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35 episodes

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver - Season 2

First aired Feb 8, 2015Season 2

Browse all 35 episodes in this season, including available images, air dates, runtimes, ratings and episode summaries from TMDB.

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Community reviews for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, shown here with its season details.

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Peter McGinn

Apr 4, 2020
8.0

I usually, but not always, get something out of each episode of John Oliver’s show. Since he goes into great detail on a different topic each week, it depends on the topic as to whether Inenjoy the episode. Sometimes he takes matters further than just talking about issues. For example, my favorite show was when he talked about how easy it is to beget non-taxable status as a church, and to illustrate, the show started its own church. It was humorous, informative and the donations they collected went to a charity, not to buy a jet for an evangelist. The other part of the show is the opening monologue, which I find usually makes some great points and produces laughs, but he also seems to push a joke too far for my taste, like, I got it already. And of course it is HBO so sex jokes come into play. Still, it usually is worth watching, especially when he tackles topics that interest me.

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tournelhenry

Dec 12, 2022
3.0

I don't know if this show was always this bad or Oliver lost his mind. A that criticises current political events should at least gets its facts straight, insane political bias aside. This show has just turned into a Chinese-communist-style propaganda arm of a particular political group (I won't mention for the sake of keeping this review neutral), but Oliver boldly tells blatant lies to his audience while completely abandoning the "comedy" aspect of a show that is supposed to be political comedy

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Dasha K

May 4, 2025
1.0

I am so tired of this annoying smug British loser. He thinks he is so clever and funny and I read that the "laughter" from the audience is all fake. Total junk and I'm glad I'm not paying for HBO. Has Been Office.

Episodes

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Episode 1

Marketing to Doctors

7.4
Feb 8, 201530 min9 votes

John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors. Also, since RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy, John has created a farewell message for them. Plus, the online sessions by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa to address the public aren't going too well.

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Episode 2

Tobacco

7.8
Feb 15, 201530 min9 votes

Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the U.S., smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas and how Phillip Morris International in particular is employing some unethical legal practices while suing some of the world's poorest countries. Plus, we've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.

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Episode 3

Elected Judges

8.1
Feb 22, 201530 min7 votes

The vast majority of US judges are elected, forcing many judges to pander to the electorate and accept campaign money in order to keep their jobs. This seems slightly troubling... The UK's Labour Party has painted a campaign van pink in an attempt to attract women voters. We are glad they didn't keep going with that strategy.

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Episode 4

Infrastructure

7.4
Mar 1, 201530 min7 votes

America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.

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Episode 5

U.S. Territories

8.5
Mar 8, 201530 min2 votes

A set of Supreme Court decisions made over 100 years ago has left U.S. territories without meaningful representation. That’s weird, right? Plus, daylight saving time doesn’t actually benefit anyone. Strangely, it’s still a thing!

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Episode 6

The NCAA

7.4
Mar 15, 201530 min8 votes

The NCAA doesn’t pay athletes because they consider them amateurs. The NCAA considers them amateurs because they don’t get paid.

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Episode 7

Municipal Violations

8.1
Mar 22, 201530 min7 votes

If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life. Also, the New Hampshire legislature refused to make the red-tailed hawk the official raptor of their state... so Last Week Tonight made it the official raptor of the show.

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Episode 8

Government Surveillance

9.3
Apr 5, 201530 min7 votes

There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.

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Episode 9

The IRS

7.5
Apr 12, 201530 min8 votes

Nobody likes the IRS. But recent budget and staff cuts have made it increasingly difficult for the department to do its very important job. Don’t take our word for it. Ask Michael Bolton.

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Episode 10

Patents

8.5
Apr 19, 201530 min6 votes

For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!

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Episode 11

Fashion

8.3
Apr 26, 201530 min6 votes

John explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.

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Episode 12

Standardized Testing

8.3
May 3, 201530 min6 votes

American students face a ridiculous amount of testing. John Oliver explains how standardized tests impact school funding, the achievement gap and how often the kids are expected to throw up while taking one.

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Episode 13

Paid Family Leave

8.5
May 10, 201530 min6 votes

Many American companies do not offer paid leave after the birth of a child, which means they probably shouldn’t run sappy Mother’s Day ads. Also, the Japanese have some unhealthy obsession with mascots and John proposes to adopt some of that culture in the U.S. government agencies as well.

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Episode 14

Chickens

8.0
May 17, 201530 min6 votes

John Oliver explains how chicken farming can be unfair, punishing, and inhumane. And not just for the chickens!

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Episode 15

FIFA II

8.9
May 31, 201530 min7 votes

After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA. Also, Thailand's ignorance about the world's history involving Hitler might require some re-education.

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Episode 16

Bail

8.5
Jun 7, 201530 min6 votes

John Oliver explains why America’s bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.

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Episode 17

Torture

8.8
Jun 14, 201530 min6 votes

The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in. Plus, information about the 2015 European Games and the Canadian Senate expenses scandal.

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Episode 18

The Internet

8.7
Jun 21, 201530 min6 votes

Online harassment is a major problem, but it’s rarely prosecuted. If only we’d been warned about this in the early days of the internet.

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Episode 19

Transgender Rights

8.7
Jun 28, 201530 min6 votes

This week’s gay rights victory was historic, but the transgender community still faces staggering challenges. John Oliver focuses on the “T” in “LGBT."

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Episode 20

Stadiums

8.3
Jul 12, 201530 min6 votes

Cities spend massive amounts of public money on privately-owned stadiums. Cities issue tax-exempt municipal bonds that — wait, don’t fall asleep!

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Episode 21

Food Waste

8.4
Jul 19, 201530 min7 votes

Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.

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Episode 22

Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws

8.1
Jul 26, 201530 min7 votes

Mandatory minimums require fixed prison sentences for certain crimes. John Oliver explains why we treat some turkeys better than most low-level offenders.

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Episode 23

District of Columbia

8.6
Aug 2, 201530 min5 votes

Washington DC experiences taxation without representation. It's also missing from rhyming state songs. John Oliver and a group of singing children fix one of these problems. Plus, a sex scandal involving the Chairman of the British House of Lords.

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Episode 24

Sex Education

8.4
Aug 9, 201530 min7 votes

Sex education varies widely between school districts, leaving many teens without comprehensive information. We made a video that covers what some schools are too embarrassed to teach.

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Episode 25

Church

9.0
Aug 16, 201530 min7 votes

John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.

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Episode 26

LGBT Discrimination

8.1
Aug 23, 201529 min7 votes

This year’s gay marriage ruling was a milestone, but LGBT discrimination is still surprisingly legal. John Oliver explains why we need a federal anti-discrimination law. Plus, the rising tensions on the border between North and South Korea, and why Vladimir Putin has started a war on food.

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Episode 27

Public Defenders

8.3
Sep 13, 201530 min9 votes

The Miranda warning includes the right to a public defender. It doesn’t include the fact that public defenders are highly overworked and grossly underpaid. Plus, a Michigan state legislature scandal, Guatemala's unusual election, and the longevity of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Episode 28

Migrants and Refugees

8.0
Sep 27, 201530 min9 votes

Millions of migrants seeking asylum in Europe face hostility, racism, and red tape. John Oliver does one admittedly tiny thing for one of them. Plus Pope's visit to the U.S., the unsavory practices of Volkswagen car manufacturer, and some shocking allegations about the activities of former British PM David Cameron.

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Episode 29

Mental Health

8.3
Oct 4, 201530 min6 votes

John discusses Russia's involvement in Syria, the U.N. General Assembly, and the problems with the national system for treating mental illness. Plus, why creating a Yelp-like app for rating other people seems like a bad idea.

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Episode 30

North Dakota

8.2
Oct 11, 201530 min6 votes

North Dakota is known for being polite, but perhaps they’ve been a little too hospitable to oil companies. Plus, the mess atop of FIFA's leadership and the connection between Toyota and ISIS.

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Episode 31

Canada

8.4
Oct 18, 201530 min5 votes

Canada is about to have a major election. John Oliver enlists Mike Myers, a beaver, and a moose to give voters some advice. Plus, the unpopularity of the Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto and the habit of American politicians to misquote historical figures.

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Episode 32

Medicaid Gap

7.7
Nov 1, 201530 min6 votes

John Oliver looks at the upcoming local state elections, the results of which could affect the lives of millions of Americans that are looking for Medicaid assistance. Plus, the 'peace talks' held in Vienna, Austria concerning the war in Syria gather nearly 20 countries, but not a single representative from Syria itself. And how Kenny G could help de-escalate the tension between China and its neighbors in South China Sea.

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Episode 33

Prisoner Re-entry

7.9
Nov 8, 201530 min8 votes

John Oliver discusses problems that prisoners face when re-entering the society after they're released from prison. A quick interview with Bilal Chatman shines a light on one such case. Plus, a law proposed in the United Kingdom advocates for a mass surveillance of citizens' online activities, how Department of Defense is paying huge sums of money to professional sports teams to honor veterans during their events, and Washington Redskins file a lawsuit to defend their poorly chosen trademark name by naming other terrible examples.

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Episode 34

Daily Fantasy Sports

8.1
Nov 15, 201530 min7 votes

John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.

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Episode 35

Refugees & Pennies

8.1
Nov 22, 201530 min7 votes

John reflects on the aftermath of Paris attacks and how it affects refugees worldwide. Plus, he questions the usefulness of the U.S. penny, since minting the coins costs more than they're actually worth.