. Ward94Donald Trump, Antony and the Johnsons95David Spade, Jeffrey Sachs, David Sanborn with Sam Moore96Barbara Walters, Mike Birbiglia, Shemekia Copeland97Katie Couric, U298Felicity Huffman, Artie Lange, U299Dr. Phil McGraw, U2100Jon Stewart, U2, a Top Ten List featuring 10 Team USA members from the World Baseball ClassicJon Stewart is scheduled to appear. Plus, Day 4 of U2 Week!101Jason Segel, Brian Kiley, U2102Russell Brand, Jack Hanna103Stupid Pet Tricks, Paul Rudd, Razorlight104Tom Brokaw, An Horse105Andy Samberg, Paul Teutul Sr., the Broadway cast of "West Side Story"106Will Ferrell, Cursive107Nicolas Cage, Rachel Maddow108Julia Roberts, Bell X1109Craig Ferguson, Ginnifer Goodwin, Modest Mouse110Billy Crystal, Kara DioGuardi, a Top Ten List presented by Owen WilsonAfter discussing Bruce Willis' wedding at length, Dave mentions that he married his longtime girlfriend in a private ceremony this past weekend, than explains all the obstacles he faced on the way to the courthouse; an update on George Clarke and the Late Show Weight Loss Challenge; Hugh Laurie plugs Monsters vs. Aliens; Sarah Paulson does impressions; Bloc Party performed "One Month Off."111David Spade, Richard Zoglin, David Sanborn and Sam MooreVia videotape, Osama bin Laden congratulates Dave on his marriage to Regina; tonight on "At Home with the Madoffs," Bernie and Ruth watch TV; Mary Tyler Moore plugs her autobiography and shares an embarassing story about Ed Asner; Blake Lively talks about her maltipoo; White Lies performed "To Lose My Life."112Hugh Laurie, Bloc Party113Mary Tyler Moore, Blake Lively, White Lies114Christina Applegate, Jim Gaffigan, Jesse Harris with Norah Jones115Seth Rogen, Tom Dreesen, AdeleFollowing the monologue, two goons walk off with Tony, claiming he's been adopted by Madonna; in lieu of Biff, Andy Kindler makes the annual trip to Yankees Spring Training; champion grocery-bagger Francisco Palacios puts Dave to shame in a face-off; Marg Helgenberger talks about her first job; Ray LaMontagne performed "You Are The Best Thing."116Bill O'Reilly, Marianne Faithfull117Marg Helgenberger, Francisco Palacios, Ray LaMontagne118Michael J. Fox, the Fray119Denis Leary, Diana Krall120Zac Efron, Mike Golic and Mike Greenberg, A.C. Newman with Nicole Atkins121Kelly Ripa, Bill Scheft, Yeah Yeah Yeahs122Drew Barrymore, Jack McBrayer, Neko Case123Matthew Perry, Elisha Cuthbert, Rascal Flatts124Russell Crowe, Joe Wong125Jeff Goldblum, Jeff Dunham126Nathan Lane, Tinted Windows127Beyonce, Jim Parsons128Jamie Foxx, Lauren Conrad, the Dead129Michael Keaton, Lily Allen130Matthew Fox, Carol Leifer, the All-American Rejects, a Top Ten List presented by Matthew Stafford131Dolly Parton, Zachary Quinto132Jennifer Garner, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, Manchester Orchestra133Regis Philbin, a performance by the Broadway cast of "Hair"134Kiefer Sutherland, Jim Norton, Bat for Lashes135Gordon Ramsay, Chris Pine, Keri Hilson with Kanye West136Liev Schreiber, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Franz Ferdinand137Bruce Willis, Ben Harper & Relentless7138Norm MacDonald, a Top Ten List presented by Leonard Nimoy, Animal Collective139Matthew Broderick, Brian Regan, Chris Cornell140Tom Hanks, the Killers141Alec Baldwin, Maya Rudolph, Chrisette Michele142Robin Williams, Wynton Marsalis143Kid Scientists, Teri Hatcher, Rick Ross with Magazeen, a Top Ten List presented by Ron Howard144John Goodman, Tommy Tiernan, Mastodon145Ben Stiller, White Rabbits146Jane Fonda, Piedmont Bird Callers, Kenny Chesney147Stephen Colbert, General Motors Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, Grizzly Bear148Amy Sedaris, Ed Helms, Jean Redpath149Ricky Gervais, Green Day150Bill Cosby, Helio Castroneves, Melody Gardot151Jack Hanna, John Krasinski152Jessica Biel, Zach Galifianakis, Steve Earle153Elvis Costello, a Top Ten List presented by Neil Patrick Harris154Paris Hilton, Calvin Borel, Steven Wright155Howard Stern, Mos Def156Julia Roberts, Black Eyed Peas157Kathy Griffin, Stupid Human Tricks, Sonic Youth, an NBA Finals report by Phoenix Suns' Steve Nash158Denzel Washington, the Jonas Brothers, a Top Ten List with Regis Philbin159Sandra Bullock, Pete Correale, P.J. Harvey & John Parish160Jack Black, M.A. Sanjayan161Michelle Pfeiffer, Judah Friedlander, Ian McLagan & the Bump Band162Ryan Reynolds, Padma Lakshmi, the Eels163Danny DeVito, Bear Grylls, PhoenixDave welcomes the star of the FX network comedy, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia", Danny Devito. Topics include Danny's now infamous Youtube moment when it appeared he was drunk on the set. He claims he wasn't. Later, star of the Discovery Channel/Science Channel series, "Man vs. Wild", Bear Grylis stops by to discuss his series upcoming episode with superstar Will Farrell. Phoenix is the Musical Guest.164Jada Pinkett Smith, Michael Cera, the SoundsJada Pinkett-Smith discusses her new role as a doctor in the TnT Tuesday night drama, "Hawthorne" and her oldest son, Jaden's new role in the Karate Kid remake, "Kung Fu Kid". Jada noting that the the family will be living in Hong Kong during the film's production. Michael Cerra discusses his role in the new film, "Year One", also starring Jack Black. Swedish Rock band, The Sounds, are the musical guests.165Samuel L. Jackson, Emeril Lagasse, Iggy Pop & the Brighton Port Authority166Sandra Day O'Connor, MSTRKRFT with John Legend, a Top Ten List presented by Lucas Glover167Ray Romano, St. Vincent168Johnny Depp, Megan Fox169Martin Short, Regina Spektor170Serena Williams, Hayden Panettiere, Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band171Sacha Baron Cohen, Joel McHale172Queen Latifah, Emma Watson173Daniel Radcliffe, Veronika Part, Levon Helm, a Top Ten List presented by Bruno174Rainn Wilson, Larry Miller, Maxwell175Jonah Hill, Gar Ryness, Kelly Clarkson176Edie Falco, Michael Showalter, Wilco with Feist177Paul McCartney, a Top Ten List presented by Bruce Willis178Anderson Cooper, Anna Paquin, Grizzly Bear179Tom Arnold, Metric, a Top Ten List presented by Dave's mom Dorothy180Katherine Heigl, Jeff Altman, Spinnerette181Kevin Spacey, Jesse James, the Flatlanders, a Top Ten List presented by Stewart Cink182Tracy Morgan, Leslie Mann, Diane Birch183Sean "Diddy" Combs, Vera Farmiga, Ginuwine with Missy Elliott184Amy Poehler, Nick Griffin, Judy Collins185Eric Bana, Dave Matthews Band, a Top Ten List presented by Chicago White Sox star Mark Buehrle186Katie Couric, Silversun Pickups187Amy Adams, Tom Dreesen, Elbow188Adam Sandler, Cage the ElephantQuentin Tarantino, Eric Ripert, and Robert Cray are the scheduled guests.189Regis Philbin, Ted Alexandro, Dave Matthews Band190Quentin Tarantino, Eric Ripert, Robert Cray191Donald Trump, Diane Kruger, Billy Currington, a Top Ten List presented by Britney Spears192Mike Myers, Ken Burns193Anna Wintour, Mark Teixeira194Renee Zellweger, Gary Mule Deer195Christina Applegate, Brendan Benson, Patton Oswalt196Anna Wintour, Mark Teixeira197Mary-Louise Parker, Eugene Levy, Jet198Anne Heche, Jim Parsons, Care Bears on Fire199Andy Roddick, Rachael Ray, Mutemath200Artie Lange, Todd Barry, Imogen HeapSeason 1Season 2Season 3Season 4Season 5Season 6Season 7Season 8Season 9Season 10Season 11Season 12Season 13Season 14Season 15Season 17Season 18Season 19Season 20Season 21Season 22
