There are two prominent late shows with upcoming return dates:
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS, US) will return with new episodes on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. It is currently on a summer hiatus with reruns airing in the meantime. The show was recently announced to end after the 2025-2026 broadcast season.
- The Late Late Show (RTÉ, Ireland) hosted by Patrick Kielty will return for a new season on Friday, September 12, 2025. This return is a bit later than its usual early September start. Audience ticket applications are open for the upcoming season.
Thus, "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" will be back first, on September 2, 2025, followed by "The Late Late Show" on September 12, 2025. Both are currently in reruns or on summer breaks.
