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episode image Jon Stewart's Final Episode
9.4/10 (364 votes)

#1 Jon Stewart's Final Episode

S20:E142

On Jon's last episode of The Daily Show, he revisits The Best F#@king News Team Ever, gets a send-off from his top political targets and says goodbye after 16 years as host.

episode image Ricky Gervais
8.1/10 (50 votes)

#2 Ricky Gervais

S19:E112

Controversy quickly shatters the happy news of a P.O.W.'s return home, Herman Cain considers the presidential race, and Ricky Gervais shares his conditions for an ideal death.

episode image Tomi Lahren
8.0/10 (54 votes)

#3 Tomi Lahren

S22:E30

Jordan Klepper and Roy Wood Jr. examine Trump administration nominees Jeff Sessions and Steven Mnuchin, and "Tomi" host Tomi Lahren talks about being a voice for conservatism.

episode image Steven Johnson
7.9/10 (39 votes)

#4 Steven Johnson

S19:E159

The media fixates on President Obama's "latte salute," Jason Jones speaks with activists protesting the Redskins' name, and Steven Johnson discusses "How We Got to Now."

episode image Kimberly Marten
7.8/10 (36 votes)

#5 Kimberly Marten

S19:E74

Vladimir Putin embraces his own geopolitical propaganda, Aasif Mandvi discovers third world health care in America, and Kimberly Marten discusses the growing Crimean crisis.

episode image Michael Lewis
7.8/10 (36 votes)

#6 Michael Lewis

S19:E84

CNN desperately struggles to fill its news cycle with Flight 370 developments, and Michael Lewis discusses the Wall Street corruption detailed in his book "Flash Boys."

episode image Colin Firth
7.8/10 (35 votes)

#7 Colin Firth

S19:E89

Samantha Bee fears Putin is plotting to invade Brooklyn, Fox News covers spring break festivities, and Colin Firth discusses his role in "The Railway Man."

episode image Peter Schuck
7.8/10 (32 votes)

#8 Peter Schuck

S19:E100

Samantha Bee defends the real victims of the financial crisis, lesbians face discrimination during major life events, and Peter Schuck describes effective public policy.

episode image James McAvoy
7.8/10 (40 votes)

#9 James McAvoy

S19:E107

The V.A. continues to mismanage veterans' health care, Jason Jones compares democracy in India and America, and James McAvoy chats about "X-Men: Days of Future Past."

episode image Judith Miller
7.8/10 (35 votes)

#10 Judith Miller

S20:E98

The Supreme Court considers the legality of same-sex marriage, and Judith Miller discusses the lead-up to the Iraq War and her memoir, "The Story: A Reporter's Journey."

episode image Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz
7.7/10 (42 votes)

#11 Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

S19:E14

CNN asks the question that really matters and Debbie Wasserman Schultz champions Obamacare.

episode image Jared Leto
7.7/10 (40 votes)

#12 Jared Leto

S19:E30

Sarah Palin fights back in the war on Christmas, the RNC marks the end of racism in America, and Jared Leto returns to acting after a six-year hiatus.

episode image John Cleese
7.7/10 (45 votes)

#13 John Cleese

S20:E19

Jordan Klepper and Jessica Williams report on the Republicans' sweeping victory in the midterm elections, and John Cleese discusses his memoir, "So, Anyway..."

episode image James Risen
7.7/10 (35 votes)

#14 James Risen

S20:E20

President Obama and Republicans both pledge to work together, Democrats intentionally avoid making legislative decisions, and James Risen discusses his book "Pay Any Price."

episode image Conan O'Brien
7.7/10 (42 votes)

#15 Conan O'Brien

S20:E66

Conservative pundits question Jon's honor, Congressman Aaron Schock posts his possibly publicly funded adventures on Instagram, and Conan O'Brien discusses his trip to Cuba.

episode image Amanda Seyfried
7.7/10 (40 votes)

#16 Amanda Seyfried

S20:E77

Democrats filibuster a bipartisan human trafficking bill, the food industry takes varying approaches to the obesity crisis, and Amanda Seyfried discusses "While We're Young."

episode image Jon Ronson
7.7/10 (33 votes)

#17 Jon Ronson

S20:E81

A sex-trafficking bill remains stuck in Congress, Kristen Schaal reports on gender wage equality, and Jon Ronson discusses his book "So You've Been Publicly Shamed."

episode image Malala Yousafzai
7.7/10 (46 votes)

#18 Malala Yousafzai

S20:E122

Jon speaks out about the church massacre in Charleston, S.C., and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai discusses the documentary "He Named Me Malala."

episode image Simon Pegg
7.6/10 (44 votes)

#19 Simon Pegg

S18:E144

Protestors oppose Russia's gay propaganda ban, Anthony Weiner insults BuzzFeed, former correspondents bid farewell to John Oliver, and Simon Pegg talks "The World's End".

episode image Nick Offerman
7.6/10 (44 votes)

#20 Nick Offerman

S19:E13

Congress rides to HealthCare.gov's rescue, and Nick Offerman discusses "Paddle Your Own Canoe".

episode image Mark Fainaru-Wada
7.6/10 (41 votes)

#21 Mark Fainaru-Wada

S19:E16

Kathleen Sebelius takes the rap for HealthCare.gov and Mark Fainaru-Wada talks "League of Denial".

episode image Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, David Koechner & Paul Rudd
7.6/10 (50 votes)

#22 Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, David Koechner & Paul Rudd

S19:E39

Former E.P.A. official John Beale finally tells the truth, IKEA spies on its employees, and the stars of "Anchorman 2" cause a ruckus.

episode image Jonah Hill
7.6/10 (36 votes)

#23 Jonah Hill

S19:E40

The Queen gets angry, John Oliver says goodbye to the Daily Show, and "The Wolf of Wall Street" star Jonah Hill shares his deep admiration for Martin Scorsese.

episode image Andrew Napolitano
7.6/10 (35 votes)

#24 Andrew Napolitano

S19:E76

America scrutinizes Vladimir Putin closely as Russia exerts control in Crimea, and Andrew Napolitano gives a lengthy defense of his views on Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War.

episode image Peter Dinklage
7.6/10 (34 votes)

#25 Peter Dinklage

S19:E83

Governor Chris Christie's own investigation exonerates him, corruption scandals emerge nationwide, and Peter Dinklage shares his admiration for a Croatian security guard.

episode image Pelé
7.6/10 (40 votes)

#26 Pelé

S19:E86

Aasif Mandvi reports on a Supreme Court ruling that gives wealthy Americans a stronger voice in politics, and Pele shares some highlights from his momentous soccer career.

episode image Gina McCarthy
7.6/10 (31 votes)

#27 Gina McCarthy

S19:E91

Cliven Bundy fights for his lawless ranching practices, Putin remains dishonest about Russia's involvement in Ukraine, and Gina McCarthy discusses being EPA administrator.

episode image Martin Blaser
7.6/10 (31 votes)

#28 Martin Blaser

S19:E103

A terrorist group abducts hundreds of Nigerian schoolgirls, Donald Sterling apologizes for his racist remarks, and Martin Blaser warns against the overuse of antibiotics.

episode image Aneesh Chopra
7.6/10 (36 votes)

#29 Aneesh Chopra

S19:E108

Chipotle bans guns in its restaurants, Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg eats a bad burger at a Mets game, and Aneesh Chopra discusses technology in government.

episode image Kevin Hart
7.6/10 (34 votes)

#30 Kevin Hart

S19:E121

CNN and Fox News interview Hillary Clinton on the same day, Al Madrigal investigates chicken boxing, and "Think Like a Man Too" star Kevin Hart talks about hosting "WWE Raw."

episode image Jennifer Esposito
7.6/10 (28 votes)

#31 Jennifer Esposito

S19:E124

The IRS struggles with proper recordkeeping, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden drum up support, and Jennifer Esposito discusses her book, "Jennifer's Way."

episode image Tavis Smiley
7.6/10 (29 votes)

#32 Tavis Smiley

S19:E151

President Obama delivers a speech about ISIS, Jordan Klepper becomes an Obamacare critic, and Tavis Smiley discusses "Death of a King."

episode image Laura Poitras
7.6/10 (37 votes)

#33 Laura Poitras

S20:E25

President Obama considers an executive order on immigration, Jessica Williams reports on Detroit's water shutoffs, and Laura Poitras discusses her documentary "Citizenfour."

episode image Julian Castro
7.6/10 (34 votes)

#34 Julian Castro

S20:E53

Presidential hopefuls convene for the Iowa Freedom Summit, Republicans try to appeal to the middle class more, and Julian Castro discusses his work at HUD.

episode image Wes Moore
7.6/10 (32 votes)

#35 Wes Moore

S20:E59

The 114th Congress celebrates one month in office, Senator Thom Tillis suggests that public health standards are overrated, and Wes Moore discusses his book "The Work."

episode image Colin Firth
7.6/10 (39 votes)

#36 Colin Firth

S20:E63

Kansas and Alabama restrict gay rights, Jordan Klepper speaks with a group of Las Vegas teens about sex education, and Colin Firth discusses his film "Kingsman."

episode image Christine Lagarde
7.6/10 (34 votes)

#37 Christine Lagarde

S20:E64

Conservatives criticize President Obama's ISIS offensive while Rudy Giuliani questions his patriotism, and Christine Lagarde discusses the International Monetary Fund.

episode image Robert Smigel
7.6/10 (32 votes)

#38 Robert Smigel

S20:E68

Congress threatens to defund the Department of Homeland Security, Senator Jim Inhofe argues against climate change, and Robert Smigel discusses Night of Too Many Stars.

episode image Viacheslav Fetisov
7.6/10 (34 votes)

#39 Viacheslav Fetisov

S20:E70

Hillary Clinton's informal emailing style causes controversy, Jordan Klepper reports on a surprising Florida law, and Viacheslav Fetisov discusses the documentary "Red Army."

episode image Gerald Posner
7.6/10 (33 votes)

#40 Gerald Posner

S20:E71

Jessica Williams reports on the DOJ's investigation into Ferguson, MO, an opposition leader in Russia is murdered, and Gerald Posner discusses "God's Bankers."

Cast & Chracters

The highest rated episode of The Daily Show is "Jon Stewart's Final Episode" (S20E142) with a rating of 9.40.

This episode received 364 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "November 28, 2022 - Will Smith" (S28E28) with a rating of 2.50.

This episode received 25 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Jennifer Aniston" (S15E106) with a rating of 6.80.

This episode received 29 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Jennifer Aniston" (S15E106) with a rating of 6.80.

This episode received 29 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Jennifer Aniston" (S16E83) with a rating of 6.10.

This episode received 31 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Jennifer Aniston" (S16E83) with a rating of 6.10.

This episode received 31 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Simon Pegg" (S18E144) with a rating of 7.60.

This episode received 44 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Ben Affleck" (S18E6) with a rating of 5.30.

This episode received 35 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Ricky Gervais" (S19E112) with a rating of 8.10.

This episode received 50 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Bill Cosby" (S19E26) with a rating of 6.30.

This episode received 40 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Jon Stewart's Final Episode" (S20E142) with a rating of 9.40.

This episode received 364 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Amy Schumer" (S20E139) with a rating of 6.30.

This episode received 50 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Jon Stewart" (S21E32) with a rating of 7.50.

This episode received 76 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Lilly Singh" (S21E59) with a rating of 5.30.

This episode received 38 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Tomi Lahren" (S22E30) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 54 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Robert Sapolsky" (S22E101) with a rating of 4.30.

This episode received 22 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Tiffany Haddish" (S23E32) with a rating of 7.40.

This episode received 28 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Liz Claman" (S23E57) with a rating of 4.90.

This episode received 28 votes.

The highest rated episode is "September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena" (S26E3) with a rating of 5.80.

This episode received 38 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Selma van de Perre" (S26E91) with a rating of 4.50.

This episode received 21 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Elliot Page" (S27E103) with a rating of 6.50.

This episode received 26 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Evan Rachel Wood" (S27E70) with a rating of 4.20.

This episode received 40 votes.

The highest rated episode is "December 8, 2022 - Neal Brennan" (S28E35) with a rating of 7.20.

This episode received 42 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "November 28, 2022 - Will Smith" (S28E28) with a rating of 2.50.

This episode received 25 votes.

The highest rated episode is "October 10, 2024 - Eric Idle" (S29E108) with a rating of 7.00.

This episode received 21 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "February 22, 2024 - Jason Isbell" (S29E8) with a rating of 6.10.

This episode received 35 votes.

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