As of July 2026, Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 aired in 2000 with 197 episodes. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Late Show with David Letterman Season 8

2000 197 Episodes Talk · Comedy ⭐ 6/10

If you are after a comedy that actually makes you laugh out loud, Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 is available on streaming right now. Across 1 season, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. With 169 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. David Letterman's performance alone is worth the time investment. There is no real reason to keep putting it off.

There is a reason Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 from the crowd. Season 8 of Late Show with David Letterman includes 197 episodes. It aired from August 2000 to August 2001. This season stars David Letterman, Paul Shaffer and Alan Kalter. David Letterman and Paul Shaffer lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 2000. What keeps Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Late Show with David Letterman Season 8. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. A contained run means every episode is doing real work. David Letterman's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.

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🎬 Late Show with David Letterman Season 8 — Episode Guide

E1
Wesley Snipes, Dido
2000-08-21
Dave shows that he has a bandaged finger, claiming that he got a poison gas sensor alarm at his house over the weekend. He later breaks down, admitting that he cut his finger making potato salad.
E2
Jon Favreau, Stone Temple Pilots
2000-08-22
Dave shows a supposed clip of the Bushes applauding Al Gore's acceptance speech. Later, several of Joe G's customers participate in a game called "Pizza Survivor."
E3
Jack Hanna, Wyclef Jean, Survivor Castaways
2000-08-23
The cast of the original "Survivor" are featured in a special Top Ten list. Later, Dave chats with Jack Hanna.
E4
Richard Hatch, Shaquille O'Neal
2000-08-24
Dave asks "Survivor I" winner Richard Hatch about his "appearance" on the show last night.
E5
Charles Grodin, Donal Logue
2000-08-25
Dave shows the "rabid dingo" bite clip again; Biff tests his psychic abilities with unlabeled canned goods; Donal Logue promotes "The Tao of Steve."
E6
Mary Tyler Moore, Papa Roach
2000-08-28
Dave's finger still hurts; Paul offers to pick up Anna Kournikova for her upcoming appearance; Alan makes a special offer to Anne Heche and Ellen DeGeneres (who just split up).
E7
Ricki Lake, Adam Ferrara
2000-08-29
Dave fusses about the polar ice caps melting and The Weather Channel's inability to cover it. Later, Alan closes "Campaign 2000" by singing "Climb Every Mountain" and starting a fight.
E8
Rudy Giuliani, Laetitia Casta
2000-08-30
On the 7th anniversary of the first episode on CBS, Dave points out that he has made exactly 3,280 episodes in late night, and that his favorite was #1150. Later, Biff goes to a summer camp in Honesdale, PA.
E9
D.L. Hughley, Tony Bennett & Diana Krall
2000-08-31
Dave quizzes a secretary from Hartford with "Know Your Employees of Don Hewlett Chevrolet-Oldsmobile-Buick in Georgetown, Texas."
E10
Tim Robbins, Andy Kindler
2000-09-01
During CBS Mailbag, Gerard explains why he's voting for Bush, and Dave marries Richard Hatch of "Survivor I" fame.
E11
Carson Daly, Dwight Yoakam
2000-09-04
During a segment called "Summer Memories," Anton recalls being attacked by a giant mosquito. Later, Carson Daly plugs "TRL."
E12
Renee Zellweger, Bonnie Raitt
2000-09-05
After reviewing stills of Dave's hand being stitched up, we're ready for the removal of the stitches, simulcast on www.cbs.com/lateshow. In the guest chair is Dr. Lou Arrone; he says Dave "almost cut off the tip of his finger." Dr. Robert Hodgkiss comes out and puts on goofy glasses. The Hi-Ho Ba...
E13
Jamie Foxx, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals
2000-09-06
Alan interrupts Dave, claiming Monday was his 5th anniversary working on the show. He's mad because Dave forgot. He runs out into street, strips to his undies, and flips Dave off.
E14
Jesse Ventura, Spinal Tap
2000-09-07
An audience member from Buffalo named Mel Chastain plays "Know Your Professional Bill Gates Lookalikes." Dave likes her so much that Biff hands her "Lion King" tickets.
E15
Greg Kinnear, Jake Johannsen
2000-09-08
CBS Mailbag: Dave teaches grade school, while "AP writer Adam Klymer" (the scribe Dubya referred to as a "Major League Asshole," as played by Gerard) gives the future president the finger. Later, Greg Kinnear promotes "Dinner with Friends."
E16
Marat Safin, Sting
2000-09-11
Biff blows up a bicycle tube and a soccer ball with a tire pump; Sting and Cheb Mami sing "Desert Rose."
E17
Chris Rock, Emmylou Harris
2000-09-12
How Many Guys in Cat Suits Can Fit into a Coffee Shop? Walking in with no resistance are seven cats, a dog, Santa, a guy in a red cape, three monkeys, Moses, Dracula, Hercules, and a clown.
E18
Sally Field, Eddie Irvine
2000-09-13
A "Banned from the Classroom" bit includes a jar of spit ball spit; Jack Daniels drink boxes; Professor George W. Bush's Build Your Own Electric Chair kit; the book Human Sexuality by the Gores; Elmer's Paste with Sprinkles; Dave Letterman anatomy chart; Crayola 64 pack cigarettes; and Hot Wheel Car...
E19
Al Gore, Crosby Stills & Nash
2000-09-14
Warren Zevon fills in for Paul Shaffer, who was sick that night.
E20
Kate Hudson, Supergrass
2000-09-15
Nadine and Andrea rescue Calvert from under Dave's desk again. Later, Dave shows a "new" Hillary Clinton ad.

🎭 Cast of Late Show with David Letterman Season 8

David Letterman
David Letterman
Self - Host
Paul Shaffer
Paul Shaffer
Self -Musical Director
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Alan Kalter
Self - Announcer (voice)

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