
The Daily Show
Providing comedy/news in the tradition of TV Nation and SNL's Weekend Update, Comedy Central's Daily Show reports on the foibles and of the real world with a satirical edge. In addition to news stories, the Daily Show also has celebrities (and semi-celebrities) on for interviews with the host, Trevor Noah. Lampooning everything from televangelists to Charlton Heston ("I did not play a homo in Ben-Hur"), and shamelessly assigning faux-news epithets ("Newt Gingrich: Giant Toddler") Kilborn, Winstead, and the crew actually manage to report some real news from time to time.
- 1996-2026
- 31 seasons
- Comedy Central
- Comedy, News, Talk & Interview
- TV-14
Providing comedy/news in the tradition of TV Nation and SNL's Weekend Update, Comedy Central's Daily Show reports on the foibles and of the real world with a satirical edge. In addition to news stories, the Daily Show also has celebrities (and semi-celebrities) on for interviews with the host, Trevor Noah. Lampooning everything from televangelists to Charlton Heston ("I did not play a homo in Ben-Hur"), and shamelessly assigning faux-news epithets ("Newt Gingrich: Giant Toddler") Kilborn, Winstead, and the crew actually manage to report some real news from time to time.
Season 31 Episode Guide
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Episode 1
Mark Kelly
Mon, Jan 5, 2026
Sen. Kelly discusses military censure over illegal orders stance, Trump's ego, free speech attacks, Democratic leadership issues and need for Congress control with Jon Stewart.
Episode 2
Park Chan-wook
Tue, Jan 6, 2026
Korean director Park Chan-wook talks with Ronny Chieng about adapting "No Other Choice," a film about a fired employee targeting job rivals. He shares his 15-year journey making it and views on Korean cinema's capitalism critique.
Episode 3
Stephen J. Dubner
Wed, Jan 7, 2026
Freakonomics co-author Dubner discusses the book's 20th anniversary with Ronny Chieng, covering their data-driven storytelling approach, publisher interactions, and shares predictions about AI and legal timing for 2026.
Episode 4
Lucy Liu
Thu, Jan 8, 2026
Lucy Liu discusses "Rosemead," her film about a terminally ill mother and son, with Ronny Chieng. They explore mental health themes, her directing experience, career risks, and life documentation through roles. Simu Liu appears.
Episode 5
Jenin Younes
Mon, Jan 12, 2026
Civil liberties lawyer Jenin Younes discusses MAGA's Minneapolis ICE shooting narrative, Trump's shift from free speech advocate to censorship supporter, and ICE's targeting of sanctuary cities with Jon Stewart.
Episode 6
Joachim Trier
Tue, Jan 13, 2026
Episode 7
Langhorne Slim
Wed, Jan 14, 2026
Jordan Klepper hosts musician Langhorne Slim, who talks about his album "The Dreamin' Kind" and performs "Rock N Roll."
Episode 8
Wagner Moura
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
Jordan Klepper talks with Brazilian actor Wagner Moura about "The Secret Agent."
Episode 9
Artis Stevens
Tue, Jan 20, 2026
Trump receives a secondhand Nobel Peace Prize from Maria Corina Machado, then refocuses on taking Greenland. Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, joins Josh Johnson to talk about mentorship.
Episode 10
Simu Liu
Wed, Jan 21, 2026
Episode 11
Alexandria Stapleton
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
Josh Johnson reviews Trump's first-year performance on campaign promises about jobs, wealth, healthcare, and free speech. Emmy winner Alexandria Stapleton discusses directing the Netflix docuseries "Sean Combs: The Reckoning".
Episode 12
Jason Rezaian
Mon, Jan 26, 2026
Jon Stewart examines Trump officials' responses following a second Minnesota ICE protester's death by federal agents. Washington Post's Jason Rezaian joins to discuss deadly protests against Iran's regime.
Episode 13
Michael Urie
Tue, Jan 27, 2026
Desi Lydic examines the Trump administration's Minnesota immigration crackdown backlash. Troy Iwata suggests a new look for demoted Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino. Emmy nominee Michael Urie discusses "Shrinking" with Desi.
Episode 14
Mikie Sherrill
Wed, Jan 28, 2026
Desi Lydic examines Trump cabinet finger-pointing over the Minnesota shooting response. Nicki Minaj emerges as an unexpected MAGA voice. Gov. Mikie Sherrill appears as guest.
Episode 15
Katherine LaNasa
Thu, Jan 29, 2026
Democrats voice anger at Trump's immigration policies. Desi Lydic explores Melania's world before her documentary. Actress Katherine LaNasa appears as guest.
Episode 16
Heather Ann Thompson
Mon, Feb 2, 2026
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Heather Ann Thompson joins Jon Stewart to talk about her new book on the Reagan era, the Bernie Goetz shootings, and the resurgence of white rage.
Episode 17
Paul Rosolie
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
Jordan Klepper reviews the Melania documentary. Amazon conservationist, filmmaker, and author Paul Rosolie discusses his book "Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World" with Michael.
Episode 18
Ms. Pat
Wed, Feb 4, 2026
Michael Kosta talks with comedian and actor Ms. Pat about her BET+ series "The Ms. Pat Show."
Episode 19
Jon Shenk & Marcus Capone
Thu, Feb 5, 2026
Michael talks with director Jon Shenk and ex-Navy SEAL Marcus Capone about Capone's trauma healing through experimental psychedelic treatment in Mexico, featured in the Netflix documentary "In Waves and War".
Episode 20
Andy Beshear
Mon, Feb 9, 2026
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, host of "Andy Beshear Podcast" on Sirius XM, talks about Trump's presidency impact on Kentuckians: tariffs stopping jobs and raising costs, Big Beautiful Bills damaging rural healthcare.
Episode 21
Tim Blake Nelson
Tue, Feb 10, 2026
Tim Blake Nelson, actor, filmmaker, and author of "Superhero," discusses his entertainment career with Jordan Klepper.
Episode 22
Andrew Jarecki
Wed, Feb 11, 2026
Award-winning filmmaker Andrew Jarecki joins Jordan to talk about his Oscar-nominated documentary "The Alabama Solution."
Episode 23
Jacob Frey
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks with Jordan Klepper after Border Czar Tom Homan announces ICE agents will be pulled from the city.
Episode 24
A. Mechele Dickerson
Mon, Feb 23, 2026
Episode 25
Padma Lakshmi
Tue, Feb 24, 2026
Episode 26
Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price
Wed, Feb 25, 2026
Episode 27
Christa Miller
Thu, Feb 26, 2026
Desi Lydic talks with actor Christa Miller about the Apple TV series "Shrinking."
Episode 28
Jafar Panahi
Mon, Mar 2, 2026
Jafar Panahi and Sheida Dayani talk with Jon Stewart about Oscar-nominated film "It Was Just An Accident," his 20-year Iran filmmaking ban, socially engaged cinema, humanity vs. authoritarianism and returning to Iran despite censorship.
Episode 29
Geeta Gandbhir
Tue, Mar 3, 2026
Filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir discusses her Oscar-nominated documentaries with Michael: "The Perfect Neighbor" examines body camera footage and "stand your ground" laws' racial bias; "The Devil Is Busy" explores faith and reproductive rights.
Episode 30
Erika Alexander
Wed, Mar 4, 2026
Erika Alexander discusses her NBC mockumentary "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," how 90s Hollywood discrimination post-"Living Single" drove her to launch Color Farm Media, and her advice to Black actors: be authentic and work hard.
Episode 31
Mychal Threets
Thu, Mar 5, 2026
Mychal Threets, librarian and new "Reading Rainbow" host, joins Michael to discuss his book "I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy," sharing how libraries saved his life and helped his mental health journey.
Episode 32
Matt Mahan
Mon, Mar 16, 2026
Jon Stewart interviews Mayor Matt Mahan on his California gubernatorial run. Topics include tackling homelessness, crime, housing, AI regulation balancing innovation with privacy protection, and applying lessons from teaching and tech.
Episode 33
George Saunders
Tue, Mar 17, 2026
George Saunders discusses his novel "Vigil" with Jordan Klepper, exploring a character rationalizing terrible choices, accountability as grace, Minneapolis protesters' response to ICE, and finding light amid global cruelty and chaos.
Episode 34
Steve Zahn
Wed, Mar 18, 2026
Steve Zahn joins Jordan Klepper to discuss "She Dances," his roles as producer, co-writer, and actor. He shares how his dance dad experience shaped this grief-themed comedy, casting his daughter, and reuniting with Ethan Hawke.
Episode 35
Rebecca Traister
Thu, Mar 19, 2026
Rebecca Traister discusses her book "Angry Girls Will Get Us Through" with Jordan, exploring how anger unites people and drives social change through untold stories of women, girls, and nonbinary individuals who shaped American history.
Episode 36
Jake Sullivan
Mon, Mar 23, 2026
Jake Sullivan, ex-National Security Advisor and Harvard professor, discusses with Jon Stewart the Iran conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and nuclear talks. He analyzes Trump's Iran approach and recalls Obama-era secret negotiations.
Episode 37
Sterling K. Brown
Tue, Mar 24, 2026
Josh Johnson talks with actor and executive producer Sterling K. Brown about the Hulu series "Paradise."
Episode 38
The Kid Mero
Wed, Mar 25, 2026
Josh Johnson hosts The Kid Mero from Hot 97's Mornings with Mero.
Episode 39
Eiza González
Thu, Mar 26, 2026
Host Josh Johnson sits down with Eiza González to discuss her latest film.
Episode 40
Cindy Cohn
Mon, Mar 30, 2026
Jon Stewart interviews Cindy Cohn, Electronic Frontier Foundation executive director, about her memoir "Privacy's Defender: My Thirty-Year Fight Against Digital Surveillance."
Episode 41
Julio Torres
Tue, Mar 31, 2026
Desi Lydic interviews comedian and filmmaker Julio Torres about "Color Theories."
Episode 42
Mary Claire Haver
Wed, Apr 1, 2026
Desi Lydic speaks with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, board-certified OB/GYN and author of "The New Perimenopause."
Episode 43
Aziz Abu Sarah & Maoz Inon
Mon, Apr 13, 2026
Jon Stewart hosts Aziz Abu Sarah and Moaz Inon, co-CEOs of InterAct International and co-authors of "The Future is Peace: A Shared Journey Across the Holy Land."
Episode 44
Bao Nguyen
Tue, Apr 14, 2026
Ronny Chieng speaks with filmmaker Bao Nguyen about the Netflix documentary "BTS: The Return."
Episode 45
Zoe Lister-Jones
Wed, Apr 15, 2026
Ronny Chieng interviews Zoe Lister-Jones about the Peacock series "The Miniature Wife."
Episode 46
Lee Sung Jin
Thu, Apr 16, 2026
Ronny Chieng interviews Lee Sun Jin, creator, executive producer, writer and director of Netflix's "Beef."
Episode 47
Annalena Baerbock
Mon, Apr 20, 2026
Jon Stewart interviews Annalena Baerbock, president of the UN General Assembly.
Episode 48
Noah Wyle
Tue, Apr 21, 2026
Episode 49
Maria Sharapova
Wed, Apr 22, 2026
Episode 50
Ben McKenzie
Thu, Apr 23, 2026
Michael Kosta talks with actor, director and author Ben McKenzie about his documentary "Everyone Is Lying to You for Money."
Episode 51
Jodi Kantor
Mon, Apr 27, 2026
Jon Stewart interviews New York Times investigative reporter and author Jodi Kantor about her book "How to Start: Discovering Your Life's Work."
Episode 52
Gaten Matarazzo
Tue, Apr 28, 2026
Josh Johnson interviews actor-producer Gaten Matarazzo about the Hulu film "Pizza Movie."
Episode 53
Ali Siddiq
Wed, Apr 29, 2026
Josh Johnson hosts Ali Siddiq, who discusses his "Custom Fit" tour and "My Two Sons" comedy special.
Episode 54
RZA
Thu, Apr 30, 2026
Host Josh Johnson interviews rapper, writer, and director RZA about his film "One Spoon of Chocolate."
Episode 55
Sherrilyn Ifill
Mon, May 4, 2026
Jon Stewart hosts civil rights attorney Sherrilyn Ifill, founding director of Howard University's 14th Amendment Center for Law and Democracy.
Episode 56
Paul W. Downs
Tue, May 5, 2026
Desi Lydic interviews Paul W. Downs, co-creator, co-showrunner, director and actor of HBO Max's "Hacks."
Episode 57
Marla Mindelle
Wed, May 6, 2026
Host Desi Lydic talks with Marla Mindelle, actor, writer and co-creator of Broadway musical "Titaníque."
Episode 58
Adam Scott
Thu, May 7, 2026
Host Desi Lydic welcomes actor Adam Scott to discuss his film "Hokum."
Episode 59
Josh Tyrangiel
Mon, May 11, 2026
Jon Stewart interviews Josh Tyrangiel, Atlantic writer and author of "AI for Good."
Episode 60
Paul Dano
Tue, May 12, 2026
Jordan Klepper talks with Paul Dano about his film "The Wizard of the Kremlin."
Episode 61
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Wed, May 13, 2026
Jordan Klepper interviews astrophysicist and author Neil deGrasse Tyson about his book "Take Me to Your Leader."
Episode 62
Boots Riley
Thu, May 14, 2026
Jordan Klepper talks with writer, director and producer Boots Riley about his film "I Love Boosters."
Episode 63
Soumaya Keynes & Chad P. Bown
Mon, May 18, 2026
Jon Stewart hosts Soumaya Keynes and Chad P. Bown discussing their book "How to Win a Trade War: An Optimistic Guide to an Anxious Global Economy."
Episode 64
Brendan Fraser
Tue, May 19, 2026
Trump taps Todd Blanche as acting AG amid reports his $1.8B IRS deal could fund Jan 6 defendants. He allegedly boosts his stocks by praising companies he's invested in, and Ronny Chieng breaks down the corruption.
Episode 65
Jonnie Park AKA Dumbfoundead
Wed, May 20, 2026
Ronny Chieng covers Trump's flawed Iran strategy, his retaliation against Rep. Massie over Epstein files, and Louisiana's governor courting Greenlanders with cookies.
Episode 66
'Weird Al' Yankovic
Thu, May 21, 2026
Trump's $1.8B slush fund for allies is here: Proud Boys, MyPillow guy, George Santos, even the lectern guy are lining up. DOJ says it fits, and Ronny Chieng calculates what eligible Americans would actually receive.
Episode 67
Jason Bateman
Mon, Jun 1, 2026
Trump claims a peace deal with Iran is imminent, but has said this for months. Jon Stewart examines Trump's negotiating record despite his self-proclaimed expertise, arguing his "Art of the Deal" is just trolling.
Episode 68
Thomas Mather
Tue, Jun 2, 2026
Michael Kosta interviews Tick biologist (medical entomologist) Thomas Mather. They discuss Tick biology, identification, dangers and safety tips in a humorous manner.
Episode 69
Chase Infiniti
Wed, Jun 3, 2026
Michael Kosta covers CA and NJ primaries: Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral run gets reality-TV treatment, CA eyes first Latino governor since 1875, and NJ's Tom Kean stays notably absent.
Episode 70
Beth Stern
Thu, Jun 4, 2026
Michael Kosta mocks Trump's questionable new hires, from a Pentagon staffer linked to Jan 6 to intel chief Bill Pulte with no intel experience. Plus: Knicks fans go "zombie" after Game 1, and Trump's odd 250th birthday plans.
Episode 71
Jane Fonda
Mon, Jun 8, 2026
Elmo goes viral staying neutral on NBA Finals, Trump storms out of an interview, and Jon Stewart questions media's tolerance of Trump's behavior. Jane Fonda discusses her legacy.
Episode 72
Laverne Cox
Tue, Jun 9, 2026
The Knicks lose Game 3 while Trump naps and ignores Spencer Pratt's struggling mayoral race. Trump cries fraud, but Troy Iwata explains L.A.'s slow vote counting is normal.
Episode 73
Nina Dobrev
Wed, Jun 10, 2026
Melania promotes AI with robotic delivery, U.S.-Iran tensions escalate, and Desi Lydic questions when Trump will prioritize ending the war over UFC coins.
Episode 74
Chris Evert & Martina Navratilova
Thu, Jun 11, 2026
Desi Lydic celebrates the Knicks' Game 4 comeback while Trump plans an extravagant 80th birthday with UFC fights and elaborate White House festivities.
Episode 75
Raphael Warnock
Mon, Jun 15, 2026
Trump's Iran deal returns to square one, Fox News attacks Mayor Mamdani over Knicks celebrations, and Jon Stewart examines Republicans exploiting the Knicks-UFC conflict.
Episode 76
Britt Lower
Tue, Jun 16, 2026
The president showed up at the G7 summit more focused on gifts and promoting his Iran peace deal than the signing ceremony, which he intended to skip for dinner at his Versailles-inspired venue.
Episode 77
John Early
Wed, Jun 17, 2026
Jordan Klepper explores JD Vance's awkward book tour, Scottish fans draining Boston's bars, and Trump blaming Obama for his failed Iran deal.
Episode 78
Johnny Knoxville
Thu, Jun 18, 2026
Jordan Klepper examines Trump's "peace deal" that enriches Iran by $400 billion, his flip on Iranian missiles, and conservatives criticizing the war's poor outcomes.
Episode 79
Maggie Haberman & Jonathan Swan
Mon, Jun 22, 2026
Jon Stewart explores Trump's talent for ruining things, from paying a crony $1.7M to clean the D.C. pool—turning it Mountain Dew green—to waging war on Iran to stop its nukes, then making a deal that lets Iran keep both nukes and billions.
Episode 80
Lou Diamond Phillips
Tue, Jun 23, 2026
Josh Johnson covers Scotland's Miami World Cup takeover, D.C.'s bright green pool, Trump's security push, and whether it's karma for trashing Obama's pool fix. Michael Kosta dreams of drinking it.
Episode 81
Jay Pharoah
Wed, Jun 24, 2026
Josh Johnson covers World Cup visitors' ranch dressing obsession, Zohran Mamdani's "kingmaker" status after NY primary endorsements, and Trump's victory lap for MAGA rapper Anthony Constantino.
Episode 82
Ann M. Martin
Tue, Jul 7, 2026
Author Ann M. Martin and superfan Ronny discuss the 40th anniversary of "The Baby-sitters Club" and the new Fan Edition book. Ronny recalls his sister reading to him and asks lingering questions.
Episode 83
Aftab Pureval
Wed, Jul 8, 2026
Ronny Chieng dives into Trump's appearance at the NATO summit "love-fest," where he picked new fights with Spain and Denmark, converted Japan into an Islamic Republic, and bemoaned his on-again, off-again ceasefire with Iran.
Episode 84
Aaron Chen
Thu, Jul 9, 2026
Ronny Chieng dives into Trump having to put his pre-owned, Qatar-gifted Air Force One in the shop due to security concerns, and Graham Platner drops out of the Maine Senate race in disgrace but still wants a say in his replacement.
Episode 85
Christopher Nolan
Mon, Jul 13, 2026
Jon Stewart talks about the aging Congress and the passing of Lindsey Graham. Interview with Director Christopher Nolan.
Episode 86
Beth Kobliner
Tue, Jul 14, 2026
Michael Kosta dives into Trump's busy schedule: hosting an IndyCar event, providing a totally legit medical explanation for how part of Lindsey Graham "blew up," and reigniting the war in Iran over tolls for the Strait of Hormuz.
Episode 87
Molly Shannon
Wed, Jul 15, 2026
An explosive diarrhea parasite called cyclospora sweeps the nation and debuts on TikTok, Taco Bell signals responsibility, America's Iran War budget triples, and Michael Kosta links forever wars to forever diarrhea.
Episode 88
Jake Johnson
Thu, Jul 16, 2026
Host Michael Kosta presents The Worst Wing: JD Vance, Pete Hegseth. Sports Wars with Desi Lydic. Interview: Jake Johnson.
Episode 89
Ben Wikler
Mon, Jul 20, 2026
John Stewart reports on Cancles Muldoon and the World Cup. Iran conflict. FDA. MERITOCRACY. Interview with Ben Winkler.
Episode 90
Megan Rapinoe
Tue, Jul 21, 2026
WC, tariffs on Canada, voter suppression vs. Olive Garden. Josh Jonson segment on Stargate. Interview with Megan Rapinoe.
Episode 91
Elliot Page
Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Episode 92
Karolina Wydra
Thu, Jul 23, 2026
Episode 93
Kaitlan Collins
Mon, Jul 27, 2026
President Trump correspondent's dinner. Interview with Kaitlan Collins.
Episode 94
Jeff Hiller
Tue, Jul 28, 2026
Episode 95
Twin Temple
Wed, Jul 29, 2026
Eulogy of Senator Graham, Troy Iawta reporting from the pearly gates, urm, golden gates. Trump The Pedler. Interview with Twin Temple.
Episode 96
Theo Baker
Thu, Jul 30, 2026
Headlines: COVID, Dr. Fauci. The Greatest American. Interview with Theo Baker.
Episode 97
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Tue, Sep 8, 2026
Episode 98
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Wed, Sep 9, 2026
Episode 99
Episode #31.99
Thu, Sep 10, 2026