John Oliver on a talk show set
HBO is delaying the streaming of John Oliver's show to YouTube.
  • Warner Bros. Discovery is delaying "Last Week Tonight" YouTube streaming to push viewers to Max.
  • The move contrasts with other networks, which promptly upload shows to YouTube after airing.
  • This strategy is part of Warner Bros. Discovery's broader cost-cutting and revenue-boosting efforts.

Every Monday night, Jon Stewart hosts "The Daily Show" on cable TV. And if you miss it, you can watch it the next morning, for free, on YouTube.

Every Sunday night, John Oliver hosts "Last Week Tonight" on cable TV. And if you missed it, you used to be able to watch it the next morning, for free, on YouTube.