From the moment that Bill Maher first rose to fame, it has never seemed like he has been afraid to keep observers guessing. Some recent examples of that include the fact that nobody expected Maher to compare Taylor Swift to Donald Trump. Similarly, it was recently shocking when Maher expressed a desire to have his former political foil appear on his popular podcast.
Just like the fact that Maher's public comments often catch observers by surprise, episodes of Real Time with Bill Maher often garner headlines for shocking viewers. However, there are some facts about the HBO show that won't surprise anyone who reads this article. That is because this article reveals when fans can watch tonight's Real Time with Bill Maher episode and who will be joining the show's host.
Everything to know about Real Time with Bill Maher's season 23 finale airing tonight
On Jan. 17, 2025, the 23rd season of HBO's flagship talk show, Real Time with Bill Maher, began airing. Throughout the rest of 2025, the show has mostly aired weekly, which has led to the 35th and final episode of the season premiering tonight, Friday, Nov. 21. Real Time with Bill Maher season 23's season finale will air on HBO from 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT. The finale episode will also be available to stream on HBO Max.
After finding out when to watch, Real Time with Bill Maher fans will also want to know what to expect from the landmark season. Of course, guests can pull out or be canceled at the last minute. However. assuming nothing like that will happen, an HBO press release revealed that the finale episode will feature a one-on-one interview featuring Maher and Mel Robbins. The finale will also include a panel discussion that will bring Michael "Killer Mike" Render and Donna Brazile onstage.
Maher's interview guest is the host of the self-titled "The Mel Robbins Podcast," and author of the bestselling book, “The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About.” One of the episode's panelists, "Killer Mike", is one-half of the rap duo Run the Jewels and host of the “Conversations with Killer Mike” podcast. Maher will also be welcoming Donna Brazile to the panel, who is a longtime ABC News contributor and a well-known political strategist.
As always, Maher and his guests will come together to discuss the biggest new stories of the week. Given the fascinating list of guests and Maher's often unpredictable political takes, it will be fascinating to see the perspectives that will be on display while discussing a tumultuous week in the news. Between the passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Donald Trump's striking comments to two female reporters, and more, there is ample fodder for difficult and compelling conversations during the finale.
Real Time with Bill Maher season 23 will wrap up on Friday, Nov. 21 at 10/9c on HBO.