Jimmy Kimmel Live!
A ABC Original
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is a weekly late-night talk show centered on Jimmy Kimmel's easy, jokey hosting and an ever-changing slate of celebrity guests. Episodes usually begin with a topical monologue, then move to interviews, comedy sketches, taped bits, and a musical performance. Regulars like... Read more
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About Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is a weekly late-night talk show centered on Jimmy Kimmel's easy, jokey hosting and an ever-changing slate of celebrity guests. Episodes usually begin with a topical monologue, then move to interviews, comedy sketches, taped bits, and a musical performance. Regulars like Guillermo add recurring beats and street-ready humor that contrast with Kimmel's desk riffs. The program shifts tone depending on the news cycle, from light pop culture chat to sharper political jokes, but mostly aims to deliver short, punchy moments that work on television and as online clips. New guests and topical jokes keep its format fresh.
Premiering on ABC in 2003, the series was created and is hosted by Jimmy Kimmel. It established itself within the late-night lineup, blending traditional desk segments with filmed sketches. The program has been produced across multiple seasons, adapting its format.
Over its run the show has earned industry recognition, receiving multiple Emmy nominations and other awards for writing, production, and short-form segments. Peers have acknowledged taped bits and contributors, with writers, producers, and correspondents picking up honors that highlight the craft behind the on-air comedy.
Several recurring bits became part of late-night culture, with short segments and celebrity moments repeatedly circulating online. Guillermo rose to prominence as a fan favorite, and 'mean tweets' style segments helped popularize celebrities reading social media on TV. The show helped push late-night toward more shareable, clip-friendly content.
Critical response has been mixed, reflected in a 5.5/10 user vote average. Fans praise Kimmel's timing, guest lineup, and stunt work, while critics point to uneven nights and reliance on viral bits. The show balances pop culture promotion, topical humor, and occasional political commentary, aiming to entertain rather than lecture.
Details
- Release Date
- January 26, 2003
- Rating
- TV-14
- User Ratings
- 191 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 25
- Episodes
- 3255
- Network
- ABC
- Status
- Returning Series
- Genres
- Talk, Comedy
- Country
- United States
- Studio
- Kimmelot +4 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Jimmy Kimmel
Self - Host
Guillermo Rodriguez
Self
Seasons (25 seasons, 3255 episodes)
Season 1
189 episodes - 2003
Season 2
18 episodes - 2004
Season 3
178 episodes - 2005
Season 4
189 episodes - 2006
Season 5
154 episodes - 2007
Season 6
172 episodes - 2008
Season 7
171 episodes - 2009
Season 8
176 episodes - 2010
Season 9
168 episodes - 2011
Season 10
166 episodes - 2012
Season 11
171 episodes - 2013
Season 12
169 episodes - 2014
Season 13
152 episodes - 2015
Season 14
14 episodes - 2016
Season 15
15 episodes - 2017
Season 16
31 episodes - 2018
Season 17
171 episodes - 2019
Season 18
120 episodes - 2020
Season 19
185 episodes - 2020
Season 20
167 episodes - 2021
Season 21
104 episodes - 2022
Season 22
145 episodes - 2023
Season 23
157 episodes - 2024
Season 24
71 episodes - 2025
Season 25
10 episodes - 2026
