Last Week Tonight with John Oliver2014–Present
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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver is a satirical late-night talk show that covers current events and political issues. Hosted by British comedian John Oliver, the show offers a unique and humorous take on topical news stories, often diving deep into complex issues. With its signature blend of comedy and investigative journalism, Last Week Tonight has gained a loyal following for its witty commentary and insightful analysis.
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First airedApr 27, 2014
Streaming
Daily Popularity History
Daily Buzz Score for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Rankings & History
Buzz Score records and rankings
Peak Buzz Score
3.5
#1,614 all-time · Oct 26 – Nov 24, 2020
1-Year Buzz Score
1.8
#489 · Last 365 days
HBO
#61
Network rank today
Talk
#11
Genre rank today
Comedy
#320
Genre rank today
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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Today's Most Popular TV Shows
By Buzz Score on July 4, 2026
#1050
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Seasons
Average Buzz Score by season
First 30 days after each season premiere
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Top Cast
Most popular Last Week Tonight with John Oliver cast members by current Buzz Score on July 4, 2026
1
Mitch McConnell
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
39.0
2
Donald Trump
Self (archive footage)
36.5
3
Armie Hammer
Self
25.6
4
JD Vance
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
17.0
5
Sean Hannity
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
15.0
6
Milo Ventimiglia
Jack Pearson
14.7
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