Late Show with David Letterman
Season 10
TV-PG
David Letterman's comedic talk-show after moving to a new television network. He retains largely the same format as the previous 'Late Night with David Letterman.'
Where to Watch Season 10
187 Episodes
- Regis Philbin, Linda ThompsonE8
Episode 8Regis Philbin, Linda ThompsonDave announces the show can no longer be seen in Mexico City; Dave introduces Network Time Killers such as ""Korean Soap Opera Clip of the Night"" and ""Anton Fig's Beret of Mystery""; a dry wall joint sealer is tonight's mystery gadget on ""What the Hell Is It?"" - Jack Hanna, Tom Cavanagh, Civil War ReenactmentE11
Episode 11Jack Hanna, Tom Cavanagh, Civil War ReenactmentIn observance of an incedent that occured at a White Sox-Royals game the previous week, two shirtless drunks beat the crap out of Alan. Later, a Civil War battle is awkwardly recreated on 53rd Street. - Patricia Heaton, Murray WalkerE15
Episode 15Patricia Heaton, Murray WalkerDave hollers about being the only person in the entire building who wasn't invited to a staff fondue party for Mary Barclay; billards champ Jeanette ""Black Widow"" Lee does a few trick shots; Patricia Heaton and Murray Walker promote their autobiographies. - David Schwimmer, Avril LavigneE16
Episode 16David Schwimmer, Avril LavigneDave reminds the nation that he still definitely wants I-465 (the interstate around Indianapolis) named David Letterman Expressway, then announces that tomorrow he plans to offer the mayor of Indianapolis an enormous bribe to get the wheels turning. Later, Avril Lavigne sings ""SK8ER BOI."" - David Arquette, Todd LynnE19
Episode 19David Arquette, Todd LynnDave says he is feeling ""bilious,"" and that he will be going to an anger management course in Pennsylvania this weekend; during CBS Mailbag, Kenny professes his love to Pat on an episode of ""Trading Spaces""; Jimmy Fallon offers Paul a cape for his weekly breakdown. - Jennifer Love Hewitt, Tom Petty and The HeartbreakersE20
Episode 20Jennifer Love Hewitt, Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers53rd Street is the stage for the Purina® Dog Chow diving competition; Dave has choice words for Don Hewitt, who disliked a ""60 Minutes"" joke from last friday's show; Dave shows ""Rejected FDA Items"" such as Elmer's® glue with ten essential vitamins and minerals, ""Goat-umms®,"" and Tums® Spicy Jalapeño; Steph/Monty takes a plunge into the doggie water. - John McCain, David SedarisE21
Episode 21John McCain, David SedarisA recurring joke for the night (which involved an ice ball called Quaoar) is botched when Harold Larkin disappears; Senator John McCain plugs his new book ""Worth the Fighting For""; David Sedaris stands at a little podium and reads one of his hilarious essays. - Charles Barkley, Franco Zeffirelli, Nitty Gritty Dirt BandE22
Episode 22Charles Barkley, Franco Zeffirelli, Nitty Gritty Dirt BandTonight's desk time begins with trouble. A housefly is buzzing Dave, then lands on a guest chair. Dave takes a swat at it and declares ""Late Show"" a no-fly zone. Later, George Clarke is caught consuming glue. - Johnny Knoxville, Ron WhiteE24
Episode 24Johnny Knoxville, Ron WhiteDuring CBS Mailbag, someone asks ""Who is the smartest person on the Late Show staff?"" Dave points out that Late Show Film Coordinator Rick ""Shecky"" Scheckman is very well-read. George Clarke interrupts to make his case, but Dave isn't buying it. Shortly afterwards, George picks up an armload of library books, then drops them from a window onto Shecky on the street. Shecky kicks the bucket. - Thandie Newton, Faith HillE26
Episode 26Thandie Newton, Faith HillDave announces he's been named the 17th-most-powerful person in show business; Don Rickles' torso is the supposed mystery scan on the ""Late Show Celebrity X-Ray Challenge""; Faith Hill discusses her five-year-old daughter's love of Aerosmith. - Samuel L. Jackson, Santana & Michelle BranchE28
Episode 28Samuel L. Jackson, Santana & Michelle BranchAccording to Dave, scientists have discovered a massive black hole at the center of our Milky Way galaxy. Head carpenter Harold Larkin is good enough to open the side stage door so we can have a look. The black hole sucks Harold's pants off. Later, Alan professes his love for the Anaheim Angels' Rally Monkey. - Bonnie Hunt, Christina AquileraE30
Episode 30Bonnie Hunt, Christina AquileraSteph/Monty asks ""Survivor 5"" loser Robb Zbacnik two very interrogating questions: 1. ""How did you find the weather in Thailand?"" 2. ""Did you see or touch any monkeys?"" Also, Anaheim Angels pitcher Scott Spiezio presents the Top Ten via satellite, Bonnie Hunt surprises Dave by wearing glasses during her interview; Christina Aguilera sings ""Beautiful."" - Jerry Seinfeld, Foo FightersE33
Episode 33Jerry Seinfeld, Foo FightersAmongst this year's ""New Halloween Costumes:"" Dr. Phil, a ""Marlboro Grocery Check-Out order divider,"" and a trio of Saddam Hussein doubles. Plus, ten drill instructors present the Top Ten, Jerry Seinfeld comments on terrorism, and Foo Fighters perform ""All My Life."" - Stupid Human Tricks, Sean Hayes, Willie Nelson & Ryan AdamsE35
Episode 35Stupid Human Tricks, Sean Hayes, Willie Nelson & Ryan AdamsDuring ""Stupid Human Tricks,"" a couple from Chicago switches underwear with each other without taking off their clothes; former Mets manager Bobby Valentine presents the Top Ten; Sean Hayes of ""Will & Grace"" fame plugs the TV biopic ""Martin & Lewis."" - Julianne Moore, Grant Paulsen, Blind Boys of AlabamaE36
Episode 36Julianne Moore, Grant Paulsen, Blind Boys of AlabamaDave shows (bogus) footage of Bill Clinton accepting the nomination for a third term in office; Julianne Moore plugs ""Far From Heaven""; 14-year-old sports journalist Grant Paulson gives his two cents about current events. - Kid Inventors, Tom Brokaw, The WallflowersE37
Episode 37Kid Inventors, Tom Brokaw, The WallflowersDave accuses Indianapolis mayor Bart Peterson of letting the expressway thing go through, and then makes an ultimatum. Later, a ""Kid Inventor"" from Tampa demonstrates her ""Easy Fill Garbage Bag System."" - Brittany Murphy, Al LubelE38
Episode 38Brittany Murphy, Al LubelDuring Mailbag, James Jackson ""Biff"" Henderson ""answers"" a question about his name by standing around with the Hi-Ho girls; Dave points out that this his 1900th episode on CBS, give or take a special; legendary TV director and fashion model Hal Gurnee brings Paul his cape. - Kelly Ripa, Emmitt Smith, Missy ElliottE40
Episode 40Kelly Ripa, Emmitt Smith, Missy ElliottDave apologizes to his Broadway neighbors for setting off fireworks the previous night; Dave points out that in Europe, the name of Eminem's new movie is ""12.875 Kilometer""; Missy Elliott performs ""Work It."" - Maggie Gyllenhaal, Pearl JamE42
Episode 42Maggie Gyllenhaal, Pearl JamDuring a timeline of a day in the life of Saddam Hussein, we learn that Iraqi People Weekly has named him ""Sexiest Man Alive"" for the tenth straight year. Also, Pat and Kenny read another Oprah transcript, this time with Kenny playing an overexcited Goldie Hawn. - Kevin James, matchbox 20E44
Episode 44Kevin James, matchbox 20The entire audience for tonight's show is from Schoharie, New York. In honor of his generosity, the street that goes to the local sewer plant has been renamed ""David Letterman Lane."" Also, ""Biff Henderson's America"" visits Schoharie, the mayor of the village presents the Top Ten, and matchbox twenty performs ""Disease."" - Shania Twain, Cristiano da MattaE45
Episode 45Shania Twain, Cristiano da MattaDave asks Harold Larkin if he watched the Lenoid Meteor Shower last night. He then opens the exit next to the stage, where, with the magic of green-screen, the moon explodes. Also, Shania Twain sings ""I'm Gonna Getcha Good!"" - Ice Cube, Cast of HairsprayE47
Episode 47Ice Cube, Cast of HairsprayDave points out that a doctor in England recently did an autopsy for a paying audience. Cut to George Clarke, in the boiler room, who by coincidence is also conducting an autopsy... on a chicken. George is unable to determine the cause of death, but the corpse sure is tasty! - Harry Connick Jr., Larry MillerE48
Episode 48Harry Connick Jr., Larry MillerDuring Mailbag, a viewer asks if Biff ever takes off his headset. Dave spins the query by asking what he listens to on those things. Biff then removes the headset and puts it up to the boom microphone. We can hear the opening theme and intro of Jay Leno's show. Biff quickly adds, ""I only listen to the monologue."" - Ray Romano, Jurassic 5E51
Episode 51Ray Romano, Jurassic 5Dave rants about a false alarm on a New York City blizzard; amongst the potential bestselling gifts for Christmas is a futuristic clock that tells the time one hour in the future; Bill DeLace presents ""Top Ten Things You Don't Want to Hear in a Supermarket."" - Amy Sedaris, The StrokesE52
Episode 52Amy Sedaris, The StrokesLate Show with David Letterman is an American late-night talk show hosted by David Letterman on CBS, the first iteration of the Late Show franchise. The show debuted on August 30, 1993, and was produced by Letterman's production company, Worldwide Pants, and CBS Television Studios. - Catherine Zeta-Jones, ColdplayE59
Episode 59Catherine Zeta-Jones, ColdplayDave repeatedly shows a ""60 Minutes"" clip showcasing Lesley Stahl's unique facial movements; as they do every year, Rupert, Joe G, Mujibur, and Sirajul decorate the Late Show Christmas Tree; Coldplay performs ""In My Place""; the giant meatball on the tree falls apart. - Drew Barrymore, Rod StewartE60
Episode 60Drew Barrymore, Rod StewartOsama and his half-awake sidekick sing ""We Wish You a Merry Christmas."" Also, Dave ponders, ""How Many Guys In Santa Suits Can Fit Into a Coffee Shop?"" By the end of the show, there are 19 Santas with beards, 5 without facial hair, and one guy dressed up as Superman standing in the shop. - Liv Tyler, Jay Thomas, Darlene LoveE63
Episode 63Liv Tyler, Jay Thomas, Darlene LoveOsama Bin Laden wishes Dave a merry christmas via video greeting card; Gerard Mulligan has something to say to Al Gore during ""CBS Mailbag;"" an annual tradition continues as Jay Thomas tries to knock the meatball of the Late Show Christmas Tree. - Michael Caine, George ForemanE66
Episode 66Michael Caine, George ForemanDave shows a copy of George Foreman's new book, followed by a ""Michael Caine Grill""; Stephanie dances like her unnamed ex-boyfriend to the band playing Rod Stewart's ""Do You Think I'm Sexy?""; Michael Caine promotes The Quiet American. - Richard Gere, Chris ElliottE67
Episode 67Richard Gere, Chris ElliottDave discusses his experiences with shampooing over the years, and announces that earlier today he inadvertently conditioned before shampooing. Lo and behold, there's absolutely no difference! Also, Chris Elliott makes his twentieth-odd triumphant return to the Late Show. - Renee Zellweger, Chuck BarrisE69
Episode 69Renee Zellweger, Chuck BarrisTen members of the 82nd Airborne Division based in Afghanistan present the Top Ten. The soldier who presents #6 proposes to his girlfriend, who accepts via telephone. Also, today's ""Late Show Fun Fact"" reveals that Wink Martindale once beat a ""Tic-Tac-Dough"" contestant with his bare hands. - Andy Richter, Rich HallE70
Episode 70Andy Richter, Rich HallMailbag: Dave shows an ad for the mother of all reality shows, ""Bachelorette Millionaire Boat Survivor Race Factor Idol."" He also tries to make sense out of ""Rael"" (Gerard), a Quebecois cult leader who supposedly cloned the first human earlier this week. After revealing the first cloned baby is really a dog, he rebounds with ""Rael's Pigskin Pick of the Week."" - Claire Danes, Bob SarlatteE72
Episode 72Claire Danes, Bob SarlatteDave announces that today is the 3rd anniversary of his quintuple bypass, and upon mentioning this, Regis interrupts the jokes to give Dave a quick check-up. ""You're screwed,"" Regis proclaims. Throughout the night, Dave reflects on the bypass, claiming he ran five miles six weeks after the bypass. Near the end of the show, Dave tells former announcer Bob Sarlette that his cholesterol is a healthy 46. - Joan Rivers, Kathleen EdwardsE75
Episode 75Joan Rivers, Kathleen EdwardsMailbag: ""Who do you consider to be your best friend from the Late Show?"" Paul responds to this question by performing an original song dedicated to his best friend in the whole wide world, the man who changed his life for the better for the last twenty-one years, boom operator Al Norwood. - Simon Cowell, Topher Grace, Vienna TengE76
Episode 76Simon Cowell, Topher Grace, Vienna TengOsama praises ""Kangaroo Jack"" for his contempt for the infidels; Steph/Monty reviews the aforementioned movie, then makes a daring Super Bowl prediction (Bucs by 26!); ""Dwight the Troubled Teen"" (an Asian woman) vividly expresses his hatred of Alan. - Regis Philbin, John C. ReillyE77
Episode 77Regis Philbin, John C. ReillyIt's so cold outside, Alan's hair has turned a light shade of blue, but it turns out to be a Clairol® mishap. Also, Dave bids farewell to longtime comic foils Mujibur and Sirajul by giving them a Hoover Steamvac vacuum cleaner, and Regis talks football. - Tina Fey, Jonathan Ames, Johnny Marr & The HealersE78
Episode 78Tina Fey, Jonathan Ames, Johnny Marr & The HealersAlan's hair has now turned green; Paul tries to spin a ball on a parasol like the lady who appeared in tonight's ""Is This Anything?"", but fails miserably; Tina Fey promotes the Saturday Night Live (Super Bowl) Halftime Special. - Kelsey Grammer, Michael Tong, B.B. King and Shemeika CopelandE83
Episode 83Kelsey Grammer, Michael Tong, B.B. King and Shemeika CopelandUpon showing off a fake invitation to Colin Powell's address to the United Nations, Dave starts singing a Paul Anka song; Alan hits on the wife of Hans Blix, and then later learns that he has just been fired and replaced. - Brendan Fraser, Kids in The Hall, Bonnie Raitt, Keb' Mo, Kim WilsonE85
Episode 85Brendan Fraser, Kids in The Hall, Bonnie Raitt, Keb' Mo, Kim WilsonDuring Mailbag, Dave shows a clip from the upcoming CBS drama ""CSI: Lancaster, PA""; the Kids in the Hall comedy troupe performs a skit about women's problems; Paul's Friday-night homage to James Brown is returned as the Godfather of Soul delivers his cape. - Matthew Broderick, Tony Bennett & k.d. LangE86
Episode 86Matthew Broderick, Tony Bennett & k.d. LangAlan is dressed as Saddam Hussein, claiming he's just trying to do his part; throughout the night, show dogs from the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show walk around the theater; Pat Farmer drinks paint; at the end of the show, Kenny Sheehan sneaks in disguised as a beagle. - Kid Scientists, Kurt RussellE89
Episode 89Kid Scientists, Kurt RussellSteph/Monty is dressed in a kimono for ""Know Your Current Events""; Dave mentions that Dr. Phil will be on Monday, and he plans to open up a serious can of whoop-ass; Homer Simpson (voiced by Dan Castellaneta) presents the Top Ten. - Dr. Phil, BeckE91
Episode 91Dr. Phil, BeckThroughout the night, Steph/Monty measures the accumulated snowfall on the roof of the theater; Daytona 500 champion Michael Waltrip presents the Top Ten; Dr. Phil makes his first-ever appearance on the Late Show, and it appears that he can take a joke; Beck performs ""Lost Cause."" - Kevin Spacey, Reggie MillerE93
Episode 93Kevin Spacey, Reggie MillerAmongst the ""New Catalogs"": Crate & Barrel (with new barrel-sized crates), Starbucks Coffee by Mail, and something called ""International Monkey."" Also, Kevin Spacey does impressions of Elton John and Johnny Carson, while Alan threatens the sound engineer after a (supposed) gaffe on last night's show. - Champion Turkey Callers, Marg Helgenberger, The Flaming LipsE94
Episode 94Champion Turkey Callers, Marg Helgenberger, The Flaming LipsIn honor of tonight's Turkey Calling Champions, Dave has a swig of Wild Turkey bourbon; ""Biff Henderson's America"" makes a stop in Palomar Mountain, California, where he stands out on a ledge yelling out names of 50's-era wrestlers for an echo; The Flaming Lips perform ""Do You Realize?"" - Jeff Daniels, Lynne Cox, Steven WrightE95
Episode 95Jeff Daniels, Lynne Cox, Steven WrightSolomon Burke sits in; during Mailbag, Dave points out that a nudist-friendly Kinko's has opened nearby, while ""police chief"" Bill DeLace complains that Dave and Harold Larkin have run the bleeding-neck gag into the ground; Dave chats with Lynne Cox, who swam a mile to Antarctica in near-freezing water. - Steve Martin, Foo FightersE96
Episode 96Steve Martin, Foo FightersDave mentions that Paul and Alan were involved with last night's Grammy Awards; Rupert asks ""non-surviving Survivor"" Janet Koth if there was any hanky-panky in the Amazon (but of course); Steve Martin shows (bogus) clips of some of his less memorable appearances on the Late Show, including dangling a baby off a third-floor balcony. - Stupid Human Tricks, Sharon Osborne, Norah JonesE97
Episode 97Stupid Human Tricks, Sharon Osborne, Norah JonesDave mentions that he woke up this morning with a swollen eye, then hypothesizes that it's either an irritation, infection or inflammation; during ""Stupid Human Tricks,"" a man juggles and removes his shirt at the same time; Norah Jones is presented with a Grammy© made out of lunch meat. - Bruce Willis, Dan Rather, Carmen Electra, Brian KileyE98
Episode 98Bruce Willis, Dan Rather, Carmen Electra, Brian KileyDave's worsening eye infection puts him on the bench indefinitely, so scheduled guest Bruce Willis fills in for Daddy. Amongst tonight's highlights: Bruno and George Clarke duct tape plastic sheets on the backdrop; the ""Lean Mean EZ CD Opening Machine"" (a sledge hammer) is demonstrated; Paul interviews Bruce, then Bruce sits in with the band on harmonica; John Mayer performs ""Why Georgia."" - John McEnroe, Tom Arnold, Eric Ripert, Todd Barry, Jason MrasE99
Episode 99John McEnroe, Tom Arnold, Eric Ripert, Todd Barry, Jason MrasTennis great John McEnroe fills in for Dave, whose condition has not improved; Fred Schnieder of The B-52's fills in for Paul, whom, according to Bones Malone, has an appointment with Dr. Phil; John and Tom Arnold help Eric Ripert make Black Pepper and Cognac Shrimp. - Whoopi Goldberg, Jessica Lange, Dave Chappelle, Andy Vistola, Ben HarperE101
Episode 101Whoopi Goldberg, Jessica Lange, Dave Chappelle, Andy Vistola, Ben HarperWhoopi Goldberg (a former talk-show host in her own right) is the latest to fill in for Dave during his extended bout with shingles. She starts the monologue by announcing that ""tonight's show is in color,"" and then points out that the CBS Orchestra was once again the house band of last weekend's Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Also, comedian Andy Vastola makes his network television debut. - Will Ferrell, Chris Rock, Crispin Glover, Jake Johannsen, American Hi-FiE104
Episode 104Will Ferrell, Chris Rock, Crispin Glover, Jake Johannsen, American Hi-FiWill Ferrell joins fellow ""Old School"" star Vince Vaughn as a guest host on Letterman. In his monolouge, Will does his famous George W. Bush impression and serenades the absent host with his version of Kenny Rogers' ""Lady."" Later on, the up and coming rock band The American Hi-Fi performs their hit ""The Art of Losing."" - Megan Mullally, Molly Shannon, Isaac Mizrahi, Bonnie McFarlaneE105
Episode 105Megan Mullally, Molly Shannon, Isaac Mizrahi, Bonnie McFarlaneWill & Grace star Megan Mullally shows a clip of her tripping as she walked onstage to accept an award at last Sunday's Screen Actors Guild awards. Later, she sings a blues number called ""Guilty."" - Brad Garrett, Cuba Gooding Jr., Julie Bowen, Reggie McFadden, Lyle LovettE106
Episode 106Brad Garrett, Cuba Gooding Jr., Julie Bowen, Reggie McFadden, Lyle LovettBrad Garrett of Everybody Loves Raymond fame does a very Letterman-esque, one-liner heavy monologue, then mentions a recent medical mishap where his testes broke his fall. Also, Lyle Lovett sings ""Straighten Up and Fly Right."" - Tom Dreesen, Kiefer Sutherland, Frank Gershin, Suzanne Westenhoefer, The MusicE107
Episode 107Tom Dreesen, Kiefer Sutherland, Frank Gershin, Suzanne Westenhoefer, The MusicChicago-born comedian (and old friend of Dave's) Tom Dreseen becomes the latest fill-in host for Dave. He mentions that a fan outside the theater mistook him for Regis, then goes a spiel about his daughter's love of hip-hop. Also, lesbian comedian Suzanne Westenhoefer performs. - Paul Schaffer, Bob Dole, Connie Nielsen, Jeff Foxworthy, Cat PowerE109
Episode 109Paul Schaffer, Bob Dole, Connie Nielsen, Jeff Foxworthy, Cat PowerPaul fills in for Dave, lamenting in song about the big shoes he has to fill; Mike Smith of the Dave Clark Five fills in for Paul, who later sings the band's hit ""Because""; indie rocker Cat Power makes her network television debut, and is so camera-shy she can't seem to eye contact with the audience. - Bill Cosby, Andrew Firestone, Clark Tery, Sofia Vergara, The DAE110
Episode 110Bill Cosby, Andrew Firestone, Clark Tery, Sofia Vergara, The DAIn a bizarre running gag, Bill Cosby pretends to be so senile that a substitute cue-card boy introduces all of tonight's guests; Hilton Ruiz, Spaceman Paterson, Steve Berrios, and Andy Gonzales all sit in lieu of a temporary depleted band tonight (only Paul, Sid and Bruce bothered to show up); Sofia Vergara promotes Chasing Papi; the D4 performs ""Get Loose."" - Luke Wilson, Kelly Preston, Taye Diggs, Hilary Burton, SeetherE111
Episode 111Luke Wilson, Kelly Preston, Taye Diggs, Hilary Burton, SeetherLuke Wilson brings up a story about how he told his Old School co-stars Will Ferrell and Vince Vaughn he was hosting the Late Show. He was surprised by how unimpressed they were, as they also filled in for Dave. Later in the show, Seether performs ""Driven Under."" - Colin Farrell, Rosanne CashE113
Episode 113Colin Farrell, Rosanne Cash""I have to be here tonight,"" Dave utters in the monologue, ""I'm out of sick days."" An ""Incredible Dog Challenge"" sponsored by Purina Dog Chow has been postponed by the weather, but that doesn't stop George Clarke from welding a metal garbage can. - Helen Hunt, Jeremy Suarez, Cory BrananE114
Episode 114Helen Hunt, Jeremy Suarez, Cory BrananLate Show with David Letterman is an American late-night talk show hosted by David Letterman on CBS, the first iteration of the Late Show franchise. The show debuted on August 30, 1993, and was produced by Letterman's production company, Worldwide Pants, and CBS Television Studios. - High-Jumping Dogs, Vin Diesel, Bo DiddleyE115
Episode 115High-Jumping Dogs, Vin Diesel, Bo DiddleyAfter admitting that his medicine is making him bloated, Dave loosens his belt for all the world to see; during Biff's annual visit to Yankees Spring Training, he and Hideki Matsui recreate Abbott & Costello's ""Who's On First?"" routine; ten members of an Air Force base in Alaska present the Top Ten; Bo Diddley and the Debby Hastings Band performs ""Who Do You Love."" - Hilary Swank, Jimmie WalkerE116
Episode 116Hilary Swank, Jimmie WalkerMailbag: ""Does Alan Kalter really have a twin?"" Dave points out that he does have a brother named Rick, but Alan interrupts with a chin rub. Apparently, Big Red recently discovered he has a twin sister, Denise. After catching up on lost time at a local restaurant, Alan and Denise go to his place and make out. - Jane Krakowski, Jim Boeheim, Pete YornE119
Episode 119Jane Krakowski, Jim Boeheim, Pete YornDave reminds us that his 56th birthday was on Saturday, but he claims it was really his 34th and CBS aged him; Dave tells a funny story about George Miller's memorial service; ""Hootie Johnson"" presents Dave with a green Masters jacket. - Tom Brokaw, Tom Russell & Nanci GriffithE120
Episode 120Tom Brokaw, Tom Russell & Nanci GriffithDave announces that the Late Show (and not CNN) has the legal rights to a screen caption that reads ""Showdown: Syria""; Tony Mendez gets scolded by Daddy for abbreviating ""Dr. Phil's Words of Wisdom"" to ""Dr. Phil's Words of W"" on a cue-card; a woman who lost her luggage at JFK Airport participates in the new Hello Deli game ""What's Your Problem?"" (and she loses). - Michael Douglas, Todd RundgrenE121
Episode 121Michael Douglas, Todd RundgrenDave shows footage of chaos on the streets of Baghdad that bears that striking resemblance to West Side Story; a man balancing a burning bowling ball participates in ""Is This Anything?""; Todd Rundgren performs ""Hello, It's Me"" (a song he would perform on the show again later that year). - Anthony LaPaglia, Brian Regan, The ExiesE122
Episode 122Anthony LaPaglia, Brian Regan, The ExiesDave congratulates cameraman Dave Dorsett on fifty years in the biz; during Mailbag, a viewer asks why Dave doesn't throw stuff off the roof anymore, resulting in a flashback where Paul and his office supplies are thrown onto 53rd Street; The Exies perform ""My Goddess."" - Ashton Kutcher, Jack HannaE123
Episode 123Ashton Kutcher, Jack HannaDue to today's weather, Dave raises the temperature inside the theater from 53 to 57 degrees; Dave comments on the Iraqi playing cards, then points out that Mickey Rooney is the 8 of diamonds; Jack Hanna brings two emus and an oryx (an African antelope) onstage. - Charlize Theron, Sue Johanson, Minus 5 with WilcoE125
Episode 125Charlize Theron, Sue Johanson, Minus 5 with WilcoAn Iraqi Republican guard that bears more than a passing resemblance to a dazed Calvert walks by Dave right after the monologue; Dave attempts to make ""Wash it, gas it, give me the keys"" his new catchphrase; Lily Chin (the world's fastest crocheter) makes Dave half of a sweater; The Minus 5 and Wilco join together to perform ""The Town That Lost Its Groove Supply."" - Bernie Mac, Amanda PeetE126
Episode 126Bernie Mac, Amanda PeetMailbag: ""Whatever happened to the bear that mauled Alan Kalter?"" According to VH1's Where Are They Now?, the bear was fired for stealing a monitor in 1999, but he rebounded and now works in middle management for Oglivy & Mather. Dave invites the bear in to take a bow, and he runs over towards Alan in a frightening pose, then backs off and walks offstage. Also, Pulitzer Prize winner Robert A. Caro presents the Top Ten. - Kelly Rippa, Good CharlotteE128
Episode 128Kelly Rippa, Good CharlottePrompted by an audience member's request the week before, Pat, Steph/Monty, and a new employee throw stuff off the roof throughout the show for the first time since 1998; Dave meets Christy Smith, the first disabled contestant to appear on ""Survivor"" (she's hearing-impaired). - Stupid Human Tricks, Hugh Jackson, Kelly ClarksonE129
Episode 129Stupid Human Tricks, Hugh Jackson, Kelly ClarksonDave shows off his regular coffee mug, then a mug given to him by Dr. Phil that's almost twice that size, then the new, even larger Late Show mug; during ""Stupid Human Tricks,"" a man puts pennies up his nose with his tongue; Kelly Clarkson sings ""Miss Independent."" - David Hyde Pierce, Rube Goldberg Contest Winners, Ziggy MarleyE130
Episode 130David Hyde Pierce, Rube Goldberg Contest Winners, Ziggy MarleyA staffer dressed as Nightcrawler from the ""X-Men"" movies tries to hail a cab, but ends up on a rickshaw; Joe Lieberman presents the Top Ten; Ziggy Marley performs ""True to Myself."" - Megan Mullally, Marilyn MansonE131
Episode 131Megan Mullally, Marilyn MansonDuring Mailbag, Biff answers yet another question about his headset by unsuccessfully attempting to seduce the author of the letter; ten celebrity moms (including Dorothy) present the Top Ten; Marilyn Manson discusses painting with watercolors and later hangs out in the green room with the mothers. - Albert Brooks, Jeffery Ross, The LibertinesE132
Episode 132Albert Brooks, Jeffery Ross, The LibertinesDave shows a CBS promo for ""Saddam Week""; a box of fish sticks and a bottle of perfume are subjected to a rare ""Will It Float?"" doubleheader; Albert Brooks promotes Finding Nemo and pretends to complain about his woes. - Stupid Pet Tricks, Kevin James, Jenna MorascaE133
Episode 133Stupid Pet Tricks, Kevin James, Jenna MorascaA high school senior in Jersey decides on his prom tuxedo, and ends up choosing a powder blue leisure suit; during ""Stupid Pet Tricks,"" a pink poodle sorts out blocks of different shapes; Survivor: Amazon winner Jenna Morasca is interrogated on all fronts, with burning questions from Dave, Paul, Rupert, and Monty. - David Williams & Ronald Young, Jada Pinkett Smith, The JayhawksE134
Episode 134David Williams & Ronald Young, Jada Pinkett Smith, The JayhawksDave reads the new disclaimer on the New York Times (""Not all articles are factual""); Chief Warrant Officers David Williams and Ronald Young, Jr. tell their incredible story of survival as Iraqi POWs; Jada Pinkett Smith promotes The Matrix Reloaded. - Sean Hayes, Eric Ripert, Avril LavigneE135
Episode 135Sean Hayes, Eric Ripert, Avril LavigneBiff walks the streets of New York City looking for celebrities, or, for that matter, celebrity lookalikes; during a cooking segment with Eric Ripert, Dave slings back a bottle of Jack Daniels; Avril Lavigne performs ""Losing Grip."" - Jim Carrey, ChevelleE139
Episode 139Jim Carrey, ChevelleAfter Dave makes a joke about CBS' recent miniseries about Adolf Hitler, Paul and the band plays ""Danke Schoen;"" a woman is given the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to call, and then hang up on Regis; Alan has a few words to say about ""American Idol;"" Jim Carrey shows off his idea for a reality show; Chevelle performs ""Send The Pain Below."" - Antonio Banderas, Heidi Klum, Liam LynchE141
Episode 141Antonio Banderas, Heidi Klum, Liam LynchDave announces that the unwieldy-huge Late Show mug that debuted last night is available for parties, and Dave attempts to sip some coffee out of it; Liam Lynch performs his novelty hit ""United States of Whatever."" - Adrien Brody, Gil de Ferran, John MellencampE143
Episode 143Adrien Brody, Gil de Ferran, John MellencampIn honor of a recent Team Rahal victory, Dave makes car noises; Steph/Monty discusses last weekend's Indianapolis 500 via telephone; ""What's on the Barbeque"" finds Biff trying to guess what type of meat is being cooked on the grill built last week on the show; Dave tries to persuade tonight's guests to also make engine noises. - Alec Baldwin, Tom DreesenE144
Episode 144Alec Baldwin, Tom DreesenTisziji Munoz (a mentor of Paul's) sits in on guitar; Rupert and a Long Island girl play ""Stop the Slicer""; Alan introduces a video montage of what are intended to be various celebrities, but Dave criticizes him and Alan starts sobbing; Alec Baldwin tells an amusing story about his hypochondria. - Seth Green, Amy Sedaris, Lucinda WilliamsE145
Episode 145Seth Green, Amy Sedaris, Lucinda WilliamsDave mentions that Tom Arnold will be filling in for him Friday night; staffer Eddie Valk participates in ""Can a Guy in a Horse Suit Get into FlashDancers?"" After successfully enter the nudie bar, Eddie then attempts to hail a taxi but ends up annoying passerby. - Tom Green, Jolene Blalock, Scott Stevens, Isaac Britty, Damien RiceE152
Episode 152Tom Green, Jolene Blalock, Scott Stevens, Isaac Britty, Damien RiceHost Tom Green (an Ottawa Senators fan) gets body-checked by Scott Stevens of the rival New Jersey Devils. Also, comedian Isaac Witty and singer-songwriter Damien Rice make their respective network television debuts. - Rob Reiner, Paul Teutul Sr. & Jr., The New PornographersE154
Episode 154Rob Reiner, Paul Teutul Sr. & Jr., The New PornographersRupert and Dave play ""Name That Baldwin""; Rob Reiner brags about his recent weight loss; Paul Teutel and Paul Teutel Jr. of the cable reality show American Chopper demonstrate their knack for building motorcycles. - Kelsey Grammer, Treat Williams, James Earl Jones, Jamie Lynn-Sigler, Kathleen Madigan, Jesse MalinE157
Episode 157Kelsey Grammer, Treat Williams, James Earl Jones, Jamie Lynn-Sigler, Kathleen Madigan, Jesse MalinKelsey Grammer (aka Frasier Crane) talks about his 20-month-old daughter, then chats with fellow deep-voiced thespian James Earl Jones. - Lucy Liu, Avigayil Wardein, Nick Cave and The Bad SeedsE160
Episode 160Lucy Liu, Avigayil Wardein, Nick Cave and The Bad SeedsDuring ""Who Asked For It?,"" Alan uses CPR as an excuse to make out with an audience member; Dave makes his first PA announcement in almost four years, telling the crowd outside the theater that they're about to be hosed with ""Mountain Dew"" (water); Dave chats with a six-year-old girl from Florida who ran a controversial lemonade stand. - Jimmy Fallon, Kristanna Loken, Dax, Chloe Sevigny, Bill Scheft, Rufus WainwrightE162
Episode 162Jimmy Fallon, Kristanna Loken, Dax, Chloe Sevigny, Bill Scheft, Rufus WainwrightJimmy Fallon of ""SNL"" fame sings an original composition about December-May relationships. Later, he chats with Chloe Sevigny and ""Late Show"" writer Bill Scheft. - Allison Janney, Nigella Lawson, Howard TateE164
Episode 164Allison Janney, Nigella Lawson, Howard TateGeorge Clarke and Dave play ""Would You Like To Ride In Our Freight Elevator?"" Later, Dave welcomes an elderly (if not faithful) fan who made it to the audience after watching the show every night for 15 years. - National Hollerin' Champions, Kristin Davis, Jane's AddictionE169
Episode 169National Hollerin' Champions, Kristin Davis, Jane's AddictionIn honor of one of this summer's biggest blockbusters, Dave plays ""How Many Guys In Pirate Costumes Can Fit Into a Sandwich Shop?"" Later, Jane's Addiction performs ""Just Because."" - Joaquin Phoenix, Blues TravelerE170
Episode 170Joaquin Phoenix, Blues TravelerFollowing last night's performance by Jane's Addiction, ""Mr. S"" (Paul) hires backup dancers for the CBS Orchestra; Osama offers condolences to Saddam; Ten baseball greats present a special Top Ten about the perks of being in the Hall of Fame. - Denis Leary, Queens of the Stone AgeE172
Episode 172Denis Leary, Queens of the Stone AgeDave wants to know if the 500 feet of co-axial cable being used in tonight's ""Will It Float?"" is coiled or not. When he finds out that it is coiled, he demands it to be uncoiled. Later, Queens of the Stone Age perform their hit ""Go With The Flow."" - Seann William Scott, Jonathan Ames, Fountains of WayneE175
Episode 175Seann William Scott, Jonathan Ames, Fountains of WayneAs a tribute to George Miller, Dave repeatedly uses his favorite catch phrase, ""In my pants!"" Meanwhile, a commercial that Dave taped reveals that California governor Gray Davis once beat a man to death with a crowbar in a convinence store. - Brittany Murphy, Carey Hart, Dashboard ConfessionalE181
Episode 181Brittany Murphy, Carey Hart, Dashboard ConfessionalMotocross ""badass"" Carey Hart does a few stunts on 53rd St.; Stephanie dons a Little Bo Peep get-up for ""CBS Mailbag;"" ""Arnold Schwarzenegger"" (Gerard) drops by; Brittany Murphy promotes ""Uptown Girls"" (and gets in a few good-natured rips on former beau Ashton Kutcher); Dashboard Confessional sings.
