
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Episode Rating Graph
Apr 2014 - present

Apr 2014 - present
8.6
A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.
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The first episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver aired on April 27, 2014.
The last episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver aired on March 19, 2023.
There are 276 episodes of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
There are 10 seasons of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.
Yes.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is set to return for future episodes.
S2 Ep8
8.7
5th Apr 2015
There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.
S1 Ep5
8.5
1st Jun 2014
John talks about the rise of the far-right political parties in Europe, the Ukrainian election, Afghanistan, Net Neutrality, Australia's hard-line right-wing Prime Minister Tony Abbott and the 2014 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
S2 Ep2
8.5
15th Feb 2015
Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the U.S., smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas and how Phillip Morris International in particular is employing some unethical legal practices while suing some of the world's poorest countries. Plus, we've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.
S1 Ep18
8.5
21st Sep 2014
John covers the results of the Scottish referendum that took place the week before and explains why the policy of United States having embargo against Cuba doesn't make sense . The main story focuses on the Miss America pageant and their scholarships to women. John explains how outdated and absurd the requirements for the contestants are and to illustrate these problems, stages his own pageant with the help of a guest star - Kathy Griffin.
S1 Ep24
8.5
9th Nov 2014
The Lottery: State lotteries claim to be good for education and the general wellbeing of citizens. But are they? (Spoiler alert: No.) Also, there is a cannon that shoots salmon over dams. It’s awesome. Check it out.
S1 Ep21
8.4
19th Oct 2014
Translators who have aided the U.S. Military in Afghanistan and Iraq are in great danger in their home countries, but red tape is making it impossible for many of them to leave. John Oliver interviews FNU Mohammad, one translator who made it out. Plus, since cameras aren’t allowed in the Supreme Court discussions, most coverage of the important cases looks like garbage. John fixes that problem with real animals and fake paws.
S1 Ep20
8.4
5th Oct 2014
Main story: how desperate the American law enforcement is to make money out of everyone by using the process called the "civil asset forfeiture," and how it would make for a weird episode of "Law and Order." Plus, John wants to host the 2022 Winter Olympics and how is Columbus Day still a thing.
S6 Ep29
8.4
10th Nov 2019
After winning a legal battle involving a coal executive and a giant squirrel, John Oliver explains how SLAPP suits are designed to stifle public dissent.
S3 Ep3
8.4
28th Feb 2016
John talks about the Egyptian president and economic crisis, the Guantanamo Bay shutdown and Donald Trump.
S1 Ep17
8.4
14th Sep 2014
John talks about the NFL's decision on Ray Rice's contract, the international response to ISIS, Scotland's separation from the United Kingdom and Twitter hashtags that are being misused by corporations.
S1 Ep7
8.4
15th Jun 2014
John talks about US Immigration and interviews Professor Stephen Hawking.
S2 Ep17
8.4
14th Jun 2015
The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in. Plus, information about the 2015 European Games and the Canadian Senate expenses scandal.
S1 Ep6
8.4
8th Jun 2014
John talks about California Chrome and the Belmont Stakes, FIFA and the 2014 World Cup, and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
S2 Ep25
8.4
16th Aug 2015
John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.
S4 Ep1
8.4
12th Feb 2017
Donald Trump spreads a lot of false information thanks to his daily consumption of morning cable news. If only we could sneak some facts into the president’s media diet.
S1 Ep16
8.4
7th Sep 2014
John talks about ISIS and student loan debt. Musical group A Great Big World make a special appearance.
S1 Ep15
8.4
17th Aug 2014
Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.
S2 Ep24
8.4
9th Aug 2015
Sex education varies widely between school districts, leaving many teens without comprehensive information. We made a video that covers what some schools are too embarrassed to teach.
S1 Ep8
8.3
22nd Jun 2014
John talks about Iraq, Antarctica tourism and Dr. Oz's "Miracle Drug".
S7 Ep14
8.3
7th Jun 2020
This episode tackles the hard truth about the history of Police in the United States and the many problems that are faced in fixing those problems.
S1 Ep12
8.3
27th Jul 2014
John talks about human rights violations in the Middle East, nuclear disarmament and Russia's science satellite that lost communication.
S3 Ep30
8.3
13th Nov 2016
The presidential race has been a hell of a ride. ‘Last Week Tonight’ closes out the election and Season 3 with a bang.
S1 Ep11
8.3
20th Jul 2014
John talks about the Gaza crisis, the decay of American prisons and the gambling addiction problem in Singapore.
S2 Ep15
8.3
31st May 2015
After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA. Also, Thailand's ignorance about the world's history involving Hitler might require some re-education.
S1 Ep10
8.3
13th Jul 2014
John talks about modern American income inequality, Warren G. Harding's love letters and President Obama's "Day In The Life" tour.
S3 Ep14
8.2
5th Jun 2016
John Oliver Takes On Debt Buyers: Companies that purchase debt on the cheap will aggressively collect on it. 'Last Week Tonight’ took a hands-on approach to addressing this issue.
S4 Ep11
8.2
7th May 2017
Equal access to online information is once again under serious threat. John Oliver encourages internet commenters to voice their displeasure to the FCC by visiting www.gofccyourself.com.
S1 Ep3
8.2
11th May 2014
John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations and interviews Bill Nye about Climate Change.
S1 Ep13
8.2
3rd Aug 2014
John talks about Uganda's anti-gay laws, the CIA's recent report on their use of torture, the New York Port Authority, Argentina's default on debt and native advertising.
S1 Ep23
8.2
2nd Nov 2014
While midterm coverage is largely focused on the parts of Congress that do very little, vital (and bizarre) midterm elections are going unexamined. State legislators pass a lot of bills, and some of that efficiency is thanks to a group called ALEC that writes legislation for them. It’s as shady as it sounds!
S2 Ep16
8.2
7th Jun 2015
John Oliver explains why America’s bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.
S1 Ep22
8.2
26th Oct 2014
John Oliver talks about a Russian submarine in Sweden, ebola in New York, added sugar in food, Rob Ford's brother and interviews Jane Goodall.
S1 Ep14
8.2
10th Aug 2014
John talks about the return of US military actions in Iraq, replacing all passwords due to a global security breach and the terrible practices of the Payday Loan industry.
S1 Ep4
8.2
18th May 2014
John talks about the product recall going on at General Motors, the EU Court of Justice "Right to be Forgotten" ruling and updates us on how the Indian election is going with help from Fareed Zakaria.
S1 Ep9
8.2
29th Jun 2014
John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.
S5 Ep30
8.2
18th Nov 2018
John Oliver discusses the growing number of authoritarian leaders around the world, their common characteristics, and whether or not one of them is currently our president.
S4 Ep30
8.2
12th Nov 2017
One year after the presidential election, John Oliver discusses what we've learned so far and enlists our catheter cowboy to teach Donald Trump what he hasn't.
S4 Ep19
8.2
30th Jul 2017
Alex Jones is known for pushing conspiracy theories, but he also spends a lot of time promoting his own products. John Oliver and a “doctor” “from” M.I.T. test out his marketing strategy.
S2 Ep5
8.2
8th Mar 2015
A set of Supreme Court decisions made over 100 years ago has left U.S. territories without meaningful representation. That’s weird, right? Plus, daylight saving time doesn’t actually benefit anyone. Strangely, it’s still a thing!
S1 Ep19
8.2
28th Sep 2014
John discusses U.S. military drones and the Kansas state budget shortfall. Also, Narendra Modi, the Prime Minster of India visited New York and did some classic New York things.
S1 Ep1
8.2
27th Apr 2014
John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful and talks with the former NSA Director General Keith Alexander.
S3 Ep2
8.2
21st Feb 2016
John talks about the South Carolina Republican primary, the Supreme Court vacancy and abortion, which theoretically is legal in the U.S., but some states make it practically inaccessible. Plus, how is Hollywood whitewashing still a thing?
S7 Ep30
8.2
15th Nov 2020
A week after Joe Biden’s win in the US presidential election, John Oliver discusses Donald Trump’s various attempts to overturn the results, why his claims don’t hold water, and the consequences of indulging him.
S5 Ep10
8.2
6th May 2018
Rudy Giuliani is new to Trump’s legal team, but not to public controversy. Last Week Tonight examines his turbulent record in the wake of his recent political upsets.
S4 Ep4
8.1
5th Mar 2017
Tibetan Buddhists have suffered deep persecution by the Chinese government. John Oliver sits down with the Dalai Lama to discuss China, the conditions in Tibet, and horse milk.
S4 Ep15
8.1
11th Jun 2017
In the wake of a divisive election, the UK will begin the process of leaving the European Union. John Oliver and an intergalactic space lord propose a plan.
S2 Ep21
8.1
19th Jul 2015
Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.
S4 Ep2
8.1
19th Feb 2017
Vladimir Putin is known as a ruthless leader and master manipulator. John Oliver enlists a group of singing dancers to explain that to Donald Trump.
S2 Ep4
8.1
1st Mar 2015
America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.
S2 Ep1
8.1
8th Feb 2015
John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors. Also, since RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy, John has created a farewell message for them. Plus, the online sessions by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa to address the public aren't going too well.
S4 Ep26
8.1
8th Oct 2017
Confederate symbols are still celebrated despite the ugly history they symbolize. John Oliver suggests some representations of southern pride that involve less racism and more Stephen Colbert.
S3 Ep1
8.1
14th Feb 2016
John talks about the late Antonin Scalia's love of the Letter of the Law, Chipotle's food safety problems, how Voter IDs laws should be applied to those who write them, and New Zealand's economic development minister Steven Joyce.
S2 Ep35
8.1
22nd Nov 2015
John reflects on the aftermath of Paris attacks and how it affects refugees worldwide. Plus, he questions the usefulness of the U.S. penny, since minting the coins costs more than they're actually worth.
S3 Ep23
8.1
25th Sep 2016
Taking a walk down memory lane, 'Last Week Tonight' assesses Donald Trump's vs. Hillary Clinton's scandals.
S4 Ep9
8.1
16th Apr 2017
The presidential election in France could determine the political future of Europe. John Oliver visits an excessively French bistro to deliver an urgent message to voters.
S1 Ep2
8.1
4th May 2014
John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande and the rising issues happening in Brunei.
S3 Ep5
8.1
13th Mar 2016
Strong encryption poses problems for law enforcement, is weakening it worth the risks it presents? It’s…complicated.
S2 Ep14
8.1
17th May 2015
John Oliver explains how chicken farming can be unfair, punishing, and inhumane. And not just for the chickens!
S5 Ep2
8.1
25th Feb 2018
Italy is in the throes of a turbulent race to elect a new prime minister. John Oliver discusses the colorful contenders and introduces an equally ridiculous candidate.
S4 Ep6
8.1
19th Mar 2017
Donald Trump's federal budget plan proposes large funding cuts with largely negative consequences. John Oliver examines the troubling priorities of the new administration.
S5 Ep5
8.1
18th Mar 2018
John Oliver can't help but say nice things about the Vice President's rabbit, Marlon Bundo. Last Week Tonight even wrote a children's book about him.
S2 Ep10
8.1
19th Apr 2015
For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!
S4 Ep18
8.1
2nd Jul 2017
Sinclair Broadcast Group is the largest owner of local TV stations in the country. That's alarming considering that they often inject political views into local news.
S3 Ep22
8.1
21st Aug 2016
Charter schools are privately run, publicly funded, and irregularly regulated. John Oliver explores why they aren’t at all like pizzerias.
S4 Ep16
8.1
18th Jun 2017
We’ve heard a lot of talk about coal miners in the last year, but what are the real issues surrounding coal? John Oliver and a giant squirrel look into it.
S2 Ep3
8.1
22nd Feb 2015
The vast majority of US judges are elected, forcing many judges to pander to the electorate and accept campaign money in order to keep their jobs. This seems slightly troubling... The UK's Labour Party has painted a campaign van pink in an attempt to attract women voters. We are glad they didn't keep going with that strategy.
S2 Ep28
8.1
27th Sep 2015
Millions of migrants seeking asylum in Europe face hostility, racism, and red tape. John Oliver does one admittedly tiny thing for one of them. Plus Pope's visit to the U.S., the unsavory practices of Volkswagen car manufacturer, and some shocking allegations about the activities of former British PM David Cameron.
S4 Ep17
8.1
25th Jun 2017
The benefits of vaccines far outweigh the minuscule risks, but some parents still question their safety. John Oliver discusses why some people may still feel uncertainty about childhood vaccinations.
S2 Ep7
8.1
22nd Mar 2015
If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life. Also, the New Hampshire legislature refused to make the red-tailed hawk the official raptor of their state... so Last Week Tonight made it the official raptor of the show.
S5 Ep24
8.1
30th Sep 2018
John Oliver discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh, the sexual assault allegations against him, his Supreme Court nomination, and what that could all mean for the highest (mostly-dog) court in the land.
S2 Ep11
8.1
26th Apr 2015
John explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.
S2 Ep6
8.1
15th Mar 2015
The NCAA doesn’t pay athletes because they consider them amateurs. The NCAA considers them amateurs because they don’t get paid.
S3 Ep24
8.1
2nd Oct 2016
John Oliver discusses the systems in place to investigate and hold police officers accountable for misconduct.
S2 Ep13
8.0
10th May 2015
Many American companies do not offer paid leave after the birth of a child, which means they probably shouldn’t run sappy Mother’s Day ads. Also, the Japanese have some unhealthy obsession with mascots and John proposes to adopt some of that culture in the U.S. government agencies as well.
S4 Ep5
8.0
12th Mar 2017
The Republican health care bill could leave many Americans without affordable coverage. Last Week Tonight's catheter cowboy returns to morning cable news to explain that to Donald Trump.
S4 Ep24
8.0
24th Sep 2017
Big businesses are getting even bigger thanks to a rise in corporate mergers. John Oliver explains why that could make you want to physically destroy your cable box.
S2 Ep26
8.0
23rd Aug 2015
This year’s gay marriage ruling was a milestone, but LGBT discrimination is still surprisingly legal. John Oliver explains why we need a federal anti-discrimination law. Plus, the rising tensions on the border between North and South Korea, and why Vladimir Putin has started a war on food.
S3 Ep19
8.0
31st Jul 2016
Main segment: Democratic National Convention. Segments: Voter ID Laws, 2016 Turkish Purges
S5 Ep21
8.0
19th Aug 2018
Donald Trump is waging a trade war that hurts a lot of American workers. Maybe he would understand that if our heavy-handed documentaries about the global trading system were more informative.
S6 Ep1
8.0
17th Feb 2019
The UK could officially leave the European Union next month, which would be a huge change with hugely damaging consequences.
S6 Ep4
8.0
10th Mar 2019
Robocalls are a growing problem. If only we could make the FCC care a little bit more about fixing it.
S6 Ep5
8.0
17th Mar 2019
John Oliver talks about the power of public shaming, good and bad.
S8 Ep16
7.3
20th Jun 2021
John Oliver explains how PACE, a program meant to pay for environmentally-friendly home renovations, is fundamentally flawed and can put people at risk of losing their homes. Plus, why hosting summer Olympics in Tokyo this year is a bad idea and why dog shows are weird.
S8 Ep11
7.4
9th May 2021
John Oliver discusses the importance of black hair, the ways it can be a target of discrimination, and some ideas to address that.
S8 Ep15
7.4
13th Jun 2021
John Oliver explains how the failure to air-condition prisons can cause both physical and mental health issues for incarcerated people, and why the solution is simpler than you might think. Plus, some truly unique local car dealership ads.
S8 Ep9
7.4
18th Apr 2021
John Oliver details why people file for bankruptcy, how needlessly difficult the process can be, and the ways we can better serve people struggling with debt.
S7 Ep21
7.4
16th Aug 2020
John Oliver takes a look at why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors, who their absence impacts, and what we can do to create a fairer system.
S10 Ep4
7.5
12th Mar 2023
John Oliver discusses TANF – a federal program designed to help families with little to no income – who’s currently receiving these vital funds, who should be receiving them, and what it all has to do with Brett Favre.
S8 Ep18
7.5
25th Jul 2021
John Oliver breaks down the long history of housing discrimination in the U.S., the damage it's done, and, crucially, what we can do about it.
S8 Ep14
7.5
6th Jun 2021
John Oliver discusses the large and diverse group of people who fall under the term "Asian American", the history of the model minority stereotype, and why our conversations on the subject need to be better-informed.
S8 Ep8
7.5
11th Apr 2021
Main story: Why nursing homes and assisted living facilities need fixing; plus, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program; Matt Gaetz and Venmo; R.I.P. Yahoo! Answers.
S8 Ep19
7.5
1st Aug 2021
John Oliver explains how emergency medical services function in the U.S., why they can be so expensive, and what we can do to fix things.
S8 Ep17
7.5
27th Jun 2021
Health Care Sharing Ministries, or HCSMs, advertise themselves as a more affordable, faith-based alternative to health insurance. But John Oliver explains some of the massive limitations these plans can have.
S8 Ep6
7.5
21st Mar 2021
Main story: How plastics are harming the planet, and why recycling isn’t the solution you think it is; plus, the Atlanta mass shootings and hate crimes against Asian-Americans.
S8 Ep4
7.5
7th Mar 2021
Main story: The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss.
S7 Ep17
7.6
28th Jun 2020
Like coronavirus and unemployment issues evictions is something that USA could prepared for. While people are choosing between rent and food due to the pandemic, John Oliver presented the flaws of current system and flawed solution. He urges federal government to come with a proper solution for the affected soon. Also, some people refuse to wear masks, and Papa John embraces TikTok.
S9 Ep11
7.6
15th May 2022
John Oliver discusses the incredible amount of power we give electric utility companies, how weakly regulated they are, and why they get such bad Yelp reviews. Plus, a look at Alabama's extreme anti-trans law and some ridiculous participants of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022.
S8 Ep28
7.6
31st Oct 2021
With homelessness increasing nationwide, John Oliver takes a look at the way we discuss the unhoused, what policy failures are making the problem worse, and how we can help.
S6 Ep22
7.6
8th Sep 2019
John Oliver explains why filibusters exist, why they shouldn't, and why it's stupid to drink coffee like a cat.
S6 Ep12
7.6
19th May 2019
America’s system for conducting death investigations is a mess. John Oliver explains why we should all be a little more concerned about fixing it.
S8 Ep7
7.6
4th Apr 2021
Main story: How national debt works and why it might be more helpful than you'd think; plus, Giuliani freaks over Lil Nas X; Amazon's anti-union tactics; Peeps and Pepsi form an unholy alliance.
S9 Ep5
7.6
27th Mar 2022
John Oliver discusses why overdoses in the U.S. have been on the rise and what we should, and shouldn't, be doing to prevent them. Plus, a rather odd yearly tradition in Nenana, Alaska.
S10 Ep1
7.6
19th Feb 2023
John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky’s relationship to rainbows. Plus, the Fox News lawsuit and the Ohio train derailment.
S7 Ep27
7.6
25th Oct 2020
John Oliver talks about the situation of asylum seekers in USA under Trump administration. He points out the three major changes in policy (migrant protection protocols, safe third country agreements and Title 42) which are deciding the future of asylum seekers.
S7 Ep16
7.6
21st Jun 2020
In the latest episode on coronavirus John talks about US prisons and jails. These confined spaces have frightening number of COVID-19 infections. And there has been insufficient initiatives to address the matter. Consequently, in some cases inmates are taking matters in their own hand to raise concern about situation behind bars.
S9 Ep22
7.6
11th Sep 2022
John Oliver discusses the wildly popular television franchise, what it’s been teaching us about law enforcement, and how it differs from the reality. Plus, some important developments in British politics.
S8 Ep22
7.6
22nd Aug 2021
John Oliver discusses the end of America's war with Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis being left behind.
S9 Ep26
7.6
16th Oct 2022
John Oliver discusses the latest round of attacks on transgender rights, what’s at stake, and how kids are schooling the ignorant adults on this topic. Plus, why the Crimean Bridge is having a bad time these days.
S10 Ep5
7.6
19th Mar 2023
John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it’s so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.
S7 Ep10
7.6
3rd May 2020
John points out the failure of The FDA and federal government when experts encourage widespread coronavirus testing for several months. The number of tests being done everyday far behind the lowest recommended number. John talks about the different types of tests: diagnostic and antibody tests, and how the tests work.
S8 Ep24
7.6
26th Sep 2021
John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who's behind them, and what we can do about it. Plus, John enters several paintings in the annual Duck Stamp contest.
S5 Ep27
7.6
28th Oct 2018
State AGs have become major partisan players in national politics, so the races to elect them are worth your attention.
S8 Ep2
7.6
21st Feb 2021
Main story: Working conditions in the meatpacking industry; plus, the Texas power crisis in the wake of severe winter weather.
S8 Ep27
7.6
24th Oct 2021
John Oliver discusses Taiwan's history of being governed by other countries, its fraught present-day relationship with China, and what its citizens would want their future to look like.
S7 Ep12
7.6
17th May 2020
John discusses the sudden disappearance of sports due to coronavirus, how their absence is impacting people emotionally and financially, and the complications of bringing them back anytime soon.
S8 Ep10
7.6
2nd May 2021
John Oliver explains why some people don't want to get the Covid-19 vaccine and how they might be reassured.
S9 Ep9
7.6
1st May 2022
John Oliver discusses environmental racism, how both government and industry are failing people of color and how zoning is manipulating the same people to live in adverse conditions. Plus, pandas doing some weird things and 'gas math' by Shaquille O'Neal.
S7 Ep2
7.6
23rd Feb 2020
Main story: John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and his government's Hindu nationalism; plus, a look at Mike Bloomberg's presidential campaign.
S9 Ep12
7.6
22nd May 2022
John Oliver discusses one of the largest franchises in the U.S., how their business model doesn’t always serve franchisees, and what it all has to do with Korean dramas.
S8 Ep1
7.7
14th Feb 2021
Main story: What could cause the next pandemic, what we can do to avoid it, and why you shouldn’t kiss pigs; plus, Impeachment Part 2.
S8 Ep20
7.7
8th Aug 2021
John Oliver explains how the Sackler family has been handling lawsuits related to the opioid crisis, how hard they've been fighting to defend their name, and why you should judge the situation for yourself.
S9 Ep21
7.7
21st Aug 2022
John Oliver explains what carbon offsets are, what they claim to do, how they might be making climate change even worse, and, of course, how Oscar Isaac is getting hotter.
S9 Ep25
7.7
9th Oct 2022
John Oliver discusses the outlets that cover crime, the incentives that drive them, the flawed sources they rely upon, and an alternative name for Miss Piggy. Plus, why teenage girls in Iran are leading massive protests against the current regime.
S7 Ep15
7.7
14th Jun 2020
Facial recognition is no longer an issue of a thriller movie. It has become a part of our life. John Oliver talks about various aspects and global practice of facial recognition technology. He explains how dangerous it could be by addressing the questionable activities of facial recognition company Clearview AI.
S6 Ep25
7.7
6th Oct 2019
John Oliver discusses China’s one-child policy, and all its consequences, intended and not.
S9 Ep4
7.7
13th Mar 2022
John Oliver explains why concert tickets are so expensive, who’s making money off of them, and which One Direction is his favorite. Plus, the introduction of some appalling anti-LGBT laws in several states.
S8 Ep5
7.7
14th Mar 2021
Main story: Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he's admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.
S6 Ep2
7.7
24th Feb 2019
Psychics may seem harmless and fun on TV, but they can make a lot of money by exploiting vulnerable people.
S5 Ep11
7.7
13th May 2018
John Oliver discusses the devastating economic crisis in Venezuela and enlists the help of a large bird who bears a striking resemblance to Wilmer Valderrama.
S5 Ep16
7.7
24th Jun 2018
Mexico is on the verge of a major election. John Oliver discusses some things we should know about the races and one thing we should not know about Santa Claus.
S3 Ep7
7.7
3rd Apr 2016
Lawmakers have to raise money to keep their jobs, but a surprising amount of their job now consists of raising money. John Oliver sits down with Congressman Steve Israel to discuss the costs of political spending.
S7 Ep24
7.7
27th Sep 2020
In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, John Oliver discusses the future of the Supreme Court, why the government doesn’t always represent the political leanings of the electorate, and how those issues will impact the next generation of Americans.
S9 Ep6
7.7
3rd Apr 2022
John Oliver explains how truck drivers get paid, how they often don’t, and how companies exploit them to increase profits. Plus, Republican congressman Madison Cawthorn's tales of GOP orgies and drug use has him in trouble with his own party.
S8 Ep12
7.7
16th May 2021
Main Story: John Oliver takes a look at why “stand your ground” laws were created, who they protect, and, crucially, who they don’t. Plus, a look at the past week’s events in Israel.
S6 Ep26
7.7
13th Oct 2019
John talks about Weather forecasting, Barry Lee Myers and the National Weather Service
S6 Ep9
7.7
21st Apr 2019
Following the release of the Mueller Report, John Oliver discusses what we’ve learned.
S7 Ep25
7.7
4th Oct 2020
Weeks out from the 2020 presidential election, John Oliver takes a look at various efforts to destabilize the vote, how to ensure your ballot is properly counted, and why we may need to prepare not just for an election night, but for an election month.
S9 Ep19
7.7
7th Aug 2022
John Oliver discusses the recent monkeypox outbreak in the U.S., how the authorities have fumbled the response to it, and some aspirations for this coming autumn. Plus, Walter from Butler, Indiana, likes to share stuff, perhaps a little too much.
S6 Ep15
7.7
16th Jun 2019
With a national conversation underway about the possibility of impeachment, John Oliver discusses whether the benefits outweigh the potential risks.
S5 Ep12
7.7
20th May 2018
Other segments: Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, proposed 2018 North Korea-United States summit
S9 Ep18
7.7
31st Jul 2022
John Oliver discusses the cracks in our broken mental health care system; plus, a look at who's running to become the UK's prime minister.
S5 Ep25
7.7
7th Oct 2018
Brazil is about to elect a new president during a turbulent period of political corruption and economic uncertainty. John Oliver urges the people of Brazil not to figuratively fingerbang their democracy.
S9 Ep20
7.7
14th Aug 2022
John Oliver discusses what’s happened since the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, how their ongoing crisis has even more to do with our decisions than you might think, and how to properly modify the verb “feel”. Plus, some true masterpieces of an AI-generated art.
S8 Ep25
7.7
3rd Oct 2021
John Oliver discusses PFAS - a class of chemicals linked to an array of health issues - and why their widespread use isn't as magical as it may seem.
S8 Ep23
7.7
12th Sep 2021
John Oliver discusses the longtime leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, and the many reasons his country's citizens have not to like him.
S3 Ep9
7.7
17th Apr 2016
Lead poisoning is a national problem. If only lawmakers were as concerned as the puppets on Sesame Street.
S8 Ep29
7.7
7th Nov 2021
John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun the balloons are.
S7 Ep13
7.7
31st May 2020
John explains the importance of voting by mail. Also, mass protests against police brutality erupt in Minneapolis, TV hosts inquire about the odd objects behind their stay-at-home guests, and John schools UFC president Dana White.
S8 Ep26
7.7
10th Oct 2021
John Oliver discusses how misinformation spreads among immigrant diaspora communities, how little some platforms have done to stop it, and, most importantly, how to have a very good morning.
S6 Ep13
7.7
2nd Jun 2019
John Oliver discusses the medical device industry, which is a huge business with a hugely troubling lack of regulation.
S10 Ep3
7.7
5th Mar 2023
John Oliver discusses Ron DeSantis, his track record as the governor of Florida, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the supposed dangers of “woke math.” Plus, the hilarious advertising by a plumbing company called Radiant.
S8 Ep21
7.7
15th Aug 2021
John Oliver discusses ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them.
S6 Ep21
7.7
18th Aug 2019
John Oliver discusses the roles that gender and racial bias can play in medical treatment.
S6 Ep16
7.7
23rd Jun 2019
Climbing Mount Everest has become dangerously popular. John Oliver explains why.
S4 Ep20
7.7
6th Aug 2017
Donald Trump's plan to hire more Border Patrol agents could lead to more corruption and misconduct. If only their recruitment ads were designed to attract the most suitable applicants.
S6 Ep14
7.7
9th Jun 2019
There’s still nothing in our constitution that explicitly prohibits sex discrimination. John Oliver talks about how to fix that.
S7 Ep19
7.7
26th Jul 2020
The Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; plus, Trump’s authoritarian show of force in Portland; Martha Stewart loosens up.
S3 Ep4
7.7
6th Mar 2016
Special districts spend more public money than all city governments combined. That's odd considering most of us don't know they exist.
S9 Ep29
7.7
13th Nov 2022
John Oliver discusses the future of the British monarchy, what they have and have not acknowledged about their past, and how Winston Churchill preferred to go down waterslides. Plus, Steve Kornacki and his big board.
S6 Ep24
7.7
29th Sep 2019
Compounding pharmacies create medication tailored to the specific needs of individual patients. John Oliver explains why this small corner of the drug market can cause big problems.
S6 Ep19
7.7
4th Aug 2019
John Oliver explains how prisoners make and spend money, and how companies can profit at the expense of their families.
S10 Ep2
7.7
26th Feb 2023
Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of our lives, from self-driving cars to ChatGPT. John Oliver discusses how AI works, where it might be heading next, and, of course, why it hates the bus.
S7 Ep11
7.7
10th May 2020
John discusses the United States Postal Service which is in dire need of economic assistance from the government. He examines some of the essential services of the USPS and why it is facing such financial trouble due to a 2006 law requiring it to pre-pay health care benefits on a fifty year schedule while at the same time putting price caps on services and products.
S8 Ep30
7.7
14th Nov 2021
John Oliver discusses the mechanics of union busting, why the companies who do it face so few consequences, and what it really means when your manager wants to talk to you about "your attendance."
S1 Ep1
8.2
27th Apr 2014
John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful and talks with the former NSA Director General Keith Alexander.
S1 Ep2
8.1
4th May 2014
John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande and the rising issues happening in Brunei.
S1 Ep3
8.2
11th May 2014
John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations and interviews Bill Nye about Climate Change.
S1 Ep4
8.2
18th May 2014
John talks about the product recall going on at General Motors, the EU Court of Justice "Right to be Forgotten" ruling and updates us on how the Indian election is going with help from Fareed Zakaria.
S1 Ep5
8.5
1st Jun 2014
John talks about the rise of the far-right political parties in Europe, the Ukrainian election, Afghanistan, Net Neutrality, Australia's hard-line right-wing Prime Minister Tony Abbott and the 2014 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
S1 Ep6
8.4
8th Jun 2014
John talks about California Chrome and the Belmont Stakes, FIFA and the 2014 World Cup, and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
S1 Ep7
8.4
15th Jun 2014
John talks about US Immigration and interviews Professor Stephen Hawking.
S1 Ep8
8.3
22nd Jun 2014
John talks about Iraq, Antarctica tourism and Dr. Oz's "Miracle Drug".
S1 Ep9
8.2
29th Jun 2014
John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.
S1 Ep10
8.3
13th Jul 2014
John talks about modern American income inequality, Warren G. Harding's love letters and President Obama's "Day In The Life" tour.
S1 Ep11
8.3
20th Jul 2014
John talks about the Gaza crisis, the decay of American prisons and the gambling addiction problem in Singapore.
S1 Ep12
8.3
27th Jul 2014
John talks about human rights violations in the Middle East, nuclear disarmament and Russia's science satellite that lost communication.
S1 Ep13
8.2
3rd Aug 2014
John talks about Uganda's anti-gay laws, the CIA's recent report on their use of torture, the New York Port Authority, Argentina's default on debt and native advertising.
S1 Ep14
8.2
10th Aug 2014
John talks about the return of US military actions in Iraq, replacing all passwords due to a global security breach and the terrible practices of the Payday Loan industry.
S1 Ep15
8.4
17th Aug 2014
Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.
S1 Ep16
8.4
7th Sep 2014
John talks about ISIS and student loan debt. Musical group A Great Big World make a special appearance.
S1 Ep17
8.4
14th Sep 2014
John talks about the NFL's decision on Ray Rice's contract, the international response to ISIS, Scotland's separation from the United Kingdom and Twitter hashtags that are being misused by corporations.
S1 Ep18
8.5
21st Sep 2014
John covers the results of the Scottish referendum that took place the week before and explains why the policy of United States having embargo against Cuba doesn't make sense . The main story focuses on the Miss America pageant and their scholarships to women. John explains how outdated and absurd the requirements for the contestants are and to illustrate these problems, stages his own pageant with the help of a guest star - Kathy Griffin.
S1 Ep19
8.2
28th Sep 2014
John discusses U.S. military drones and the Kansas state budget shortfall. Also, Narendra Modi, the Prime Minster of India visited New York and did some classic New York things.
S1 Ep20
8.4
5th Oct 2014
Main story: how desperate the American law enforcement is to make money out of everyone by using the process called the "civil asset forfeiture," and how it would make for a weird episode of "Law and Order." Plus, John wants to host the 2022 Winter Olympics and how is Columbus Day still a thing.
S1 Ep21
8.4
19th Oct 2014
Translators who have aided the U.S. Military in Afghanistan and Iraq are in great danger in their home countries, but red tape is making it impossible for many of them to leave. John Oliver interviews FNU Mohammad, one translator who made it out. Plus, since cameras aren’t allowed in the Supreme Court discussions, most coverage of the important cases looks like garbage. John fixes that problem with real animals and fake paws.
S1 Ep22
8.2
26th Oct 2014
John Oliver talks about a Russian submarine in Sweden, ebola in New York, added sugar in food, Rob Ford's brother and interviews Jane Goodall.
S1 Ep23
8.2
2nd Nov 2014
While midterm coverage is largely focused on the parts of Congress that do very little, vital (and bizarre) midterm elections are going unexamined. State legislators pass a lot of bills, and some of that efficiency is thanks to a group called ALEC that writes legislation for them. It’s as shady as it sounds!
S1 Ep24
8.5
9th Nov 2014
The Lottery: State lotteries claim to be good for education and the general wellbeing of citizens. But are they? (Spoiler alert: No.) Also, there is a cannon that shoots salmon over dams. It’s awesome. Check it out.