A late-night show generally refers to a type of television program that airs late in the evening, typically following prime time and before the overnight slot. In the United States, late-night shows are mostly talk shows featuring a host who delivers humorous monologues about the day's news, conducts interviews with guests, and includes comedy sketches and musical performances. This format was popularized by shows like "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" and typically includes a host sitting behind a desk with guests on a couch and often a house band.
One well-known example is the "Late Night" franchise on NBC, which started in 1982 and has had several hosts such as David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Fallon, and currently Seth Meyers. Each iteration retained its unique identity despite sharing the same title.
Late-night shows in the US are a significant part of late-night television programming, though their popularity has been declining in recent years due to changing viewing habits and audience fragmentation. Efforts continue to sustain and boost viewership, such as NBC scheduling special broadcasts of "The Tonight Show" after major sports events to attract larger audiences.
In other countries, late-night television may have different formats or less prominence compared to the US, often featuring repeat programs, movies, or news.
If more specific details about particular late-night shows or their programming schedule are needed, that can be explored further.
