Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

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Season 1
  • Network: NBC
  • Series Premiere Date: Mar 3, 2009
Season #: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
5.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 107 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 107
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 107
  3. Negative: 47 out of 107

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  1. BrendonJ
    Mar 30, 2009
    10
    I'm surprised that most people aren't even giving Fallon a chance. Though a bit nervous during the first few episodes, it really does feel like the show is finally hitting its stride. VERY funny stuff, and it altogether feels very unique. I can only see this show getting better (maybe even as good as Conan).
  2. ErollM
    Aug 2, 2009
    10
    Be nice to late night with Jimmy Fallon he's best the guy in world and funniest and Jokes could lead him to Next King of Late night for 30 years. only if a Clown Says that.
  3. hasanh
    Sep 5, 2009
    10
    I think he's really funny. all he needs is a few months to get into a rythm i mean no one starts off great
  4. RhodyT
    Mar 12, 2009
    10
    He's not as good as Conan was when he left, but he's MUCH better than Conan was when he started. Think about that.
  5. CameronC
    Jul 26, 2009
    10
    You just gotta give fallon a chance. He is probably one of the most entertaining hosts of any of the late night shows right now. He is just starting so don't keep on giving him a hard time and just wait...soon he will fully develop as a host and he will be amazing.
  6. Beats
    Aug 16, 2010
    10
    I think the people laugh because nobody is laughing at his jokes. the roots are probably the only reason i watch not including the clips and hashtag skits.
  7. suz
    Apr 7, 2011
    10
    I love Jimmy Fallon, he is refreshing and multi-talented, he can sign, dance and he is funny. He beats Conan all to pieces. If Jay ever decides to go I hope they choose Jimmy.
  8. thefatone
    Dec 28, 2013
    10
    Late Night with Jimmy Fallon is the best talk show ont v right now, it´s funny, creative. And Jimmy Fallon is a really talented host he´s even good at singing. The Roots also give the show a great ambient, they are always ready to play songs at any moment.
  9. CodyB
    Jun 3, 2009
    9
    The first couple of weeks were short of painful, but now he is coming into his own. I laughed really hard at last nights show (06/01). With the Roots as a band and a lot of Saturday Night Live humor, you can't go wrong.
  10. ShaunaW
    Dec 18, 2009
    9
    I believe that people either love or hate Jimmy Fallon. I see no reason to hate him, though I could understand why people would not be interested in his show. For the most part, I think he tries very hard to engage all types of audiences (mainly younger). Personally, I think he is absolutely hilarious and I love the show. I really never have been interested in evening talk shows but, ever I believe that people either love or hate Jimmy Fallon. I see no reason to hate him, though I could understand why people would not be interested in his show. For the most part, I think he tries very hard to engage all types of audiences (mainly younger). Personally, I think he is absolutely hilarious and I love the show. I really never have been interested in evening talk shows but, ever since I started watching Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, I find I want to watch it everyday!!! I think he has a charm and his confidence is becoming more evident as the show continues.… Expand
  11. MARIE-ANNEC
    Mar 4, 2009
    8
    Despite obvious and expected nerves -with a difficult first up guest- Jimmy went well on debut. Judgement SHOULD start around the end of week2. Until then, just relax, let him find his feet and enjoy!
  12. RobertB
    Jun 6, 2009
    8
    I love his band and I love his show. Especially when he slow jams the news.
  13. JaneD
    Jan 11, 2010
    8
    I have three small children and still stay up past Letterman and O'Brien to watch Jimmy Fallon. Not all nights are worth it, but when he hits it, he hits it and I find myself laughing out loud, by myself at midnight. Housewives of Late Night and some other bits are particularly funny.
  14. joshr
    Mar 22, 2009
    8
    He's doing pretty good, but the roots make the show.
  15. SpencerM
    Jan 16, 2010
    7
    Jimmy's show is hit and miss, that being said, I give all shows a chance that pertain to my interests. Since the show has started it has gotten notably more consistent. The Robert Pattinson stuff is pretty good, Housewives of Late Night can be good sometimes as well. However, what sticks out the most is the Neil Young impersonation (which was absolutely fantastic) and when Julian Jimmy's show is hit and miss, that being said, I give all shows a chance that pertain to my interests. Since the show has started it has gotten notably more consistent. The Robert Pattinson stuff is pretty good, Housewives of Late Night can be good sometimes as well. However, what sticks out the most is the Neil Young impersonation (which was absolutely fantastic) and when Julian Casablanca's performed 'I wish it was Christmas Today' alongside Jimmy and Horatio Sanz.… Expand
  16. ChuckD
    Apr 7, 2009
    7
    He has a lot of learning to do, but I see potential in him. I think he just needs to relax a little bit more and not try too hard.
  17. teek
    Aug 27, 2009
    7
    I love fallon. he was beyond funny at the mtv movie awards and snl. one of my favorite comedians. I love the guy but his show just isnt funny. i want to like it because i like fallon... i seriously want his show to get better. i gave him a pity 7.
  18. moonlite
    Jun 25, 2019
    7
    seeing all the reviews and ratings for this made me kinda sad because jimmy was much funnier earlier in his shows compared to now but anyways
  19. Joe
    Mar 19, 2009
    6
    Come on guys, give the boy a chance. I recall when they almost canceled Leno, then he started to kill Letterman in the ratings. Jimmy is understandably nervous, but he'll grow into it. That job is not as easy as it looks. And, he certainly is more photogenic than Leno with the chin, and Conan, with the Woodie Woodpecker look. Give him a chance, will ya? I'm old enough to be his Come on guys, give the boy a chance. I recall when they almost canceled Leno, then he started to kill Letterman in the ratings. Jimmy is understandably nervous, but he'll grow into it. That job is not as easy as it looks. And, he certainly is more photogenic than Leno with the chin, and Conan, with the Woodie Woodpecker look. Give him a chance, will ya? I'm old enough to be his dad, and I'm just rooting for him to succeed. If anything, the choice of bands is a bit weird. Ya know, I'm not a racist, but an all black whatever you call it band? I think they do hide one white guy in the corner though. Not that they don't play well as I myself am a musician, but the guy on the right who's only talent seems to be to say the word "yeah". Bring back Max and the gang, and I think it would brighten it up, unless Max and the gang is gonna follow Conan when he takes over the Tonight show. . If anything, Jimmy needs to slow down and talk slower, as he slurrs his words a lot. I guess he's still nervous. Hell, at 34, he's still a kid, thrown into a genre that he's not used to. I think once he settles down, he'll do fine.… Expand
  20. WarrenB.
    Mar 25, 2009
    5
    I was at the taping of the premiere, so you'd think I'd be giddy about the show just from being there... but I'm not. Fallon has never been particularly funny (except for some physical comedy), his monologue was stilted, he failed to make comic light of DeNiro's attitude, and the set is angled in a way that discourages a connection with the audience. The Roots, on the I was at the taping of the premiere, so you'd think I'd be giddy about the show just from being there... but I'm not. Fallon has never been particularly funny (except for some physical comedy), his monologue was stilted, he failed to make comic light of DeNiro's attitude, and the set is angled in a way that discourages a connection with the audience. The Roots, on the other hand, were out of control, and should not only have a bigger role in the show, but should also have their own slot at 12:30 AM every weekday morning.… Expand
  21. ZaheerS
    Mar 29, 2009
    5
    A rocky start, to be sure, but let's face it, late night talk-show hosts rarely, if ever, start off well. Conan was disastrous when he began, and everyone acknowledges that. With time, Fallon will probably grow into his position. Until then, we still have Conan.
  22. Patrick
    Mar 13, 2009
    5
    It's not as much that we're laughing with him as much as were' laughing at him. The DeNiro interview was a trainwreck.
  23. RICHARDK.
    Mar 6, 2009
    4
    It's a tough job when you're brand new to it, but Fallon appears way too nervous and lacks confidence. He needs poise.
  24. DerekSB
    Jun 12, 2009
    3
    The guy was great in SNL, but so far his late night show is very very weak. I"m very disappointed. His schmoozing with the guests is painful, as he kissed their asses and they his. No imagination with the bits. I've given up on the show - BORING!
  25. DavidR
    Jul 7, 2009
    3
    He just doesn't have it. Jimmy is not THE guy. He's uncomfortable, uninteresting, and forced. It's just too big a platform for him to fill. He doesn't engage the audience and it's almost like watching a child perform for an adult audience
  26. MichaelC
    Apr 1, 2009
    3
    If it weren't for the producers beefing up the show with big time celebrities, Late Night might have flopped altogether. However, I'm actually glad that Jimmy is so bad, it gave me a chance to discover Craig Ferguson on CBS.
  27. ChristyM
    Jun 5, 2009
    2
    I don't think Jimmy is quite ready for his own tv show, its awkward to watch, he seems kinda lost in what to ask his guest. It doesn't seem to be getting better. The only word that keeps coming to mind is awkward.
  28. BobF
    Apr 2, 2009
    2
    Jimmy seems like a nice guy, but the writing isn't giving him anything. Thd band doesn't connect at all and they look and act like they just got out of prison. Compare it to Kevin Eubanks and the Tonight Show band where Kevin warms up, smiles and jokes with the host. I really hope he succeeds, but there's nothing there right now and I can't see it lasting as is.
  29. SteveA
    Mar 16, 2009
    2
    There isn't enough room on late night TV for two Jimmy's. Guess which one has got to go.
  30. JamesS
    May 8, 2009
    2
    What a terrible choice for a band. There's little banter between Jimmy and his band. There also seems to be very little chemistry, unlike that which existed between Conan and the Max Weinberg Seven, particulary with Max himself, and La Bamba. This even makes Paul Schaeffer look funny.
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Metascore
48

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. Baltimore Sun
    Reviewed by: David Zurawik
    30
    Even granting lots of leeway for opening-night nerves, this was a pretty bad beginning for the Saturday Night Live alum.
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  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Darel Jevens
    50
    An attempt to be silly like O’Brien, his Late Night predecessor, instead had a trying-too-hard feel that approached Carson Daly territory (a place you do not want to be).
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    40
    On a late-night show, either the non-interview comedic bits have to be inspired, or the interviews have to be smooth. With a few exceptions, neither worked all that well during Fallon's first show. The comedy frequently fell flat, and as a host, Fallon is underwhelming at the moment.
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