Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
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TV-MA 2014 · 13 seasons · 380 eps · ★ 7.8 · Talk, Comedy, News
Returning Series Next episode: Oct 25, 2026
A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.
Created by John Oliver
Network: HBO
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John Oliver Self - Host -
Ryan Barger Voice Over Man -
David Kaye (voice) -
Noel MacNeal Mascot -
H. Jon Benjamin The Blank Void (voice) -
Rachel Dratch Wanda Jo Oliver -
James Wojtal Cat Puppeteer -
George Clooney Self -
Kyle Ploof Clown -
Stephanie D'Abruzzo Puppeteer -
Jack McBrayer Mystery Virus (voice) -
Paul McGinnis Dog Paws Puppeteer
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