Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney has quickly become a talking point in the late-night television landscape, delivering both surprise and humor as it airs on Netflix. The show debuted on March 12, 2025, with a structure that has left both viewers and executives wondering what they signed up for. Host John Mulaney recalled the "funniest phone call" he received from Netflix when executives expressed their disbelief at the guests lined up for the first episode, which included the legendary Joan Baez and comedian Fred Armisen. The chaos unfolded as Mulaney humorously recounted how one executive told him, "This is not the show we sold," a moment representing the unpredictable nature of the show.
The inaugural episode featured not only Baez and Armisen but also included guests like Michael Keaton, personal finance columnist Jessica Roy, and Tracy Morgan, who humorously performed as "King Latifah" during the show. Mulaney added a mix of absurdity and humor that even caught Netflix off guard, and judging by its entrance into Netflix’s Top 10 Shows in the U.S. this week, viewers seem to enjoy this unexpected take on late-night format.
In a subsequent episode which premiered on March 19, 2025, Mulaney continued along the path of unconventionality. This time, he briefly droned on about Ken Jennings' Jeopardy! debut—a fact he inaccurately claimed happened 25 years ago, not the true 21—but his self-deprecating humor kept the audience engaged and entertained. Featuring musical performances unusually positioned early in the show, guests Kim Gordon and Kim Deal turned heads with their performances. Interestingly, it marked the first collaboration where they performed Sonic Youth’s "Little Trouble Girl" together, showcasing a unique blend of musical history and current culture.
Amidst all of this, Mulaney also welcomed actor Ben Stiller onto the stage to humorously discuss cruises—without Stiller ever having been on one. Their conversation touched upon quirky anecdotes related to cruise ships, including stories from live callers about their cruise experiences. Mulaney’s ability to weave amusing narratives with a little absurdity felt refreshing to viewers, especially when he allowed an elderly rabbi to recount the plot of the submarine movie Crimson Tide. Out of everything, this instance stands out, emphasizing not just humor but a unique narrative style that’s distinctly Mulaney.
Some evident chaos defined the format of both episodes with unexpected twists that defy standard late-night sequences—no mindless promotion or strictly rehearsed jokes here. The unique segments interspersed with Mulaney’s commentary provided a refreshing escape from the norm, with both the planned absurdities and unintentional mishaps meshing seamlessly into the overall fabric of the show.
As he reflects on the show, Mulaney states that he’s not looking to remain in this late-night realm for the next three decades. The intention behind Everyone’s Live is less about longevity and more about enjoying the creative process and sharing spontaneous moments with the audience. The response from fans has been positive, which feeds into the cycle of creativity. Viewers appreciate the departure from the scripted environments that often overshadow late-night comedy.
In the end, Mulaney’s chaotic show forges a unique space within the entertainment industry. Whether that translates into a long-standing series remains to be seen, but for the time being, he has certainly energized Netflix’s late-night offerings.”} ]} } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } } }}
