The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo

S2 · E1 · Sep 30, 2021

Drew Barrymore / Keedron Bryant Episode 1

‘Tis the season for all seasons as Drew Barrymore swings by to dress up a snowman, and Keedron Bryant joins Elmo and his new friend Skyler to sing a song about summer. Then, it’s time for a “spot the difference” picture challenge!

S2 · E2 · Sep 30, 2021

Seth Meyers / Kelly Rowland Episode 2

“Old MacDonald Had a Farm” and on that farm are celebrity friends Seth Meyers, who challenges Elmo’s new friend Felice to an obstacle course, and Kelly Rowland, who performs her rendition of the classic song!

S2 · E3 · Sep 30, 2021

Brady Noon / WanMor Episode 3

It’s a pet party when actor and animal lover Brady Noon stops by for a paw-some game against Elmo’s new friend Jayla that tests their ability to leash a dog. Next, Wanmor “raises the ruff” with a song about how to properly care for pets.

S2 · E4 · Oct 7, 2021

Amber Ruffin / Bebe Rexha Episode 4

Rise and shine! While Ernie helps Bert with a morning do-over, Elmo and his new friend Ziva are joined by comedian and TV show host Amber Ruffin for a teeth-cleaning challenge. Then, Bebe Rexha sings about morning routines!

S2 · E5 · Oct 14, 2021

Jenna Bush Hager / Sophie Fatu Episode 5

While Felix and Baby Bear plan a pretend trip to outer space, author and talk show host Jenna Bush Hager squares off against Elmo’s new friend Nilah in a suitcase-packing challenge, and Sophie Fatu sings about traveling.

S2 · E6 · Oct 21, 2021

Ames McNamara / Leslie Odom Jr. Episode 6

Actor Ames McNamara joins in on the fun in this bathtime-themed episode! Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr. performs the iconic bath time classic, “Rubber Duckie!”

S2 · E7 · Oct 28, 2021

Dani & Dannah Lane / AJR Episode 7

Sisters Dani and Dannah Lane team up with Elmo’s new friend Lucia to sort mail before the brothers of AJR sing “Heroes in Your Neighborhood.” Then, Cookie enlists his friends for help thanking community workers!

S2 · E8 · Nov 4, 2021

Rohan Chand / Kane Brown Episode 8

While Ernie preps Bert for a big football game, actor and tennis lover Rohan Chand suits up for a thrilling timed challenge. Later, country music star Kane Brown steps up to the plate for a song about the topic of the day: sports!

S2 · E9 · Nov 11, 2021

Busy Philipps Episode 9

Elmo forgets his signature tie just in time to teach the audience about… getting dressed! Then, Busy Philipps packs on the winter clothes in a timed challenge against Elmo’s new friend Christian.

S2 · E10 · Nov 18, 2021

Aidy Bryant / Hello Sunday Episode 10

Comedian Aidy Bryant and singing duo Hello Sunday stop by for some babysitting-themed fun as Cookie Monster does his best to keep an eye on his niece.

S2 · E11 · Nov 25, 2021

Mackenzie Hancsicsak / Juanes Episode 11

“C”is for cook-ing as actor Mackenzie Hancsicsak joins Elmo’s new friend Destin in a Cookie Monster-themed pancake challenge. Later, Juanes sings about navigating the kitchen.

S2 · E12 · Dec 2, 2021

Sway Bhatia / Tori Kelly Episode 12

The studio is abuzz for bug day as actor Sway Bhatia drops by to learn and play games all about insects. Then, it’s buggy boogie time with singer Tori Kelly!

S2 · E13 · Dec 9, 2021

Shahadi Wright Joseph / Madison Reyes Episode 13

S2 · E14 · Dec 16, 2021

Tamron Hall / Brandon "Taz" Niederauer Episode 14

Elmo jams out for musical instrument day with journalist Tamron Hall and guitarist Brandon “Taz” Niederauer.

S2 · E15 · Dec 23, 2021

Big Bird / Kelvin Dukes Episode 15

Elmo’s new friend Ryan puts his skills to the test against Big Bird and Kelvin Dukes, while Grover helps Baby Bear open his brand-new restaurant!

S2 · E16 · Dec 30, 2021

Isaiah Russell-Bailey / James Monroe Iglehart Episode 16

Isaiah Russell-Bailey and James Monroe Iglehart show Elmo just how much fun chores can be, while Grover does his best to help Rosita clean up the studio.