S5·E44 Marv Albert, Daniel Scribner & Tylin Hall, John Fogerty

Episode recap

This episode of Late Show with David Letterman features a series of comedic misadventures. The show's host, David Letterman, experiences a series of mishaps when a crucial item is missing. The item in question is the Top Ten card, which is essential for the show's signature segment.

As a result of the missing card, David Letterman runs out of the theater and encounters various individuals, including a person who is hit by a cab. He also visits a location where he retrieves the missing card from an unexpected source.

Meanwhile, other members of the show's production team also experience their own series of mishaps. Paul, a member of the show, is missing his sheet music and runs out of the theater, encountering a tour bus and a notable television personality.

Additionally, another member of the show's production team, Biff, is missing his headset and runs out of the theater, encountering a police horse and a notable television personality. However, despite the efforts of the production team, there is no time left for the Top Ten segment to be completed.

This episode showcases the show's ability to incorporate physical comedy and unexpected situations into its format. The series' use of humor and its ability to think on its feet are highlighted in this episode.