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Stephen Colbert jokes about joining Netflix following The Late Show cancellation
Stephen Colbert has seemingly pitched himself to Netflix and Amazon following the cancellation of The Late Show. The late-night veteran is not shying away from the fact that he won’t have a job when his show ends in May 2026, and used the final Late Show episode before its summer hiatus to court potential new employers.
Stephen Colbert gives a shout out to Netflix to reach him after his CBS cancelation
Stephen Colbert, in the latest episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, gave a shout-out to Netflix to reach him in June, referring to the CBS show's cancellation.
Why Was 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' Canceled?
Stephen Colbert announced in July that CBS will be canceling “The Late Show” in May 2026, more than 10 years after he took over as host.
Why “The Late Show With Stephen Colbert ”isn't on this week — and when it returns amid cancellation
CBS announced last month that it would not just be ending Colbert's run on the network but retiring the venerable Late Show franchise as a whole after the 2025-26 broadcast season, calling the divisive decision a "purely financial" one "against a challenging backdrop in late night."
Stephen Colbert Puts on JD Vance Mask and Says ‘Netflix, Call Me’ After CBS Cancels ‘The Late Show’: ‘I’m Available in June’
Stephen Colbert isn’t shying away from making jokes about CBS’ recent cancellation of “The Late Show” — in fact, he’s looking for offers from other networks on air. On Thursday, during his final “Late Show” taping before a summer hiatus,
When Does Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Return?
Stephen Colbert is taking a summer break, with The Late Show not expected back until early September. The comedian has had a lot to deal with in recent weeks following the news that CBS was cancelling The Late Show.
Stephen Colbert jokes about his new job offers after The Late Show cancellation, says "Netflix, call me"
Television host Stephen Colbert joked that he is open to the offers from Netflix and Amazon Prime after his talk show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, got canceled by CBS.
What Stephen Colbert’s cancellation says about the future of TV
Late night shows no longer serve the role they once did — especially for generations raised on social media who don’t subscribe to TV packages. Waiting until 11:30 p.m. to hear the hot takes on the day's news is antiquated.
Opinion
Stephen Colbert’s Cancelation By CBS Marks An End In Broadcast TV
With James Corden and Taylor Tomlinson out the door, CBS’s decision to shut down 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' abandons its successful 30-year run in late-night TV.
Jeff Shell On Future Of CBS’ 10 PM Hour & Cancellation Of ‘Late Show With Stephen Colbert’
Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount Global put former NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell back in charge of a broadcast network. As President of the newly merged Paramount, he oversees the day-to-day operations of the conglomerate’s media businesses,
When Does Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ Return? Schedule Updates After Cancellation News
Stephen Colbert is taking a summer break, with The Late Show not expected back until early September. The comedian has had a lot to deal with in recent weeks following the news that CBS was cancelling The Late Show.
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Netflix Could Fix CBS’ Huge Mistake - And Save Colbert's The Late Show

The Late Show needs a new home, and either Netflix or HBO Max would be the perfect fit. In a monologue bit aired on August 7, ...

As Stephen Colbert Signs Off For Summer Hiatus, He Says: “Netflix, Call Me I’m Available In June”

Colbert, who is off for a few weeks on a summer hiatus, joked that he’s waiting to hear from Netflix and Amazon after CBS ...

Stephen Colbert courts Netflix and Amazon for a new job in “Late Show” monologue: 'I'm available in June'

The ousted late-night host is thinking ahead and courting Netflix for a job after he debuted a new JD Vance parody character, ...