The final episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is set to air on May 21, 2026, at 11:35 p.m. ET on CBS. This marks the end of a successful run for Colbert, who took over the show in 2015. Fans can watch the finale through various platforms, including Paramount Plus Premium, which requires a $14/month subscription for live CBS streaming. Other options include DirecTV and Fubo, both of which offer free trials. The final episode is expected to be longer than the usual hour, with CBS scheduling it until around 12:54 a.m. ET. While no guests have been officially announced, the lead-up episodes have featured a star-studded lineup, hinting at notable appearances for the finale. Following Colbert's departure, Byron Allen's Comics Unleashed will take over the time slot, with no replacement host for The Late Show. In a show of respect, competing late-night shows, including The Tonight Show and Jimmy Kimmel Live!, will not air new episodes that night.