The Daily Show
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"With Stewart back and a deep bench of correspondents, this satire powerhouse is essential viewing for election season sanity."
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Series Deep Dive:
In an era where the news cycle moves faster than a politician backtracking on a campaign promise, The Daily Show remains the essential digest for sanity. Whether it is the legendary Jon Stewart anchoring Mondays or the sharp-tongued News Team dissecting the rest of the week, this isn't just satire; it is a coping mechanism. The format thrives on the immediacy of the headlines, turning legislative absurdity and election chaos into punchlines that actually land. With the political landscape shifting hourly, missing an episode means missing the joke everyone will be quoting tomorrow. To stay ahead of the spin room and catch every scathing monologue, adding a reminder for the next episode is the smartest vote you can cast.
Season: 31
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jan 05, 2026 | Sen. Mark Kelly | |
| E2 | Jan 06, 2026 | Park Chan-wook | |
| E3 | Jan 07, 2026 | Stephen J. Dubner | |
| E4 | Jan 08, 2026 | Lucy Liu | |
| E5 | Jan 12, 2026 | Jenin Younes | |
| E6 | Jan 13, 2026 | Joachim Trier | |
| E7 | Jan 14, 2026 | Langhorne Slim | |
| E8 | Jan 15, 2026 | Wagner Moura | |
| E9 | Jan 20, 2026 | Artis Stevens | |
| E10 | Jan 21, 2026 | Simu Liu | |
| E11 | Jan 22, 2026 | Alexandria Stapleton | |
| E12 | Jan 26, 2026 | Jason Rezaian | |
| E13 | Jan 27, 2026 | Michael Urie | |
| E14 | Jan 28, 2026 | Mikie Sherrill | |
| E15 | Jan 29, 2026 | Katherine LaNasa | |
| E16 | Feb 02, 2026 | Heather Ann Thompson | |
| E17 | Feb 03, 2026 | Paul Rosolie | |
| E18 | Feb 04, 2026 | Ms. Pat | |
| E19 | Feb 05, 2026 | Jon Shenk & Marcus Capone | |
| E20 | Feb 09, 2026 | Gov. Andy Beshear | |
| E21 | Feb 10, 2026 | Tim Blake Nelson | |
| E22 | Feb 11, 2026 | Andrew Jarecki | |
| E23 | Feb 12, 2026 | Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey | |
| E24 | Feb 23, 2026 | A. Mechele Dickerson | |
| E25 | Feb 24, 2026 | Padma Lakshmi | |
| E26 | Feb 25, 2026 | Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price | |
| E27 | Feb 26, 2026 | Christa Miller | |
| E28 | Mar 02, 2026 | Jafar Panahi | |
| E29 | Mar 03, 2026 | Geeta Gandbhir | |
| E30 | Mar 04, 2026 | Erika Alexander | |
| E31 | Mar 05, 2026 | Mychal Threets | |
| E32 | Mar 16, 2026 | Mayor Matt Mahan | |
| E33 | Mar 17, 2026 | George Saunders | |
| E34 | Mar 18, 2026 | Steve Zahn | |
| E35 | Mar 19, 2026 | Rebecca Traister | |
| E36 | Mar 23, 2026 | Jake Sullivan | |
| E37 | Mar 24, 2026 | Sterling K. Brown | |
| E38 | Mar 25, 2026 | The Kid Mero | |
| E39 | Mar 26, 2026 | Eiza González | |
| E40 | Mar 30, 2026 | Cindy Cohn | |
| E41 | Mar 31, 2026 | Julio Torres | |
| E42 | Apr 01, 2026 | Dr. Mary Claire Haver | |
| E43 | Apr 13, 2026 | Aziz Abu Sarah & Moaz Inon | |
| E44 | Apr 14, 2026 | Bao Nguyen | |
| E45 | Apr 15, 2026 | Zoe Lister-Jones | |
| E46 | Apr 16, 2026 | Lee Sung Jin | |
| E47 | Apr 20, 2026 | Annalena Baerbock | |
| E48 | Apr 21, 2026 | Noah Wyle | |
| E49 | Apr 22, 2026 | Maria Sharapova | |
| E50 | Apr 23, 2026 | Ben McKenzie | |
| E51 | Apr 27, 2026 | Jodi Kantor | |
| E52 | Apr 28, 2026 | Gaten Matarazzo | |
| E53 | Apr 29, 2026 | Ali Siddiq | |
| E54 | Apr 30, 2026 | RZA | |
| E55 | May 04, 2026 | Sherrilyn Ifill | |
| E56 | May 05, 2026 | Paul W. Downs | |
| E57 | May 06, 2026 | Marla Mindelle | |
| E58 | May 07, 2026 | Adam Scott | |
| E59 | May 11, 2026 | Josh Tyrangiel | |
| E60 | May 12, 2026 | Paul Dano | |
| E61 | May 13, 2026 | Neil deGrasse Tyson | |
| E62 | May 14, 2026 | Boots Riley | |
| E63 | May 18, 2026 | Soumaya Keynes & Chad P. Bown | |
| E64 | May 19, 2026 | Brendan Fraser | |
| E65 | May 20, 2026 | Jonnie Park aka Dumbfoundead | |
| E66 | May 21, 2026 | Weird Al Yankovic | |
| E67 | Jun 01, 2026 | Jason Bateman | |
| E68 | Jun 02, 2026 | Dr. Thomas Mather | |
| E69 | Jun 03, 2026 | Chase Infiniti | |
| E70 | Jun 04, 2026 | Beth Stern | |
| E71 | Jun 08, 2026 | TBA | |
| E72 | Jun 09, 2026 | TBA | |
| E73 | Jun 10, 2026 | TBA | |
| E74 | Jun 11, 2026 | TBA | |
| E75 | Jun 15, 2026 | TBA | |
| E76 | Jun 16, 2026 | TBA | |
| E77 | Jun 17, 2026 | TBA | |
| E78 | Jun 18, 2026 | TBA | |
| E79 | Jun 22, 2026 | TBA | |
| E80 | Jun 23, 2026 | TBA | |
| E81 | Jun 24, 2026 | TBA | |
| E82 | Jun 25, 2026 | TBA |
Broadcast Schedule - Daily Strip
Broadcast Cadence: Monday through Thursday nights
The Daily Show is a satirical news institution that airs weeknights on Comedy Central. Since its inception in 1996, the program has transitioned through several distinct eras to become a pillar of the late-night television landscape. It serves as a critical daily habit for its audience by distilling the complexities of the 24-hour news cycle into digestible, humorous segments that offer both information and emotional catharsis. The show has maintained its cultural footprint for decades by consistently adapting its voice to reflect the current political and social climate.
This longevity is rooted in the show's ability to act as a trusted filter for a massive viewership that seeks an alternative to traditional broadcast journalism. By blending sharp investigative satire with high-profile guest interviews, the series has cemented itself as a mandatory stop for politicians, authors, and activists. Its enduring success demonstrates how a consistent schedule and a reliable comedic perspective can turn a television program into a fundamental part of the public discourse, ensuring its place as a staple of modern media consumption.
Focus: Late-night satirical news and political commentary
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Technical Details
- Network: Comedy Central
- Seasons: 31
- Years: 1996 - 2026
- Genre: Comedy, News, Talk Show
- Rating: TV-14
