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Edited into
The Hamster Factor and Other Tales of Twelve Monkeys (1996)
(Video)
Comedian (2002)
Spun-off from
Late Night with David Letterman (1982)
(TV Series)
Referenced in
Over the Top: Simon, We Hardly Knew Ye
(TV Episode)
Hadley says she almost got Simon a guest spot on Letterman
Hadley says she almost got Simon a guest spot on Letterman
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Alien from L.A. (1993)
(TV Episode)
"Hi Dave"
"Hi Dave"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Beginning of the End (1993)
(TV Episode)
One of the late-night talk shows Tom says he would like to perform his stand-up act for
One of the late-night talk shows Tom says he would like to perform his stand-up act for
The Simpsons: The Last Temptation of Homer (1993)
(TV Episode)
This episode's couch gag sees the Simpsons sitting down as guests on this chat show.
This episode's couch gag sees the Simpsons sitting down as guests on this chat show.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Outlaw (1993)
(TV Episode)
"Let's watch Letterman!"
"Let's watch Letterman!"
Grumpy Old Men (1993)
Jacob asks Max if he wants to watch "Leno or Letterman."
Jacob asks Max if he wants to watch "Leno or Letterman."
Sex Trek IV: The Next Orgasm (1994)
(Video)
Crewmembers reference Madonna making a fool of herself on the Letterman show
Crewmembers reference Madonna making a fool of herself on the Letterman show
What Happened Was... (1994)
The Nanny: The Family Plumbing (1994)
(TV Episode)
Tiffany says to Irving, "I want to make it home before Letterman".
Tiffany says to Irving, "I want to make it home before Letterman".
Seinfeld: The Marine Biologist (1994)
(TV Episode)
mentioned that Jerry was on this show
mentioned that Jerry was on this show
Beavis and Butt-Head: Late Night with Butt-head (1994)
(TV Episode)
Beavis and Butt-head watch David Letterman's Top 10 List.
Beavis and Butt-head watch David Letterman's Top 10 List.
The Simpsons: The Boy Who Knew Too Much (1994)
(TV Episode)
The opening couch gag sees The Simpsons sat on a couch being interviewed on this show.
The opening couch gag sees The Simpsons sat on a couch being interviewed on this show.
The Critic: L.A. Jay (1994)
(TV Episode)
Jay Leno says his guests are the same people who were on Letterman the night before
Jay Leno says his guests are the same people who were on Letterman the night before
Animaniacs: We're No Pigeons/Whistle Stop Mindy/Katie Ka-Boom: The Broken Date (1994)
(TV Episode)
In his narration of the "We're No Pigeons" segment, Squit refers to "wise guys who've never even seen the light of day," and Arsenio Hall, Jay Leno, and David Letterman are then seen walking down a street.
In his narration of the "We're No Pigeons" segment, Squit refers to "wise guys who've never even seen the light of day," and Arsenio Hall, Jay Leno, and David Letterman are then seen walking down a street.
The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror V (1994)
(TV Episode)
Homer announces himself like hes on the show.
Homer announces himself like hes on the show.
The Simpsons: Homer Badman (1994)
(TV Episode)
Homer watches David Letterman's Top Ten list.
Homer watches David Letterman's Top Ten list.
Get Smart: Shoot Up the Charts (1995)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by 66
Mentioned by 66
The 67th Annual Academy Awards (1995)
(TV Special)
The Simpsons: Two Dozen and One Greyhounds (1995)
(TV Episode)
The Simpsons name two of the puppies "Dave" and "Paul" - a reference to David Letterman and Paul Schaefer of "The Late Show."
The Simpsons name two of the puppies "Dave" and "Paul" - a reference to David Letterman and Paul Schaefer of "The Late Show."
Frasier: The Innkeepers (1995)
(TV Episode)
Roz mentions her typical day is she being home right for Letterman
Roz mentions her typical day is she being home right for Letterman
The Simpsons: Radioactive Man (1995)
(TV Episode)
Homer flips past "The Late Show with David Letterman" while changing channels.
Homer flips past "The Late Show with David Letterman" while changing channels.
Copycat (1995)
"Wanna watch Letterman with me?"
"Wanna watch Letterman with me?"
The Nanny: Oy to the World (1995)
(TV Episode)
Fran talks about getting a talking Chester on the show.
Fran talks about getting a talking Chester on the show.
The Weinerville New Year's Special: Lost in the Big Apple (1996)
(TV Movie)
Cocktail Frank mentions Paul Shaffer's involvement on this show.
Cocktail Frank mentions Paul Shaffer's involvement on this show.
Caught (1996)
The Nanny: Val's Boyfriend (1996)
(TV Episode)
Niles mentions watching a late night talk show with Letterman.
Niles mentions watching a late night talk show with Letterman.
The Late Shift (1996)
(TV Movie)
A Weekend in the Country (1996)
(TV Movie)
Independence Day (1996)
When talking about snow boarding
When talking about snow boarding
The Nanny: The Taxman Cometh (1996)
(TV Episode)
Gracie says that Niles taped David Letterman.
Gracie says that Niles taped David Letterman.
Selena (1997)
Mentioned by a publicist as a TV show Selena is being scheduled to appear on
Mentioned by a publicist as a TV show Selena is being scheduled to appear on
The Nanny: No Muse Is Good Muse (1997)
(TV Episode)
Jayne Meadows mentions that she just appeared on his show.
Jayne Meadows mentions that she just appeared on his show.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Prince of Space (1997)
(TV Episode)
Mike: I stayed up and watched Letterman last night.
Mike: I stayed up and watched Letterman last night.
Caroline in the City: Caroline and the Sandwich (1998)
(TV Episode)
Jo Anne Worley tells Caroline that Letterman is interested in having them both on his show... if they wrestle.
Jo Anne Worley tells Caroline that Letterman is interested in having them both on his show... if they wrestle.
2nd Annual Mystery Science Theater 3000 Summer Blockbuster Review (1998)
(TV Short)
Servo: (about Drew Barrymore) ...and flashed her yummies to late night talk show hosts.
Servo: (about Drew Barrymore) ...and flashed her yummies to late night talk show hosts.
Little Voice (1998)
Lost & Found (1999)
NewsRadio: Retirement (1999)
(TV Episode)
Jimmy's retirement party is done as the pre-show for the David Letterman show
Jimmy's retirement party is done as the pre-show for the David Letterman show
Mary and Rhoda (2000)
(TV Movie)
Explicit reference in dialogue
Explicit reference in dialogue
Saturday Night Live: Dana Carvey/The Wallflowers (2000)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned during Weekend update
Mentioned during Weekend update
Kissing Jessica Stein (2001)
Dinner for Five: Episode #1.1 (2001)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Jon Favreau, Joey Lauren Adams, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Kevin James.
Mentioned by Jon Favreau, Joey Lauren Adams, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Kevin James.
America's Sweethearts (2001)
"You got upset when Letterman didn't air your show due to the Gulf War."
"You got upset when Letterman didn't air your show due to the Gulf War."
50 Years of NBC Late Night (2001)
(TV Movie)
Saturday Night Live: Jonny Moseley/Outkast (2002)
(TV Episode)
Referenced on Weekend Update
Referenced on Weekend Update
Saturday Night Live: Jon Stewart/India.Arie (2002)
(TV Episode)
Referenced in cold opening, the monologue and Newcaster party
Referenced in cold opening, the monologue and Newcaster party
Home Room (2002)
The character says it has to be Leno, not Letterman or newsline
The character says it has to be Leno, not Letterman or newsline
Frasier: Moons Over Seattle (2002)
(TV Episode)
Roz hears Letterman interviewing Sting on Martin's TV while she and Frasier are having sex.
Roz hears Letterman interviewing Sting on Martin's TV while she and Frasier are having sex.
TV's Most Censored Moments (2002)
(TV Special)
Uncensored Comedy: That's Not Funny! (2003)
(TV Movie)
the show is mentioned and stills are shown
the show is mentioned and stills are shown
The Woodsman (2004)
Sgt. Lucas mentions the Late Show with David Letterman in one of the stories he tells Walter.
Sgt. Lucas mentions the Late Show with David Letterman in one of the stories he tells Walter.
High Chaparall: Lorenzo Lamas (2004)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by name
Mentioned by name
The West Wing: No Exit (2004)
(TV Episode)
Donna mentions the show during a conversation with C.J.
Donna mentions the show during a conversation with C.J.
Entourage: Talk Show (2004)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Wimbledon (2004)
Dialog when Ron Roth uses his mobile phone at the end of the movie
Dialog when Ron Roth uses his mobile phone at the end of the movie
The Incredibles (2004)
Syndrome has a gap in his front teeth, like Letterman
Syndrome has a gap in his front teeth, like Letterman
Saturday Night Live: Luke Wilson/U2 (2004)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned during Trainwreck Awards
Mentioned during Trainwreck Awards
Het glazen huis: Beslissingen (2004)
(TV Episode)
referenced by Nora
referenced by Nora
Color Me Kubrick (2005)
the "David Letterman Show" is mentioned
the "David Letterman Show" is mentioned
The Gingerdead Man (2005)
Mentioned in a line of dialogue.
Mentioned in a line of dialogue.
World Domination: The 'Family Guy' Phenomenon (2005)
(Video)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World (2005)
someone says the phrase "Stupid Pet Tricks" and Albert comments on how someone (Letterman) already uses that phrase
someone says the phrase "Stupid Pet Tricks" and Albert comments on how someone (Letterman) already uses that phrase
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 2 February 2006 (2006)
(TV Episode)
O'reilly's last Letterman apperance is referenced.
O'reilly's last Letterman apperance is referenced.
Howard Stern on Demand: Howard's Press Tour (2006)
(TV Episode)
Howard appears on the show
Howard appears on the show
The Simpsons: Homer Simpson, This Is Your Wife (2006)
(TV Episode)
What Homer wakes up to after falling asleep during CSI Miami
What Homer wakes up to after falling asleep during CSI Miami
The West Wing: Welcome to Wherever You Are (2006)
(TV Episode)
Donna mentions the show.
Donna mentions the show.
Howard Stern on Demand: Artie Gambles/Sandra Bernhard (2006)
(TV Episode)
Sandra Bernhard says Letterman won't let her on the show
Sandra Bernhard says Letterman won't let her on the show
Taint of Greatness: The Journey of Beavis and Butt-Head, Part 2 (2006)
(Video)
Mike compares Letterman on this show to Beavis & Butthead.
Mike compares Letterman on this show to Beavis & Butthead.
Love Monkey: The One That Got Away (2006)
(TV Episode)
Tom is obsessed with getting one of his acts on the show. He even meets up with Paul Shaffer and asks him for help.
Tom is obsessed with getting one of his acts on the show. He even meets up with Paul Shaffer and asks him for help.
Close to Home: David and Goliath (2006)
(TV Episode)
When asked for his alibi, Kyle Cantrell says, that he watched part of the show, caught the top 10 list and went to sleep...
When asked for his alibi, Kyle Cantrell says, that he watched part of the show, caught the top 10 list and went to sleep...
Saturday Night Live: Julia Louis-Dreyfus/Paul Simon (2006)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned on Weekend Update
Mentioned on Weekend Update
Jeopardy!: Episode #22.194 (2006)
(TV Episode)
referenced in clue in "Daves of Our Lives" category
referenced in clue in "Daves of Our Lives" category
Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: Pilot (2006)
(TV Episode)
Wilson says Jordan's tenure at NBC included seeing "to it that Jay Leno spanked David Letterman on a regular basis".
Wilson says Jordan's tenure at NBC included seeing "to it that Jay Leno spanked David Letterman on a regular basis".
Bottoms Up (2006)
(Video)
newspaper article mentions an actress talking on Letterman
newspaper article mentions an actress talking on Letterman
Dexter: Crocodile (2006)
(TV Episode)
Dexter muses, "I can kill a man, dismember his body, and be home in time for Letterman, but knowing what to say when my girlfriend's feeling insecure, I'm totally lost."
Dexter muses, "I can kill a man, dismember his body, and be home in time for Letterman, but knowing what to say when my girlfriend's feeling insecure, I'm totally lost."
Game K N B: Episode dated 12 October 2006 (2006)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in the question.
mentioned in the question.
Man of the Year (2006)
comment about Americans getting their news from Letterman and other comedians
comment about Americans getting their news from Letterman and other comedians
How I Met Your Mother: World's Greatest Couple (2006)
(TV Episode)
Lily mentions that she is going to watch the show.
Lily mentions that she is going to watch the show.
My Kid Could Paint That (2007)
Anthony Brunelli mentions that the show contacted him about this story.
Anthony Brunelli mentions that the show contacted him about this story.
Mosaic (2007)
(Video)
"Later Show with Dixon Dean" sign looks like the "Late Show with David Letterman" sign
"Later Show with Dixon Dean" sign looks like the "Late Show with David Letterman" sign
Saturday Night Live: Drew Barrymore/Lily Allen (2007)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Drew Barrymore
Mentioned by Drew Barrymore
ER: Dying Is Easy... (2007)
(TV Episode)
Simon says he wanted to go on SNL and Letterman.
Simon says he wanted to go on SNL and Letterman.
The Office: Safety Training (2007)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Michael
Mentioned by Michael
Kathy Griffin: Everybody Can Suck It (2007)
(TV Movie)
Mentions being banned from the show.
Mentions being banned from the show.
Strongbad_email.exe: Disc Five (2007)
(Video)
In "Bottom 10", Strong Bad's Bottom 10 list is presented in the same manner as David Letterman's Top Ten list
In "Bottom 10", Strong Bad's Bottom 10 list is presented in the same manner as David Letterman's Top Ten list
Psych: Bounty Hunters! (2007)
(TV Episode)
Shawn says, "Now you've got a story if you ever go on 'Letterman.'"
Shawn says, "Now you've got a story if you ever go on 'Letterman.'"
'Til Death: The Tale of the Tape (2007)
(TV Episode)
Steph says she wants to be done having sex before Letterman
Steph says she wants to be done having sex before Letterman
30 Rock: Ludachristmas (2007)
(TV Episode)
Jenna says 'people don't watch Letterman for Paul Shaffer'
Jenna says 'people don't watch Letterman for Paul Shaffer'
The Great Buck Howard (2008)
talk about Buck appearing on this show
talk about Buck appearing on this show
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 1 February 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Bill reads e-mails about if he should or shouldn't go back on this show.
Bill reads e-mails about if he should or shouldn't go back on this show.
Jackass World 24 Hour Takeover (2008)
(TV Movie)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
100 höjdare: Världens skönaste land - Del 7 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by name
Mentioned by name
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 23 June 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
A global warming commercial is shown with Letterman and Billy Crystal, David is wearing a 'Late Show' jacket.
A global warming commercial is shown with Letterman and Billy Crystal, David is wearing a 'Late Show' jacket.
How to Lose Friends & Alienate People (2008)
Sidney drives by the "Late Show with David Letterman" building
Sidney drives by the "Late Show with David Letterman" building
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.56 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $100,000 question; guest expert Will Shortz also recalls being a guest on the show
Subject of a $100,000 question; guest expert Will Shortz also recalls being a guest on the show
This Ain't Dancing with the Stars XXX (2009)
(Video)
"David Letterman" want's to give the top 10 reasons why he was thrown off the show
"David Letterman" want's to give the top 10 reasons why he was thrown off the show
Saturday Night Live: Alec Baldwin/Jonas Brothers (2009)
(TV Episode)
Seth mentions it in a news story.
Seth mentions it in a news story.
Personal Effects (2009)
woman mentions watching 'The Late Show' after the 11:00 news
woman mentions watching 'The Late Show' after the 11:00 news
South Park: Fishsticks (2009)
(TV Episode)
David Letterman tells the Fishsticks joke on his show
David Letterman tells the Fishsticks joke on his show
Evil Bong II: King Bong (2009)
mentioned that the talking bong could go on "Letterman"
mentioned that the talking bong could go on "Letterman"
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.15 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that Dave was the victim of an extortion attempt
Jay mentions that Dave was the victim of an extortion attempt
Saturday Night Live: Ryan Reynolds/Lady Gaga (2009)
(TV Episode)
Seth mentions "Stupid Human Tricks" in a news story.
Seth mentions "Stupid Human Tricks" in a news story.
Red Hook (2009)
"Late Show with David Letterman" sign is seen
"Late Show with David Letterman" sign is seen
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.19 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Jay says that it's now sexual harassment to ask "Who's on Letterman tonight?"
Jay says that it's now sexual harassment to ask "Who's on Letterman tonight?"
Saturday Night Live: Drew Barrymore/Regina Spektor (2009)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Vinny Vedecci while interviewing Drew Barrymore
Mentioned by Vinny Vedecci while interviewing Drew Barrymore
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #8.27 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $5,000 question
Subject of a $5,000 question
Tosh.0: Crying Giants Fan (2009)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
The Jay Leno Show: Episode #1.35 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Jay displays a horror movie called "The Extortionist" based on the extortion attempt against Dave
Jay displays a horror movie called "The Extortionist" based on the extortion attempt against Dave
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #8.40 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $25,000 question
Subject of a $25,000 question
The 10th Annual Canadian Comedy Awards (2009)
(TV Movie)
Naomi Snieckus mentions the show.
Naomi Snieckus mentions the show.
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.76 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $1,000 clue in the category "I'm Sorry Dave"
Subject of a $1,000 clue in the category "I'm Sorry Dave"
Tosh.0: David After Dentist (2010)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Saturday Night Live: Sigourney Weaver/The Ting Tings (2010)
(TV Episode)
David Letterman appears on Larry King Live
David Letterman appears on Larry King Live
Angels in New York: Episode #1.1 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Ed Sullivan Theater seen in Broadway montage.
Ed Sullivan Theater seen in Broadway montage.
Saturday Night Live: Jude Law/Pearl Jam (2010)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in the "Talk Show with Ravish" segment
Mentioned in the "Talk Show with Ravish" segment
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.81 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Jay says that David Letterman wasn't nominated for an Emmy either
Jay says that David Letterman wasn't nominated for an Emmy either
30 Rock: The Fabian Strategy (2010)
(TV Episode)
Kenneth prepares Dave's audience while they are waiting in line. There is also a placard for the Late Show behind him in the final scene.
Kenneth prepares Dave's audience while they are waiting in line. There is also a placard for the Late Show behind him in the final scene.
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Episode #7.45 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Ferguson interviews a new P.A. who previously worked on the Letterman show
Ferguson interviews a new P.A. who previously worked on the Letterman show
The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson: Episode #7.81 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Secretariat visits the set
Secretariat visits the set
Californication: Freeze-Frame (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Conan: The Unitard Dilemma (2011)
(TV Episode)
Conan O'Brien (while interviewing Craig Ferguson) mentions this show
Conan O'Brien (while interviewing Craig Ferguson) mentions this show
How I Met Your Mother: A Change of Heart (2011)
(TV Episode)
Ted, Marshall and Lily talk about getting Scooby on the show to do stupid pet tricks.
Ted, Marshall and Lily talk about getting Scooby on the show to do stupid pet tricks.
South Park: Funnybot (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #19.176 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that the theater where the show tapes was vandalized
Jay mentions that the theater where the show tapes was vandalized
Family Guy: Screams of Silence: The Story of Brenda Q (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Tosh.0: I Just Shot Myself (2011)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.33 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Altered commercial for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" shows Jay Leno firing a rocket into the Ed Sullivan Theater
Altered commercial for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" shows Jay Leno firing a rocket into the Ed Sullivan Theater
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.35 (2011)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that Herman Cain will be on the show next week
Jay mentions that Herman Cain will be on the show next week
The Simpsons: The D'oh-cial Network (2012)
(TV Episode)
The Simpsons sit on Letterman's couch in the opening
The Simpsons sit on Letterman's couch in the opening
Tosh.0: How to Get European Men (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.116 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Will Sasso describes a "MADtv" sketch in which "The Tonight Show" and "Late Show" are merged into a single show
Will Sasso describes a "MADtv" sketch in which "The Tonight Show" and "Late Show" are merged into a single show
Political Animals: Lost Boys (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.194 (2012)
(TV Episode)
Jay mentions that Jimmy Kimmel will move to a timeslot opposite himself and David Letterman
Jay mentions that Jimmy Kimmel will move to a timeslot opposite himself and David Letterman
Family Guy: Ratings Guy (2012)
(TV Episode)
Peter watches this show
Peter watches this show
Bones: The But in the Joke (2012)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #21.81 (2013)
(TV Episode)
Jay says that since you can look Prince Charles in the eye when you meet him, it's not like going on the Letterman show
Jay says that since you can look Prince Charles in the eye when you meet him, it's not like going on the Letterman show
Criminal Minds: All That Remains (2013)
(TV Episode)
Chip Gordon mentions watching the show.
Chip Gordon mentions watching the show.
The Voice UK: Blind Auditions 1 (2013)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by Danny O'Donoghue.
Referenced by Danny O'Donoghue.
Featured in
Northern Exposure: Sons of the Tundra (1994)
(TV Episode)
watched by Shelly
watched by Shelly
A Night to Die for (1995)
(TV Movie)
The Nanny: Pen Pals (1995)
(TV Episode)
Fran pretends she's on his late night talk show.
Fran pretends she's on his late night talk show.
Get Shorty (1995)
Hype! (1996)
clip
clip
Eddie (1996)
Classic Stand-Up Comedy of Television (1996)
(TV Special)
footage from this show exists in this special
footage from this show exists in this special
One Fine Day (1996)
Mercury Rising (1998)
clip shown
clip shown
Bulworth (1998)
Meeting People Is Easy (1998)
Galaxy Quest (1999)
The Talk Show Story (2000)
(TV Mini-Series)
Playing the Field: Sports and Sex in America (2000)
(TV Movie)
Tuesday (2001)
(Short)
The frogs are watching TV in an elderly woman's house
The frogs are watching TV in an elderly woman's house
50 Years of NBC Late Night (2001)
(TV Movie)
Chris Whitley: Scrapyard (2001)
(Video)
The Cranberries: Wake Up and Smell the Coffee (2002)
(Video)
a clip of Letterman introducing The Cranberries is used to show them reaching success in America
a clip of Letterman introducing The Cranberries is used to show them reaching success in America
TV Guide's 50 Best Shows of All Time: A 50th Anniversary Celebration (2002)
(TV Special)
"Late Show with David Letterman" is #7.
"Late Show with David Letterman" is #7.
The New Face of Late Night TV (2003)
(TV Movie)
Kimmel goes on the show
Kimmel goes on the show
Weezer: Video Capture Device - Treasures from the Vault 1991-2002 (2004)
(Video)
performance clip
performance clip
Who Killed the Electric Car? (2006)
clip shown
clip shown
The Sopranos: Kennedy and Heidi (2007)
(TV Episode)
seen on TV
seen on TV
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 2 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips of the 4/1/2008 show with Sen. John McCain were featured in the 'Pinheads & Patriots' segment.
Clips of the 4/1/2008 show with Sen. John McCain were featured in the 'Pinheads & Patriots' segment.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 3 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips of the 1/22/2008 show are featured with guest John Edwards.
Clips of the 1/22/2008 show are featured with guest John Edwards.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 7 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips from the 4/3/2008 show with Gail King were featured.
Clips from the 4/3/2008 show with Gail King were featured.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 25 April 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips of an undated show with Bill O'Reilly were featured.
Clips of an undated show with Bill O'Reilly were featured.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 6 June 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips of an undated show are featured.
Clips of an undated show are featured.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 21 August 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Features clips of an undated show.
Features clips of an undated show.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 3 September 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Features clips from an undated show.
Features clips from an undated show.
The O'Reilly Factor: Episode dated 8 September 2008 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Features clips from an undated show.
Features clips from an undated show.
The 60th Primetime Emmy Awards (2008)
(TV Special)
Brief clip of opening titles during Josh Groban's salute to TV theme songs.
Brief clip of opening titles during Josh Groban's salute to TV theme songs.
De wereld draait door: Episode #4.18 (2008)
(TV Episode)
A fragment is shown.
A fragment is shown.
Media Malpractice: How Obama Got Elected and Palin Was Targeted (2009)
(Video)
Multiple clips are featured.
Multiple clips are featured.
The Nostalgia Critic: Critic and Nerd: TMNT Making of Coming Out of Their Shells (2009)
(TV Episode)
One of Letterman's interviews with Joaquin Phoenix is featured, with a Ninja Turtle head supered over Phoenix's.
One of Letterman's interviews with Joaquin Phoenix is featured, with a Ninja Turtle head supered over Phoenix's.
The Nostalgia Critic: A Tribute to Siskel and Ebert (2009)
(TV Episode)
A clip is shown.
A clip is shown.
Live from Studio Five: Episode #1.83 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
20/20: Inside the Bachelor: The Stories Behind the Rose (2010)
(TV Episode)
Top 10 list with a bachelor show
Top 10 list with a bachelor show
Live from Studio Five: Episode #1.130 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #18.35 (2010)
(TV Episode)
a writer is seen watching Dave's monologue
a writer is seen watching Dave's monologue
The 2011 Comedy Awards (2011)
clip shown: award nominee
clip shown: award nominee
The Nostalgia Critic: Revenge of the Commercials (2011)
(TV Episode)
"Play me out, Paul!" and then Critic dances to the theme music
"Play me out, Paul!" and then Critic dances to the theme music
Me at the Zoo (2012)
various clips shown
various clips shown
The Nostalgia Critic: Mr. Magoo (2012)
(TV Episode)
Paul Schafer reacts to one of the Critic's bad Late Show type gags.
Paul Schafer reacts to one of the Critic's bad Late Show type gags.
20/20: Best in TV: The Greatest TV Show of Our Time (2012)
(TV Episode)
features clips of the show when discussing David Letterman who was voted #5 Best TV Host
features clips of the show when discussing David Letterman who was voted #5 Best TV Host
Best in TV: The Greatest TV Shows of Our Time (2012)
(TV Movie)
David Letterman is the #5 Best TV Host.
David Letterman is the #5 Best TV Host.
Spoofed in
Pinky and the Brain: It's Only a Paper World (1996)
(TV Episode)
A spoof of this show is shown.
A spoof of this show is shown.
Saturday Night Live: Kevin Spacey/Beck (1997)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed in Late Show skit
Spoofed in Late Show skit
The Simpsons: Simpsoncalifragilisticexpiala-Annoyed-Grunt-cious (1997)
(TV Episode)
Krusty's "Dumb Pet Tricks" segment is a spoof of David Letterman's "Stupid Pet Tricks."
Krusty's "Dumb Pet Tricks" segment is a spoof of David Letterman's "Stupid Pet Tricks."
Saturday Night Live: Alec Baldwin/Tina Turner (1997)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed in Late Night Skit
Spoofed in Late Night Skit
The Weird Al Show: Because I Said So (1997)
(TV Episode)
Buford and the house band are a parody of Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra.
Buford and the house band are a parody of Paul Shaffer and the CBS Orchestra.
Saturday Night Live: Jon Lovitz/Jane's Addiction (1997)
(TV Episode)
Spoofed in Late Show Skit
Spoofed in Late Show Skit
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Chris Rock (1999)
(TV Special)
Nat X's Top Five list spoofs David Letterman's Top Ten list.
Nat X's Top Five list spoofs David Letterman's Top Ten list.
Saturday Night Live 25 (1999)
(TV Special)
Norm Macdonalds impression of Letterman is featured
Norm Macdonalds impression of Letterman is featured
Jails, Hospitals & Hip-Hop (2000)
Futurama: War Is the H-Word (2000)
(TV Episode)
The list of Bender's Top Ten favorite words is done in a style similar to a Late Show Top Ten list
The list of Bender's Top Ten favorite words is done in a style similar to a Late Show Top Ten list
Family Guy: The Thin White Line (2001)
(TV Episode)
Peters as Letterman and Brian as Paul Shaffer.
Peters as Letterman and Brian as Paul Shaffer.
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Jon Lovitz (2005)
(TV Movie)
Spoofed during imressions montage
Spoofed during imressions montage
Kim Possible: Dimension Twist (2005)
(TV Episode)
Ron & Drakken somehow end up on a talk show as host and guest respectivley
Ron & Drakken somehow end up on a talk show as host and guest respectivley
Robot Chicken: Joint Point (2005)
(TV Episode)
Letterman is attacked by Teddy Ruxpin on his show
Letterman is attacked by Teddy Ruxpin on his show
Family Guy Presents Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story (2005)
(Video)
Stewie spoofs Drew Barrymore flashing David Letterman on the Late Show.
Stewie spoofs Drew Barrymore flashing David Letterman on the Late Show.
How I Met Your Mother: Moving Day (2007)
(TV Episode)
Barney does his own version of a Top 10 list, spoofing David Letterman.
Barney does his own version of a Top 10 list, spoofing David Letterman.
Family Guy: Padre de Familia (2007)
(TV Episode)
After a talk-show style monologue punchline from Stewie, they cut to Paul Shaffer acting as he would to a David Letterman monologue
After a talk-show style monologue punchline from Stewie, they cut to Paul Shaffer acting as he would to a David Letterman monologue
Family Guy: Back to the Woods (2008)
(TV Episode)
Peter (as James Woods) is guest on the show
Peter (as James Woods) is guest on the show
The Nostalgia Critic: North (2009)
(TV Episode)
Top 10 List parodied
Top 10 List parodied
Letterman's Nailin' Palin (2009)
(Video)
Spoofed with Randy Spears as David Letterman
Spoofed with Randy Spears as David Letterman
South Park: Sexual Healing (2010)
(TV Episode)
Letterman is seen at the sexual addiction class holding the note cards he uses in his show
Letterman is seen at the sexual addiction class holding the note cards he uses in his show
The Cleveland Show: Your Show of Shows (2011)
(TV Episode)
Lester's dress and animals parody "Jungle" Jack Hanna's appearances on this show
Lester's dress and animals parody "Jungle" Jack Hanna's appearances on this show
