On April 21, 2008, Novellus Systems, Inc. (the "Company") announced via press release the Company's results for its first quarter ended March 29, 2008. A copy of the Company's press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference. This Form 8-K and the attached exhibit are provided under Item 2.02 of Form 8-K and are furnished to, but shall not be deemed filed with, the Securities and Exchange Commission or incorporated by reference into the Company's filings under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

(d) Exhibits.

The exhibit listed below is being furnished with this Form 8-K.

Exhibit
Number                                    Description

99.1         Financial Press Release, dated April 21, 2008, announcing results for
             the first quarter ended March 29, 2008.