10 Shows Like The Daily Show (1996)

Description: Similar to The Daily Show, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver combines humor with in-depth investigative journalism. Both shows use satire to critique politics, social issues, and media, often featuring monologues and field segments. John Oliver, like Jon Stewart, employs a mix of comedy and serious analysis to engage audiences on complex topics.

Fact: John Oliver was a correspondent on The Daily Show before hosting his own show. The show is known for its deep dives into niche topics, often leading to real-world impact, such as changes in legislation. Unlike The Daily Show, Last Week Tonight airs weekly, allowing for more detailed segments.

Description: Stephen Colbert, another Daily Show alum, brings a similar satirical approach to The Late Show, though in a more traditional late-night format. Both shows use comedy to dissect political and cultural news, with Colbert's character-driven humor reminiscent of his Daily Show days.

Fact: Colbert hosted The Colbert Report, a Daily Show spin-off, before taking over The Late Show. The show features celebrity interviews, musical performances, and monologues. Colbert's 'Late Show' persona is more 'himself' compared to the character he played on The Colbert Report.

Description: Full Frontal with Samantha Bee is a direct descendant of The Daily Show, as Bee was a longtime correspondent. The show mirrors The Daily Show's blend of satire and serious journalism, with a focus on feminist perspectives and social justice issues.

Fact: Samantha Bee was the longest-serving correspondent on The Daily Show. Full Frontal was the first late-night comedy show hosted by a woman. The show often includes field pieces, similar to The Daily Show's famous remote segments.

Description: The Jim Jefferies Show follows The Daily Show's model of combining comedy with political commentary, though with Jefferies' more provocative and international perspective. Both shows use humor to explore serious issues, often through field segments and interviews.

Fact: Jim Jefferies is an Australian comedian known for his no-holds-barred style. The show often tackles gun control, a topic Jefferies is passionate about. Unlike The Daily Show, The Jim Jefferies Show had a more limited run but gained a cult following.

Description: Real Time with Bill Maher shares The Daily Show's focus on political satire and current events, but with a more panel-discussion format. Both shows feature sharp commentary on politics and culture, though Maher's style is more confrontational and debate-oriented.

Fact: Bill Maher's previous show, Politically Incorrect, was canceled due to controversial remarks post-9/1Real Time often features high-profile guests from politics, journalism, and entertainment. The show is known for its 'New Rules' segment, a humorous take on current events.

Description: The Colbert Report was a spin-off of The Daily Show, featuring Stephen Colbert as a satirical conservative pundit. Both shows use parody to critique media and politics, with Colbert's character offering a unique twist on the format.

Fact: The show's 'truthiness' term entered the cultural lexicon. Colbert's character was inspired by conservative pundits like Bill O'Reilly. The show won multiple Emmys and Peabody Awards.

Description: Jon Stewart's return to television with The Problem continues his Daily Show legacy of combining humor with serious discourse. The show delves into complex issues with a mix of comedy and in-depth interviews, much like his earlier work.

Fact: The show focuses on a single topic per episode, allowing for deeper exploration. Stewart's advocacy work, especially for 9/11 first responders, is a recurring theme. The show is produced for Apple TV+, marking Stewart's streaming debut.

Description: While more entertainment-focused, The Tonight Show shares The Daily Show's use of comedy to engage with current events, albeit in a lighter, less political manner. Both shows feature celebrity interviews and musical performances, though Fallon's tone is more playful.

Fact: Fallon was previously the host of Late Night before moving to The Tonight Show. The show is famous for its viral segments like 'Lip Sync Battle.' Fallon's impression of Donald Trump was a recurring bit during the 2016 election.

Description: Late Night with Seth Meyers features a 'A Closer Look' segment that echoes The Daily Show's satirical take on news. Meyers, like Stewart, uses humor to dissect political absurdities, though in a more traditional late-night setting.

Fact: Meyers was a head writer for Saturday Night Live before hosting Late Night. The show's 'Corrections' segment is a humorous take on its own mistakes. Meyers often impersonates political figures, a skill honed on SNL.

Description: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj continues The Daily Show's tradition of blending comedy with hard-hitting political and social commentary. Minhaj, a Daily Show alum, uses a mix of stand-up and multimedia presentations to explore issues, similar to Stewart's approach.

Fact: The show was Netflix's first weekly talk show. Minhaj's episode on Saudi Arabia was censored in the country. The show won an Emmy for Outstanding Variety Talk Series.