John Lithgow Says Some Directors Are Great, And Some Are "Total Turds"

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  • Our dear friend John Lithgow returns to The Late Show to talk about his latest role as director of a Broadway show, and confesses that he's worked with some sub-par directors throughout his career. Stick around for another segment with John Lithgow and find tickets to his show, "Everything's Fine," available at www.everythings.... #Colbert #EverythingsFine #JohnLithgow #Broadway
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  • @eightybananas4515
    @eightybananas4515 2 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I love him. He’s so awesome at comedy and drama, case in point: “Third Rock…” and “The Crown”.

    • @kittyday1402
      @kittyday1402 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I still watch Third Rock & it still makes me laugh. Should have gone on for 10 years.

    • @deborahhoward7822
      @deborahhoward7822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He also writes wonderfully, poetic, and funny books! Love him❤️

    • @rwdchannel2901
      @rwdchannel2901 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's very funny. Third Rock is classic. I have all the episodes.

    • @esmokah
      @esmokah ปีที่แล้ว

      I have heard him talking of losing his sanity on an old time radio program. It was great ear gem.

    • @doctormixup5388
      @doctormixup5388 ปีที่แล้ว

      And Dexter! Holy moly, he owned that season, which was the best season.

  • @persuasivebarrier2419
    @persuasivebarrier2419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I've loved his acting since I was a kid. Harry and the Hendersons will follow me to the grave.

  • @ashokmehta15
    @ashokmehta15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    John Lithgow: A versatile talented actor and a great human being. Thank you Stephen Colbert.

  • @harper9805
    @harper9805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    He's so precious. I love seeing him.

  • @jeannefoster5594
    @jeannefoster5594 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    John’s poetry books are an absolute treasure, especially on audio. He reads them himself.

  • @sarahbabcock8188
    @sarahbabcock8188 2 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    I could listen to this guy forever. Somehow all seems well when he is talking.

    • @cherylannebarillartist7453
      @cherylannebarillartist7453 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Right?!!!?!!! That’s my sense while listening as well!!

    • @Maya_Pinion
      @Maya_Pinion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@cherylannebarillartist7453 yup.he kinda gives u a sense of; *don't worry,not everyone today is crazy*

  • @alexanderpbyron
    @alexanderpbyron 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    John is a tonic. What a lovely guy.

  • @RenatoG1848
    @RenatoG1848 2 ปีที่แล้ว +140

    He is a very good actor and seems like an all around nice human being

    • @rzrhed8728
      @rzrhed8728 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Which is why we need to make as many Lithgow Clones as possible! He really does seem like an awesome guy.

    • @speed2live
      @speed2live 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He is very nice. I served him drinks and dinner back in my NYC days waiting tables.

    • @JB-Ohiolove
      @JB-Ohiolove 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@speed2live
      What great memories you must have. I'd love to meet him one day!

  • @exoterric
    @exoterric 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Been loving John Lithgow for decades. Gem of a human being

  • @1971jwing
    @1971jwing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    John's fluid motion coming onto stage was a flex at 76! Amazing Sir. Great health to all.

  • @ktinxx
    @ktinxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I can't help myself: ever since Stephen explained and demonstrated the difference between how, accordinh to his long-time experience as a talk show host, tv actors and movie stars enter the stage, I pay special attention to each guest's entrance. John Lithgow's was 100% movie star excellence!! 👏👏👏

    • @rossta888
      @rossta888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      i remember this pompous right winger news guy was on and he walked out and tried to hug Steven and he backed right up like . whoa whoa whoa I don't just hug anybody buddie.! ... so when i see him really go in for a hug i KNOW he respects and is friends with the person lol

    • @alexaales7937
      @alexaales7937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i do the same thing! :-). definitely the most heartfelt hug i have seen on the show!

  • @Gbusjones
    @Gbusjones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    I normally don't watch the interviews, but John made me click the video.

  • @mariyamwaniki
    @mariyamwaniki 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Love John. How has he not changed in 30 years.

    • @MichaelSplatkins
      @MichaelSplatkins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I was just thinking that! He may as well be coming off of the set of Harry and the Henderson's and it feels like there should be a Guinness record being set haha. The silver hair is the most notable difference by far. Lucky sod ^^

    • @deborahhoward7822
      @deborahhoward7822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Being happy will do that to you!,🥰

  • @sheilashaw6972
    @sheilashaw6972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    John Lithgow is such a treasure! I adore everything that he is in and does!

  • @mustang_orbit170
    @mustang_orbit170 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    John Lithgow directing a play. I think the "3rd Rock" episode where Dick directs the school play is one of the best.

    • @Maya_Pinion
      @Maya_Pinion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      👍 yep ....I sound old,but remember when most of nightly sitcoms were so good ya couldn't stop laughing ....Taxi: ea.when they take reverend Jim for his driver's test etc etc.

    • @laurahoward5426
      @laurahoward5426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Third Rock was a Gift from the Gods

    • @rwdchannel2901
      @rwdchannel2901 ปีที่แล้ว

      He made a young girl cry.

  • @thebusybee7080
    @thebusybee7080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Colbert's audience is so great and expressive.

  • @TheRogueStatesman
    @TheRogueStatesman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Lithgow is a national treasure, and one of the KINDEST human beings that's ever lived!

  • @canadianhappyinitalytruest6556
    @canadianhappyinitalytruest6556 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    He reminds me of all the best parts of the people I like most in my life.

  • @karlkarlos3545
    @karlkarlos3545 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Yes!!!! Please film your dinner. This could be "My Dinner with Andre" of our age.

  • @ChipCain
    @ChipCain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Actual legend.

  • @willene58
    @willene58 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Lovely to hear John and so good to see the other Guiliani..

  • @DNTXPCTMCH
    @DNTXPCTMCH 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    John is by far one of my favorite actors. He has been a constant source of fabulous entertainment my whole life. I am thankful for his talent. Thank you for being yourself

  • @artel6225
    @artel6225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The Old Man, this year. Good viewing. Looks in great health too. Never forget 3rd rock….😂😂

    • @francescaa8331
      @francescaa8331 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Loved the Old Man. Heard it's renewed, can't wait. And 30 rock was great. Might be fun if they did a reunion.

  • @williamkittler
    @williamkittler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I simply wonder to myself while watching anything he is in what a perfect artist he is. Everything he does is done with joy, authenticity and humility. He is one of the best human beings I’ve ever seen!

  • @rickc7487
    @rickc7487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I'm surprised he was so lucid after slamming so much "Diet Pepsi" and "Diet Dr Pepper" in the previous skit...

    • @vg4917
      @vg4917 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      outright lie!

  • @dexterwagmeister3848
    @dexterwagmeister3848 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He’s the most gracious person you’d ever meet in real life…truly a talented guy, but also so so so genuinely nice and very gracious with his fans 💕💕💕

  • @cherylannebarillartist7453
    @cherylannebarillartist7453 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Love is Strange”, an exquisitely sensitive and beautiful film!!!!!
    A must see!!!!!

    • @kathleenscullion8348
      @kathleenscullion8348 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Loved it. Delicate,sensational acting and direction. Glad he mentioned it.

  • @curanderoverde
    @curanderoverde 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    "The World According to Garp" was such a great film

    • @grumpynold
      @grumpynold 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Roberta Muldoon ❤❤❤

    • @kathleenscullion8348
      @kathleenscullion8348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes!! It was a game changer to discover the novels of John Irving. This movie one of the few films as good as the book.

  • @AAXS-op1vo
    @AAXS-op1vo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THAT’S a FRIENDSHIP hug!😊

  • @donnadelahanty9903
    @donnadelahanty9903 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a great talent and nice man! ❤❤❤ John Lithgow
    Third Rock From The Sun plus plus plus

  • @seancaceres619
    @seancaceres619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    John looks like he could live for another 70 years.
    I hope so👍
    One of my favorite actors of All time.

  • @hammun6
    @hammun6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    John Lithgow is an utter delight.

  • @briangulla2480
    @briangulla2480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Rudy sketch was hilarious, still laughing 10 hours later, deserves an Oscar!!👍👍👏

    • @lancewedor5306
      @lancewedor5306 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, he is deserving... Oscars are for movies, all your self-satisfied emoji use notwithstanding.

    • @Maya_Pinion
      @Maya_Pinion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes!!!! It was mint,as my kid would say.......I almost peed myself, sorry,too much info....✌️

    • @Maya_Pinion
      @Maya_Pinion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I dig your emojis,I like em,sometimes they add *feeling* to ones comments.....Lance doesn't seem like the kind of person who would like Stephens show,but,people like to feel superior....😏😵‍💫😬🗣️.....ah,🚬

    • @nicomoreno5028
      @nicomoreno5028 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lancewedor5306 Self satisfied? You're kind of haughty, aren't you mister? They were just trying to pay him a compliment.

    • @lancewedor5306
      @lancewedor5306 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      .@@nicomoreno5028 And sadly failing.. Alas.
      sometimes I am haughty, not the worst of my character defects. Thanks for sharing your insight, I appreciate you taking the time to respond.

  • @aiai-j7i
    @aiai-j7i 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He looks amazing! His outfit is so classy and elegant--those rings! his glasses! the colour of his suit! Love this man so much!! Thank you for all the laughs, dear Mr. Lithgow!

  • @timallsopp8656
    @timallsopp8656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The great John Lithgow! What a legend!

  • @gabriellerose3839
    @gabriellerose3839 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The best actor. He takes it to levels not often seen

  • @renatacantore3684
    @renatacantore3684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would like to see Jonathan Lithgow play an opposing villain to James Spader on THE BLACKLIST. That would be 🔥🔥🔥🔥🏆🏆😎😎♥️♥️

  • @Onora619
    @Onora619 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've absolutely adored Johm Lithgow since I was a toddler (I'm almost 36 now) and I'm so happy he's still active.

  • @alydematti
    @alydematti 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    John was fantastic in 3rd Rock From The Sun and Dexter - 2 of my favorites shows of all time!

  • @osilva2367
    @osilva2367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love John Lithgow sooooo much!! As an actor, comedian and all around good human!

  • @johnhaxby306
    @johnhaxby306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I met him a long time ago in an elevator, he was very nice and chatted a bit. I can't remember about what because I was freaking out in my head.

  • @snarkylive
    @snarkylive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    John Lithgow is the weird alien dad I never had.

    • @aiai-j7i
      @aiai-j7i 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      But always wanted? 🙂

  • @cynthiamason4069
    @cynthiamason4069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That film that Mr. Lithgow mentioned, Love Is Strange, is a gem and I highly recommend it.

  • @Morgam06
    @Morgam06 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    John Lithgow is fantastic.

  • @_i_am_unceded
    @_i_am_unceded 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My two favorite stars.

  • @NewMessage
    @NewMessage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You heard it. If there isn't a 'Stephen and John go to lunch' segment in the next few months, we can assume they didn't get along and the footage was burned.

  • @KimberlyBishh
    @KimberlyBishh 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've always loved John Lithgow especially from Harry and the hendersons when I was a kid but ever since Dexter he really changed my mind about what an actor can really do 🤔👏👏👏
    especially with his face.

  • @AAXS-op1vo
    @AAXS-op1vo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE John Lithgow! He has such awesome and fun energy!

  • @vicious1328
    @vicious1328 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing actor, funny, intelligent beautiful soul.Cheers.

  • @williamjones7163
    @williamjones7163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Don't forget "The World According to Garp"

  • @alaskantrader6236
    @alaskantrader6236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    John Lithgow is gods gifts to this earth lol

  • @PhoenixProdLLC
    @PhoenixProdLLC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    John Lithgow has a great personality and a superior talent. Thanks for sharing it,

  • @mikeperkins3469
    @mikeperkins3469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great Actor...

  • @greatergoodfijithegreaterg6272
    @greatergoodfijithegreaterg6272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Acting Without Acting, The Title of Constanza's book in Curb

  • @WretchedPanda
    @WretchedPanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The thumbnail looks like Stephen is shooting a laser from his mouth😂

  • @The_ZeroLine
    @The_ZeroLine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lithgow is one of the most dynamic and versatile guys out. He’s mastered about 20
    different mediums.

  • @jasonrowe3847
    @jasonrowe3847 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a fan of how John Lithgow zips his trousers. When he's WEARING trousers...

  • @dubginkxx
    @dubginkxx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harry and the Hendersons....is where I became a fan of this beloved Man...

    • @kingrichard1759
      @kingrichard1759 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For me it was "The world according to Garp"

  • @paulpolpiboon9535
    @paulpolpiboon9535 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Strange he hasn't aged at all, not really. Great actor, btw him and John Malcovich can play the creepiest villain.

  • @LarryThePhotoGuy
    @LarryThePhotoGuy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Buckaroo Banzai: Across the 8th Dimension" John Lithgow as the alien mastermind. Prepare to enjoy!

  • @yurielcundangan9090
    @yurielcundangan9090 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Trusting a Republican is similar to trusting into a scorpion to do not sting

  • @klipkultur3680
    @klipkultur3680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my favourite artist.

  • @tammyd.970
    @tammyd.970 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "Love is Strange" is a lovely movie!! Probably one of his performances I most enjoyed. Not that I could pick just one... Love Lithgow!!

  • @johnro6659
    @johnro6659 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lithgow is one of my favorite actors, First saw him in Harry and the Hendersons then in Distant Thunder and of course his part in the remake of the Twilight Zone, always loved him in 3rd Rock from the Sun loved it when he was in an airplane and screamed there's something on the wing on an Episode of 3rd Rock. I really got to catch up on a lot of his later roles.

  • @pgknippel
    @pgknippel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Geez, I really want to hear that music from the commercial break, now!

  • @garycraigart3579
    @garycraigart3579 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    OK !!! Great idea for a series. "Dinner alone with..." We would love to see segments of famous people talk and eat, while discussing...whatever they want.!!!! Better than singing in a car with celebrities.

  • @Jay-ate-a-bug
    @Jay-ate-a-bug 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stephen's new Netflix Special: Late Night Hosts getting Lunch with Actors.

  • @cosmicphoto05
    @cosmicphoto05 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want John Lithgow to narrate ALL the audiobooks.

  • @misterderp4566
    @misterderp4566 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's such a trip seeing Lithgow in real life being such a sweet, thoughtful person and comparing that to his run in Dexter. I know I'm the first person to ever say that.

  • @justsaying14
    @justsaying14 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for being such a freak
    uent guest 🤗

  • @pstonge123
    @pstonge123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One Word: 3rd Rock From the Sun💥

  • @cynthiawilson4500
    @cynthiawilson4500 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd hug that bear too.. love Lithgow

  • @wildthinair
    @wildthinair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2010 The Year We Make Contact ❤

  • @encor3964
    @encor3964 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    NOW THAT IS THE WAY TO HUG!!!!

  • @prowlermadmax2
    @prowlermadmax2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i've seen a bunch of his movies my favorite is "The Manhattan Project"

  • @jlm17533
    @jlm17533 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love John lithgow !! An amazing actor!!!!!!

  • @budgiefriend
    @budgiefriend 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super baddy in Cliffhanger.

  • @senguptasayn
    @senguptasayn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He was so terrific as Gladstone.

  • @noway9081
    @noway9081 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great actor and good guy. No wonder he is to soul searingly terrifying when he plays villains.

  • @RedQueenCreative_Roxie
    @RedQueenCreative_Roxie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    John Lithgow is a national treasure.

  • @DerekHoscorner
    @DerekHoscorner 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stephen Colbert john lithgow say some directors greatest hits awesomeness job interview

  • @ywoulduchoosetousethis
    @ywoulduchoosetousethis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a brilliant thespian

  • @ADifferentMethod13
    @ADifferentMethod13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Harry and the Hendersons changed my life!!!

  • @walkingbassline
    @walkingbassline 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Blues March! The band is on fire!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @cdipsingh
      @cdipsingh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best part of the interview and btw I love john lithgow 🤣

  • @Guanjyn
    @Guanjyn ปีที่แล้ว

    Never really liked 3rd Rock when I was a kid but I’ve been a fan since seeing him in Dexter.

  • @natalie651
    @natalie651 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He hasn't aged in 40 years.

  • @brooke9297
    @brooke9297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why is it that his laugh is so surprising to me 🤔🤔🤔

  • @Emlizardo
    @Emlizardo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lord John Worfin! OMG!

  • @NickOtis0707
    @NickOtis0707 ปีที่แล้ว

    He doesn't look bad for 77 years old. My favorite movie by him is the movie (Harry And The Hendersons) I wish they would have made a second sequel of the movie. Wouldn't be neat if he played in the new movie Harry and the hendersons or he finds Harry a little older with his family...✍️✝️❤️🙏🇺🇸

  • @vothaar
    @vothaar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He looks great!!!

  • @PeterZeeke
    @PeterZeeke 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    he didn't mention "Santa Claus The Movie"

  • @michaelpipkin9942
    @michaelpipkin9942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harry and the Henderson's was my movie stepdad, married to Honey I Shrunk the Kids who cheated on The Goonies who had a side chick named Back To the Future who knew Home Alone who dated Earnest Goes To Camp

  • @Gbusjones
    @Gbusjones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hell, ima click the part 2

  • @PuppetierMaster
    @PuppetierMaster 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    what turned me on to notice his acting chops was Dexter season 4 villain and his Shrek performance.

  • @christinarobinson516
    @christinarobinson516 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The band is hot tonight 👏

  • @heatherallen2236
    @heatherallen2236 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adore John Lithgow 🥰😍 He is such a kind hearted, talented and genuine person 💕

  • @marya.8980
    @marya.8980 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lithgow is genius!!!

  • @FrankBenlin
    @FrankBenlin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What the hells wrong with TH-cam? Why isn't the other half of this interview in the recommended videos over there?

  • @ethgratz2186
    @ethgratz2186 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Brits love this guy as actor to.

  • @krisfrederick5001
    @krisfrederick5001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Harry and the Henderson's!