Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

Season 7

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Former Daily Show host and correspondent John Oliver brings his persona to this weekly news satire program.

Where to Watch Season 7

30 Episodes

Medicare for All
E1
Medicare for All[HBO] HD. Main story: The pros and cons of Medicare for All; plus, Bill Barr does Trump's personal bidding; and Flyers mascot Gritty is exonerated!
Modi
E2
Modi[HBO] HD. Main story: John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister, Narendra Modi; plus, Mike Bloomberg's presidential campaign.
Coronavirus
E3
CoronavirusJohn covers the Covid-19 pandemic, how each country, including the US, is handling it, and why the Phillie Phanatic is in a copyright row. Also, Tom Steyer quits the Democratic presidential race, and Chris Matthews messes up his sign offs.
Sheriffs
E4
Sheriffs[HBO] HD. Main story: A look at how much power-and how little accountability-local sheriffs have; plus, Trump's coronavirus incompetence.
Coronavirus II
E5
Coronavirus IIMain story: 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak, governmental response in the US, and the prevention of COVID-19. This episode was filmed at an unspecified location with no live audience as the studio and the show's offices were shut down after employees tested positive for COVID-19. John Oliver stated the show will go on hiatus for an unspecified amount of time but will definitely return.
Coronavirus III
E6
Coronavirus IIIIn the first show from his makeshift home studio, John covers the horrible way COVID-19 pandemic is going and how Trump is mishandling it, how TV hosts are practicing social distancing, and how profoundly gleeful 90s erotic rat art can be.
One America News Network
E7
One America News NetworkJohn criticizes the Republican governors' response to the pandemic, showcases how everyone filming from home gets asked if they're wearing pants, and warns of the new ultra right wing, extremely pro-Trump network called OAN(N).
Essential Workers
E8
Essential WorkersJohn explains how the Trump administration failed to protect the unemployed, small businesses and essential workers during the pandemic, the peeps make their unholy return, and 90s rat erotica makes John's day once again.
Coronavirus Misinformation
E9
Coronavirus MisinformationJohn analyzes the right wing media's protests, conspiracy theories and misinformation spreading about the pandemic, spotlights Inside Edition's latest 'coming up' segments, and becomes a fan of the home edition of The Wendy Williams Show.
COVID-19 Testing
E10
COVID-19 TestingJohn points out the failure of The FDA and federal government when experts encourage widespread coronavirus testing for several months. The number of tests being done everyday far behind the lowest recommended number. John talks about the different types of tests: diagnostic and antibody tests, and how the tests work.
United States Postal Service
E11
United States Postal ServiceJohn discusses the United States Postal Service which is in dire need of economic assistance from the government. He examines some of the essential services of the USPS and why it is facing such financial trouble due to a 2006 law requiring it to pre-pay health care benefits on a fifty year schedule while at the same time putting price caps on services and products.
Coronavirus Impact on Sports
E12
Coronavirus Impact on SportsIn the latest installment of coronavirus series John Oliver puts light on the current absence of all major sports due to COVID-19 outbreak. The lack of professional sport events is taking its toll on countless people emotionally and financially. He also points out difficulties to start any initiative without proper planning and precautions. That is the show is sponsoring the Marble League to give people the thrill of sports.
Postal Voting
E13
Postal VotingJohn explains the importance of voting by mail. Also, mass protests against police brutality erupt in Minneapolis, TV hosts inquire about the odd objects behind their stay-at-home guests, and John schools UFC president Dana White.
Police
E14
PoliceThis episode tackles the hard truth about the history of Police in the United States and the many problems that are faced in fixing those problems.
Facial Recognition
E15
Facial RecognitionFacial recognition is no longer an issue of a thriller movie. It has become a part of our life. John Oliver talks about various aspects and global practice of facial recognition technology. He explains how dangerous it could be by addressing the questionable activities of facial recognition company Clearview AI.
Prisons & Jails
E16
Prisons & JailsIn the latest episode on coronavirus John talks about US prisons and jails. These confined spaces have frightening number of COVID-19 infections. And there has been insufficient initiatives to address the matter. Consequently, in some cases inmates are taking matters in their own hand to raise concern about situation behind bars.
Coronavirus IX: Evictions
E17
Coronavirus IX: EvictionsLike coronavirus and unemployment issues evictions is something that USA could prepared for. While people are choosing between rent and food due to the pandemic, John Oliver presented the flaws of current system and flawed solution. He urges federal government to come with a proper solution for the affected soon. Also, some people refuse to wear masks, and Papa John embraces TikTok.
Conspiracy Theories
E18
Conspiracy TheoriesConspiracy theories are the hotcakes of the internet. John talks about why people like these conspiracy theories and why in the age of internet it spreads so quickly. He also explains the detrimental effect can have on people's life. Finally celebrities urges people to be more vigilant and inquisitive about these theories as majority of these theories are baseless and created to create unrest among people.
Uighurs
E19
UighursThe Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; plus, Trump’s authoritarian show of force in Portland; Martha Stewart loosens up.
U.S. History
E20
U.S. HistoryA look at how the history of race is taught in schools; plus, Trump pushes bad medicine; Louie Gohmert tests positive; and Steve Guttenberg has a 'Cameo.'
Juries
E21
JuriesJohn Oliver talks about racial discrimination in selecting a jury of a trial. He explains why it is a valid concern for the justice system and how this discrimination is affecting the final verdict of various cases. Finally he suggested the ways to reform the current jury selection practice.
Border Wall
E22
Border WallJohn Oliver delivers the second installment on one of the key promises of President Trump's campaign: the border wall. Where he gave updates about the wall situation, who is funding it and why it is still absurd initiative. He also talks about the alleged frauds about the fundraising for the wall and the favoritism toward a particular company bagging wall construction deal despite their sketchy past.
RNC 2020 & Kenosha
E23
RNC 2020 & KenoshaJohn Oliver discusses a week that saw the Republican National Convention, a horrific series of shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and a strike in professional sports -- three stories that are really one story, about race in America.
Supreme Court
E24
Supreme CourtIn the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, John Oliver discusses the future of the Supreme Court, why the government doesn’t always represent the political leanings of the electorate, and how those issues will impact the next generation of Americans.
Election 2020
E25
Election 2020Weeks out from the 2020 presidential election, John Oliver takes a look at various efforts to destabilize the vote, how to ensure your ballot is properly counted, and why we may need to prepare not just for an election night, but for an election month.
The World Health Organization
E26
The World Health OrganizationJohn Oliver talks about the functions of World Health Organization and why it is a vital part of the upcoming US election. John points out the contribution WHO made over the years, explains the reason why USA pays more than other countries and describes the mistakes of this highly impactful organization.
Asylum
E27
AsylumJohn Oliver talks about the situation of asylum seekers in USA under Trump administration. He points out the three major changes in policy (migrant protection protocols, safe third country agreements and Title 42) which are deciding the future of asylum seekers.
Trump & the Coronavirus and William Barr
E28
Trump & the Coronavirus and William BarrJohn Oliver takes a look at how the Trump administration has handled the coronavirus outbreak in the US, from lack of preparation, to mangled coordination, to harmful communication. John also discusses William Barr’s attitude toward authority and executive power, how that attitude has influenced Donald Trump’s presidency, and what it could mean if Trump wins a second term.
Election Results 2020
E29
Election Results 2020John Oliver discusses the long week of US presidential election results, including Donald Trump’s various attempts to make the election appear illegitimate, and a historic win for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
Trump & Election Results
E30
Trump & Election ResultsA week after Joe Biden’s win in the US presidential election, John Oliver discusses Donald Trump’s various attempts to overturn the results, why his claims don’t hold water, and the consequences of indulging him.