S4·E178 Martin Lawrence, Robert Zemeckis, Sarah McLachlan

Episode recap

This episode of Late Show with David Letterman features the host declaring a member of the audience, Jeff, as the "Captain of the Audience." In this role, Jeff assists the host with various tasks, including presenting the Top Ten list and helping to keep the audience awake.

The episode also includes a guest appearance by film director Robert Zemeckis. Zemeckis is promoting his new movie, Contact, which is the subject of his appearance on the show. This marks a rare television appearance by Zemeckis.

The episode's guests and segments are the primary focus of the show. The host's interactions with Jeff and Zemeckis drive the episode's content. The show's format, which includes comedy and talk, is maintained throughout the episode.

The episode is part of the fourth season of Late Show with David Letterman, which began in 1993. The show has a long history of featuring a wide range of guests and segments, and this episode is no exception. The episode's tone and style are consistent with the show's overall approach to comedy and talk.