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The Best Episodes of The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo

Every episode of The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo!

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Elmo is the host of his very own talk show and he's going to bring you some (not-too-late) fun with this celeb-studded talk show, bringing familiar Sesame Street friends like Elmo, Cookie Monster, celebrity guests,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 4 - Batman / Pentatonix
    8.0/10(24 votes)

    #1 - Batman / Pentatonix

    S1:E4

    Batman is in the house to play a game of Beach Ball Ballyhoo with Elmo. In search of the perfect bedtime story, Elmo welcomes acapella group Pentatonix, who performs a mashup of lullabies. Rosita looks for three sheep so she can tell her favorite sleepy time tale.

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  2. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 3 - John Mulaney / Lil Nas X
    7.6/10(25 votes)

    #2 - John Mulaney / Lil Nas X

    S1:E3

    Elmo looks inside some awesome goody bags before challenging guest John Mulaney to a nail-biting tricycle race and duetting with Lil Nas X. Ernie leads a baaa-ckstage tour right in the middle of the show, and Cookie Monster gets a special visitor.

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  3. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 8 - John Oliver / Kwame Alexander / Sofia Carson
    7.6/10(16 votes)

    #3 - John Oliver / Kwame Alexander / Sofia Carson

    S1:E8

    Elmo finds out what animal John Oliver would be, and the two compete in the world's slowest and most dramatic race. Sofia Carson joins the slow-mo fun with a lovely lullaby, and Kwame Alexander recites an impromptu poem about - who else - Elmo!

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  4. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 9 - Hoda Kotb / Ben Platt
    7.3/10(10 votes)

    #4 - Hoda Kotb / Ben Platt

    S1:E9

    Elmo does some hard-hitting journalism to learn about Hoda Kotb's morning routine before challenging her to a game of "Hot Potato." Ben Platt treats Cookie to a song about his very favorite thing. Grover offers his expertise on how to pack Elmo's backpack for school.

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  5. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 12 - Olivia Wilde / Sara Bareilles
    7.3/10(10 votes)

    #5 - Olivia Wilde / Sara Bareilles

    S1:E12

    The Count helps Elmo keep an eye on the clock in preparation for jammie time. Elmo welcomes Olivia Wilde for a game of "Teddy Bear Dress Up." Musical guest Sara Bareilles brings out two of her besties -- plus an extra special Sesame Street friend -- to help her perform her very own version of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star."

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  6. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 1 - Drew Barrymore / Keedron Bryant
    7.3/10(8 votes)

    #6 - Drew Barrymore / Keedron Bryant

    S2:E1

    ‘Tis the season for all seasons as Drew Barrymore swings by to dress up a snowman, and Keedron Bryant joins Elmo and his new friend Skyler to sing a song about summer. Then, it’s time for a “spot the difference” picture challenge!

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  7. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 2 - Jonas Brothers
    7.2/10(21 votes)

    #7 - Jonas Brothers

    S1:E2

    The Jonas Brothers drop by Elmo's show to compete in a Silly Freeze Dance contest and share a song about brushing those pearly whites. Abby Cadabby's magical fix causes havoc in the control room for Bert and Ernie.

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  8. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 1 - Jimmy Fallon / Kacey Musgraves
    7.1/10(26 votes)

    #8 - Jimmy Fallon / Kacey Musgraves

    S1:E1

    Before bedtime, Elmo takes on the extra special role of talk show host! And for his very first episode, Elmo welcomes guests Jimmy Fallon and Kasey Musgraves, who sings a Sesame Street classic.

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  9. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 5 - Jordin Sparks / Nature Nick
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    #9 - Jordin Sparks / Nature Nick

    S1:E5

    Trainer Nature Nick brings some animal friends on-set to help teach Elmo about nocturnal creatures. Jordin Sparks sings one of her favorite childhood songs and shares the thing she loves most about nighttime. Correspondent Grover takes to Sesame Street to investigate whether or not the sun should be in bed. Correspondent Grover takes to Sesame Street to investigate whether or not it's night.

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  10. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 13 - Jason Sudeikis / Ciara
    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #10 - Jason Sudeikis / Ciara

    S1:E13

    Elmo isn't shy about an important part of his bedtime routine -- potty time; after he challenges Jason Sudeikis to a round of the "Silly Dance Game," Ciara stops by to share an inspiring musical message; Grover shakes things up as he plays usher.

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  11. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 11 - Andy Cohen / Josh Groban
    6.9/10(12 votes)

    #11 - Andy Cohen / Josh Groban

    S1:E11

    When Grover gets lost on his way to guest-star on the show, Andy Cohen steps up to the plate and pretends to be Grover. As a talk show host himself, Andy knows the need to keep the show going no matter what and through his Grover impressions, Andy fools everyone into thinking he is, in fact, Grover ! Finally, Andy reveals his true identity while Grover still searches for a way onto the talk show set. Josh Groban performs I love Trash with Oscar the Grouch.

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  12. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 7 - Blake Lively / Dan + Shay
    6.6/10(11 votes)

    #12 - Blake Lively / Dan + Shay

    S1:E7

    Elmo and Cookie Monster talk weird dreams before Blake Lively returns to Sesame Street for a game of "Cookie Monster Says." Dan + Shay perform their own rendition of "I Don't Want to Live on the Moon." Oscar the Grouch prepares to finally get his chance in the spotlight for "Trash Talk."

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  13. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 10 - Mykal-Michelle Harris / Jonathan Van Ness / H.E.R
    6.4/10(11 votes)

    #13 - Mykal-Michelle Harris / Jonathan Van Ness / H.E.R

    S1:E10

    Elmo brings in "monster makeover specialist" Jonathan Van Ness to unleash the gorgeous monster inside Sesame Streeter Alan, before Elmo and Cookie unveil hair and makeup transformations of their own. Mykal-Michelle Harris gives hosting a whirl and faces off with Elmo in a "No Laugh Challenge," and H.E.R. performs a song about her beautiful, versatile hair.

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  14. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 1 Episode 6 - Miles Brown / Joyous String Quartet
    6.3/10(10 votes)

    #14 - Miles Brown / Joyous String Quartet

    S1:E6

    Elmo faces off in a nursery rhyme rap battle with Miles Brown, and the Joyous String Ensemble drop by, in their PJs, to play a medley of familiar tunes. Cookie Monster babysits his little niece, who runs loose around the studio before her bedtime.

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  15. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 2 - Seth Meyers / Kelly Rowland
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Seth Meyers / Kelly Rowland

    S2:E2

    “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” and on that farm are celebrity friends Seth Meyers, who challenges Elmo’s new friend Felice to an obstacle course, and Kelly Rowland, who performs her rendition of the classic song!

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  16. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 3 - Brady Noon / WanMor
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Brady Noon / WanMor

    S2:E3

    It’s a pet party when actor and animal lover Brady Noon stops by for a paw-some game against Elmo’s new friend Jayla that tests their ability to leash a dog. Next, Wanmor “raises the ruff” with a song about how to properly care for pets.

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  17. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 4 - Amber Ruffin / Bebe Rexha
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Amber Ruffin / Bebe Rexha

    S2:E4

    Rise and shine! While Ernie helps Bert with a morning do-over, Elmo and his new friend Ziva are joined by comedian and TV show host Amber Ruffin for a teeth-cleaning challenge. Then, Bebe Rexha sings about morning routines!

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  18. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 5 - Jenna Bush Hager / Sophie Fatu
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Jenna Bush Hager / Sophie Fatu

    S2:E5

    While Felix and Baby Bear plan a pretend trip to outer space, author and talk show host Jenna Bush Hager squares off against Elmo’s new friend Nilah in a suitcase-packing challenge, and Sophie Fatu sings about traveling.

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  19. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 6 - Ames McNamara / Leslie Odom Jr.
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Ames McNamara / Leslie Odom Jr.

    S2:E6

    Actor Ames McNamara joins in on the fun in this bathtime-themed episode! Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr. performs the iconic bath time classic, “Rubber Duckie!”

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  20. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 7 - Dani & Dannah Lane / AJR
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Dani & Dannah Lane / AJR

    S2:E7

    Sisters Dani and Dannah Lane team up with Elmo’s new friend Lucia to sort mail before the brothers of AJR sing “Heroes in Your Neighborhood.” Then, Cookie enlists his friends for help thanking community workers!

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  21. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 8 - Rohan Chand / Kane Brown
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Rohan Chand / Kane Brown

    S2:E8

    While Ernie preps Bert for a big football game, actor and tennis lover Rohan Chand suits up for a thrilling timed challenge. Later, country music star Kane Brown steps up to the plate for a song about the topic of the day: sports!

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  22. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 9 - Busy Philipps
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Busy Philipps

    S2:E9

    Elmo forgets his signature tie just in time to teach the audience about… getting dressed! Then, Busy Philipps packs on the winter clothes in a timed challenge against Elmo’s new friend Christian.

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  23. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 10 - Aidy Bryant / Hello Sunday
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Aidy Bryant / Hello Sunday

    S2:E10

    Comedian Aidy Bryant and singing duo Hello Sunday stop by for some babysitting-themed fun as Cookie Monster does his best to keep an eye on his niece.

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  24. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 11 - Mackenzie Hancsicsak / Juanes
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Mackenzie Hancsicsak / Juanes

    S2:E11

    “C”is for cook-ing as actor Mackenzie Hancsicsak joins Elmo’s new friend Destin in a Cookie Monster-themed pancake challenge. Later, Juanes sings about navigating the kitchen.

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  25. The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo Season 2 Episode 12 - Sway Bhatia / Tori Kelly
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Sway Bhatia / Tori Kelly

    S2:E12

    The studio is abuzz for bug day as actor Sway Bhatia drops by to learn and play games all about insects. Then, it’s buggy boogie time with singer Tori Kelly!

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Best Episodes Summary

"Batman / Pentatonix" is the best rated episode of "The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo". It scored 8/10 based on 24 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/4/2020. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "John Mulaney / Lil Nas X".