James Corden Plans 'Skits, Songs and Sketches' as New Host of LATE LATE SHOW

In a new interview with Radio Times magazine, James Corden, who will soon be seen in the role of 'The Baker' in the big screen adaptation of INTO THE WOODS, spoke about his plans as the new host of CBS's LATE LATE SHOW. The British comedian was recently named the replacement for former host Craig Ferguson and will take his place behind the Late Late Show desk this March.

Says the Tony winner, "We don't just want to do chat, we want to do skits, songs and sketches. It might be the best thing I do, it might be the worst."

The 36-year-old also revealed he has spoken to former CNN host Piers Morgan, about making the transition from British audiences to American viewers. "He just said, 'Go for it and give it your best shot, but know that this is a piece of television real estate that Americans feel a sense of ownership over and they will come for you. There will be criticism, either way, whatever you do.'"

However, Morgan also added that despite being fired from his hosting gig, he thoroughly enjoyed the experience. "'Piers said, 'I loved it so much and you will love it, and you've got to go for these things, however scared you are.'"

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Tony Award winner James Corden (Broadway's One Man Two Guvnors), a multi-faceted performer, host, writer and producer with accomplishments that span television, theater, film and comedy, will make his late night television debut as host of THE LATE LATE SHOW.

Corden comes to American television with a growing list of award-winning and critically acclaimed credits, including the highly anticipated feature film "Into the Woods" with Meryl Streep, which premieres Dec. 25, 2014.

Corden succeeds Craig Ferguson, the critically acclaimed host of the CBS late night series for the past 10 years. Ferguson will sign off on Friday, Dec. 19, 2014.