Late Show with David Letterman

Episode 1

Jon Cryer, Chris Kentis, Renee Olstead

Dave points out that CBS is airng stock footage of a guy wresting an ostrich to compete with NBC's Olympic coverage; director Chris Kentis promotes Open Water; ""Still Standing"" star Renee Olstead performs a scorching rendition of ""Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby.""

N/A Aug 23, 2004

Episode 2

Dennis Leary, Sam Easterson

Dave has difficulty explaining to Paul what exactly animal photographer Sam Easterson does; Dave shows another out-of-focus clip from the Olympics; Denis Leary promotes the FX hit drama ""Rescue Me.""

N/A Aug 24, 2004

Episode 3

Paul Hamm, Josh Hartnett, Nick Cave

""CBS Mailbag"" features Dave getting friendly with U.S. Olympic volleyball stars Kerri Walsh & Misty May (bogus), Alan Kalter's ""You're Busted"" at Ranch 1, and New Jersey going ""Gay Crazy;"" gold medalist Paul Hamm visits.

N/A Aug 25, 2004

Episode 4

Natalie Coughlin, Carla Gugino, Gavin DeGraw

N/A Aug 26, 2004

Episode 5

Maureen Dowd, Tom Ryan

A man from Pennsylvania turns himself into a human jack o'lantern on ""Audience Show & Tell;"" ten U.S. Olympians present the Top Ten; political writer Maureen Dowd makes several alarming comments on the presidential election.

N/A Aug 27, 2004

Episode 6

Carly Patterson, Jeff Foxworthy, LL Cool J

Osama bin Laden announces that he wants to replace Craig Kilborn as host of the Late Late Show; Dave celebrates 11 years at CBS with a timeline; Biff reports from the Republican National Convention, with a goal to hug as many ""Republican Babes"" as possible.

N/A Aug 30, 2004

Episode 7

Farrah Fawcett, The Clarks

N/A Aug 31, 2004

Episode 8

John McCain, Tom Russell

N/A Sep 01, 2004

Episode 9

Tim Russert, Snow Patrol

N/A Sep 02, 2004

Episode 10

Jane Pauley, Greg Giraldo

Jane Pauley promotes her new book, talk show, and bipolar disorder.

N/A Sep 03, 2004

Episode 11

National Hollerin' Champions, Neve Campbell, Keane

Dave brags about working on Labor Day; like it does every year, a runaway taxi ruins the staff Labor Day barbecue (and runs over Alan); three National Hollerin' Champions do their thing; Neve Campbell; Keane performs ""Somewhere Only We Know.""

N/A Sep 06, 2004

Episode 12

Regis Philbin, Hoobastank

At Hello Deli: Rupert selects a contestant to play the ""Late Show Heart Bypass Scramble;"" Regis promotes his new standards CD; Alan recaps his summer, with the usual results; Hoobastank performs ""Same Direction.""

N/A Sep 07, 2004

Episode 13

Martin Short, Alan Jackson

""CBS Mailbag"" introduces Rupert's new ""girlfriend,"" answers the question, ""Does Dave ever sing?"" and features Alan's message to Hillary Clinton; Martin Short; ""Late Show Back to School Tips;"" Alan Jackson sings.

N/A Sep 08, 2004

Episode 14

Ray Romano, Avril Lavigne

Biff spends the day at New York-Presbyterian Hospital with Dr. Lou Arrone; an educational segment with Alan and an animated rodent goes awry; Ray Romano talks about the final season of ""Everybody Loves Raymond;"" Avril Lavigne performs ""My Happy Ending.""

N/A Sep 09, 2004

Episode 15

Drew Barrymore, Aron Ralston

Dave and Drew Barrymore discuss their long-dormant drinking problems; amputee Aron Ralston returns to the show to promote his new book.

N/A Sep 10, 2004

Episode 16

John Kerry, Green Day

Dave comments on the CBS News scandal; John Kerry performs the Top Ten and gets grilled by Dave; Green Day performs ""American Idiot.""

N/A Sep 20, 2004

Episode 17

Dr. Phil, Gary Sinise

Stand-ins for Dave and Dr. Phil stand in the gallows; in honor of a recent stunt on Oprah, everyone in the audience gets an automobile air freshener; Alan unintentionally admits that he's sexual dysfunctional.

N/A Sep 21, 2004

Episode 18

Kelly Ripa, Annie Duke, Elvis Costello

Nobel prize winner Professor Robert A. Mundell reads aloud from Paris Hilton's book; Kelly Ripa; poker champion Annie Duke; Elvis Costello & the Imposters perform.

N/A Sep 22, 2004

Episode 19

Stupid Human Tricks, Rob Lowe, Mos Def

N/A Sep 23, 2004

Episode 20

Julianne Moore, Tom Dreesen

N/A Sep 24, 2004

Episode 21

Queen Latifah, Jack Hanna

As it does every season, Alan's hair changes colors; Dave comments on Conan O'Brien's promotion to hosting The Tonight Show in 2009, then openly asks if he can go back to NBC to host Late Night; a Kodomo Dragon (courtesy of Jack Hanna) startles Dave.

N/A Sep 27, 2004

Episode 22

John Goodman, Tom Waits

Dave mentions Paul's line of handbags again, while John Goodman promotes ""Father of the Pride"" and ""Center of the Universe.""

N/A Sep 28, 2004

Episode 23

Joaquin Phoenix, Austin Stevens, Switchfoot

Live via satellite, Rupert plays bingo; Dave shows a photo of Harry shaking hands with one of the Stangel brothers; Tony ruins the ending of another movie En Espanol, then goes off on one of his trademark rants.

N/A Sep 29, 2004

Episode 24

John Travolta, Tim Frisby, Pearl Jam

N/A Sep 30, 2004

Episode 25

Richard Gere, Jason Randal

CBS Mailbag: Dave shows an ad for Martha Stewart's farewell show, then has a heart-to-heart with ""Pete Rose"" (Gerard); magician Jason Randal dazzles Dave with some card tricks.

N/A Oct 01, 2004

Episode 26

Howard Dean, Franz Ferdinand

Dave has another rant about Jay Leno's five-year notice to NBC; an autumn in New York quiz; a still graphic acknowledges the passing of staffer Dorothy Chambers; Howard Dean shills for John Kerry; George Clarke's ""It's A Fact;"" Franz Ferdinand performs ""Take Me Out.""

N/A Oct 04, 2004

Episode 27

Annette Bening, Bill O'Reilly

""Mount Late Show"" erupts repeatedly in the backdrop; a schoolmarm plays ""Would You Like to Touch the Meat?""; Mario Andretti presents the Top Ten.

N/A Oct 05, 2004

Episode 28

Jamie Foxx, Davy Rothbart

N/A Oct 06, 2004

Episode 29

Donald Trump, Brian Binnie, Minnie Driver

""Know Your Current Events;"" Donald Trump plays (and wins) ""Trump Or Monkey;"" SpaceShipOne pilot Brian Binnie; Minnie Driver sings ""Everything I've Got In My Pocket.""

N/A Oct 07, 2004

Episode 30

Brooke Shields, Barry Sonnenfeld

During ""CBS Mailbag,"" Dave promotes the new Late Show newsletter, which includes an Alan Kalter centerfold; Brooke Shields visits; director-raconteur Barry Sonnenfeld returns to tell more amusing stories, and show samples of his martini art.

N/A Oct 08, 2004

Episode 31

Melina Kanakaredes, Paul Teutul Sr. and Paul Teutul Jr., Ben Harper and the Blind Boys of Alabama

N/A Oct 11, 2004

Episode 32

Laura Linney, Richard Lewis, The Wallflowers and Jordan Zevon

Live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in a prison catfight; an NYU student plays ""Guess the Bulge"" at Hello Deli; Jordan Zevon (son of Warren) and The Wallflowers perform ""Lawyers, Guns, and Money.""

N/A Oct 12, 2004

Episode 33

Jennifer Lopez, Sue Johanson

Dave has a new favorite phrase (""We must protect this house!"") while J.Lo promotes the remake of the Japanese romantic comedy Shall We Dance?

N/A Oct 13, 2004

Episode 34

Billy Crystal, Ralph Nader

N/A Oct 14, 2004

Episode 35

Tony Danza, Emma Roberts, Brian Regan

""CBS Mailbag"" with CBS holding auditions for Dave's replacement, George Clarke learning to play drums and Gerard Mulligan returning as ""George W. Bush;"" Tony Danza on his new talk show; Dave chats with Julia Roberts' niece Emma; Brian Regan does standup.

N/A Oct 15, 2004

Episode 36

Jimmy Carter, Brandi Chastain, John Mellencamp

N/A Oct 18, 2004

Episode 37

Jude Law, Ricky Gervais

N/A Oct 19, 2004

Episode 38

Sarah Michelle Gellar, Tony Kanaan, Sparta

Sarah Michelle Gellar plugs The Grudge; 2004 Indy Racing League Champion Tony Kanaan visits; Sparta performs.

N/A Oct 20, 2004

Episode 39

Dustin Hoffman, Joss Stone

""Stump The Band;"" live via satellite, Martha Stewart gets caught in yet another catfight; Curt Schilling presents the Top Ten; Dustin Hoffman makes spit bubbles; Joss Stone performs.

N/A Oct 21, 2004

Episode 40

Amy Sedaris, Tommy Lee

Dave's annual (and quite early) look at ""Halloween Costumes;"" George Clarke with a premature reminder about the end of Daylight Savings Time (Dave makes him down chocolate syrup); Amy Sedaris discusses her bunny and imaginary husband ""Ricky;"" Tommy Lee talks about his book, Tommy Land.

N/A Oct 22, 2004

Episode 41

Johnny Damon, Anne Heche, The Donnas

Dave plugs his and Paul's (bogus) ""Decision 2004 Election Showdown Countdown Vote 2004 Democracy Corner"" for tomorrow night's election coverage; Rupert reports from St. Louis and Game 4 of the World Series; Johnny Damon recalls Boston's come-from-behind triumph; Anne Heche talks about parenthood and Birth; The Donnas perform ""Fall Behind Me.""

N/A Nov 01, 2004

Episode 42

Tom Brokaw, Mischa Barton

Dave, Alan, Paul and George Clarke all comment on Bush's reelection; Tom Brokaw wishes Harry a happy first birthday; Dave flirts with Mischa Barton of ""The O.C."" to hide the fact that he's never seen the show.

N/A Nov 03, 2004

Episode 43

Rosie Perez, Steven Wright

""Know Your Current Events;"" an 882 pound pumpkin is exploded on 53rd St.; Rosie Perez is tricked (once) by Dave into mentioning her Isuzu Trooper; Steven Wright.

N/A Nov 04, 2004

Episode 44

Al Franken, Kristin Bell

""CBS Mailbag;"" Al Franken explains the Electoral College to Dave; Kristen Bell visits; Project Bandaloop's performance is postponed because of heavy rain in Manhattan.

N/A Nov 05, 2004

Episode 45

Tom Hanks, Nelly

The annual run-through by NYC Marathon winners; Ball State University sophomore Ryan Carney adds to his Late Show tattoo collection; Tom Hanks on Scottish Mexican food, vomiting and The Polar Express; Nelly.

N/A Nov 08, 2004

Episode 46

Salma Hayek, Sebastian Bourdais, Jimmy Eat World

N/A Nov 09, 2004

Episode 47

Pierce Brosnan, Nigella Lawson, Renee Fleming

N/A Nov 10, 2004

Episode 48

Matthew Broderick, Rosario Dawson, Los Lonely Boys

N/A Nov 11, 2004

Episode 49

Paul Reubens, Evangeline Lilly, Project Bandaloop

During Mailbag, Rupert admits to learning how flirt with women from Bill O'Reilly; Canadian-born TV actress Evangeline Lilly hugs Paul; after a one-week holdover, Project Bandaloop finally trapezes around the building.

N/A Nov 12, 2004

Episode 50

Jerry Seinfeld, Jamie Oliver

N/A Nov 15, 2004

Episode 51

Nicolas Cage, Jason Alexander, Morrissey

Dave experiments with new camera angles by sitting on the edge of his desk; live in the green room, we meet a man who has collected pennies for over thirty years and amassed a fortune of roughly $28; Dave and Nicholas Cage talk about motorcycles.

N/A Nov 16, 2004

Episode 52

Renee Zellweger, Chris Raxworthy

N/A Nov 17, 2004

Episode 53

Howard Stern, Alanis Morissette

Dave shows a faux ad for a 1,420-calorie cheeseburger at Hardee's (""Warning: Do Not Eat""); Howard Stern likens himself to Oprah; Alanis Morissette performs ""Knees of My Bees.""

N/A Nov 18, 2004

Episode 54

Tom Brady, Damien Fahey

N/A Nov 19, 2004

Episode 55

Stupid Pet Tricks, Colin Farrell, The Walkmen

N/A Nov 22, 2004

Episode 56

Kevin Spacey, Ben Roethlisberger, Streb

A telenovela catfight turns into a Pistons-Pacers basketball game; Rupert and a woman from Alabama drop fake turkeys off the top of the theater; Pittsburgh Steelers wonderkind Ben Roethlisberger participates in the latest Late Show QB Challenge.

N/A Nov 23, 2004

Episode 57

Whoopi Goldberg, Jason Bateman, Marilyn Manson

In honor of Thanksgiving, Dave detonates a cannon filled with stuffing; Whoopi Goldberg promotes her one-woman Broadway show; Marilyn Manson performs the Depeche Mode classic ""Personal Jesus.""

N/A Nov 24, 2004

Episode 58

Natalie Portman, John Mayer

Via satellite from Indianapolis: The annual Thanksgiving pie-guess with Dave's mom (and dinner guest Marv Albert); Natalie Portman talks about an earlier Thanksgiving day LS appearance and plugs Closer; a Late Show Turkey Recall Announcement; John Mayer performs.

N/A Nov 25, 2004

Episode 59

Barack Obama, Jessica Biel

During Mailbag, CBS suit Vinnie Favale announces a stricter policy on vulgarity on the network that may work to Dave's disadvantage; Senator-elect Barack Obama radiates charm and confidence while discussing politics; Dave and Jessica Biel swap stories about their dogs.

N/A Nov 26, 2004

Episode 60

Matt Damon, Lance Armstrong

Tonight's ""Spanish Soap Opera Highlight of the Night"" seems to include a round of ""Got Your Nose,"" while Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel does a demonstration out on 53rd Street.

N/A Nov 29, 2004

Episode 61

Alec Baldwin, Ken Jennings

N/A Nov 30, 2004

Episode 62

Stupid Human Tricks, Noah Wylie, Sum 41

N/A Dec 01, 2004

Episode 63

Sharon Reed, Tyra Banks, Lyle Lovett

""Stump the Band"" continues to mystify Paul and company; Dave chats with Sharon Reed, the Ohio-based TV reporter who stripped naked for a Spencer Tunick project; Lyle Lovett performs ""In My Own Mind.""

N/A Dec 02, 2004

Episode 64

Bonnie Hunt, Alex Zanardi

N/A Dec 03, 2004

Episode 65

Jim Carrey, Ashanti

As they do every year, Rupert, Joe G, Mujibur, and Sirajul place their edible ""angel"" on top of the Late Show Christmas tree; Jim Carrey discusses ab-crunches; Alan flips out while singing ""The Little Drummer Boy""; Ashanti performs ""Only U.""

N/A Dec 13, 2004

Episode 66

Cate Blanchett, Craig Ferguson, The Pixies

N/A Dec 14, 2004

Episode 67

Adam Sandler, Sharon Ice

Adam Sandler promotes Spanglish and performs his rendition of Warren Zevon's ""Werewolves of London;"" Shannon Eis with a look at new toys for the holidays.

N/A Dec 15, 2004

Episode 68

Kate Beckinsale, Ciara and Missy Elliot

""America's Next Top Model"" winner Eva presents the Top Ten; Kate Beckinsale pushes The Aviator; Ciara performs with Missy Elliott.

N/A Dec 16, 2004

Episode 69

Jeff Goldblum, Terrell Owens

N/A Dec 17, 2004

Episode 70

Bill Murray, Kaki King

N/A Dec 20, 2004

Episode 71

Dennis Quaid, Rusty Wallace, Kaki King

N/A Dec 21, 2004

Episode 72

Kristin Johnson, Tom Dreesen

Dave's monologue is interupted by a surprise appearance from Billy Crystal (promoting the one-man Broadway show ""700 Sundays""); Dave introduces ""The Nog-Cam;"" 10 carolers present the Top Ten; Broadway star Kristen Johnston opens up to Dave about her recent mugging; Tom Dreesen tells another story about opening for Frank Sinatra.

N/A Dec 22, 2004

Episode 73

Regis Philbin, Jay Thomas, Darlene Love

N/A Dec 23, 2004

Episode 74

Hilary Swank, Andy Dick, Green Day

Dave wishes everyone a happy new year, then accentuates his goals for 2005 (he plans to use the word ""snarky"" more often); ""Biff Henderson: Pollster"" roams the streets once more; Hilary Swank plugs Million Dollar Baby; Andy Dick talks about his crabs; Green Day performs ""Boulevard of Broken Dreams.""

N/A Jan 03, 2005

Episode 75

Ethan Hawke, Maria Menounos, Alicia Keys

N/A Jan 04, 2005

Episode 76

Kiefer Sutherland, Marv Albert, The Black Keys

N/A Jan 05, 2005

Episode 77

Michael Keaton, Jamie Lynn Spears

N/A Jan 06, 2005

Episode 78

Kevin Bacon, Caroline Rhea, Wilco

A shocking message from Dubya; Dave contines his use of all the following: carbs, steroids and the word ""snarky;"" ""Celebrity Resolutions"" goes straight into the dumper; Alan's new show, ""Desperate House Gal;"" Kevin Bacon; Caroline Rhea; Wilco performs ""Late Greats.""

N/A Jan 07, 2005

Episode 79

Samuel L. Jackson, Amy Poehler, B.B. King

N/A Jan 10, 2005

Episode 80

Randy Johnson, Aisha Tyler, Razorlight

N/A Jan 11, 2005

Episode 81

Rudolph Giuliani, Daniel Banks

Rudy Giuliani talks baseball; 11-year-old percussion prodigy Daniel Banks hits the skins; Dave's stand-in finally gets his moment in the spotlight.

N/A Jan 12, 2005

Episode 82

Marge Helgenberger, Ryan Seacrest, My Chemical Romance

N/A Jan 13, 2005

Episode 83

Amy Sedaris, Andy Kindler

Amy Sedaris laments the death of her imaginary boyfriend; Andy Kindler performs stand-up.

N/A Jan 14, 2005

Episode 84

Jack Hanna, Teri Polo

Dave calls up Patriots fan -- and ""D Fence"" guy -- Gary Wren, who drops an ""F bomb;"" Rupert learns karate at Tiger Schulmann's; the always on edge Jack Hanna with animals; Alan admits to being jealous of Jack Hanna, then has another hissy fit (and drops an ""F bomb""); Teri Polo on her experiences making Meet The Fockers.

N/A Jan 17, 2005

Episode 85

Ice Cube, Chris Russo, Interpol

N/A Jan 18, 2005

Episode 86

Harvey Fierstein, Regina King, Steven Van Zandt, ... And You Will Know Us By the Trail of Dead

N/A Jan 19, 2005

Episode 87

Robert Downey Jr., Nicole Richie

""Stump The Band;"" Dave shows off his ""baby Borg"" trophy; Robert Downey, Jr. instructs Dave on the finer points of bil jee and performs a song from his new CD; Nicole Richie plugs ""The Simple Life: Interns.""

N/A Jan 20, 2005

Episode 88

Jerry Lewis, Sophia Bush

""Late Show Week in Review"": On a special episode of the controversial Fox show ""Who's Your Daddy?"" the contestant's biological father pummels an amorous Alan; Dave discusses the art of comedy with legendary funnyman Jerry Lewis.

N/A Jan 21, 2005

Episode 89

Peter Lassally, Doc Severinson

Dave's first new show following the death of Johnny Carson is an hour-long tribute, featuring clips of Johnny's appearances on both ""Late Show"" and ""Late Night,"" and the ""Tonight Show"" clip of Johnny stealing Dave's pickup truck; longtime ""Tonight"" producer Peter Lassally; former ""Tonight"" bandleader Doc Severinsen and former NBC Orchestra members Tommy Newsom and Ed Shaughnessy perform one of Johnny's favorite songs, ""Here's That Rainy Day.""

N/A Jan 31, 2005

Episode 90

Debra Messing, Peyton Manning

N/A Feb 01, 2005

Episode 91

Patricia Heaton, John Witherspoon, Gibson/Baldwin Grammy Jazz Ensembles

N/A Feb 02, 2005

Episode 92

Elton John, Eva Mendes

N/A Feb 03, 2005

Episode 93

Al Franken, Matthew Fox, Nanci Griffith

N/A Feb 04, 2005

Episode 94

Will Smith, Tom Brady

N/A Feb 07, 2005

Episode 95

Kevin James, Aishwarya Rai, Three Doors Down

Dave shows ""actual"" footage of the Hubble Telescope; Bollywood superstar Aishwarya Rai promotes Bride and Prejudice; 3 Doors Down performs ""Let Me Go.""

N/A Feb 08, 2005

Episode 96

David Hyde Pierce, Howie Day

N/A Feb 09, 2005

Episode 97

Billy Crystal, Patrick Lawler

N/A Feb 10, 2005

Episode 98

Paris Hilton, Bill Burr

During ""Week in Review,"" Alan previews the Grammys by singing Tone Luc's ""Wild Thing;"" ten divorce attorneys present the Top Ten; Dave eats a sample of Paris Hilton's new lipstick.

N/A Feb 11, 2005

Episode 99

Dr. Phil, Unwritten Law

N/A Feb 14, 2005

Episode 100

Kid Scientists, Keanu Reeves, Michael Buble

N/A Feb 15, 2005

Episode 101

Kelly Ripa, Taye Diggs

N/A Feb 16, 2005

Episode 102

Charlie Sheen, Tori Amos

N/A Feb 17, 2005

Episode 103

Roseanne Barr, Rachel Weisz

6.0 Feb 18, 2005

Episode 104

Stupid Pet Tricks, Bonnie Hunt

Competitive eater ""Crazy Legs"" Conti attempts to break the world's oyster-eating record in the lobby of The Ed; ""Stupid Pet Tricks"" features three dogs (none too crazy about the oysters); Bonnie Hunt remembers Johnny Carson (and tries an oyster).

N/A Feb 21, 2005

Episode 105

Barbara Walters, Rachel Bilson, Kings of Leon

Dave demands to be grilled on the annual Barbara Walters Oscar special, but only if he does the interview with Oprah by his side; ""Harold Larkin's Sidewalk Idol"" searches for the next great singing talent; Kings of Leon perform ""The Bucket.""

N/A Feb 22, 2005

Episode 106

Michael J. Fox, Amanda Bynes

Giant rats attack Christo's Gates; Dave comes up with a number of synonyms for inhaling marijuana; Alan editorializes on President Bush, only to float toward promoting a bootleg sex tape he made in 1989.

N/A Feb 23, 2005

Episode 107

John Travolta, Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon

N/A Feb 24, 2005

Episode 108

Ricky Gervais, Rachel Ray

""Late Show Week in Review"": Dubya (mis)pronounces ""nuclear"" five different ways, while a Flashdancers employee dances around one of Christo's Gates. Also, Lego expert Nathan Sawaya creates a brick portrait of Biff.

N/A Feb 25, 2005

Episode 109

The Rock, Solomon Burke

Snowmobiling great Jay Quinlan performs stunts on 53rd Street; actor-cum-wrester Dwayne ""The Rock"" Johnston promotes Be Cool; Solomon Burke blows the roof off The Ed with a pair of songs.

N/A Feb 28, 2005

Episode 110

Kirstie Alley, Kathleen Edwards

""Would You Like To Take A Ride On A Dog Sled?"" on 53rd Street; Kirstie Alley wants to become promiscuous and discusses her new show ""Fat Actress""; Alan has a stern word for Christo's wife Jeanne Claude; Kathleen Edwards performs.

N/A Mar 01, 2005

Episode 111

Vin Diesel, Amos Lee

2004 Indianapolis 500 champion Buddy Rice with ""Top Ten Reasons I Love Racing;"" Vin Diesel talks about his dog, and his new film The Pacifier; Amos Lee sings.

N/A Mar 02, 2005

Episode 112

Dan Rather, Poppy Montgomery

N/A Mar 03, 2005

Episode 113

Bruce Willis, Greg Giraldo

Outgoing CBS anchorman Dan Rather looks back at his fifty years in broadcasting and the scandal that prematurely ended his career.

N/A Mar 04, 2005

Episode 114

Ashton Kutcher, Al Green

N/A Mar 14, 2005

Episode 115

Jimmy Fallon, Emily VanCamp, The Four Tops

N/A Mar 15, 2005

Episode 116

Amanda Peet, Dean Kamazes

Dave is able to work the phrase ""needlessly circuitous"" into the interview with Amanda Peet, plus he admires her profile; Alan gives suggestive advice to Condoleeza Rice; Susan Hum refuses to give her picks for the Final Four tournament; marathon man Dean Karnazes discusses the joy of running.

N/A Mar 16, 2005

Episode 117

Sandra Bullock, Gwen Stefani

Dave thanks the FBI and the Montana police for their efforts following a botched kidnapping involving his son last week; Pat Farmer celebrates ""March Madness"" by trying to duplicate his 90 foot drop shot into a goal on 53rd Street; Sandra Bullock doesn't talk about boyfriend Jesse James, but does plug Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous; ""Alan Kalter's Are You ****ing Kidding Me?"" takes a look at the Robert Blake verdict; Gwen Stefani discusses high school and performs ""Hollaback Girl"" with a drumline and sits down for a chat.

N/A Mar 21, 2005

Episode 118

Jessica Alba, Brian Greene, Queens of the Stone Age

Jessica Alba plugs Sin City and performs a lasso demonstration with Dave; staffer Susan Hum is reluctant to explain string theory; Queens of the Stone Age perform ""Little Sister.""

N/A Mar 22, 2005

Episode 119

P. Diddy, Erika Christensen

""On Sale Now"" (a variation on ""New Products"") includes room-temperature sushi and flammable curtains; Pat and Kenny read a transcript of an interview between Oprah and Kirstie Alley; Dave closes the show by promoting Japanese gum.

N/A Mar 23, 2005

Episode 120

Queen Latifah, Seth McFarlane

N/A Mar 28, 2005

Episode 121

Britany Murphy, Bob Sarlatte, The John Butler Trio

N/A Mar 29, 2005

Episode 122

Penelope Cruz, Sarah Vowell, Kaiser Chiefs

N/A Mar 30, 2005

Episode 123

Denzel Washington, Faith Evans

An audience member walks on her hands, wrap her legs around Dave, and pulls herself up; Dave shows a clip from the NBC soap ""Passions""; Denzel Washington discusses sailing and drinking large amounts of water.

N/A Mar 31, 2005

Episode 124

Lisa Marie Presley, Ahmed Ibrahim, Jake Johannsen

Roof problems at the theater results in rainwater onstage; Dave worries over Dengue fever; ""Will It Float?"" hits a snag when a bucket of gumdrops topples over; matchmaking cabbie Ahmed Ibrahim brags about his abilities as an interceder.

N/A Apr 01, 2005

Episode 125

Drew Barrymore, Charles Barkley

N/A Apr 05, 2005

Episode 126

Show #2345

Dave explains how he cut his finger with a cheese grater, then confesses to having a great admiration for lesbians; in her first appearance on the show in 19 years, Jane Fonda discusses her marriage to Ted Turner and her infamous visit to Vietnam; Bloc Party performs ""Banquet.""

N/A Apr 06, 2005

Episode 127

Show #2346

Dave and Paul are quizzed about tax exemptions; a bearded Robin Williams discusses everything from Dave's jury duty to welding; Martha Wainwright (sister of Rufus) performs ""When The Day Is Short.""

N/A Apr 11, 2005

Episode 128

Mickey Rourke, Jason Randal

N/A Apr 12, 2005

Episode 129

David Duchovny, Ray Lamontagne

One day after his 58th birthday, waffles are hucked at the audience. Quote Dave: ""Why do I need joke writers when I have waffles?"" Also, the Late Show recreates testimony from the Michael Jackson trial in which the ""King of Pop"" (Gerard) makes an ass of himself; the new Miss USA Chelsea Cooley delivers the Top Ten; David Duchovny promotes House Of D.; Ray Lamontagne performs.

N/A Apr 13, 2005

Episode 130

Anthony LaPaglia, Ana Gasteyer, Mariah Carey

N/A Apr 14, 2005

Episode 131

Kristin Chenowith, Johnny Lechner, Ludacris

A lucky motorist wins $100 worth of free gasoline, which is spent up in less than five seconds; Alan has another hissy fit, this time in a Michael Jackson costume; singer-actress Kristen Chenoweth discusses painkillers.

N/A Apr 15, 2005

Episode 132

Farrah Fawcett, Martin Freeman

N/A Apr 25, 2005

Episode 133

Hank Azaria, Jeff MacGregor

Tonight's clip from the NBC serial ""Passions"" features a monkey comforting a middle-aged woman; Dave meets the employees of Angelo's Pizza; Spamalot star Hank Azaria admits to Dave that he's a lousy dancer; author Jeff MacGregor discusses his year-long observational tour of the NASCAR circuit, and his subsequent book, Sunday Money.

N/A Apr 26, 2005

Episode 134

Amy Sedaris, Daniel Tammet, LCD Soundsystem

N/A Apr 27, 2005

Episode 135

Paris Hilton, Jo Frost

N/A Apr 28, 2005

Episode 136

Teri Hatcher, Harry Hill

Cold opening: Dave runs into a nude (yet blurred) Teri Hatcher who's locked out of her dressing room; ""Late Show Week In Review"" with Vinnie Favale as Elvis, a SWAT team kitty and Alan with a bevy of hookers; ""Will It Float?"" (a bag of fertilizer...no); Teri talks about swimming with a whale; Harry Hill performs standup.

N/A Apr 29, 2005

Episode 137

Martin Short, Elisha Cuthbert

Throughout the night, wax figures of celebrities that refuse to appear on the show are rolled onstage. One stagehand accidentally cops a feel on the Oprah statue, while Regis storms onstage to complain about his wax likeness.

N/A May 02, 2005

Episode 138

Jennifer Lopez, Snoop Dogg

N/A May 03, 2005

Episode 139

Orlando Bloom, Jack Hanna

N/A May 04, 2005

Episode 140

Luke Wilson, Kasabian

Live via satellite, Dorothy Letterman performs the Top Ten; in honor of Cinco De Mayo, a city bus crashes into a giant pinata; Kasabian performs ""Club Foot.""

N/A May 05, 2005

Episode 141

Stupid Human Tricks, Christina Applegate, Brian Regan

Like he does every Kentucky Derby weekend, Dave calls up Dave Johnson to hear him say ""...and down the stretch they come!""; Christina Applegate promotes the musical ""Sweet Charity"" and discusses a recent injury onstage; Brian Regan performs a stand-up routine about cholesterol and heartburn.

N/A May 06, 2005

Episode 142

Will Ferrell, Robert Plant

N/A May 09, 2005

Episode 143

Helen Hunt, Tom Dreesen

N/A May 10, 2005

Episode 144

Priscilla Presley, Quentin Tarantino

N/A May 11, 2005

Episode 145

Billy Crystal, Garbage

N/A May 12, 2005

Episode 146

Samuel L. Jackson, Sting

N/A May 13, 2005

Episode 147

Ray Ramono, Dave Matthews Band

N/A May 16, 2005

Episode 148

Ben Stiller, Sherry Fairchild

Ben Stiller and Shelly Fairchild stop by. Also, Top Ten with Britney Spears and Kevin Federline.

N/A May 17, 2005

Episode 149

Chris Rock, Nicollette Sheridan

N/A May 18, 2005

Episode 150

Ellen Degeneres, Hot Hot Heat

N/A May 19, 2005

Episode 151

David Arquette, Gordon Ramsey

N/A May 20, 2005

Episode 152

Paul Newman, Danica Patrick, Adam Savage & Jamie Hyneman

6.0 May 23, 2005

Episode 153

Adam Sandler, Reggie Miller, The Wallflowers

N/A May 24, 2005

Episode 154

Kelly Ripa, Alexis Bledel, Ryan Adams & The Cardinals

N/A May 25, 2005

Episode 155

Cedric the Entertainer, Dan Wheldon, The Black Eyed Peas

Cedric The Entertainer; Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon; musical guests The Black Eyed Peas.

N/A Jun 06, 2005

Episode 157

Russel Crowe, Paul Anka

Russell Crowe; Paul Anka.

N/A Jun 08, 2005

Episode 158

Katie Holmes, The Shout Out Louds

Katie Holmes; musical group Shout Out Louds.

N/A Jun 09, 2005

Episode 159

Al Franken, Ellen Pompeo

Al Franken; Ellen Pompeo.

N/A Jun 10, 2005

Episode 160

Nicole Kidman, Foo Fighters

Nicole Kidman; Foo Fighters.

N/A Jun 13, 2005

Episode 161

Show #2380

Dan Aykroyd; Bill Scheft; musician Mike Doughty.

N/A Jun 14, 2005

Episode 162

Show #2381

Denis Leary; Alanis Morissette.

N/A Jun 15, 2005

Episode 163

Show #2382

BIll Clinton; Ringo Starr.

N/A Jun 16, 2005

Episode 164

Show #2383

Mark Wahlberg; racing driver Juan Pablo Montoya.

N/A Jun 17, 2005

Episode 165

Show #2384

Christopher Walken; U.S. Open golf champion Michael Campbell; musical guest Billy Corgan.

N/A Jun 20, 2005

Episode 166

Show #2385

Lindsay Lohan; sports commentator Chris ""Mad Dog"" Russo.

N/A Jun 21, 2005

Episode 167

Show #2386

Michael Keaton (""Herbie Fully Loaded""); author David Sedaris.

N/A Jun 22, 2005

Episode 168

Show #2387

Tom Cruise (""War of the Worlds""); musical guest Ben Folds.

N/A Jun 23, 2005

Episode 169

Show #2388

Tim Robbins promotes ""War of the Worlds;"" the Purina Junior Agility Dog Challgenge is briefly subjected to controversy; comedian Nick Griffin does stand-up.

N/A Jun 24, 2005

Episode 170

Show #2389

Actor Jeff Goldblum; musical guests Sleater-Kinney.

N/A Jun 27, 2005

Episode 171

Julian McMahon/Raul Midon/Piedmont Bird Callers

Piedmont Bird Callers; Julian McMahon (""Fantastic Four""); musician Raul Midon.

N/A Jun 28, 2005

Episode 172

Tom Brokaw/Dakota Fanning

Tom Brokaw; actress Dakota Fanning.

N/A Jun 29, 2005

Episode 173

Jennifer Connelly/Eels

Actress Jennifer Connelly; musical group Eels.

N/A Jun 30, 2005

Episode 174

Episode #12.174

Michael Chiklis; comedian Gary Mule Deer; new summer toys with Shannon Eis.

N/A Jul 01, 2005

Episode 175

Show #2394

N/A Jul 18, 2005

Episode 176

Show #2395

N/A Jul 19, 2005

Episode 177

Show #2396

N/A Jul 20, 2005

Episode 178

Show #2397

N/A Jul 21, 2005

Episode 179

Show #2398

N/A Jul 22, 2005

Episode 180

John Cusack/The All-American Rejects

N/A Jul 25, 2005

Episode 181

Show #2400

N/A Jul 26, 2005

Episode 182

Kelly Preston/Jeff Altman/Aimee Mann

Kelly Preston, Jeff Altman and Aimee Mann

N/A Jul 27, 2005

Episode 183

Bill Murray/Bettye LaVette

N/A Jul 28, 2005

Episode 184

Show #2403

N/A Jul 29, 2005

Episode 185

Lance Armstrong/Michael Ian Black

N/A Aug 01, 2005

Episode 186

Show #2405

N/A Aug 02, 2005

Episode 187

Show #2406

N/A Aug 03, 2005

Episode 188

Show #2407

N/A Aug 04, 2005

Episode 189

Show #2408

N/A Aug 05, 2005

Episode 190

Show #2409

N/A Aug 08, 2005

Episode 191

Show #2410

N/A Aug 09, 2005

Episode 192

Show #2411

N/A Aug 10, 2005

Episode 193

Show #2412

N/A Aug 11, 2005

Episode 194

Show #2413

N/A Aug 12, 2005