David Letterman Sets TV Return With Six-Episode Netflix Series

[underpants]

http://www.rollingstone.com/tv/news/david-letterman-sets-tv-return-with-six-episode-netflix-series-w496551

A little over two years after David Letterman commenced his retirement, the talk-show host has announced his return to the small screen for a limited Netflix series. Premiering in 2018, the as-yet-untitled program, which will come out as six, hour-long installments, will find the host interviewing one guest each episode, as well as comedy and "curiosity" bits outside of the studio.

"I feel excited and lucky to be working on this project for Netflix," the host said in a statement. "Here's what I have learned: If you retire to spend more time with your family, check with your family first. Thanks for watching, drive safely."

[spiderpig]

1. Thank the Maker! I have missed Dave every single day.

I'll take anything I can get.

(Is he still sporting the Santa Claus beard?)

[underpants]

2. According to the pic on the article - Yes

I've watched Dave since his daytime show in the early 80's.

[MuseRider]

6. I loved that show!

I too miss him terribly. This is wonderful news.

[LenaBaby61]

3. Thank the Maker! I have missed Dave every single day.

Me too! SO happy to have him BACK!!

[phylny]

4. I adore Dave. n/t

[lpbk2713]

5. That's good to hear.

There's been a hole in my TV ever since Dave retired. I hope this goes over well
because Dave was at his best when his comedy and comment was fresh and topical.

[SoCalDem]

12. Now if we can convince Jon Stewart & Craig Ferguson

I would be a happy camper...they could tag-team a time slot and have plenty of time off..

[lpbk2713]

13. That WOULD be a treat.

And a major coup for Netflix if they could fit all three in their budget.

[Blue_true]

17. I think Jon Stewart is done.

Does not seem to have the fire in his belly anymore. Maybe he has teen kids that will be leaving the nest soon and he wants to spend time with them before they become adults.

[Duppers]

19. Jon will appear on HBO for 2 shows.

HBO confirmed this week that former Daily Show Host Jon Stewart will headline two HBO comedy specials for the network.

[rusty quoin]

7. It was fun watching him guest host TCM's The Essentials

[progressoid]

8. He did?

Dang I missed that. Hope they play it again.

[progressoid]

9. "If you retire to spend more time with your family, check with your family first."

[lunamagica]

10. He still has it!

[lunamagica]

11. Wonderful news! I still mis Dave SO MUCH!

I was recently remembering how much I loved to close my bedroom door, leaving the day and the world behind, and just relax and laugh with Dave...How I miss that!

[edbermac]

14. I love ya Dave but GET A SHAVE!!

[lpbk2713]

15. And stop buying your shirts at K-Mart.

You can do better than that.

[Skittles]

16. agreed

that is just plain nasty

[Blue_true]

18. He looks like a skinny Santa. nt

[calimary]

20. Yeah... lose the beard, Dave.

But the rest of you - come back! Now! We need you!

Frankly, with trump in the White House now, I don't see how he could bear staying away for even one more minute. Same for Jon Stewart.

[trueblue2007]

21. thank GOD FOR DAVID LETTERMAN. I LOVE HIM.