The Last Late Late Show: Chapter 4 - The Pandemic

[@Dan-Simms]

The banter with the crew during the time with no audience was some of the best of late night in history. Wild times, so many laughs, and during a time where laughs were very much needed.

[@daenerystargaryen6302]

It was so unbelievably boring and slow!

[@SaHayes-it2uw]

Agree. It was so funny. I was wondering if anybody else was enjoying it like I was.

[@ErikFlores-mo3fs]

@@daenerystargaryen6302really boring

[@acimand]

It's important to say that many of us who don't watch these TV shows on actual television, and only watch them via KZbin, probably truly fell in love with the Late Late Show with James Corden with the audience-less monologues. James interacting with his crew created my need to watch the monologues on KZbin the first thing every morning. It was the first time that I truly realized when a late night TV host would go on vacation, because I missed those clips so much. Whereas I didn't ever realize when the other hosts went on vacation, as their monologues weren't a ritual for me. Which also means that this is the first time I am truly sad that a TV host has retired, and I have felt it ever since. The fact that the WGA also chose to strike the next week and it impacted all other TV hosts just highlighted how much I only miss the James Corden monologues...

[@vaibhavmangal4951]

Man.. I can totally relate to that… I am from India and we don’t have the show on TV but during the time of covid, the show was the my daily escape from that time… it became the integral part of the routine…

[@Fish2705]

I still miss it every day. Only these are keeping me going but only 2 more to go.

[@Barnaclebeard]

I had zero awareness of Corden and Late Late before the no audience shows. They were some of my favorite TV moments, and the show tapered off considerably after the audience came back. I wasn't upset at all when Corden announced he was leaving, the fun was over.

[@lonelyone]

I wish they had listened to us and kept the audiences out...

[@MichaelLasotaMusic]

Still didn't like him. But it was interesting *sometimes*

[@dougcaron5958]

The crew as the audience were some of the best episodes ever and helped keep me grounded. I laughed harder than I ever did during their eight years on air.

[@jeffdavis503]

Was never an avid watcher of the show prior to COVID. During COVID I paid for a KZbin Premium account and watched a LOT of videos daily. This show became the first show I watched every morning. I never missed the news clip that was posted. The evolution of the show as it transitioned out of Covid was fantastic. LOVE it and will miss James.

[@samiecarr1885]

So did I! I had Covid and was in the hospital, so obviously felt horrific, and just having to reach for my phone with IVs/ canulas in for skipping the ads was a nightmare or putting up with them was what made mè go premium! And I havnt looked back! ❤

[@rachelmedling8695]

The shows with no audience were the first time in my life I watched a talk show every day. PEAK comedy and joy. I loved all the inside jokes and the banter :)

[@mrdrevilporkchop666]

I watched every single covid KZbin monologue with the pre-banter and he’s right, genuinely felt like it was watching some friends banter and just be silly. Truly special and unique and something none of the other late shows have come close to emulating

[@vaibhavmangal4951]

Remember when Nick specifically asked them not to name any brand… but they still did and then GAP sent the merchandise to all the crew and they all flaunt it… Man.. It was so hilarious.. I have w big smile on my face while writing this… what wonderful time we all had because of you guys..

[@Random-gp3tl]

The fact that the crew don’t give AF is so funny I love them 😂

[@shantelleb7937]

Im in tears. This show literally got me through the pandemic, you have no idea. And the post garage banter with staff is just on a whole other level. I will miss it so much. Some of the best episodes ever. Glad they are on KZbin forever to go and rewatch. Fins Up Forever!!!!

[@johnnysothersack6829]

That’s sad.

[@EddiXP]

​@@johnnysothersack6829 bro I literally said that out loud, and came to type this but here you are!

[@thechillindude4478]

The Garage shows were usually tough to watch, but man as soon as they got back into the studio it turned into the best late show ever and I was usually in tears of laughter

[@ElizabethSwift]

The shows without an audience were the best. I loved them.

[@derrickmukasa5540]

Y’all don’t know how much you helped people like me. I was living in Thailand ( I am a Ugandan) and the lockdowns in Southeast Asia had No COVID deniers. It was full on lockdown. As a newly married, stepdad at a new job as an online high school teacher, that after working show was everything ( we got the show in the afternoon, the following day). So late late show to me meant switch off zoom and Google classroom and let your amazing life begin with the team( I somehow thought I was part of the team 😂). I loved the real life stories. I learned names of people other than the host, that is not common with TV shows. You did a great service to many of us. Much love and good luck wherever your next step takes you. #still waiting for the cruise ship shows. I now moved to Brazil… close time zone… and you decided to end the show 😢… bad bad boy… I blame it all on the Senior Vice President of Late Night Programming at CBS… who has No junior vice president. Much love team.❤

[@navinsubba7169]

I really enjoyed the show during the pandemic. From Steve's news jingle to Ian's talking part, roasting of Nick, all was fun. James' show is unique for bringing new unique segments for entertainment. Hope James will continue to entertain people in some form.

[@pollykent2100]

I started watching LLS on youtube during the lockdown. You folks really became like friends in my mind and seeing you laughing and joking every day, especially after you got back in the studio but still had no audience, really helped me through that time. I remember very clearly many of those moments that you shared in this video. Thanks so very much for bringing us all so much laughter and camaraderie!

[@nadt5547]

I personally think they were life saving and I thank each and every one of you for keeping us entertained. I watched them all 2 ,3 or 4 times.

[@sylvias1546]

I started watching online right when the garage shows ended. The atmosphere and friendly banter with this crew just made me a fan. I usually just watch the monos, don’t even care about the interviews and I am so sad it’s over. This felt genuine and real -one of the kind.

[@a.c.2742]

Please keep these coming! They are a bright spot to my day!! 🥰

[@JasmineKot]

Your pandemic episodes in studio were the greatest! Fins up baby!

[@PocketsFullOfCrunch]

The show with no audience and just the staff is probably the best late night tv in the past decade

[@floodedcamera]

Covid changed this show for me. A group of friends hanging out without any filter. This was the best of late night comedy for me especially during those tough times. Everyone who was part of the show became familiar to us. Will miss you all !

[@hjwang8025]

Arguably one of the few shows that have been evolved towards perfection especially during covid times. Their work and efforts have been remarkable. I could confidently say this show had been a big part during that quarentine of mine.

[@greodorehch4006]

I cried days and days after The Ellen Show was cancelled. And now The Late Late show comes to an end... I can't believe all of this is happening right now. These two were always my favorites .All the things that used to bring me joy are gone. May peace flood your heart. Because of you my parents still have a son. Thank you.... ❤️‍🩹

[@LaSnob711]

I will never forgive you for not sorting out a cruise, Nick! We are all owed a cruise with James and the crew! A reunion in a year! 😊 Who's with me?!?

[@Tao_Tology]

Realistically (and even now, to an extent), having the show there was saying to CBS "Heeeeyyyy, so what we're wanting is to have the show on a covid petri dish." Yes it would have been great to watch. Yes, it really would have been putting the staff at risk.

[@mansuhhan1552]

They need to kidnap James from the UK, and drag him back to the US on a cruise ship (oh, and do a reunion show onboard)

[@Barnaclebeard]

Unironically, cruises are for assholes. Look into it.

[@Prettygirlcn5]

@@mansuhhan1552 Imagine the views if they also kidnapped 1D and it was a double reunion 😲

[@akshay_kewat]

Thank you james for making big smiles in our Faces we always love you ❤🙏

[@Jasmine34952]

Best COVID late show ever. It was the best of times even though it was the worst of times. Thank you all for entertaining us so well.

[@IncompleteTheory]

Ran into the entire thing during Covid, didn't know the show before but I so much admire what you made out of this. Will be missing it badly, for sure.

[@vcarter0723]

Oh yeah, those first shows right after they got back in the studio were the BEST! The relaxed format, chatting with the crew was the best possible change to the beginning of the show. No way could I have ever missed a single episode

[@katecosette]

Not me tearing up about this!! It's so true, they created something so special and it truly did feel like we got to be a part of the group, that we were able to hang out with friends during the isolation. It's not just something that James and everyone involved with the show will cherish, it'll be cherished by us as well!! Fins up baby!! 🐬🐬

[@vi2623]

My absolute favorite show during Covid. You did an amazing job. The banter with the crew was brilliant. So glad you kept it after the audience returned. Godspeed, James, Nick, Ian, the Band, and everyone else involved with this extraordinary show. You will all be missed sooooo much! ❤️

[@janavanbeelen8489]

I agree! Getting to know the crew, the banter, no audience, was the absolute best shows. I miss it already

[@debrahelmlinger6256]

Only started watching during the Pandemic and looked forward to this show dropping in the wee hrs of the morn. It became the cherry on top of late night for me and I will miss James and the gang😥

[@careylee2595]

James and the entire crew were a bright light in a very scary time. Thanks!

[@nancyvanrijn9732]

The shows without the audience were my absolute favourite, I could only watch on KZbin, but the banter clips were definitely the highlights of my day. James deserves a break, but I do hope he will get back to making great tv like this when he's ready 💛

[@susiestulz3822]

I loved the show during the pandemic. I loved the obvious friendships among crew members.

[@DeusExCanis]

The show was best with the whole crew involved. It had a chaotic and deconstructionist nature that made it fun and real.

[@Hakw]

I didnt start watching Late Night TV until Pandemic and I latched onto this show BECAUSE of the Garage scenes. Im sorry they were so awful but I found solace in watching James and the crew. Thank you all for everything

[@slh35661]

Totally going to miss the banter with the crew and Steve’s intro to the news

[@scottseltzer]

Totally agree that post-lockdown was the show's peak. Congrats on what you accomplished and ending on the highest note.

[@roncarguy72]

The LOVE is really easy to see with this group. Thank you James for the ride.

[@chaunceylock]

This reminded me about when I got onto this show. I had always watched the bits, but, when the crew got involved it really did become that group that you could come back to during the craziness. Thanks. P.S. reunion week on a cruise

[@chichahaba]

I had watched some clips from the show prior, but those post-isolation shows with just the crew were when I started watching every day.

[@Fish2705]

The shows during lockdown with just the crew were by far the best they did.

[@GabrielaCambero]

I started enjoying James corden’s show and comedy because of this period of natural banter

[@emmimanni]

Best TV ever! I felt so welcome every day with you. ❤

[@ThisIsFiftyWithLil]

Of course I'm crying... good times, during the worst of times.

[@joemagnus5085]

The loose, hangout monologs are what turned me into a fan of the show. Steve's 1000th episode news jingle. The "fight club" one! Reggie saying he was "gonna f@ck a cake" after lock down restrictions. FINS up Baby !

[@Brian0686]

watching those shows helped me through the pandemic and they where the best shows a comic relief

[@goodmorninggilw2836]

❤❤❤ Oh my God, when the staff all gathered during the show, I think it was even beneficial. You all became my friends, In a certain Internet way. I saw the humor in every single one of you, and the beauty also. I think it might've even brought you closer… Sorry for being cheesy but I saw that with a few programs, and yours was right up there. You are all so funny and smart and lovely

[@Kanoog]

What's worse than the COVID shows, are no more shows. I'm going to miss this Late Late Show.

[@simonsaysrewind]

The banter with crew I think was brilliant and reminded me of the first time I saw banter with crew and that was the big breakfast on channel 4 who Johnny Vaughan was a major host who was best at it... i vaguely remember a time when crew would laugh on Kenny Everett shows too.

[@debrahelmlinger6256]

Show reunion on a cruise🛳🎉

[@sandy7543]

Yes!

[@Dan-Simms]

Oh that would be fantastic! Fins up baby!

[@Luvinist]

10:30 Yes, James. The lockdown shows were some of the best you did. It's the reason I started following the show on KZbin.

[@ChrisJones-yu9rz]

Please keep this up!

[@bradleysampson8230]

The no audience shows were amazing. They were a ray of sunshine to my family during COVID.

[@fornitegood122jr6]

But now audience's back

[@OwningMicrobe]

The thing I respect about James Cordon the most.. during an episode with the way gross stuff, James was asked to name his crew. And he couldn’t. Since then, he not only learned his crew names, but became friends with them and included them in the show. Amazing guy

[@curcumaorganica3944]

I mean, a writer said it was a joke when it became clear ppl were taking it srsly :P Knowing names is kind of his thing, as another host has mentioned before lol & just as a note, he paid the salaries out of pocket of his staff when they were furloughed during the pandemic. But yeah, amazing guy :)

[@alexhaynes7220]

Can’t believe this show has ended 😢😢

[@OTFStudios]

These chapters are like getting kicked in the nuts over and over again. I lived for the banter.

[@mariannerady1137]

aww so sweet seeing this! Yes, it did become the inside joke show after the lockdown, I loved watching it!

[@lakesandfells]

Covid was ironically the best thing for this show, because it led to the crew becoming a key part of the show in a way they weren't before Covid. The rapport between the crew is what made this show stand out from all the other shows and made it so fun to watch.

[@albataliephillips4271]

Fins up baby!!!

[@kiraKX_]

Those shows were really the best! I never laughed so hard and it was the best thing to start my mornings with. I miss it!

[@hl3818]

This episode is a repeat because the TV show ended 9 months ago . James Corden and entire crew missing you all, not the same

[@sofiamoreirafernandes6203]

Fins up baby 🦈

[@pamelatanner788]

Those no audience other than staff and crew were the best. You created magic. I was so sad when regular audiences came back. Didnt get to hang out with the incredibly fun friends as much. I really miss you all coming into my life through youtube every morning. Started my day with laughter. Happy trails to all of you....

[@tinas_hotdog_sophie]

I loved the show after they came back. Was even disappointed whe the audience came back.

[@ohkaspian]

I wasnt a fan before covid. but the show with all the crew, the more "behind the scenes" aspect... That made you the best late night show hands down. I only ever watch on youtube, but this show has become part of my routine. Im not sure what could possibly replace the nightly laughs.

[@tekvax01]

I've been working in TV for 30 years, and what you and your team did, was simply amazing and utterly brilliant!

[@robinsierra1029]

The banter with James and the crew shows are what made me interested in watching.

[@troyroude7812]

The covid shows are what really pulled me in. It was so different and fun...like we were all a part of it somehow. I miss it so much!

[@jeepgirljody]

You guys did a great job! We where all in it together - STILL in in together!

[@mrniceone17]

Chapter 4: The Late Late Trust Tree era

[@volodymyrlytvyn5951]

Don't find excuses; seek opportunities.❤

[@johanna8970]

It sounds strange but the high point of the pandemic for me was "hanging out" with James when the show was just him, the band, and the staff and crew in the studio. I felt like I really got to know everyone and I laughed so much I was usually in tears. I agree with many others - that it was the pinnacle of late night. I'll miss you all but I'll always have the very best of memories.

[@ArgChica]

Dammit!! Why did you have to remind me about the fact we will never have the James Corden cruise ship!!😢😢😂

[@nbbim2012]

This period gave us the Corden Crew monologue shenanigans but most importantly the unknown superstar of all things especially international podcasts NICK BERNSTEIN!!!!!! I haven't been coping with the loss of daily updates from the Senior VP of Late Night West Coast. The show really evolved to peak excellence & I'm missing everyone terribly- only want great things for each & every single 1 of them in their future endeavours!!!!!!!!! Perhaps Nick can host his own sports show whilst simultaneously reviewing Conan episodes from a boat😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@deannamadrigal7503]

Your the best James 💕 And your gang

[@lankatracker-safariwildlif3877]

Brilliant! The best!❤️

[@reeveharper6061]

I only found out about the covid shows now that the show ended! I just assumed that nothing went on and binged marvel instead. They seem so cool!

[@twinEAH]

I love these stories. I wish they would go on and on, LOL. By far my favorite part of the show was James and the crew in the studio. It was just a group of friends goofing around. We all loved it so much. All of the show was good but that was the best part. :)

[@Random-gp3tl]

The banter with the crew was unparalleled and changed everything for me. It always brought a smile to my face and I felt like I was talking about crazy shi with my mates

[@ch1efcoco]

It has been seven years since I started watching this incredible show, and I am grateful to be a part of its viewership. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to all the individuals involved in creating this remarkable program, as well as extend my heartfelt thanks to James Corden for his exceptional hosting.

[@evawilldrive]

I switched jobs just at tha time, from production of PCBs before the masks to outdoor gardening. And I felt very grateful for the opportunity, I could feel so free, and we worked long hours in every weather, it was invigorating. Now I wish for a quality wholistically healthy infrastructure and community to sustain it, to live through the worst of what the weather brings us. To Our Health Blessings

[@MikeyMoran]

I have never really commented on late night tv clips, nor watched them religiously on youtube. I live in indonesia so with the time difference it’s impossible to watch it on air. But James with the audience-less sessions was one of the best times of late night tv period. The crew, the banter, the laughs, the roasting, the band, I mean we can all agree we know more of James crew than any other show in late night television. It was a solid crew and we miss you all dearly. Thank you for all these good times.

[@katiemorgan1062]

Without question these shows helped me get through the toughest of times. The crew really did feel like people we had been drinking in the pub with for years with all the banter and inside jokes. I missed it when the audience came back and I will miss all of those people as much as James.

[@wgibsoniii]

My favorite shows were the crew/studio ones!!! ...and the 🌟🪄 that @Nick brought

[@VannaWhiteboard]

Time for, the News.

[@Prettygirlcn5]

The garage shows and monologues with the crew are when I fell in love with the entire show 🥲🥰💜 Y'all came out on the other side of the pandemic stronger than ever before! 😀

[@bramibrahim7636]

I actually was hooked to the show during pandemic. All other late night shows seems to suffer without studio audience. This show just talk among themselves and became gold. At a point I don't want studio audience to comeback since the banters are so brilliant

[@weddinginvitationsdurban]

Ben should have a talk show. Great voice!

[@jpwowee]

These “without audience” shows were without doubt my favourite. The daily interactions with the crew, the banter, taking the piss out of Nick and the Louie arguments were great! Did Dave ever have the date with Patti LuPone? 😂

[@alexa.nails43]

The pandemic era was when I started watching weekly. The crew really made the show!!

[@Martial-Mat]

The pandemic year It was the best the show ever got. At home, James rediscovered a bit of humility, and when they got back into the studio, without the audience, I absolutely loved it.

[@carolinesmith7571]

I thought James had the best shows from home of all the late night shows. I loved his chats with his parents the most.

[@carriew5106]

I think the bonds people made during the pandemic is unlike anything else, even war time. Because even when you were with people it was still all at a physical distance.

[@1Kaileegirl]

I miss James and his crew I miss all the laughs, there were so many especially during covid. Thankyou to all the crew I hope life is going well for you all ❤

[@LaurenVoCo]

This era was the best! I looked forward to it every day and really helped me feel connected during those times

[@shaliseshaw9385]

I still miss watching The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. 📺🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️

[@bettycogswell9851]

Love James and miss it.

[@nancyscogin7549]

I loved the home shows.

[@dominiquehouleemc1044]

What you guys did during that difficult time was a 'tour de force' no one else could have done. You deserve a trip around the world ! My state of mind, which is pretty sad right now, surely misses the show. I could use a double dose of it on a daily base. Can't wait to see what he'll do next! Oh! And thank you for keeping me far from jumping over the bridge.

[@dixiedawnmillergoode6850]

These were the very best. It was like being invited to sit in Central Perk and be part of the Gang