S2·E37 Martin Freeman, Eliza Coupe, the Eeries, Bob Mould

Episode recap

The episode opens with Seth Meyers delivering his customary opening monologue, in which he comments on recent news items and sets a comedic tone for the hour. Following the monologue, the first guest segment introduces actor Martin Freeman. Meyers greets Freeman and conducts an interview that highlights Freeman’s recent work and career milestones. The conversation remains focused on Freeman’s experiences as an actor, allowing the audience to hear directly from him about his projects and perspectives.

After the interview with Freeman, the show brings on actress Eliza Coupe. Meyers welcomes Coupe and engages her in a discussion that centers on her acting roles and the television and film landscape she navigates. The interview provides Coupe an opportunity to speak about her career and upcoming endeavors, while Meyers interjects with his characteristic humor.

The musical portion of the program features the alternative‑rock band The Eeries. The band takes the stage and performs a live set for the studio audience. Their performance showcases the group’s signature sound and serves as the episode’s primary musical showcase.

Later in the broadcast, musician Bob Mould appears as a special musical guest. Mould joins the house ensemble, the 8G Band, for a collaborative segment. Together they deliver a rendition that blends Mould’s style with the band’s late‑night house‑band arrangements, offering a distinctive musical moment that differs from the standard band performance.

Throughout the episode, Meyers intersperses his interviews and musical segments with brief comedic interludes, maintaining the talk‑show rhythm that defines “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” The episode concludes with Meyers thanking the guests—Freeman, Coupe, The Eeries, and Mould—and signing off for the night. The hour’s structure adheres to the show’s established format: monologue, celebrity interviews, a live musical performance, and a special musical collaboration, delivering a blend of comedy, conversation, and music for the audience.