Late Show with David Letterman
Season 4
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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 4
213 Episodes
- Bill Cosby, Brian Williams, No DoubtE5
Bill Cosby, Brian Williams, No DoubtIt's the unofficial Three-Year Anniversary. (The count is 90 morning shows, 1810 Late Nights, and 654 Late Shows.) Dave shows some of his favorite clips, then goes door-to-door in New Jersey with Gene Siskel, Roger Ebert and Richard Simmons. - Michael J. Fox, Jeanne Moreau, Ray DaviesE26
Michael J. Fox, Jeanne Moreau, Ray Davies1996: Dave shows a tape of Bob Dole blinking in the first presidential debate; Michael J. Fox gets a car for high school graduation (he didn't officially graduate until that Spring); the Kinks' Ray Davies performs ""To the Bone."" - Jon Lovitz, Ken Olin, Enrique IglesiasE33
Jon Lovitz, Ken Olin, Enrique IglesiasDave shows a poster that proves that Bob Dole's presidential campaign is doomed: ""For The Love of God, Don't Vote for Tubby."" Also, Calvert reports from the Game 1 of the Braves-Yankees World Series, during which he hugs the mayor of Atlanta. - Jimmy Smits, John Leguizamo, Brian ReganE35
Jimmy Smits, John Leguizamo, Brian ReganDave says goodnight halfway through the show and then leaves. Paul goes to search for Dave but gets distracted playing basketball. Dave is finally found guiding planes on the runway at JFK Airport, so Biff calls him via a courtesy phone and tells him to return. - Brett Butler, Gary Sinise, Bob McCoyE43
Brett Butler, Gary Sinise, Bob McCoyDuring Mailbag, a viewer pleads for no more Dole jokes, so ""Bob Dole"" (Calvert) appears on stage and sings Lionel Richie's ""Say You, Say Me,"" a pop ditty which includes the immortal lines, ""I had a dream; I had an awesome dream."" - Stupid Pet Tricks, Anthony Edwards, Natalie ColeE49
Stupid Pet Tricks, Anthony Edwards, Natalie ColeFrom Chicago: Paul meets his long-lost brother Matt Shaffer on ""Jerry Springer"" just as Dave was going to admit to being a transvestite. Also, Dave introduces ten citizens with distinct names for ""Top Ten Our Favorite Illinois Names."" His choice for #1, Springfield resident Minnie Cocke, has her mug displayed on the United Center jumbotron. - Kid Inventors, Will Smith, Jimmy BuffettE54
Kid Inventors, Will Smith, Jimmy BuffettFriday Night on the Road finishes in Miami, Florida. It's so hot in the Coconut Grove Playhouse that Dave strips off his suit and hosts the show in his khakis and t-shirt: ""This is exactly what rehearsal looks like."" - Teri Hatcher, Brent Spiner, Luscious JacksonE59
Teri Hatcher, Brent Spiner, Luscious JacksonAfter Dave offers a million dollars claiming that there's no such person named Sivareddy Gotike, whose letter was read on the CBS Mailbag the week before, Sivareddy appears on the show to collect. Dave offers him and his friend Srinivas a hotel room, dinner at Tad's, dinner at the 21 Club, two tickets to ""Cats,"" two tickets to a Jets game, a camera, car service, and dates instead. - James Woods, Bob Odenkirk, Counting CrowsE63
James Woods, Bob Odenkirk, Counting Crows1996: Two merchant marines do push-ups onstage; Dave and Paul reprise the roles of their alter egos, Gator and Skunk; Leonard Tepper performs in the Late Show ""kid's nativity play""; Counting Crows appear for the second night in a row. - Billy Crystal, Cuba Gooding Jr., Darlene LoveE69
Billy Crystal, Cuba Gooding Jr., Darlene LoveDave hugs a male audience member; fake snow falls on the backdrop, then on the audience; Darlene Love (featuring Bette Sussman) continues her holiday tradition of singing ""Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)."" - Tom Arnold, Kamarr, Joe QueenanE74
Tom Arnold, Kamarr, Joe QueenanCalvert DeForest is live at Times Square as the show is taped hours earlier; Tom Arnold appears again on New Year's Eve, this time without Roseanne; Biff gets scissors from Dave to get rid of the Cabbage Patch doll chewing on his ear; Kamarr the Discount Magician tries in vain to impress the audience. - Courtney Cox, Lee Marek, Damon HillE76
Courtney Cox, Lee Marek, Damon HillDuring CBS Mailbag, a viewer asks what Dave did for New Year's. Dave flashes back to a wild night with a bunch of fabulous babes, while Paul brings him back to earth, and Dave flashes back to a night spent at the laundromat drinking Tide. - Ray Liotta, Norm MacDonaldE78
Ray Liotta, Norm MacDonaldDave swipes Tony's gum, which he had tried to hide on top of one of the cameras. Also, Rupert of Hello Deli is pitted against Amando of Stage Deli in a little competition called ""The King of Meats."" It was a close battle throughout, but Amando ends up victorious. - Eddie Murphy, Dwight Yoakam, Veronica ParideeE81
Eddie Murphy, Dwight Yoakam, Veronica ParideeAn audience member celebrating her birthday dances onstage; Inky threatens to throw a rock at Dave; Dave chats with a nine-year-old girl that delivered her baby brother in a stuck elevator; Inky settles his differences and dances with Kim the audience girl. - Kevin Spacey, Madeline Kahn, Harry HillE82
Kevin Spacey, Madeline Kahn, Harry HillDave deems the show to be such a success that he announces the production of four spin-offs, ""Rupert Touches Meat,"" ""Leonard's Candid Camera,"" ""Kenny's Baywatch"" (with the stagehands running in slow motion), and ""Late Show with Carlos Huaycaga."" - Penelope Ann Miller, Skeet Ulrich, BR5-49E83
Penelope Ann Miller, Skeet Ulrich, BR5-49It's time for another Late Show experiment: ""Who Will Get Kicked Out of TGIF's Sooner, a Shirtless Guy or a Guy with Ten Dogs?"" Answer: the shirtless guy. Later, Dave instructs Chris from the audience to negotiate with TGIF (where he works), and soon enough, everyone is allowed inside. - Chris O'Donnell, Debbie Reynolds, Yo Yo Ma, Edgar Meyer, Mark O'ConnerE84
Chris O'Donnell, Debbie Reynolds, Yo Yo Ma, Edgar Meyer, Mark O'ConnerDave shows QVC footage of a Cabbage Patch Bill Clinton doll eating French fries; Actor Chris O'Donnell does a Stupid Human Trick; the drama class from Calhoun High School re-enacts the first half of the show. - Kevin Kline, Kevin Sorbo, Kevin BrennanE86
Kevin Kline, Kevin Sorbo, Kevin BrennanIt's an ""All Kevin Spectacular"" as Kevin Kline, Kevin Sorbo, and Kevin Brennan guest on the show. The closing credits on the show include all staffers named Kevin (Kevin Burnett, Kevin Foley, Kevin Gaines, Kevin Mulligan [actually the name of Gerard's son], and so on). - David Schwimmer, Carmen Electra, Sheryl CrowE87
David Schwimmer, Carmen Electra, Sheryl CrowAlan interrupts the monologue to comment on yesterday's Packers-Patriots Super Bowl; an audience member receives Dave's autograph; Calvert reports from New Orleans, where football fans are still celebrating after yesterday's championship. - Tony Danza, Desmond Howard, Helena Bonham CarterE88
Tony Danza, Desmond Howard, Helena Bonham CarterBiff presides over another segment of ""What They Would Have Had for Lunch If They Were Still Alive."" Tonight, Lorne Greene: ""a BLT."" Also, Tony Williams sits in on drums, while Dave introduces Paul as ""Little Jimmy Dickens."" - Isabella Rossellini, Billy Bob Thorton, Tokyo Shock BoysE93
Isabella Rossellini, Billy Bob Thorton, Tokyo Shock BoysIn honor of the re-release of the entire Star Wars trilogy, Dave moves his coffee mug with a little help from ""the force""; Billy Bob Thornton promotes his Academy Award-nominated film Sling Blade; the acrobatic Tokyo Stunt Boys bomb in their first (and ultimately only) American television performance. - Pierce Brosnan, Lance Alstodt, Brian ReganE95
Pierce Brosnan, Lance Alstodt, Brian ReganKnow Your Current Events: Dave promises an audience participant named Brian (who Dave keeps calling ""Larry"") that if he can kick a field goal outside, he can sit onstage. Brian hits the field goal post at 20 yards and wins his onstage seat. - Richard Harris, Siskel & Ebert, Far East CircusE99
Richard Harris, Siskel & Ebert, Far East CircusThroughout the night, Biff, Pat and Kenny recreate scenes from Academy Award-nominated films, including ""The English Patient"" and ""Jerry McGuire."" The gag comes to an abrupt end when, while attempting to spoof ""Secrets and Lies,"" they can't find anybody who saw the film. - Peter O'Toole, Salma Hayek, Jazz PassengersE100
Peter O'Toole, Salma Hayek, Jazz PassengersDave brags that he had an incredible Valentine's Day last year, until Paul persuades him to admit that he spent it watching TV with an amorous Leonard. Also, the Jazz Passengers (featuring Deborah Harry and Elvis Costello) perform ""Doncha Go 'Way Mad."" - Tom Brokaw, Laura Linney, BLACKstreetE102
Tom Brokaw, Laura Linney, BLACKstreetTwo weeks before, NBC denied Dave permission to use clips from his old show. So tonight, Tom Brokaw arrives and offers Dave a crumpled-up videotape from Late Night with David Letterman. Also, Dave shows a faux-documentary short called ""Dave's Family Weekend"" (with Andrea as his sister and Leonard as Mr. Rogers). - Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames, Jeff GordonE103
Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames, Jeff GordonThe outside cam goes to Joe G's to launch production of the quickie movie ""Space Volcano""; Bruce Willis murders Mujibur and Sirajul; Demi Moore shows up with 15 dogs as a gift for Dave, and later the mutts storm the control room. - Bill Cosby, David Hacker, Tina TurnerE107
Bill Cosby, David Hacker, Tina TurnerOn the three-year anniversary of his memorable first appearance on the Late Show, super-bowler Dick Weber rolls one strike after another out on 53rd Street. Later, he and Bill Cosby go one-on-one on the specially-built lane, with Weber decimating the sitcom star. - Martin Short, Larenz Tate, KodoE118
Martin Short, Larenz Tate, KodoThe camera fixates on a guy in the audience with a gigantic gut with DAVE written on it. Also, Martin Short does another musical number, with a final note so extended that he leaves the stage, goes to the bank, buys a sandwich at Hello Deli, picks up his dry cleaning, and returns to the theater just in time for the big climax. - Mike Myers, Sophie Marceau, Alison KraussE120
Mike Myers, Sophie Marceau, Alison KraussToday's burning question: ""How Many Guys in Bunny Suits Can Get into a Coffee Shop?"" All 23 guys that volunteered get in, and they are later joined by a geeky audience member from Georgia, who is later carried back to the stage by the bunnies. - Teri Garr, George Stephanopolous, Amanda MarshallE122
Teri Garr, George Stephanopolous, Amanda MarshallDave announces that today is Tony Mendez' 60th birthday, even though he's only 52; Dave orders Anton to fetch him some coffee; a man-on-the-street segment dissects tonight's ""Top Ten Easter Bunny Pet Peeves."" - Marilu Henner, Marlon Wayans, The CardigansE123
Marilu Henner, Marlon Wayans, The CardigansMailbag: Alan has an announcer sitting in with him, only to realize he's not his intern but his willing replacement. Meanwhile, Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton (live via satellite) presents the Top Ten. - Bryant Gumbel, Kadeem Hardison, Bandbaz BrothersE124
Bryant Gumbel, Kadeem Hardison, Bandbaz BrothersSongwriter Jimmy Webb sits in, and throughout the night the band plays his songs; Dave shows a tape of Rob Burnett's daughter being scared to death by Daddy as the Easter Bunny; Dave tells a story about how he spent his Easter with Nadine Hennelly, but as usual Paul coerces him into telling the sad, awful truth. - Jean-Claude Van Damme, Brad Garrett, Chris FonsecaE127
Jean-Claude Van Damme, Brad Garrett, Chris Fonseca""Colin Dunner"" (Gerard), the lead dancer in the Broadway hit ""Riverdance"" promotes his new videotape ""Riverdancin' to the Oldies."" Also, Will Lee demonstrates how to play a guitar like a piano. - Norm MacDonald, Justine Bateman, Trace AdkinsE130
Norm MacDonald, Justine Bateman, Trace Adkins""How Many Guys in a Bunny Suit Can Get Into H&R Block?"" Only two, until both are kicked out. Right after the first commercial break, Biff then tries to get in wearing a dog suit and, despite being escorted by Bill DeLace, is also ejected. When all is said and done, Dave announces the tax company's new slogan: ""And stay out!"" - Charles Grodin, David Alan Grier, Matthew SweetE131
Charles Grodin, David Alan Grier, Matthew SweetIn a running gag that was started two nights before (in homage to something that appeared occasionally on Late Night), Zahshu, ""The World's Only Performing Goldfish,"" develops a severe case of stage fright. At the end of the show, he is removed from his fishbowl and is placed on top of a skateboard. - Kelsey Grammar, Jake Johannsen, Tracy ChapmanE133
Kelsey Grammar, Jake Johannsen, Tracy ChapmanChampion weightlifter Magnus Vermagnusson lifts various objects, including Mujibur and Sirajul; Dave comments on his upcoming 50th birthday; Zhushi ""The World's Only Performing Dog"" is the latest animal to stand on stage in lieu of attempting some sort of stunt. - Martin Mull, Alicia Witt, Mary J. BligeE134
Martin Mull, Alicia Witt, Mary J. BligeMarv Albert interviews accountants, then shows a blooper real along side it; Dave notices that Tony is holding cue cards with gloves on; ""Pat Farmer's Live-Action Political Cartoon"" takes a swipe at President Clinton. - Alec Baldwin, Joey Lauren Adams, Indigo GirlsE141
Alec Baldwin, Joey Lauren Adams, Indigo GirlsIt's ""Awards Night"" on the Late Show, as throughout the night Biff presents Gordie Howe with the Stanley Cup, Walter Payton with the Super Bowl Trophy, Bobby Allison with the Harley J. Earle Trophy, Kareem Abdul Jabbar with the Larry O'Brien Trophy, Alec Baldwin with the World Series Trophy, and Tony Mendez with the Best Cue Card Boy Trophy. Also, Alec announces on the in-theater PA system that he's a lesbian. - Roseanne, Justin Miller, Chuck BerryE143
Roseanne, Justin Miller, Chuck BerryIn honor of tonight's audience (all residents of St. Louis and its suburbs), the backdrop is altered to show the city's skyline; Dave shows live footage of the Mets/Cardinals game in progress at Shea Stadium; Roseanne arrives for her interview on a Clydesdale-driven sleigh. - John Goodman, Kathleen Quinlan, HansonE145
John Goodman, Kathleen Quinlan, Hanson""How Many Guys in Bunny Suits Can Get into a Fountain?"" Only about six, as the men in costume are thrown out of Central Park by the NYPD. After the first commercial break, John Goodman lunges into the fountain. Also, Hanson performs ""MmmBop."" - Mike Myers, Danny Aiello, Crossbows of DeathE146
Mike Myers, Danny Aiello, Crossbows of DeathTony Mendez does the Watusi; Biff announces that if Burt Lancaster were alive today, he would've had cream of mushroom soup and a tuna fish sandwich for lunch; stuntmen Ross and Elisa Hartzell shoot crossbow arrows at each other. - Ricki Lake, Kirby Puckett, Soul AsylumE148
Ricki Lake, Kirby Puckett, Soul AsylumWith tonight's audience being from the Twin Cities, Dave makes them feel at home by having a faux snow fall in the theater. Also, the Top Ten home office is temporarily relocated to nearby Edina, Minnesota (and is presented by Twins great Kirby Puckett), while Calvert takes a tour of Minneapolis. - Cybil Shepard, Darrell Hammond, Linda EderE149
Cybil Shepard, Darrell Hammond, Linda EderTonight, Dave promises to show things that have never been on television before, including Marv Albert dancing with a giant squirrel, a gay man kissing a lesbian, and Biff playing solitaire topless. Also, Grover Washington, Jr. sits in, while Dave and Rupert do another one of their hidden-mic gags. - Andy Garcia, George Foreman, Travis TrittE150
Andy Garcia, George Foreman, Travis TrittDancers from Riverdance make a return appearance on the show. Actually, they're staff writers Gerard Mulligan and Eric Kaplan, Leonard Tepper, and financial wiz/Dave buddy Jim Peterson. Soon after, Robin Williams walks in from Broadway in a similar toe-tappin' style. - David Hyde Pierce, Dana Delany, Spice GirlsE151
David Hyde Pierce, Dana Delany, Spice GirlsIn honor of Late Show's 800th episode, Dave introduces ""Where Are They Now?"" pieces describing the whereabouts of Bernie Kopell, Howie Mandel, Olivia Newton-John, and Bill Clinton. Also, the Spice Girls perform ""Who Do You Think You Are."" - Stupid Pet Tricks, Jeff Goldblum, Foo FightersE153
Stupid Pet Tricks, Jeff Goldblum, Foo FightersWith tonight's audience representing Denver, Colorado, Dave interrupts the monologue to introduce an audience guy who ends up proposing to his girlfriend. Later in the show, Jeff Goldblum gives the happy couple a blender. - Meg Ryan, Lance Henriksen, Mary Chapin-CarpenterE154
Meg Ryan, Lance Henriksen, Mary Chapin-CarpenterBiff brings out a Billy goat that supposedly won the Kentucky Derby last weekend; Dave leaves the show to play for the New York Yankees, then goes on a half-hearted tirade when he's cut by the team; ""Leonard Tepper's Mile-High Hidden Video"" observes unsuspecting tourists at the World Trade Center. - Barbara Walters, Ida Doggett, God's Property with Kirk FranklinE155
Barbara Walters, Ida Doggett, God's Property with Kirk FranklinAfter showing past clips of disastrous attempts at stuffing guys in rabbit outfits inside various locales, Dave announces that it's time to play ""How Many Sailors Can Get into a New York City Chicken Restaurant?"" With the nearby Ranch 1 offering their services, a whopping 68 sailors walk in without a problem. Also, Dave chats with Ida Doggett, 1997 world bed-making champion. - Elle MacPherson, Vince Vaughn, JewelE159
Elle MacPherson, Vince Vaughn, JewelRemote on the 14th Floor: Late Show staffers Eric Stangel, Matt Roberts, Bob Borden, Rodney Munoz, Christian Breheney, and Eric Kaplan relate their Prom Nightmares while eating in the coffee room, with dramatizations that include Rupert Jee and Richard Simmons. - Farrah Fawcett, John FogertyE163
Farrah Fawcett, John FogertyPromoting an upcoming TV special, Farrah Fawcett walks out in a boozy daze, complimenting Dave for the view of the skyline when it's really a backdrop, then crawls around and makes animal noises. At the end of the show, Dave thanks Farrah for ""almost being here tonight."" - John Travolta, Grant Hill, Sinead O'ConnorE168
John Travolta, Grant Hill, Sinead O'ConnorMailbag: ""Farrah Fawcett"" (Calvert) explains her behavior from last week. Also, Kenny ""The Quick-Witted Stagehand"" Sheehan makes his 1000th TV appearance, which is followed by footage of his (bogus) television debut on Ed Sullivan in 1964. - Matt Lauer, Ruthie Bolton-Holifield, Mighty Mighty BosstonesE171
Matt Lauer, Ruthie Bolton-Holifield, Mighty Mighty BosstonesDave gives an audience woman a ham just for being Polish; several members of the cast of Cats go inside FlashDancers; Alan Kalter promotes ""Late Show: The Game""; The Mighty Mighty Bosstones perform ""The Impression That I Get."" - Martin Lawrence, Robert Zemeckis, Sarah McLachlanE178
Martin Lawrence, Robert Zemeckis, Sarah McLachlanDave declares a guy named Jeff as ""Captain of the Audience,"" helping the host out with menial tasks such as helping present the Top Ten and keeping the audience awake. Also, film director Robert Zemeckis makes a rare television appearance, promoting his new movie Contact. - Jason Priestly, Patricia Richardson, The CicadasE180
Jason Priestly, Patricia Richardson, The CicadasDave gets two girls at a nearby cafe to help celebrate Canada Day with Canada Dry®, which gets delivered by a Mountie; to continue a running gag started the previous night, bowler Johnny Petraglia sits in; various staffers describe clips from America's Funniest Home Videos. - Tom Arnold, Mitchell Libonati, BlurE181
Tom Arnold, Mitchell Libonati, BlurDuring the ""Supermarket Finds"" segment, Dave takes a sample of something called ""White Fungus"" and spits it out; another bowling great (Marshall Holman) sits in with the band on tambourine; Dave chats with Mitchell Libonati, the man who found the piece of Evander Holyfield's ear that was chewed off in the infamous boxing match that previous weekend; Blur performs ""Song 2."" - Evander Holyfield, Lee Marek, Sarah Silverman
E182Evander Holyfield, Lee Marek, Sarah SilvermanDave talks about the a new unauthorized autobiography of Martha Stewart; tonight's guest bowler is Hall of Famer Carmen Salvino; Dave appears in a 50's-style cigarette ad; Evander Holyfield gives Dave his account of the incident that occurred in his fight last weekend with Mike Tyson. - Martin Short, Manny the Hippie, Fang FangE183
Martin Short, Manny the Hippie, Fang FangPro bowler Nelson Burton, Jr. sits in; during Mailbag, Tom Arnold bits his own ear off; Manny the Hippie resurfaces; for the second year in a row, Dave sends audience members from San Francisco to the Empire State Building to display the US flag. - Nathan Lane, Robey Morgan, Third Eye BlindE187
Nathan Lane, Robey Morgan, Third Eye BlindDave begins a month-long campaign to run into the ground his current favorite phrase: ""Something from the meat case, Linda?"" Also, Dave, Tony Randall, and a dozen or so triple-named child actors star in CBS' hot new situation comedy ""The Letterman Family."" - Kids Tell Jokes, Mario Andretti, John HiattE190
Kids Tell Jokes, Mario Andretti, John HiattIt's time once again for ""King of the Meats,"" the mano-a-mano kosher competition between Rupert of Hello Deli and Amando Vasquez of the nearby Stage Deli. Amando sweeps the three rounds, but Rupert goes home with the ladies. - John Turturro, Kathy Kinney, RadishE191
John Turturro, Kathy Kinney, RadishHarrison Ford reports from Hawaii; in the debut edition of ""Pointless Celebrity Cameo Theater,"" Calvert, Regis, and Tony Randall stand around like goons while the audience cheers them on; Radish (a band fronted by an early Ben Kweller) perform ""Little Pink Stars."" - Dan Rather, Kathy Griffin, k.d. LangE192
Dan Rather, Kathy Griffin, k.d. LangThe Harrison Ford World Tour (in which he's promoting The Devil's Own) makes a stop in Paris, France; Dave suggests the Paul legally change his name to ""Radu""; CBS anchorman/folkie at heart Dan Rather sings ""The Wabash Cannonball."" - Jennifer Anniston, Brian Regan, William H. MacyE194
Jennifer Anniston, Brian Regan, William H. MacyIt's so hot outside that Biff tries to start a fire on the sidewalk with a magnifying glass and a bundle of sticks, as members from New York's Fire Department stand by; Rupert and Leonard bother people per Dave's requests; Jennifer Aniston promotes Picture Perfect. - Ray Liotta, David Brenner, Natalie DesselleE200
Ray Liotta, David Brenner, Natalie DesselleDeliberately-obvious stunt doubles pose as Dave and Paul showing off their bike skills, while Dave carves a sculpture of Paul made from butter; a man claiming to be Garth Brooks is interrogated on ""The Biff Henderson Celebrity Telephone Interview.""
