Late Night with Conan O'Brien

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  • TV-14
  • 1993
  • 16 Seasons
  • 8.2  (18,887)

Late Night with Conan O'Brien was a late-night talk show that aired on NBC from 1993 to 2009, hosted by comedian Conan O'Brien. The show was known for its off-beat humor, original comedy skits, and memorable interviews. Andy Richter served as O'Brien's sidekick and announcer during the show's entire run. Richter and O'Brien had previously worked together on the sketch comedy series, The Kids in the Hall, where Richter served as a writer and performer. The two had great chemistry together, and their on-screen banter was a highlight of the show.

Each night, the show would open with O'Brien making his way from backstage to the host's desk, backed by the house band, The Max Weinberg 7. O'Brien's opening monologue would then commence, where he would riff on current events, pop culture, and anything else that he found amusing. O'Brien's wit and delivery were a big part of his appeal, and his monologues were often cited as one of the show's strongest segments.

The show was known for its skits and comedy bits, which often featured O'Brien and Richter performing in front of a live studio audience. These skits ranged from the absurd to the obscure, with recurring characters like the Masturbating Bear and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog becoming fan favorites. Other popular sketches included "If They Mated," where O'Brien and Richter looked at composite photos of famous couples to predict what their children would look like, and "In the Year 2000," a recurring segment that imagined what life would be like in the future.

One of the show's longest-running bits, however, was "Clutch Cargo," a recurring sketch where O'Brien's lips were superimposed onto animated footage taken from the 1959 TV series of the same name. The resulting effect was both hilarious and surreal, with O'Brien often delivering rapid-fire jokes and commentary over the animated footage.

While the show was known for its irreverent humor and absurdist sensibilities, it was also a platform for celebrity interviews. Many A-list celebrities sat down with O'Brien and Richter to discuss their latest projects, share personal anecdotes, and engage in playful banter. Some of the most memorable interviews over the years included Will Ferrell, who made numerous appearances as his character, "Ron Burgundy," and a particularly memorable interview with Tom Hanks, where the actor surprised the audience by starting his own dance party on set.

Late Night with Conan O'Brien was successful in its own right, but it is perhaps most notable for the cultural impact it had on late-night television. The show was a launching pad for numerous comedy writers and performers, including some of today's most celebrated comedians. In particular, The Daily Show's Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert both got their start on the show, working as writers and guest correspondents.

Overall, Late Night with Conan O'Brien was a unique and groundbreaking late-night talk show that left its mark on the comedy world. Its humor, creativity, and willingness to take risks helped to redefine the late-night format and paved the way for a new generation of comedians.

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25. Edward Norton, Chris "Ludacris" Bridges
October 17, 2008
Tonight's guests include Edward Norton and Chris "Ludacris" Bridges. Mike Birbiglia performs.
Josh Brolin, Shaun Ellis & Helen Jeffs, Nikka Costa
24. Josh Brolin, Shaun Ellis & Helen Jeffs, Nikka Costa
October 16, 2008
Tonight's guests include Josh Brolin and Shaun Ellis & Helen Jeffs. Nikka Costa performs.
Rob Corddry, Ray Lamontagne
23. Rob Corddry, Ray Lamontagne
October 15, 2008
Tonight's guests include Bill Murray and Rob Corddry. Ray LaMontagne performs.
Harry Connick Jr., Richard Lewis
22. Harry Connick Jr., Richard Lewis
October 14, 2008
Tonight's guests include Harry Connick Jr. and Richard Lewis. O.A.R. perform.
Christian Slater, Brian Posehn, Flobots
21. Christian Slater, Brian Posehn, Flobots
October 13, 2008
Tonight's guests include Christian Slater and Brian Posehn. Flobots perform.
LL Cool J, Oliver Stone, Dead Confederates
20. LL Cool J, Oliver Stone, Dead Confederates
October 10, 2008
Tonight's guests include LL Cool J and Oliver Stone. Dead Confederates perform.
Dennis Quaid, Lance Mackey, Sarah McLachlan
19. Dennis Quaid, Lance Mackey, Sarah McLachlan
October 9, 2008
Tonight's guests include Dennis Quaid and Lance Mackey. Sarah McLachlan performs.
Molly Shannon, Jason Ritter, Noah McCullough
18. Molly Shannon, Jason Ritter, Noah McCullough
October 8, 2008
Tonight's guests include Molly Shannon, Jason Ritter and Noah McCullough.
Russell Crowe, Alicia Keys, Death Cab For Cutie
17. Russell Crowe, Alicia Keys, Death Cab For Cutie
October 7, 2008
Tonight's guests include Russell Crowe and Alicia Keys. Death Cab For Cutie perform.
Felicity Huffman, Jason Sudeikis, Jenny Lewis
16. Felicity Huffman, Jason Sudeikis, Jenny Lewis
October 6, 2008
Tonight's guests include Felicity Huffman and Jason Sudeikis. Jenny Lewis performs.
Greg Kinnear, J.J. Abrams, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds
15. Greg Kinnear, J.J. Abrams, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds
October 3, 2008
Tonight's guests include Billy Bob Thornton and Aasif Mandvi. Kenny Shopsin performs.
Tom Arnold, Flavor Flav, Ben Folds
14. Tom Arnold, Flavor Flav, Ben Folds
October 2, 2008
Tonight's guests include Tom Arnold and Flavor Flav. Ben Folds performs.
Robin Wright-Penn, Louis CK, Department of Eagles
13. Robin Wright-Penn, Louis CK, Department of Eagles
October 1, 2008
Tonight's guests include Robin Wright-Penn and Louis C.K.. Department of Eagles perform.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Nate Bargatze
12. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Nate Bargatze
September 30, 2008
Tonight's guests include Ray Liotta and Marc Maron. Loudon Wainwright III performs.
Bill Maher, Simon Pegg, the Watson Twins
11. Bill Maher, Simon Pegg, the Watson Twins
September 29, 2008
Tonight's guests include Bill Maher and Simon Pegg. The Watson Twins perform.
Brooke Shields, Robert Reich, Amos Lee
10. Brooke Shields, Robert Reich, Amos Lee
September 26, 2008
Tonight's guests include Brooke Shields and Robert Reich. Amos Lee performs.
Julianne Moore, Zachary Levi, Jakob Dylan
9. Julianne Moore, Zachary Levi, Jakob Dylan
September 25, 2008
Tonight's guests include Julianne Moore and Zachary Levi. Jakob Dylan performs.
Jamie Pressly, Little Britain, Lenka
8. Jamie Pressly, Little Britain, Lenka
September 24, 2008
Tonight's guests include Jamie Pressly and Little Britain. Lenka Kripac performs.
Billy Bob Thornton, , Aasif Mandvi, Kenny Shopsin
7. Billy Bob Thornton, , Aasif Mandvi, Kenny Shopsin
September 23, 2008
Tonight's guests include Billy Bob Thornton and Aasif Mandvi. Kenny Shopsin performs.
Diane Lane, Patton Oswalt, Little Feat
6. Diane Lane, Patton Oswalt, Little Feat
September 22, 2008
Tonight's guests include Diane Lane and Patton Oswalt. Little Feat perform.
Ice-T, Dwayne Wade, Shane Mauss
5. Ice-T, Dwayne Wade, Shane Mauss
September 19, 2008
Tonight's guests include Ice-T and Dwayne Wade. Shane Mauss performs.
Anderson Cooper, Willie Nelson, Southside Johnny with La Bamba's Big Band
4. Anderson Cooper, Willie Nelson, Southside Johnny with La Bamba's Big Band
September 18, 2008
Tonight's guests include Anderson Cooper and Willie Nelson. Southside Johnny with La Bamba's Big Band perform.
Ray Liotta, Marc Maron, Loudon Wainwright III
3. Ray Liotta, Marc Maron, Loudon Wainwright III
September 17, 2008
Tonight's guests include Ray Liotta and Marc Maron. Loudon Wainwright III performs.
Martha Stewart, Harland Williams, Kasey Chambers & Shane Nicholson
2. Martha Stewart, Harland Williams, Kasey Chambers & Shane Nicholson
September 16, 2008
Tonight's guests include Martha Stewart and Harland Williams. Kasey Chambers & Shane Nicholson perform.
Samuel L. Jackson, Ricky Gervais, Marc Broussard
1. Samuel L. Jackson, Ricky Gervais, Marc Broussard
September 15, 2008
Tonight's guests include Samuel L. Jackson and Ricky Gervais. Marc Broussard performs.
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  • Premiere Date
    September 13, 1993
  • IMDB Rating
    8.2  (18,887)
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