Stephen Colbert serves as the host for a crime-focused drama series
In an exciting turn of events, American satirist Stephen Colbert is set to make a guest appearance in the third season of the dramatic crime series "Elsbeth," airing on the U.S. network CBS. This role marks a humorous nod to his real-life role as a late-night host, rather than a new acting career.
Colbert will appear as the host of a fictional late-night talk show called Way Late with Scotty Bristol in one episode of Elsbeth's third season, which is scheduled to air in October 2025. The episode was filmed last week.
The guest spot comes after the announcement of the end of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" in May 2026, a decision that sparked outrage among fans and many of Colbert's colleagues. Comedians Jimmy Kimmel, John Oliver, and Seth Meyers stood by him following the cancellation.
"Elsbeth" is a spin-off of the legal dramas "The Good Wife" and "The Good Fight." The series follows Elsbeth Tascioni, an eccentric lawyer played by Carrie Preston, who assists the police in solving murder cases.
This satire exposes Trump to ridicule in front of their audience, a tactic that late-night shows in America have been using since Trump's election as president to challenge his right-wing populism. Traditional media formats may struggle to keep up with Trump's many falsehoods and distortions.
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his approval of Stephen Colbert's cancellation on his online platform Truth Social. Trump implied that Colbert's talent was smaller than his ratings, a claim that has been a subject of debate among viewers.
Comedian Jon Stewart, a former host of "The Daily Show," commented on Colbert's cancellation, suggesting that fear and preemptive compliance may have contributed to the cancellation of Colbert's show. Stewart has been a vocal critic of the Trump administration and has used his platform to challenge the president's policies.
This will be Colbert's first time on "Elsbeth," and there is no indication it is a recurring role. Despite the cancellation of his late-night show, Colbert remains a prominent figure in the world of satire and political comedy.
In this unique crossover, Stephen Colbert is set to deliver his humorous touch as the host of a fictional late-night talk show within an episode of the third season of "Elsbeth," a spin-off of the legal dramas "The Good Wife" and "The Good Fight." As movie and TV fans eagerly await the October 2025 airing of the episode, they can also expect a blend of celebrity appearances and top-notch entertainment.
