Does Paul Giamatti Eat For Free At Burger King?

The star of “Billions” on Showtime, Paul Giamatti, returns to The Late Show to explain why he may someday have to pay for his meals at Burger King.
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[@desmond-hawkins]

Paul Giamatti was amazing in John Adams, a series about the 2nd U.S. president. His acting through all the stages of John Adams' life was just incredible. If you have HBO I'd highly recommend it.

[@povsepian]

Absolutely!

[@birdsong9934]

So good I bought the DVD set! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@LimitlessHoops]

“Never be ok w[ith] losing. No one remembers the 2nd US President. Only the 1st,” - NBA player Marcus Smart's dumb ass.

[@renegadeoffunk32]

I rewatched John Adams and God he (and Laura Linney) are just fantastic.

[@alalalala57]

@@LimitlessHoops I mean, in some sad way, he's right.

[@davidedemurodominijanni9889]

I adore this man's acting. He makes any character, even in the worse movie, legit. His characters are so believable, so real, so naturally performed. I hope he gets an Oscar one day, finally. An amazing actor and genuinely funny human being. That's Paul Giamatti, ladies and gentleman!!!

[@oppothumbs1]

He is funny. When he tells a story at times one can see the character he played in "Private Parts" come out.

[@chrisbrownell9485]

What a great storyteller. The timing and inflection throughout were spot on. The BK for life segment is Emmy material.

[@elp5668]

Agreed! If I was trying to tell someone that BK story based on the exact same facts and events it would turn out as a dumb and hopefully quickly forgotten anecdote. I don’t give a single hoot about Burger King but the way Giamatti narrated his emotional ups and downs over a silly gift card was quite engaging.

[@catha.j.stuart2200]

His performance in Sideways is iconic

[@Superkaioken87]

"If anyone orders merlot I'm leavin! I AM NOT FUCKIN DRINKING MERLOT!"

[@Daemon1995_]

same in billions

[@charleskra]

@@Superkaioken87 I read that Merlot sales took a hit after that movie, because of that line (for real). I wonder if Pinot Noir sales went up.

[@FmrFox-no6yk]

Tasm2

[@steveconn]

Every middle aged man's totem performance.

[@jginfographics]

Paul Giamatti has just done a Hugh Laurie, talking about a Burger King For Life Card before he had got one (just like Laurie did) in anticipation BK will send him a card, as they did with Laurie. The fact Giamatti has just given Burger King a 3 minute international advert promotion across all the countries the Colbert franchise is screened in is bound to help his cause. Genius Giamatti! 😂

[@reverendspooty]

I was actually just thinking that he could pass for Hugh Laurie's brother.

[@jonnyb2774]

@@reverendspooty Englishman lawries brother ?

[@georgespalding7640]

Paul was in my favorite Indie move; "Sideways". Such a great Story and the casting was perfect.

[@danielstack4158]

He's top notch in "Private Parts" as well.

[@johaniffsofiz]

Give this man a Burger King for life card! See how happy he was!

[@larryscott3982]

It’s called Acting !!

[@lazyperfectionist1]

It's not gonna be the same, though. It's _never_ as good, the second time around.

[@NewMessage]

C'mon, Burger King... do the right thing... Upgrade the man's card.

[@florian8931]

That card automatically reloads itself for life. He doesn't needs an upgrade.

[@JachAnen]

Yeah it sounds like he made an assumption, the card is probably set to stay at 100$

[@prof.scheere6933]

I think you guys are reaching. Lol theres no way

[@jpdemer5]

@@JachAnen Set at $100 so you don't spend $10,000 a day buying burgers for your 1,000 closest friends.

[@bubbledoubletrouble]

@@prof.scheere6933 Look at it this way, which is easier to do: 1. Train every single BK employee in the world to recognize this specific card as a thing that grants anyone who has it BK for life 2. Modify every point of sale device in the world to recognize a special type of card, of which there are a dozen 3. Have someone write a script that sets the value of a short list of cards to $100 every 24 hours

[@RojaJaneman]

Did not c the twist coming. Legend as always.

[@FU7IM7CANADIAN]

See.

[@printdamnit]

@@FU7IM7CANADIAN c

[@painkiller1968]

c?

[@RojaJaneman]

@@FU7IM7CANADIAN I c 🤔

[@enriqueali]

That non-recognition theatre story was too funny! 😆😆😆 Great that they could both joke and laugh about it.

[@bradleyfitzik2447]

Giamatti is awesome! One of my favorite actors. Very down to earth dude too

[@rogeliobeltran1742]

I haven’t laughed that hard in a while; now I want Burger King🤣

[@lexyswope]

Since I don't have a car, i can't get Burger King cuz whenever I've gone only the drive thru is open and they won't let one walk through. Same for all franchises. Haven't had fast food for months.

[@ElizabethT45]

I had the Ch'King sandwich yesterday. It's good.

[@ProSpart117]

Can you please start putting part 1 part 2 on your guest interviews? It would make seeing them a lot easier….

[@ProSpart117]

Love the interview, btw…!!!

[@tariuswatcher]

Loved the Arcadia geek out moment. Great play!

[@candacen7779]

Agreed! Arcadia is one of my favorite Stoppard plays. I saw a regional theater production back in 1997, but that Broadway cast sounds amazing.

[@bonniewylie3287]

I saw it locally around the same time! Could not have loved it more.

[@tyengineer0]

Paul Giamatti will go down in history as truly one of the greats. Glad to be alive in his day and age. 🙌🏼

[@basstard4639]

This guy is an underrated actor. I loved him in sideways

[@endless.expanse]

Guy is straight hilarious. First saw him in Amistad, been a huge fan ever since.

[@MaShcode]

I will watch anything Paul Giamatti is cast in. The guy always delivers. Period.

[@berrybread7215]

this man has such huge high school teacher energy

[@MyHouseOnTheMoon]

Hahahaha! What a story! Twists and turns, heartbreak at the end, with enough comedy to make it the perfect late night show story! Brilliant

[@JacWarner]

There is nothing uncool about this man. Sideways is one of my favourite films and Billions…. Stunning. He is the star of both. When Paul is on stage or screen he is all you focus on.

[@TerribleTimes]

Paul is such a class act :)

[@nigelwaxley]

Stephen and Paul's chemistry is unparalleled. My dream would be to take both out for a drink, where I will just silently sit and watch them exchange verbal gold.

[@Addison-RN]

Totally! Check out his and Steve Carell - pure bromance

[@dayswithchar]

Paul G, a national treasure. Such a natural performer.

[@user-fl2nc8ho4j]

I absolutely agree with you!❤

[@robertalpy9422]

He's one of the best character actors ever. He really fot ahold of Adams' tyrannical streak and King John's pure wickedness.

[@KGBSpyGeorgeCostanza]

this guy was amazing in Straight outta Compton and Big Fat Liar, and with man on moon with Jim Carrey

[@painkiller1968]

Paul Giamatti is a national treasure!

[@jcappucino]

that burger king for life was one of the best interview stories I've heard all year.

[@kriterium123]

Incredible actor. Almost didn’t recognize him without his beard

[@realchudi]

And the 15lbs he lost! Good for him!

[@mollylevine7872]

I almost didn't recognize him without blue skin.

[@jasonflay8818]

My wife hates his Chuck Rhodes character without the beard.... I tend to agree, the man is a legend in his beard!

[@dmlevitt]

Paul Giamatti was hilarious as a guest actor on "30 Rock" and great in the "Truman Show".

[@dfa3366]

The first time I noticed him as an actor was in Duets. After that he’s one of my favorites. Such a talented actor who can do both drama and comedy equally good.

[@rileymcphee9429]

I feel like this guy has looked 45 my entire life.

[@morbidmanmusic]

I was just thinking how old he now looks...

[@rileymcphee9429]

@@morbidmanmusic yeah, he's definitely looking a pretty old 45 now

[@kurtsudheim825]

The hair it's changing, colour at last

[@heyidaroo]

You give that man a BK for life card NOW!

[@janedoe247]

Paul Giamatti is GREAT!!!

[@NewMessage]

These two need to do a SCIFI book podcast together.

[@brendajo8589]

Paul is amazing!! One of my all time favorites

[@everydayrants663]

He's one of my favorite actors and on a mistakeable voice and also I think billions is his best project yet he's just fantastic in that

[@kypirko5710]

I liked him in “Shoot ‘em up”. That movie was pretty cool. But honestly, Paul is great in everything I’ve seen him in.

[@LegacyOfKane]

I was scrolling through comments hoping someone would mention that movie. Watched it again last month. I had forgotten what a fun film that is!

[@alejandramendez9163]

I was laughing the whole time!😆

[@LaChuletaDeOsler]

Greatest character actor today

[@rosannemassman4560]

Awesome reminiscing!!! Love the play on Broadway segment. Priceless!

[@CheersNE]

Best and most underrated actor.

[@florian8931]

Funny fact: it's a Burger King for life card. The $100 will be automatically reloaded for life.

[@sweiland75]

Is that true? Does Paul know? LOL

[@JachAnen]

It would make sense to do it that way. That it is made to stay at 100$, limiting his purchase within a period as well. Also the description of the card seems overboard for a gift certificate

[@gpwgpw555]

I am 71 and have a heart condition. If I eat $100 worth of burgers, even if its a week or a decade, I will die. But what a way to go.

[@Cheako]

@@gpwgpw555 You'd be an absolute legend, my man!

[@elvis1745]

@@gpwgpw555 so, for you it's a BK for life card either way 🤷‍♂️

[@Buffalo_Crone]

Thank you, thank you, Steve, Paul, Jon, the music and laughter are coming across in beautiful harmony, the best I have had in a long time. #Art

[@davidk.1089]

Thank you Paul for putting the staff at the Late Show to work censoring your interview :) lol.. that must have been fun!

[@philomath67]

I like PG, but the eff bomb is best deployed sparingly.

[@igorschmidlapp6987]

That was one f*ckin' segment... Check him out in "Duets"... Paul Giamatti sings!

[@sw9618]

The trailer for the season finale of Billions looks so good, can't wait

[@ChristyKSweet]

I must hear that entire jazz piano piece at the end of each You Tube vid. Please, SOMEONE give me a link.

[@janetclaireSays]

Paul Giamatti is one of the best actors today.

[@KikoJonesUSA]

Films, TV shows, on talk shows...Mr. G is awesome in every setting.

[@shahzadzafar71]

Best character actor.

[@boarder6246]

Giamatti was an awesome bag guy in Shoot Em Up! I totally recommend it. Not for kids, but I saw it at 16 and loved it

[@juliemackenzie1978]

Great stories….👍😊👏😂🤣 Wonderful interview.

[@kristenallen-vogel8204]

For a minute there I thought I had also seen that production of Arcadia and completely failed to remember Paul Giamatti in it until I realized I must have seen it in 2011 (still had Billy Crudup but in a different part).

[@ChrisSMurphy1]

This guy is an absolute beast…big fan

[@hongkongcantonese501]

This story was way more entertaining than it had to be.

[@sterling8298]

Is one of my all time favorite actors. The movie sideways was an epic movie. I have seen that movie a few dozen times over the years. Every movie hes in is a great movie.

[@Lassenissen]

If anyone deserves free Burger King for life its Giamatti. Man's a legend. Let's petition BK to give this man what he deserves.

[@florian8931]

he already has it. That card automatically reloads itself

[@mgg5418]

He’s looking in great shape, he’s aging backwards!!

[@jdj830]

When I saw the title I assumed this was because of that scene near the end of Sideways when Paul Giamatti’s character Miles drinks his incredibly valuable bottle of white wine in what I presumed to be a Burger King out of a styrofoam cup to accompany a burger and onion rings. (Though that scene wasn’t exactly a ringing endorsement.) Surprised there was no mention of that.

[@businessmindsetsuk]

Can you please put PART 1 AND PART 2 For all VIDEOS!!!! @the late show

[@CoinsAndCapsaicin]

Severely underrated actor.

[@ClarkKent-xt4rf]

Thank you for the good films Paul.

[@steveconn]

1:09 - You can hear the edit in the sudden canned applause fading.

[@pdxpete48]

Love Paul !!,' Duets',,,, movie is a must see!

[@nandfednu3502]

so weird to see John Adams smile

[@Mike-ks6qu]

Paul is so good, I'll watch anything he's in at least once.

[@laredodj7806]

Legend!

[@DGDfan13]

COUNCIL MEETING NOW I'm in tears

[@krudmonger]

Perhaps the $100 is just the cap. "You get free Burger King for life, but you can't buy out a restaurant at every meal..." Because I can't imagine them making that nice of a gift card.

[@christinaauer6857]

I’ll never cease to be impressed with the fact that Paul Giamatti is 10/10 incredible as the Big Fat Liar and then we all fell in love with him when he was Ralph in Saving Mr. Banks. What an unbelievably talented actor. He’s INCREDIBLE. ❤️😃

[@JpnhAbou]

You know, I never ate burger King as a kid, but I absolutely love it now -- the burger and the lettuce on a whopper is so incredibly fresh whenever I go.

[@Ashley-Renae1989]

The fries are gross, though. 😂

[@bethbatt2081]

In the early 90s, Seattle had a red-hot fringe theater scene and Paul was its star...I think the last show he did in Seattle was the summer of '92...amazing it was three years from that to Lincoln Center!!!

[@AmandaGabr1elle]

The part around 4:38 reminds me so much of when he was Marty Wolf & he was telling the end of the story of Big Fat Liar up on the balcony. My heart lol!

[@ikkewang1870]

I really ❤ Billions All the actors are amazing Paul looks greater 💙

[@nathanaeldavenport2251]

“Love and Mercy” was the first movie I (knowingly) saw Paul in. Damn he was intense as Eugene Landy. I’ve NEVER felt so uncomfortable in a movie as in that one. He was genuinely scary. That takes some talent.

[@kendramangan]

Paul Giamatti is the best.

[@arnoldkamis7711]

that was a looooong walk, and well worth it

[@blindkimberly1360]

Paul is one cool dude! Awesome.

[@benhsu5835]

Awesome story... these 2 should do something together

[@Pendragonthegreat]

That was one FUCK of a performance GODDAMN hes good

[@seacalgal3618]

Seeing a little bit less of Paul, looking good. The only person who lost pds during Covid!

[@Rodolfobia]

great stuff uploaded lately !

[@beachlover7268]

My kids loved him in Big Fat Liar! 😄

[@marksgraybeal]

working at ASU cleaning, Once found the Kings wallet when locking up bicycle. Nice treat at the time for one or few meals, gift to son at the time of 2008 housing bust...it felt gud to be king !

[@MeetLeAnne]

Love Paul!

[@CaptWesStarwind]

With great power comes great responsibility and Whoppers.

[@anastasiabeaverhausen8220]

I long to hear you guys talk about Golden Age SF again.

[@davidgriffin9247]

The fact that BK spent that much just to troll Paul Giamatti with a 100 gift card is awesome

[@stevenandreasen1553]

JUSTICE FOR GIAMATTI! Get that man a Burger kING FOR LIFE CARD!!! #giamattijustice

[@NeoDragonFlame]

I love hearing Paul Giamatti swear it's so awesome LOL

[@suzannefarrington4143]

How soon after Colbert was sanitizing the f out of himself did YOU think he would shake someone’s hand and scratch his eye? Btw, I love this interview.

[@fdrstan]

Giamatti is a true thespian and one of the best to ever do it.

[@reaszczepaniak1117]

The way he described that card lol oh my ..the card alones gotta be worth more than his gift $. ...& i want 1 now lol

[@Kinseliplier]

Paul giamati was also in big fat liar one of my favorite Disney movies.

[@VieenRennes]

Great interview story

[@tittysprinkles4988]

*KZbin algorithm:* it appears you may have fallen asleep watching Paul Giamatti on a late night talk show. Here's "Dances With Wolves." *Me:* 😕

[@alvaromoe]

I loved you in Jazz Cowboy: Cyber, George!! 🤠👩🏻‍💻

[@michaelknapp8961]

He looks fantastic!! Has he lost weight? He’s just one of the better actors out there.

[@monetpetals86]

I was on the edge of my seat lol

[@hamburgler9839]

Love him