Roy Wood Jr., best known for his sharp wit on The Daily Show and his stand-up specials, is back at the helm of Have I Got News For You. The U.S. version of the long-running British panel show has quickly become a hit since its debut in 2024, averaging around 2 million viewers per week and ranking among CNN’s most popular original programs.
The new season premieres Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 9 PM ET/PT on CNN, with episodes available to stream the following day on CNN’s digital platforms. Produced by Hat Trick Productions—the same company behind the BBC original—the show continues its blend of comedy, satire, and panel discussions on the week’s political and cultural news.
Roy Wood Jr. will be joined once again by team captains Amber Ruffin and Michael Ian Black, whose chemistry and comedic timing have become staples of the series. Past seasons have featured a wide range of guest panelists, including Lewis Black, Paula Poundstone, Joy Reid, Kara Swisher, Mae Martin, and Adam Kinzinger, ensuring a mix of political insight and comedic punch.
Season Four promises more of the biting humor and absurd takes on current events that fans have come to love. In a joint statement, Wood Jr., Ruffin, and Black joked: “Thank goodness we’ve got season four of our show to make sense of this perfectly normal time we’re in where everything is stark-raving normal. A time in which everything is fine and nothing is wrong. Amen.”
The renewal underscores CNN’s commitment to expanding its comedy programming, offering viewers a satirical lens on politics during a turbulent election year. For Roy Wood Jr., it’s another chance to showcase his unique blend of humor and commentary, solidifying his role as one of America’s leading voices in political comedy.
With Roy Wood Jr. back in the host’s chair, Have I Got News For You enters its fourth season with momentum and confidence. The combination of sharp satire, diverse panelists, and topical humor ensures the show remains a standout in late-night comedy. Fans can expect laughs, surprises, and plenty of irreverent takes on the headlines when the series returns in January.
Premiere Date: January 24, 2026
Network: CNN Host: Roy Wood Jr.
Team Captains: Amber Ruffin, Michael Ian Black
Production: Hat Trick Productions
