John Oliver Renews HBO Deal Through Late 2027
John Oliver has renewed his HBO contract until late 2027, securing at least a 14th season of Last Week Tonight. The unusually short one-year extension may reflect uncertainty over Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, a deal Oliver has repeatedly criticised.
Oliver’s previous HBO renewal, agreed in December 2023, lasted three years, whereas this deal is for one. The proposed acquisition is currently paused amid an antitrust lawsuit, while Oliver has also criticised Paramount’s handling of CBS News and its settlement of a Trump administration lawsuit over a 60 Minutes report.
- John Oliver will remain with HBO through late 2027.
- Last Week Tonight is guaranteed through at least season 14.
- A one-year deal may reflect acquisition uncertainty.
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John Oliver is a British-American comedian and presenter who hosts Last Week Tonight with John Oliver on HBO. The weekly programme uses comedy, interviews and detailed reports to explore US politics, business, media and other public issues.
HBO is part of Warner Bros. Discovery, one of the largest media companies in the United States. Paramount Skydance is a separate entertainment group that owns Paramount Pictures, CBS and other television and film businesses, and has been pursuing a deal involving Warner Bros. Discovery.
The proposed transaction has drawn political and legal attention because it would affect ownership of major news and entertainment outlets. Oliver has used his programme to comment on media companies and government policy, including matters connected to Paramount and CBS News.