A Colbert Christmas
Self-proclaimed as "the greatest newsman-hosted holiday special since ‘A Walter Cronkite Tet Offensive,’" this fine, foolish and sentimental musical special is better than an Oreo with a cookie in the middle. ‘Tis not the season to be bloviating. It’s a kinder, gentler Stephen Colbert, of Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report, clad in homey blue jeans, red turtleneck and a (basic) cable-knit cardigan who welcomes viewers to his mountain cabin. Will a marauding bear at his doorstep prevent him from getting to his New York studio to film his Christmas special? It certainly doesn’t prevent inexplicable celebrity drop-ins by country music superstar Toby Keith, country music legend Willie Nelson, indie folk darling Feist and even "ageless icon of generosity and joy Santa Claus (George Wendt)." It’s all merrily "cheesy, crass and a commercial travesty" in the time-honored tradition of network holiday specials, and Colbert delivers with a smile, a song, and the Jonas brothers falling through ice to their dooms (mercifully offscreen).
Genre: Comedy, Entertainment, Special Interest
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A Colbert Christmas : Show Him the Way
aired: Sun, May 3, 2009
After John Legend leaves, a despondent Stephen prays.
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A Colbert Christmas : Preview - Jon Stewart
aired: Sun, May 3, 2009
In this preview clip, Jon Stewart tries to interest Stephen in a festival of lights.
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A Colbert Christmas : Preview - Another Christmas Song
aired: Sun, May 3, 2009
In this preview clip, Stephen puts the final touches on a new Christmas carol.
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A Colbert Christmas : Jon Stewart Drops By
aired: Sun, May 3, 2009
Late-night basic cable's Jon Stewart stops by with some news for Stephen.
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A Colbert Christmas : Peace, Love and Understanding
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
The cast of A Colbert Christmas sings "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding."
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A Colbert Christmas : Another Christmas Song
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Stephen writes another oft-returning, royalty-earning Christmas song.
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A Colbert Christmas : John Legend
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
John Legend sings about his sweet, sweet nutmeg.
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A Colbert Christmas : Feist Sings
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
An angelic Feist puts Stephen and his prayers on hold.
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A Colbert Christmas : Willie Nelson Sings
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Willie Nelson tells the story of a plant that smokes more sweetly than either frankincense or myrrh.
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A Colbert Christmas : Toby Says Goodbye
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Toby Keith says goodbye to Stephen.
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A Colbert Christmas : Santa Vs. Bear
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Santa Claus gives Stephen the greatest gift of all.
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A Colbert Christmas : Jon Stewart
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Jon Stewart tries to interest Stephen in a festival of lights.
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A Colbert Christmas : Intro
aired: Mon, Nov 24, 2008
Stephen is very excited about his Christmas special.
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