Despite intense speculation to the contrary, Patrick Kielty is back for his third season at the helm of "The Late Late Show", which launches in the company of former President of Ireland Mary Robinson, movie stars Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, retired Irish rugby great Conor Murray, and the lord of the dance himself, Michael Flatley.
Here's how to watch "The Late Late Show" online from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for FREE.
"The Late Late Show" premieres on Friday, September 12 in Ireland at 9:35 p.m. local time.
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Robinson, who earned the highest approval ratings of any president in irish history during her time in office, witnessed the catastrophic situation in Gaza first-hand last month, and will speak about the role that western leaders have played in the genocide of Palestinians.
Farrell, whose portrayal of Oz Cobb in "The Penguin" has earned him an Outstanding Lead Actor nomination at this weekend's Emmy Awards, has joined forces with Robbie on the upcoming romantic fantasy "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey". It's the first production they've worked on together, so no doubt they'll have some fun anecdotes from behind the scenes.
After a decorated 15-year career that saw him win five Six Nations, two United Rugby Championship titles and a heck of a lot more besides, Murray hung up his boots this year. He has an autobiography out, titled "Cloud Nine", and will pull back the curtain on his favorite dressing room tales.
Flatley's time on the sofa should be interesting. The Irish-American dancer has just abandoned a populist bid for an Irish presidential nomination, for which he would have had to actually move to Ireland from tax-haven Monaco.
Read on as we explain how to watch "The Late Late Show" online from anywhere, including a free stream.
How to watch 'The Late Late Show' for FREE
"The Late Late Show" airs on RTÉ One at 9:35 p.m. IST each Friday, starting September 12, with streaming available via the RTÉ Player platform. You don't even need an RTÉ Player account.
Outside Ireland when it's on? Use a VPN to get around the geo-restrictions that will prevent RTÉ Player from working. Scroll down for more information and instructions.
How to watch 'The Late Late Show' from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching RTE shows on your usual subscription?
You can still stream "The Late Late Show" (and "The Traitors Ireland") thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from the Emerald Isle but want to view RTÉ Player as usual, you'd select an Irish server from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head over to RTÉ Player and enjoy the show!
Can I watch 'The Late Late Show' in the U.S.?
Unfortunately, "The Late Late Show" doesn't air in the U.S. so Irish fans abroad will need a VPN. The 2025 season goes live on Friday, Sept 12 at 9:35 p.m (2:35 a.m. ET).
If you're currently across the pond, you can still tune in for free by using a VPN, such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Late Late Show' in Canada?
You won't find "The Late Late Show" in any listings in Canada either.
If you're in the Great White North for work or on vacation you can catch the show for free by using a VPN, such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Late Late Show' in the U.K.?
"The Late Late Show" with Patrick Kielty doesn't stream outside Ireland.
Traveling abroad? You can use a streaming VPN to access your usual free stream — scroll up for how to do that. We recommend NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Late Late Show' in Australia?
Any plans to make "The Late Late Show" available to watch in Australia are yet to be announced.
If you're in Australia from Ireland, you can still catch the show by using a VPN, such as NordVPN.
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