David Letterman and Will Arnett to Headline Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival

David Letterman and Will Arnett to Headline Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival

David Letterman is gearing up for his debut at the Montreal Just For Laughs comedy festival next month, where he will be joined by Canadian comedian Will Arnett. The former host of Late Night and Late Show With David Letterman will be conducting an interview with Arnett as part of his "An Evening with David Letterman and Special Guest..." series at the Place des Arts concert hall on July 21. This marks Letterman's first appearance at the Montreal festival, following his return to Canada in 2026 after 48 years for the Just For Laughs Vancouver festival premiere.

Letterman's upcoming appearance in Montreal comes after his successful stint as the host of the Netflix series My Next Guest Needs No Introduction. The show featured a lineup of high-profile guests, including Barack Obama, Tina Fey, Jay-Z, and Dave Chappelle. In Montreal, Letterman will be joined by Will Arnett, who will discuss his role in Bradley Cooper's film Is This Thing On? where he portrays a stand-up comic navigating divorce therapy and self-discovery on comedy club stages.

Nick Brazao, the vp of programming and talent at Just For Laughs, expressed excitement about the collaboration between Letterman and Arnett, two influential figures in the entertainment industry. The festival has also announced appearances by other comedy heavyweights such as Jerry Seinfeld, Weird Al Yankovic, and Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, making it a must-see event for comedy fans. The festival lineup promises a unique and unforgettable experience for audiences in Montreal.