The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is back tonight, ending its holiday hiatus. Fans will be even happier to know the show has big things planned for the week.
Stephen Colbert signed off just before Christmas. He had spent the final few days of 2024 mocking "President" Elon Musk and still trying to wrap his head around some of President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks.
A refreshed and recharged Colbert opens up the Ed Sullivan Theater tonight for a brand-new episode. It comes on January 6, giving the late-night TV host a chance to acknowledge the anniversary of the 2021 insurrection.
To do that, Colbert welcomes former Illinois congressman Adam Kinzinger to the show. Kinzinger was a member of the January 6 committee in the House. Expect the two to discuss what's happened (or hasn't) since that infamous day, the incoming Trump administration, and more.
Then, old Late Show friend Jon Batiste is back in the building. Batiste has been nothing but busy since leaving the show, so there's a lot to catch up on. That includes Batiste's two Grammy nominations for 2024.
Who else is on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert this week?
Monday is just the beginning of what should be an exciting week on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The rest of the week features an impressive guest list.
Tuesday, actress Tilda Swinton stops by the show. Expect that she'll discuss her work in the 2024 films The End and The Room Next Door. Then, actress Isabella Rossellini visits The Late Show. She was part of the Conclave cast, helping the film pick up a Golden Globe nomination for best film.
Alan Cumming serves as the first guest on Wednesday. He's getting ready to host season 3 of the reality series The Traitors. Diane Morgan follows to discuss her new mockumentary special Cunk on Life.
Stephen Colbert closes out his week on Thursday by talking to Ben Stiller. The actor/writer/director will promote season 2 of his Apple TV+ series Severance. The 95-year-old remains very busy, starring in Thelma earlier this year. She also recently wrapped filming on Eleanor the Great, the directorial debut from Scarlett Johansson.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert airs at 11:35 p.m. ET on CBS. Content is also available on Paramount+.