Ep 24. 10/21/19 (Paul Rudd, Hasan Minhaj, Anthony Ramos)
- October 21, 2019
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5.8 (5)
On the 24th episode of the fifth season of The Late Late Show with James Corden, which aired on October 21st, 2019, audiences were treated to a star-studded lineup featuring actor Paul Rudd, comedian Hasan Minhaj, and actor and singer Anthony Ramos.
One of the highlights of the episode was James Corden's conversation with Paul Rudd, who was promoting his new Netflix series Living with Yourself. The two discussed the premise of the show, which tells the story of a man who finds out that he has been cloned. Rudd also shared some stories from his time on the set of Friends, where he had a recurring role as Phoebe's boyfriend, Mike.
Next, James Corden sat down with Hasan Minhaj, who is best known for his show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj on Netflix. The two discussed Minhaj's recent Emmy win for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series, as well as his experience hosting the White House Correspondents' Dinner in 2017.
Finally, Anthony Ramos took the stage for an electric performance of his song "Mind Over Matter," which featured a full band and backup singers. Ramos, who is known for his roles in Hamilton and A Star is Born, also sat down with James Corden to discuss his upcoming album, which he said was inspired by his upbringing in Brooklyn.
Throughout the episode, James Corden displayed his signature humor and energy, engaging with his guests and audience alike. Viewers were also treated to some classic Late Late Show segments, including a game of "Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts" with Paul Rudd and a segment where James Corden and Hasan Minhaj performed a hilarious "mini musical" about the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.
Overall, the 24th episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden season 5 provided a delightful mix of celebrity interviews, musical performances, and comedic sketches, showcasing the host's versatility and charm.