Late Night with David Letterman Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1982 · NBC · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Late Night with David Letterman
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Late Night with David Letterman have?
Late Night with David Letterman has 12 seasons and 1377 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on February 1, 1982 to June 25, 1993.
Is Late Night with David Letterman renewed, ended, or canceled?
Late Night with David Letterman has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Late Night with David Letterman?
It takes 439h 41m (26381 minutes) to watch the complete run of Late Night with David Letterman. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 220 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 439.7 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 220 days.
Where can you stream or watch Late Night with David Letterman?
Late Night with David Letterman is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Late Night with David Letterman?
Late Night with David Letterman has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Late Night with David Letterman?
The primary ensemble cast includes David Letterman as Self - Host (age 79), Calvert DeForest as Larry "Bud" Melman (age 105), Jerry Seinfeld as Self - Comedian (age 72), Lou Reed as Self - Musical Guest (age 71 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| David Letterman | Self - Host | 79 |
| Calvert DeForest | Larry "Bud" Melman | 105 |
| Jerry Seinfeld | Self - Comedian | 72 |
| Lou Reed | Self - Musical Guest | 71 (deceased) |
| Bruce Willis | Self - Guest | 71 |
| David Sanborn | Self - Musical Guest | 81 |
| Bruno Kirby | Self - Guest | 57 (deceased) |
| John Waters | Self - Guest | 80 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Late Night with David Letterman are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.