Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014- )

RunningTalk Show showComedy

On Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, John Oliver presents a satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 23:00 (30 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Last Week Tonight with John Oliver premiere?

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver premiered on April 27, 2014.

Who is the host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

The host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is John Oliver.

What network airs Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver airs on HBO.

What is the format of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is a weekly news satire program.

What is the running time of each episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

Each episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver has a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

What are some topics that Last Week Tonight with John Oliver has covered?

Some topics that Last Week Tonight with John Oliver has covered include net neutrality, the death penalty, FIFA corruption, and the 2016 US Presidential election.

Has Last Week Tonight with John Oliver won any awards?

Yes, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver has won multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Variety Talk Series in 2016, 2017, and 2018.

Who is the executive producer of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

The executive producer of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is John Oliver himself, along with Tim Carvell, Liz Stanton, and James Taylor.

What segment does Last Week Tonight with John Oliver feature at the end of every episode?

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver features a segment called "And Now: This," that highlights some absurd or humorous news story from the past week.

What is the background music that plays during the opening credits of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

The background music that plays during the opening credits of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is called "Go" by Valley Lodge.

What is the tagline of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver?

The tagline of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is "The most important show on television, ever."

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Also known as

  • LWT
  • Шоуто на Джон Оливър (Bulgaria)
  • John Oliver-show az elmúlt hét híreiről (Hungary)
  • Știrile săptămânii cu John Oliver (Romania)

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