The Colbert Report (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Series · ★ 6.9
Released in 2005, The Colbert Report is a news and comedy series.
What it’s about. The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Colbert Report is a spin-off from and counterpart to The Daily Show that comments on politics and the media in a similar way. The show focuses on a fictional anchorman character named Stephen Colbert, played by his real-life namesake. The character, described by Colbert as a "well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot", is a caricature of televised political pundits.
Who’s in it. The Colbert Report stars Stephen Colbert as Self - Host, Rick Springfield as Self, Peggy Noonan as Self and George Wendt as Santa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Colbert Report has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Colbert Report page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Colbert Report tend to enjoy Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Conan, Saturday Night Live and The Daily Show.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Colbert Report (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Colbert Report change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Colbert Report worth watching?
- The Colbert Report holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy news and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Colbert Report?
- The Colbert Report stars Stephen Colbert, Rick Springfield, Peggy Noonan, George Wendt and Catherine Crier.
- When was The Colbert Report released?
- The Colbert Report was released in 2005.