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Season 1


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 1 -- Classic highlight from the very first monologue with comedy legend George Carlin.
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Season 1, Episode 1: George Carlin/Billy Preston, Janis Ian

Original Air Date—11 October 1975
The host for the episode is George Carlin, and the musical guests are Billy Preston and Janis Ian. The skits for this episode are as follows: an ESL teacher steadily loses his temper when a student repeats his every word. New Dad Insurance offers bereaved families a new father to take the place of their deceased one. A distraught rape victim in a courtroom describes the attacker's words in writing, which then confuses an inattentive jurist. Andy Kaufmann sings along with a Mighty Mouse record. A reporter interviews the victim of a shark bite who, despite his claims to the contrary, obviously still has all his limbs. Two men, claiming to be a married couple, discuss the benefits of a new vitamin product called Jamitol. A mock ad for pain-reliever Triopenin plays up the product's child-proof caps. Albert Brooks presents a documentary titled "The Impossible Truth," in which he presents several shocking news stories. In the maternity ward of a hospital for bees, father bees anxiously wait to find out if their children will be drones or workers. The Academy of Better Careers offers people an exciting new life answering telephones. Valri Bromfield presents a monologue as a volleyball coach giving some very personal advice to her players before a game. In a mock commercial parodying Lark cigarettes, a truck rolls through town asking people to show their guns. A home security system installer breaks into a couple's home and scares them to death to demonstrate how much they need an alarm installed. Finally, another mock commercial presents 3-bladed razors as an absolute household necessity. During the show, George Carlin performs monologues on blue food, religion, baseball vs. football, and other observations. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase reports about President's Ford bumping his head and Emperor Hirohito visiting Disneyland. Billy Preston performs "Nothing from Nothing" and "Fancy Lady," while Janis Ian performs "At Seventeen" and "In the Winter".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 2 -- A feature on Beau Bamburg.

Season 1, Episode 2: Paul Simon/Randy Newman, Phoebe Snow

Original Air Date—18 October 1975
The host for the episode is Paul Simon, and the musical guests are Randy Newman and Phoebe Snow. The skits for this episode are as follows: former Chicago Seven member Billy Rubin pitches graffiti wallpaper. The Bees are informed by Paul Simon that their skit has been cut from this week's show. Albert Brooks presents a film of failed Candid Camera-style stunts. A mock commercial demonstrates the strength of Try-Hard batteries in a head-to-head contest powering pacemakers. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase reports about President's Ford's car accident and Muhammad Ali's newest name change, while Marv Albert reports on a basketball game between Paul Simon and Connie Hawkins.Paul Simon performs "Still Crazy After All These Years," "Marie," "My Little Town," "American Tune," "Loves Me Like a Rock" (with Jesse Dixon), "The Boxer" (with Art Garfunkel), "Scarborough Fair" (with Art Garfunkel), and "Gone at Last" (with Phoebe Snow and Jesse Dixon). Randy Newman performs "Sail Away". Art Garfunkel performs "I Only Have Eyes for You". Phoebe Snow performs "No Regrets".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 3 -- Travis Pastrana competes in Spain and rides in Maryland.  Also, check out Jimmy McGuire and a salute to natural terrain riders.
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Season 1, Episode 3: Rob Reiner

Original Air Date—25 October 1975
The host for the episode is Rob Reiner, but there is no musical guest. The skits for this episode are as follows: a man in a wheelchair inadvertently discovers he can walk, but is unable to repeat the miraculous feat. Rob Reiner performs a number of lounge-singer acts. The National Pancreas Association stresses the importance of taking good care of your pancreas. Rob Reiner, together with his wife Penny Marshall, honors some of the more popular fashion faux-pas. The Golden Needles voodoo acupuncture technique offers healing without surgery. Andy Kaufmann sings along with a record of Pop Goes the Weasel. In an interview with Squeaky Fromme, Fromme keeps trying to assassinate the interviewer, only to fail each time. Dance group The Lockers perform a comic dance. A man speaks out against defamation of droolers. An ad for a moving company promotes their skill at moving people from place to place, though not their belongings. A pair of nuns attempt to emcee their church's talent night. Albert Brooks presents a film about heart surgery. Gilda Radner recites a list of things she ate that day. Rob Reiner blows up at having his ending skit interrupted by the Bees, only to have his rant backfire. During the Weekend Update, Don Pardo is kidnapped and used by the kidnappers to announce their demands.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 4 -- The debut of Chevy Chase's President Ford impression!
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Season 1, Episode 4: Candice Bergen/Esther Phillips

Original Air Date—8 November 1975
The host for the episode is Candice Bergen, and the musical guest is Esther Phillips. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Ford gives an accident-laden introduction to the show. Candice Bergen is interrupted during her monologue by one of the Bees. A commercial informs viewers of the opportunities for wealth by becoming an ambassador. A man demanding to see his CIA file is faced with a seemingly insurmountable pile of disarray. A special on intelligent animals profiles the dangerous land shark. A gay man has fond memories of dressing in his mother's clothes. Catherine Deneuve endorses Chanel perfume. Andy Kaufman's foreign man character attempts to entertain the audience, but bombs terribly. Albert Brooks presents previews of new shows for the coming TV season, including an over-dramatic medical series, a show about a frustrated man living with two women, and a Vietnam vet who becomes a veterinarian. A strange man makes a crank call to an airline and begins talking about torturing the receptionist. A reporter interviewing a third-world dictator keeps playing practical jokes on the leader. A talk show host interviews a controversial black author who is very obviously white. Two men discuss whether one should bring his girlfriend home for Thanksgiving while they play Pong. Esther Phillips performs "What a Difference a Day Makes" and "I Can Stand a Little Rain".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 5 -- Doug Parsons returns to natural terrain, Travis Pastrana pulls the first double back flip, and the Crusty Demons of Dirt terrorize Oz.
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Season 1, Episode 5: Robert Klein/ABBA, Loudon Wainwright III

Original Air Date—15 November 1975
The host for the episode is Robert Klein, and the musical guests are ABBA and Loudon Wainwright III. The skits for this episode are as follows: Sherry wins the Miss America beauty pageant, but refuses to accept the honor. Two men discuss the results of their latest mid-term exam while playing Pong. One of the Bees delivers an inspirational message for the Bicentennial about moments in Bee history. An interviewer asks Greg Allman about his love life, but Allman keeps trying to steer the conversation elsewhere. Director Sam Peckinpah describes his vision to a new actress, steadily brutalizing her in the process. A parody ad for Jamitol features a husband and his exhausted wife. An exterminator, horrified at the prospect of killing, shows his partner a film about the history of cockroaches. Gilda Radner offers viewers a number of fire safety tips. A commercial offers viewers a way to save money when shopping with their own pricing gun. Emily Litella appears to pitch her new book. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase reports on President Ford bumping his head on a little girl, George Wallace's next run for president, and the execution of David and Julia Eisenhower. Robert Klein performs "I Can't Stop My Leg". Loudon Wainwright performs "Bicentennial" and "Unrequited to the Nth Degree". ABBA performs "S.O.S." and "Waterloo".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 6 -- Chevy Chase announces the death of Generalissimo Franco in this infamous Weekend Update.
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Season 1, Episode 6: Lily Tomlin

Original Air Date—22 November 1975
The host for the episode is Lily Tomlin, but there is no musical guest. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Ford attempts to speak to the American people while also answering the phones, and manages to hit his head and tumble over his desk. Beethoven, struggling to come up with a new symphony, creates "Tie a Yellow Ribbon," "My Girl" and "What'd I say?". The Land shark continues to prey on unsuspecting apartment dwellers, but just before the shark hunters can catch it, they are told to cut the skit short. A bellboy at the Atlanta Hotel is shocked to find a white woman and a black man staying together. Young Edith Ann talks about going ice skating with her dog. A commercial introduces Spud Beer for people whose electroshock therapy has rendered them senseless. Women starting work on a construction site take lessons in how to harass passing men. Patty Hearst receives a letter from one of her sorority sisters. A girl at a high school dance gossips with an unseen friend about their classmates. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase reports on CIA assassination attempts, Ronald Reagan's potential bid for the presidency, Franco's death, Eldridge Cleaver's return to America, and a new Peanuts character. Lily Tomlin performs "St. James Infirmary," "I Got You Babe" and "Bee Scat".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 7 -- Cutting-edge racial satire direct from 1975!
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Season 1, Episode 7: Richard Pryor/Gil Scott-Heron

Original Air Date—13 December 1975
The host for the episode is Richard Pryor, and the musical guest is Gil Scott-Heron. The skits for this episode are as follows: Garrett Morris tricks Chevy Chase into taking a bad fall during a skit. Richard Pryor does an opening monologue about why he doesn't drink or take LSD. A man checks into a hotel managed by a samurai who speaks no English. A black author talks about his latest book in which he disguises himself as white. A woman tries to identify her attacker from a series of stacked line-ups. An interview for a job using word association turns racially tense. Two men discuss a hockey game while playing Pong. A father complaining that blacks are taking over is oblivious to the fact that his entire family has turned black. A major accidentally uses a piece of new equipment that was intended for emergencies. In a sequel to The Exorcist, Regan manages to push both priests over the edge. Albert Brooks tries to make another film while sick in bed. Richard Pryor witnesses a conspiracy theorist get gunned down just before announcing the truth about the JFK assassination. Shelly Pryor sings a song about carousel horses. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase comments on homosexuality in sports, Kissinger's accent, and Franco's continuing death. Emily Litella delivers an impassioned speech on busting children. Gil Scott-Heron performs "Johannesburg" and "A Lovely Day".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 8 -- "You stun it, you cut it, you charbroil it, you eat it."
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Season 1, Episode 8: Candice Bergen/Martha Reeves/The Stylistics

Original Air Date—20 December 1975
The host for the episode is Candice Bergen (her second appearance), and the musical guests are Martha Reeves and The Stylistics. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Ford delivers a special message for Christmas and falls out of a tree. An ad for a restaurant where customers can choose their cow, kill it and butcher it. A boy calls home from the police station to tell his parents he's killed 26 people. Candice Bergen invites people to send home movies to NBC, then shows her own movie of herself ice skating with the Bees. A young man comes out of the closet and admits to his family that he's an elf. A pair of strangers at a laundromat share a vicarious romance through their clothes. Two men discuss the prowess one of them has at pinball, while playing Pong. Gilda Radner lists off the things she ate at last year's Christmas. Margaret Kuhn delivers an inspirational message about growing old, and Gary Weiss presents a film about travelers returning home for the holidays. During the Weekend Update, Laraine Newman comments on the New Year's festivities, even though it's still a week early, while Chevy Chase reports from the wrong location and Emily Litella gets worked up over firing the handicapped. Martha Reeves performs "Higher & Higher" and "Silver Bells". The Stylistics perform "You Make Me Feel Brand New". Candice Bergen performs "Winter Wonderland".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 9 -- Tastes terrific!
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Season 1, Episode 9: Elliot Gould/Anne Murray

Original Air Date—10 January 1976
The host for the episode is Elliott Gould, and the musical guest is Anne Murray. The skits for this episode are as follows: A quartet of dead musicians perform a piece. Elliott Gould sings during his opening monologue. Gilda Radner and Elliott profess their love for each other through the course of the show and get married. A housewife is caught off guard when a couple of workmen come to destroy her home. The Godfather talks about his feelings about the Tattaglia family in a group therapy session. A commercial presents Shimmer, a combination floor wax and dessert topping. Gary Weis presents a film on lounge singers performing "Misty". A family is trapped in their home by a swarm of killer bees, but before the matter can be resolved the cameras suddenly go off-balance. Forcing Lorne Michaels to confront a drunken control-room director. Albert Brooks presents a film about using audience research to judge his work. Two American Indians speak at a press conference to give their views on stereotyping. During the Weekend Update, Laraine Newman comments on toxic nerve agents, while Chevy Chase once again gets lost on his way to a story. Anne Murray performs "Long Distance Call" and "Boogie With You".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 10 -- A sweet bedtime story passed down from generation to generation.
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Season 1, Episode 10: Buck Henry/Bill Withers, Toni Basil

Original Air Date—17 January 1976
The host for the episode is Buck Henry, and the musical guests are Bill Withers, Toni Basil and The Blues Brothers. The skits for this episode are as follows: A suicide hot-line operator tries and fails to prevent a caller from killing himself. Buck Henry gives a self-effacing speech during the opening monologue, while notices superimposed on the screen tell the real story. A man orders a sandwich at a restaurant run by a samurai. President Ford learns of a new campaign strategy to make him look more intelligent. A speed-reading course is presented that helps people read faster, but not better. A sequel to Citizen Kane is presented in which a reporter investigates Kane's other last words. A mechanic tells his daughter nothing but automotive bedtime stories. Gary Weis presents a film with Buck Henry looking for the funniest person on the streets of New York. Michael O'Donoghue does an imitation of Michael Douglas with needles in his eyes. A spokesman for the American Constipation Society discusses the social pain that constipation causes. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase once again gets lost while tracking down a story, while a guest commentator rails against masturbation. Bill Withers performs "Ain't No Sunshine". Toni Basil performs "Wham Re-Bop Boom Bam". The Blues Brothers perform "King Bee".

Season 1, Episode 11: Peter Cook & Dudley Moore/Neil Sedaka

Original Air Date—24 January 1976
The hosts for the episode are Peter Cook and Dudley Moore, and the musical guest is Neil Sedaka. The skits for this episode are as follows: A bomb squad is called in to investigate a mysterious package, but unfortunately does not defuse it in time. A casting director for a new Tarzan movie is faced with an aspiring actor auditioning for the lead role, despite having one leg. A maximum-security prison holds auditions for a production of Gigi, in which several of the inmates perform songs they've prepared. Don Pardo presents a luxury vacation plan from inside an elevator. A reporter interviews the owner of the Frog and Peach restaurant about their choice of cuisine. Gary Weis presents a film about novelty store items. A British version of Sonny & Cher sing their own rendition of "I Got You Babe" that turns nasty. A reporter conducts an interview with a male-impersonator actress named Sheila. A team of doctors decides to harvest a body for organs after their patient dies, even though the patient is raising protests. Matthew interviews a shepherd who saw the Baby Jesus for the new Gospel he's working on. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase gets a wrong number while trying to reach an Angolan prison, Emily Litella gets confused over Soviet Jewelry, and Laraine Newman conducts interviews in the street on the topic of abortion. Neil Sedaka performs "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Lonely Night".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 12 -- The tax man for all your devious needs.
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Season 1, Episode 12: Dick Cavett/Jimmy Cliff

Original Air Date—31 January 1976
The host for the episode is Dick Cavett, and the musical guest is Jimmy Cliff. The skits for this episode are as follows: Garrett Morris uses voodoo to get Chevy to fall down. Commercials attempt to draw students into The Dick Cavett School of Auto Refinishing and The Dick Cavett School of Hydroplane Operation. An accounting firm talks about just how far they'll go to lower their customers' tax bills. Dick Cavett does his version of "Our Town" about New York City, a swell place where crime is rampant and nothing works. Betty Ford gives a personal advice talk where she compares life's problems with dancing. Gary Weis presents a film about a tailor and a plastic surgeon altering each other. An author pitches his new book about pimping in Nebraska. For the Weekend Update, one of the reporters finally reaches Angola, where she is accosted by horny mercenaries, and Emily Litella expresses her displeasure over the Eagle Rights Amendment. Jimmy Cliff performs "The Harder They Come," "Many Rivers to Cross" and "Wahjaka Man".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 13 -- A fine driving machine for a fine Spanish actor.

Season 1, Episode 13: Peter Boyle/Al Jarreau

Original Air Date—14 February 1976
The host for the episode is Peter Boyle, and the musical guest is Al Jarreau. The skits for this episode are as follows: A restaurant customer in 1929 Chicago asks the waiter to park his car for him, sending the man into the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. Peter Boyle sings a love song to his girlfriend for the opening monologue, oblivious to the fact that she's making out with another man. The Samurais decide to get divorced and must go about splitting their assets, as well as dividing custody of their daughter. Three little girls lip-sync a Natalie Cole song. A pair of drugged-out hippies invite their neighbor in after he receives some of their mail. Ricardo Montalban pitches a new car that seems to be falling apart. The Bees take on the Wasps in a tag-team wrestling match. A reporter interviews "Mr. X", Richard Nixon in disguise, over his new activities. Gary Weis presents a film of children reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. Two Brando impersonators have a quote duel. A woman convinces her suspicious husband that all the men he finds in their house are actually household appliances. Garrett Morris recites an obscene valentine for a shocked Gilda Radner. For the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase comments on Patty Hearst and the Winter Olympics, while Emily Litella rants about money spent on canker research. Al Jarreau performs "We Got By" and "Somebody's Watching You".

Season 1, Episode 14: Desi Arnaz/Desi Arnaz, Jr.

Original Air Date—21 February 1976
The host for the episode is Desi Arnaz, and the musical guest is Desi Arnaz, Jr. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Ford receives a word-association test from his psychiatrist that ends with him falling over. Desi Arnaz gives his opening monologue, in which he thanks the cast for the special cigars they gave him. Prisoner Ruben Carter talks about how he gets recognized in prison now because of his National Express card. A man receives consoling from his friends when his 40th birthday doesn't go as he had hoped. Vampire Luciana Vermicelli shares her beauty tips. Desi Arnaz recites Jabberwocky in a very heavy Cuban accent. Desi and his son share some of the initial failed ideas that were proposed before "I Love Lucy" was picked up by the network. An extremely white man named Very White attempts to perform a love song in a soul club. A gangster's wife, named Lucy, gives her husband the wrong gun. Lucy shares some of her more extreme costume ideas with Ethel before sneaking into Ricky's club. A Cuban acupuncture doctor uses cigars on his patients instead of needles. Lucy talks about the new book that her husband has coming out. Jane Curtain shares an important moment in American lesbian history. Desi Arnaz and Desi Arnaz, Jr. perform "Cuban Pete" and "Babalu".

Season 1, Episode 15: Jill Clayburgh/Leon Redbone/The Singing Idlers

Original Air Date—28 February 1976
Mr. Bill makes his first appearance.

Season 1, Episode 16: Anthony Perkins/Betty Carter

Original Air Date—13 March 1976
The host for the episode is Anthony Perkins, and the musical guest is Betty Carter. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase delivers a long and rambling monologue in which he berates critics who claim the cast deliberately wastes time to fill up a 90-minute time slot. In his opening monologue, Anthony Perkins attempts to dispel the common perception that he is creepy, only to finish by eating a fly. President Ford shares his thoughts on marijuana usage. A new dominatrix cleaning service tries to whip lazy housewives into shape. Norman Bates pitches his new school of hotel management, only to be interrupted by his unseen mother. During the weekend update, John Belushi ponders why lions and lambs were chosen to represent March weather and what greater significance they may have, while Emily Litella gets upset over calls to preserve natural race horses. A student complains to her teacher about getting a literal Bee as her grade. A set of movie trailers advertise low-budget horror films in the style of Psycho. Other skits include land scarcity and intra-office extramarital romance. Betty Carter performs "Music, Maestro, Please", "Swing Brother Swing" and "I Can't Help It".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 17 -- Mmmm.... Delicous bass milkshakes.

Season 1, Episode 17: Ron Nessen/Patti Smith Group

Original Air Date—17 April 1976
The host for the episode is press secretary to President Ford Ron Nessen, and the musical guest is Patti Smith. The skits for this episode are as follows: The opening act features a return of the dead string quartet. Ron Nessen's opening monologue includes a message from the actual President Ford. An ad for the Bass o' Matic promises a new way for viewers to enjoy bass. Nessen asks the president for permission to appear on a new comedy show, then briefs his boss on his daily schedule. A string of jam advertisers pitch products with increasingly disgusting names, since they must taste good to sound so repulsive. A number of skits feature historic figures like Catherine the Great, Oedipus and Thomas Jefferson. During the Weekend Update, Emily Litella becomes upset over presidential erections. Gary Weis presents a film about the dumps that handle New York's garbage, and the men who work there. An ad pitches new Autumn Fizz carbonated douche. Billy Crystal performs a stand-up routine about the old-time jazz greats he used to know. Re-run ads pitch graffiti wallpaper and Try-hard batteries. Patti Smith performs "Gloria" and "My Generation".

Season 1, Episode 18: Raquel Welch/Phoebe Snow, John Sebastian

Original Air Date—24 April 1976
Lorne Michaels tries to lure the Beatles onto the show. Baba Wawa makes her first appearance.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 19 -- What do kids really know about sex? The answer... not much.
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Season 1, Episode 19: Madeline Kahn/Carly Simon

Original Air Date—8 May 1976
The host for this episode is Madeline Kahn, and the musical guest is Carly Simon. The skits for this episode are as follows: Ronald Reagan attempts to demonstrate that he's in tune with modern black culture, only to get punched out by the musician he keeps inadvertently insulting. A preview for the upcoming series, Wilderness Comedian, presents a man who does stand-up comedy for animals. Baba Wawa attempts to interview Marlene Dietrich, but neither can understand what the other is saying. At a slumber party, several girls are disgusted by the thought of how babies are made. A spokesman for impoverished families in Namibia asks people to please donate their fondue sets. The Bride of Frankenstein gets up from her slab and sings "I Feel Pretty". During the Weekend Update, Emily Litella wonders why everyone is upset over violins on television. Pat Nixon drunkenly writes her memoirs about Richard's nervous breakdown during his final days in the White House. Madeline Kahn performs "Lost in the Stars" and Carly Simon performs "You're So Vain" and "Half a Chance".

Season 1, Episode 20: Dyan Cannon/Leon & Mary Russell

Original Air Date—15 May 1976
The host for the episode is Dyan Cannon, and the musical guests are Leon & Mary Russell. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase, lying on his back after a tremendous fall, is informed that the control room clock was running fast and he'll have to do it all again to get it on air. During her opening monologue, Dyan Cannon confesses to a lifelong dream of being swept off her feet by a man on a white horse, and during the rest of the show, different male cast members attempt to re-interpret its meaning to make themselves her dream man. A woman takes a taste test to see which is better: a new diet soda or a glass of phlegm. Participants in a hearing test don't notice that their teacher has been taken hostage by a pair of wanted criminals. A husband catches her wife having an affair, but the woman and her lover make up an outrageous story to explain everything. A Bulgarian travel agent attempts to convince a woman to vacation in Bulgaria. During the Weekend Update, a man claims to have a new version of Howard Hughes' will. Anita Bryant attempts to pitch Florida orange juice while being held hostage in Beirut. A priest tries to deliver a funeral eulogy, but is interrupted by a bad case of hiccups. Roy Waddmaker attempts to sell bathwater of the stars. A soldier gets berated by his drill sergeant for repeatedly flubbing his lines in a recruitment ad. A teenage girl is hoping to make an impression on her dream date, but her parents discover that her date is actually three Hell's Angels. In an home movie, a hubcap thief gets caught up in his work and dragged around town by an oblivious driver. Leon and Mary Russell perform "Satisfy You" and "Daylight"(with John Belushi as Joe Cocker).

Season 1, Episode 21: Buck Henry/Gordon Lightfoot

Original Air Date—22 May 1976
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his second appearance), and the musical guest is Gordon Lightfoot. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase announces that because he broke his ankle accepting his Emmy Award, his fall will be done by Laraine Newman, but Laraine instead shoves him off the stage. Buck Henry is supposed to come on for his opening monologue, but is nowhere to be found; after a frantic search, the crew discovers that the security guards don't recognize him and won't let him in the building. Lounge singer Peter Lemon advertises a mood ring that changes color as he sings. The samurai tailor performs alterations on a customer's suit. The host of a call-in show tries to get more controversial when nobody calls him. A restaurant owner invites guest to try his all-toad cuisine. During the Weekend Update, the Patty Hearst trial is reenacted with fruit. Lorne Michaels repeats his offer to the Beatles, adding another $200 to the deal. Baba Wawa interviews film director Lina W. Gary Weis presents a film of Buck Henry interviewing people shopping for toilet seats. Jane Curtain interviews the author of a new sex book, only to find he is painfully shy. Garrett Morris sings "An Die Musik" and Michael O'Donaghue does an impression of Tony Orlando and Dawn with needles stuck in their eyes. Gordon Lightfoot performs "Summertime Dream" and "Spanish Moss".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 22 -- Join James T. Kirk for the final voyage of the Starship Enterprise.

Season 1, Episode 22: Elliott Gould/Leon Redbone, Harlan Collins & Joyce Everson

Original Air Date—29 May 1976
The host for the episode is Elliott Gould (his second appearance), and the musical guests are Leon Redbone (his second appearance), Harlan Collins and Joyce Everson. The skits for this episode include scenes inside a wax museum and a European poker player, as well as a presentation by Shirley Temple Black. Re-run ads inform viewers how they can join the fast-paced life of stand-by operators, and asks America to show their guns. A doctor warns a woman that she's been neglecting the proper care of her uvula. The crew of The Enterprise faces their final foe: network executives coming to announce that the series has been canceled. During the Weekend Update, Emily Litella lends Chevy Chase a hand in reading the news after one of the stories flops. An ad pitches the new Vibramatic personal massager for tense muscles. The Bees put on a performance of The Honeymooners. Leon Redbone performs "Shine On, Harvest Moon" and "Walking Stick" and Harlan Collins & Joyce Everson perform "Heaven Only Knows".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 1: Episode 23 -- Some choice thoughts from Olga Korbut.

Season 1, Episode 23: Louise Lasser/Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Original Air Date—24 July 1976
The host for the episode is Louise Lasser, and the musical guest is The Preservation Hall Jazz Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: John Belushi and Chevy Chase have an argument over how the opening to the show should be done. After Louise Lasser's opening monologue, General Idi Amin comes on to warn viewers about the importance of checking oneself for V.D., using himself as an example of the effects of advanced-stage syphilis. In a parody of Swedish films, a couple involved in a secret affair fool death by sending him out for a pizza. An advertisement pitches potholders made from human hair. Chevy Chase presents the Weekend Update, with a special segment on Olga Korbut. Two teenage girls discuss the hazards of dating with a padded bra and whether they'd want to see a guy naked. The Preservation Hall Jazz Band performs "Panama".

Season 1, Episode 24: Kris Kristofferson/Rita Coolidge

Original Air Date—31 July 1976
The host for the episode is Kris Kristofferson, and the musical guest is Rita Coolidge. The skits for this episode are as follows: Kris Kristofferson sings "Help Me Make It Through The Night" after Chevy Chase falls out of bed, where he was with musical guest Rita Coolidge. After Kris' monologue, secretary Sherry Norwalk talks about how she got a job at SNL helping the writers come up with ideas by having sex with them. The Samurai general practitioner treats one of his patients. Jesse Owens presents a set of commemorative medals honoring white athletes. A clip from a new TV show called Police State is shown, about two cops in Los Angeles who respond to every call by killing anyone they encounter and then talking about where to go eat. Kris Kristofferson talks about how viewers can overcome the handicap of a good education to become successful country music stars. Kris gets reunited with the original Bobby McGee, only to find that she's now become a straight-laced suburban housewife married to a jealous handbag salesman. A woman gets set up for a blind date, only to discover that the date is her gynecologist. Two tramps wait around for a mysterious philosopher named Pardo. Kris Kristofferson performs "I've Got a Life of My Own", Rita Coolidge performs " Hula Hoop", and together they perform "Eddie the Eunuch".

Season 2


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 1 -- Take from her, no one cares.

Season 2, Episode 1: Lily Tomlin/James Taylor

Original Air Date—18 September 1976
The host for the episode is Lily Tomlin (her second appearance), and the musical guest is James Taylor. The skits for this episode are as follows: For the opening skit, everyone is waiting around for Lily Tomlin to arrive, but she shows up late and announces she's not going to bother rehearsing for the show. After Lily's opening monologue, she begins talking about what she really thinks of the show, thinking that her microphone is off. President Ford gets into a strange debate with Jimmy Carter. During the Weekend Update, Laraine Newman reports on an outbreak of Legionnaire's disease and Emily Litella wonders about crustaceans hijacking airplanes. Ernestine the operator talks about why phone service is unreliable and why they don't care. A housewife is persuaded to perform a series of increasingly bizarre stunts. Lily finishes the show performing The Antler Dance with the SNL band. James Taylor performs "Shower the People", "Road Runner" and "Sweet Baby James".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 2 -- Norman's TV family pays tribute. Featuring Bea Arthur.
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Season 2, Episode 2: Norman Lear/Boz Scaggs

Original Air Date—25 September 1976
The host for the episode is Norman Lear, and the musical guest is Boz Scaggs. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase, in the hospital after injuring himself in the previous episode, coaches Gilda Radner through the opening via telephone. Norman Lear gets to hear what the actors in his shows really think of him. Jimmy Carter discusses lust in his heart and looks forward to more lusting as president. Norman Lear reviews the pilot of a new show about a family of snake handlers in Pittsburgh. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain discusses the Ford-Carter debate, Patty Hearst's sentencing, Elton John's sexuality and the sex lives of nuns, while Laraine Newman reports from Times Square for the upcoming Jewish New Year. The women of SNL sing a get-well song for Chevy, wishing he would fall for them. A spokesman from the U.S. Council of Standards and Measures talks about the advantages of switching over to metric time. A divorce lawyer gets rough with his client while trying to make her claims sound believable. Boz Scaggs performs "Low Down" and "What Can I Say?"

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 3 -- Fighter, Ken Norton, has something to say - and sing - to the judges of his championship bout against Mohammad Ali.
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Season 2, Episode 3: Eric Idle/Joe Cocker/Stuff

Original Air Date—2 October 1976
The host for the episode is Eric Idle, and the musical guests are Joe Cocker and Stuff. The skits for this episode are as follows: A Chevy Chase impersonator attempts to do the opening fall. Eric Idle starts to perform a song, but is convinced by Jane Curtain to put it off until the end of the show. A young couple discusses assembling their new child with the help of a geneticist who presents them with bizarre options. A DJ attempts to work two stations simultaneously, maintaining opposite personas for each one. Baba Wawa talks to America about why she's leaving NBC. During the Weekend Update, Jane discusses the Norton-Ali fight, while Garrett Morris reports on the circumcision of Michelangelo's David. The Rutles trick Lorne Michaels into giving them the money for the Beatles reunion. Dan Aykroyd and Eric Idle dress up in drag, only to be told by John Belushi that American audiences don't find it funny. Dan and Eric begin drag racing, running around the studio in women's clothing. Jacques Cousteau talks about the care and feeding of fish, pouring all sorts of items into his fish tank. Ken Norton insists that he's a better boxer than Ali, despite losing the close-fought match. Erica Viedonagen ponders whether comedians from outer space visited Earth in the past. Two college guys talk about their math test while playing Pong. Joe Cocker performs "You Are So Beautiful" and "Feelin' Alright" (with John Belushi). Stuff performs "Foots".

Season 2, Episode 4: Karen Black/John Prine

Original Air Date—16 October 1976
The host for the episode is Karen Black, and the musical guest is John Prine. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase returns after his injury and is pushed out of his wheelchair by John Belushi. Karen Black talks about her son and great mothers in history during her opening monologue. Baba Wawa interviews Indira Gandhi. Ford and Carter have another unusual debate. A re-run ad pitches amazing new triple-bladed razors. Amish crime fighters help out victims when catching crooks quickly isn't a priority. A wife feeds her husband Green Cross cupcakes since they're guaranteed not to cause cancer. Catherine the Great takes her horse as her new lover. A high school loser meets up with a former cheerleader at the lunch counter at Woolworth's and completely fails to make a good impression. Mr. Bill goes to a party where he suffers a variety of physical abuse. John Belushi sings "One for the Road" while a caption lists the number of crimes he's committed. John Prine performs "Hello in There", "The Bottomless Lake" and "Ten Cents a Dance".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 5 -- The Yankees leave their coach hanging in the locker room.
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Season 2, Episode 5: Steve Martin/Kinky Friedman

Original Air Date—23 October 1976
The host for the episode is Steve Martin, and the musical guest is Kinky Friedman. The skits for this episode are as follows: The coach of the Yankees consoles his team after losing the World Series, and one of the players gives him their final decision. Chevy Chase attempts to make an endorsement for milk, but keeps adding in its less pleasant effects. An episode of Jeopardy from 1999 gives a look at some social changes in the future. During the Weekend Update, Chevy comments on Jimmy Carter's cross-dressing, the latest election poll results, a mafia funeral in a pizza oven, and a gorilla crashing an airplane. An ad features a new combination watch and German Shepherd. Several counter-culture acts perform in a late-50's beatnik café. Jane Curtain interviews the author of a book analyzing the connection between sexual activity and sports performance. Mary Tyler Moore gets murdered by Ted before their newscast as a prank. A new diet plan works by stranding dieters out in the wilderness with an Eskimo who steals their food. Kinky Friedman performs "Dear Abbie".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 6 -- See the first of Mr. Mike's bedtime tales.
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Season 2, Episode 6: Buck Henry/The Band

Original Air Date—30 October 1976
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his third appearance), and the musical guest is The Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: The land shark makes its return, pretending to be a late trick-or-treater. In his opening monologue, Buck Henry praises the cast for being able to perform so professionally in light of how absolutely messed up their personal lives are. The samurai stockbroker loses one of his clients after a string of bad advice. Baba Wawa has a joint interview with First Ladies Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter. Garrett Morris discuss his own roots, including some famous ancestors. Ford and Carter have another debate, this time in the form of a beauty pageant. During the Weekend Update, Chevy Chase presents some campaign ads that haven't been used yet, while Jane Curtain announces that Chevy will soon be leaving the show. A warlock pitches the new Bat-o-Matic potion maker. Ambassador Thorne searches for the real parents of Damien, the son of Satan. Garrett gives a report from the grave of Houdini for the 50th anniversary of his death and sees a ghost. Mr. Mike tells a bedtime story about a little Eskimo boy who freezes to death. The Band performs "Life is a Carnival", "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down", "Stage Fright" and "Georgia On My Mind".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 7 -- A parable as old as time itself.
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Season 2, Episode 7: Dick Cavett/Ry Cooder

Original Air Date—13 November 1976
The host for the episode is Dick Cavett (his second appearance), and the musical guest is Ry Cooder. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Chroma-Trak girl gets her colors mixed up during broadcast. Dick Cavett fields questions from the audience during his opening monologue. John Dean looks back on Nixon trying to frame him for Watergate. During the Weekend Update, Laraine Newman reports on the death and cremation of Smokey the Bear. A marine walks down the street, looking to pick up a few good men. A psychiatrist makes house calls. The Bees talk about how they were able to overcome discrimination. Mr. Mike tells a bedtime story about a blind chicken. A pair of scientists look into the question of why some words are funnier than others. Ry Cooder performs "Tattler" and "He'll Have To Go".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 8 -- Paul Simon does his monologue in a turkey outfit.
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Season 2, Episode 8: Paul Simon/George Harrison

Original Air Date—20 November 1976
The host for the episode is Paul Simon (his second appearance), and the musical guest is George Harrison. The skits for this episode are as follows: George Harrison feels that he should receive the $3000 Lorne Michaels promised the Beatles for appearing on the show, while Paul Simon has doubts about the costume he's been asked to wear. Paul Simon starts to sing "Still Crazy After All These Years" dressed as a turkey, but gives up halfway through and tells Lorne he won't do it. A housewife raves about mineral-packed Quarry cereal. Baba Wawa interviews Henry Kissenger. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on contraceptives, expenditures by the Carter campaign, Morris the Cat's attempted suicide, and a new strain of gonorrhea. Rod Serling presents an episode of the Twilight Zone in which three actresses end up in a motel room with a television show presenter. A violent renegade named Billy Paul fights racism at an ice cream parlor. Paul Simon performs "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover", "Something So Right" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water". Paul Simon and George Harrison perform "Here Comes the Sun" and "Homeward Bound". George Harrison performs "Crackerbox Palace" and "This Song".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 9 -- John Belushi on what type of man watches SNL.
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Season 2, Episode 9: Jodie Foster/Brian Wilson

Original Air Date—27 November 1976
The host for the episode is Jodie Foster, and the musical guest is Brian Wilson. The skits for this episode are as follows: Gilda Radner opens the show to explain why she won't be appearing much, while caption explain that she's been fired. Jodie Foster explains in her opening monologue that she's treated just like every other guest even though she's just 14. Chevy Chase advertises convenient feedbag dinners. Two Bees come into a girl's room claiming they're Peter Pan and Tinkerbee. Jodie demonstrates the new Puberty Helper to get teens through their awkward years. A man tries to get through the security gate at the airport, but his personal fetish causes a problem. An SNL fan is interviewed on why he likes the program. A schoolgirl with a crush on her teacher tries to say goodbye for the summer. For his 50th birthday, the cast re-enact the life of Don Pardo. A man is shocked to discover that his wife of six years isn't black. Mr. Mike tells Jodie a story about a little train that died. Brian Wilson performs "Back Home", "Love is a Woman" and "Good Vibrations".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 10 -- Some gift ideas in time for the holidays.
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Season 2, Episode 10: Candice Bergen/Frank Zappa

Original Air Date—11 December 1976
The host for the episode is Candice Bergen (her third appearance), and the musical guest is Frank Zappa. The skits for this episode are as follows: For the opening, Patty Hearst enjoys a Christmas back with her family. Instead of doing her opening monologue, Candice Bergen hides in her dressing room and has to be coaxed out by John Belushi doing a Humphrey Bogart impression. President-elect Carter admits he can't follow through on all the things he promised during the campaign. A pitchman convinces a woman to use Santi-Wrap before sitting on the lap of a disreputable Santa. Irwin Mainway defends the safety of his company's obviously unsafe toys. A re-run ad promotes saving money with your own pricing gun. A woman defends her right to be extremely stupid. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain's husband urges her to quit SNL and come home, after which Jane comments on Amy Carter, Olga Korbut's marriage and the killing of Rudolph the Reindeer, while Emily Litella doesn't think people should give money to unisex. Candice advertises an instant camera that dispenses cheese slices. Two police officers investigate a string of murders perpetrated by trees. Candice announces that John has no place to spend Christmas and asks someone to adopt him for the holiday. The cast perform a song hoping that Gary Gilmore gets his wish to be executed as soon as possible. Frank Zappa performs "The Slime", "Lagoon" and "Peaches & Regalia".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 11 -- Third Party Candidate Ralph Nader stops by Weekend Update
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Season 2, Episode 11: Ralph Nader/George Benson

Original Air Date—15 January 1977
The host for the episode is Ralph Nader, and the musical guest is George Benson. The skits for this episode are as follows: Ralph Nader announces that he's going to relax and have fun for this week's show, but soon begins lecturing everyone on safety hazards throughout the studio. During Ralph's opening monologue, he rails against NBC's parent corporation, RCA, only to be cut off by a technical glitch. A grandfather waiting for his grandson to call starts ranting about the boy's thoughtlessness. A convict goes through a dress rehearsal for a televised execution. Baba Wawa pitches her new show featuring her talking to herself. Ralph has a dream in which President Carter explains his plan to revive the Confederacy. During the Weekend Update, John Belushi calls in to complain that nobody's visited him in the hospital and gets upset that everyone is so happy that Bill Murray has joined the cast, Jane Curtain reports on the change in administrations and the sentencing of Claudine Longet, and Emily Litella wonders why people want to make Puerto Rico a steak. Andy Kaufman performs several Elvis songs. Beldar and Prymaat Conehead explain the family's origins to their daughter Connie before her big date. Ralph performs stress tests on inflatable sex dolls. Teens ask Ralph questions about himself and his work that belie their lack of awareness. George Benson performs "Masquerade" and "Gonna Love You More".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 12 -- More mangled words of wisdom from Emily Litella.
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Season 2, Episode 12: Ruth Gordon/Chuck Berry

Original Air Date—22 January 1977
The host for the episode is Ruth Gordon, and the musical guest is Chuck Berry. The skits for this episode are as follows: John Belushi's doctor announces that he will cut off the cast's drug supply if they don't put John in tonight's show. Barbra Streisand performs a song that's all about herself. Emily Litella visits with her sister to talk about current events. Dino De Laurentis gives an interview with Tom Snyder about his new remake of King Kong, claiming that his ape was much easier to work with than the original Kong. During the Weekend Update, Laraine Newman interviews President Carter's mother, and Jane Curtain reports on the inauguration, a restaurant hold up, and elections in India, then scolds Emily Litella for not preparing a report this week. In a Gary Weis film, Garrett Morris' girlfriend complains about his long absences. An elderly woman takes a job as a hooker. A little girl and her babysitter compare notes on where babies come from. Mr. Bill gets chopped apart by Sluggo the Magician. Ricky Jay performs several magic tricks for the audience. E. Buzz Miller gets turned on by an anthropologist's film about a remote native tribe. Mr. Mike tells a bedtime story about a worm who gets run over by a truck. Chuck Berry performs "Johnny B. Goode" and "Marie & Carol".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 13 -- When's the last time you've had a leeching?
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Season 2, Episode 13: Fran Tarkenton/Leo Sayer, Donnie Harper and the Voices of Tomorrow

Original Air Date—29 January 1977
The host for the episode is Fran Tarkenton, and the musical guests are Leo Sayer and The Donny Harper Singers. The skits for this episode are as follows: John Belushi gives Fran Tarkenton a pre-game pep talk. Bill Murray provides color commentary as Fran sings "Feelings" for his opening monologue. A salesman pitches multi-purpose Swiss Army guns. Amy Carter goes to class and uses the Secret Service to cheat on a quiz. A football coach sends his player back in the game, despite his missing a limb. Garrett Morris interviews Fran on the subject of black quarterbacks. A husband and wife open a restaurant in their home, but their constant fighting disrupts the mood. Fran pitches an anabolic steroid cereal. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain responds to critics who don't think the show is sexy enough, and comments on women priests and Gerald Ford's post-president activities. An appeal to the community is made to help get John Belushi off the streets. John and Fran do a sketch in a hotel room together, but John keeps trying to show Fran how to do it right. An ad presents perfumes tailored to different types of women. A woman tries to explain her purchases to a credit claims reviewer, but they end up in a one-upmanship competition. Leo Sayer performs "When I Need You" and "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing", and The Donny Harper Singers perform "Sing a Song".

Season 2, Episode 14: Live from Mardi Gras

Original Air Date—20 February 1977
There's no host for this broadcast. Randy Newman is the musical guest for this episode, which is performed live in New Orleans for the Mardi Gras celebration. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter attempts to inspire Americans with a speech delivered from the rear end of a statue of Andrew Jackson on his horse, while Rosalyn frets over the fact that Jimmy has been up there for two days. For his opening monologue, Randy Newman sings about the floods that damaged New Orleans, then announces that SNL teams are in place to cover the passing of the Bacchus Parade. Jane Curtain and Buck Henry report on the crowds in the street, then watch the traditional 'Let's hit Al Hirt in the Mouth with a Brick!' contest, in which Al Hirt gets pelted with debris as he attempts to play the trumpet. A repeat ad pitches Quarry, the breakfast cereal made entirely of minerals. Three women complain about the lack of men at the parade, then get picked up by a gang of biker bees. Garrett Morris performs a selection of songs by Fats Domino, but can only play the same bar of music for each. A Gary Weis film features an interview with a man who paints above-ground tombs in a cemetery. Tom Snyder stands in front of the Pink Lady strip club, where he interviews a bouncer named Honker and a dancer named Velocity. As Buck and Jane continue to wait for the Bacchus Parade to arrive, Baba Wawa interviews Henry Winkler on how he separates his own persona from his character, The Fonz. Ricky Mussolini performs a re-enactment of his grandfather's historic visit to New Orleans. Eric Idle attempts to interview Mardi Gras revelers, but the French Quarter café he's in is completely deserted. Another Gary Weis film shows a montage of signs all using the word Dixie. Penny Marshall reports from the Krewe of Apollo Ball, where all the attendees, both débutantes and escorts, are men. Stanley Kowalski stands in the street shouting for Stella, only to find he's in front of the wrong building. Paul Schaffer sings the Antler Dance song, while Mr. Mike dances and gets pelted with objects from the crowds. For the Weekend Update, Garrett Morris receives the combination to the city from Mayor Landrieau, Evel Kenivel jumps the Mardi Gras parade in his hospital bed, Larraine Newman interviews a man carrying on the Mardi Gras tradition of taping mice to his eyes, and Emily Litella interviews a liver-boat captain. Captain Jean Lafitte insists that, despite his historical reputation, he is not a pirate. Back at the Krewe of Apollo Ball Penny Williams and Cindy Marshall report on the crowning of the Queen of the Ball. Back on the parade route, Buck and Jane give up on the Bacchus Parade showing up, and wish everyone a good night. Randy Newman performs "Louisiana 1927", "Marie", "Kingfish" and "Sail Away", and The New Leviathan Oriental Fox Trot Orchestra performs "Rebecca Came Back From Mecca".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 15 -- There's no place like home. Especially when you're a Conehead.
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Season 2, Episode 15: Steve Martin/The Kinks

Original Air Date—26 February 1977
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his second appearance), and the musical guest is The Kinks. The skits for this episode are as follows: Steve gets hostility from the cast over his treatment of Gilda since the last show. For his opening monologue, Steve gets happy feet, talks about his goals, then mentions what drugs he and the cast are going to take after the show. The Coneheads receive a visit from the IRS. Jackie Onassis enters a celebrity weightlifting contest. A diet book promises weight loss by using the pages of the book itself as meals. A doctor advises parents to pull the plug on their comatose son, only to have him wake up just as they are about to do it. A celebrity bingo game can't get started because all the time is wasted making introductions. Alex Haley talks about some of his lesser known ancestors. A couple who meet in a singles bar share all the same bizarre quirks. The Kinks perform "You Really Got Me Going", "All Day And All of the Night", "Well-Respected Man", "Lola" and "Sleepwalker".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 16 -- You kill it, you wear it.
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Season 2, Episode 16: Sissy Spacek/Richard Baskin

Original Air Date—12 March 1977
The host for the episode is Sissy Spacek, and the musical guest is Richard Baskin. The skits for this episode are as follows: Following the death of director Dave Wilson, the show's future is in jeopardy. Sissy Spacek performs a baton twirling scene that was cut from Carrie. A burger restaurant prepares burgers according to the customers' bizarre specifications. President Carter answers call-in questions with very specific answers. A doctor is interviewed about a condition called quintlexia, which he suffers from. John Belushi announces that he's retiring from show business to train for the Olympic decathlon. During the Weekend Update, Muhammad Ali announces that he's making his own Rocky-style movie, and Emily Litella wonders why anyone cares about endangered feces. Al Franken and Tom Davis report the news live from World War III. Three women suffer from Gidget's Disease, causing intolerable cuteness. Leonard Pinth-Garnell presents 'The Millkeeper', a Bad Playhouse Production. Richard Baskin performs "One I Love You" (with Sissy Spacek) and "City of One Night Stands".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 17 -- A lost episode of I Love Lucy.

Season 2, Episode 17: Broderick Crawford/Levon Helm/Dr. John/The Meters

Original Air Date—19 March 1977
The host for the episode is Broderick Crawford, and the musical guests are Levon Helm, Dr. John and The Meters. The skits for this episode are as follows: Rhonda Weiss and the Rhondettes sing a goodbye song to saccharine. Broderick Crawford recounts his first failed attempt to work for NBC. The samurai hit-man carries out his work disguised as a chef at Benihana. Mel's Hide Heaven lets people pick the animal they want their clothes made from. Bill Murray makes a plea to the audience for more support. A parody of I Love Lucy has Lucy putting whipped cream on nuclear warheads as they come down a conveyor belt and not being able to keep up. During the Weekend Update, John Belushi talks about the luck of the Irish and whips himself into a raging frenzy. A Siamese twin holds his twin brother hostage in a police standoff. Baba Wawa does an interview with Godzilla. President Nixon seeks advice and solace from J. Edgar Hoover. Dr. John performs "Sing, Sing, Sing", Levon Helm performs "Ain't That a Lot of Love" and The Meters perform "I Got to Get My Name Up in Lights".

Season 2, Episode 18: Jack Burns/Santana

Original Air Date—26 March 1977
The host for the episode is Jack Burns, and the musical guest is Santana. The skits for this episode are as follows: John Belushi holds the network hostage and has to be tricked into saying the opening lines. Jack Burns gets to touch himself during the opening monologue. The Farbers invite the Coneheads over for drinks and dinner. A marine couple is married by a tough chaplain. Eliot Ness overthrows Indira Gandhi as part of the Untouchables. During the Weekend Update, the winners of the Oscars are announced from envelopes stolen before the ceremony. A pharmacist prescribes leeches for all his customers. Jack ruins a skit about a despondent businessman committing suicide and the rest of the cast all heckle him. Ricardo Montalban introduces a panty-gram service to send messages to friends and loved ones. Santana performs "Black Magic Woman" and "Europa".

Season 2, Episode 19: Julian Bond/Tom Waits, Brick

Original Air Date—9 April 1977
The host for the episode is Julian Bond, and the musical guests are Tom Waits and Brick. The skits for this episode are as follows: Emily Litella sings that her lover makes her feel like a national woman. An accountant advertises his tax preparation services from behind bars. On Black Perspectives, Julian Bond explains that light-skinned blacks are smarter than dark-skinned blacks. The mysterious Dr. X helps counsel a family through their problems. A model for Ebony advertises a hair lustre that comes in a fist-shaped can. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain is drowned out by the noise of a passing Concorde. In an ad for soup, the narrator forces a little girl to stick corn up her nose. Leonard Plith-Garnell reviews bad cinema. The Farbers talk to Julian Bond about racial tolerance. Mr. Mike tells his version of the Brer Rabbit story to Uncle Remus, in which the folk hero is skinned and eaten. Patti Smith talks about censorship in a Gary Weis film. George Wallace tries to rehabilitate the South's tarnished image. Tom Waits performs "Eggs & Sausages" and Brick performs "Dazz".

Season 2, Episode 20: Elliot Gould/Kate & Anna McGarrigle/Roslyn Kind

Original Air Date—16 April 1977
The host for the episode is Eliott Gould (his third appearance), and the musical guests are Kate & Anna McGarrigle and Roslyn Kind. The skits for this episode are as follows: Soviet Premier Brezhnev negotiates an appearance on the Tonight Show. Eliot Gould sings "The Castration Walk" for his open monologue. The Coneheads have 35 phones installed in their house, and receive an emissary from Remulak who asks about their progress. A men's advocacy group offers inspirational advice for men, as well as a rape hot-line. During the Weekend Update, Bill Murray reports on an anti-porn rally, while John Belushi describes weather for shut-ins. Lounge singer Nick performs for a resort audience. A face bank keeps donated faces to give to the faceless. A Gary Weis film shows fights at sporting events to the tune of "America the Beautiful". A customer must go through a series of strict security tests to use an ATM. Kate & Anna McGarrigle perform "Kiss & Say Goodbye" and "Heart Like a Wheel". Roslyn Kind performs "I'm Not Anyone".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 21 -- A talk show with few words.

Season 2, Episode 21: Eric Idle/Neil Innes

Original Air Date—23 April 1977
The host for the episode is Eric Idle (his second appearance), and the musical guests are Alan Price and Neil Innes. The skits for this episode are as follows: A British soldier interrogates an Irish prisoner by torturing a potato. During his opening monologue, Eric Idle joins the Queen in hosting a telethon to help save England, and over the course of the show manages to raise $20. The pot growers of America urge everyone to buy locally. Nixon gives an interview to David Frost but turns out to be terribly boring. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on an iceberg floating from Antarctica, Alex Haley being accused of plagiarism, and Groucho Marx's former manager, Bill Murray talks about punishing schoolgirls, and Emily Litella confesses her love for Tom Snyder. Two boxers face off to get the most laughs. A low budget film depicts the Battle of Britain. A host and guest conduct an interview based solely of nonsense words. Alan Price performs "Poor People" and Neil Innes performs "Cheese & Onions" and "Shangri-La".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 2: Episode 22 -- Another edition of Bad Ballet, and this time, it's very, very bad indeed.

Season 2, Episode 22: Shelley Duvall/Joan Armatrading

Original Air Date—14 May 1977
The host for the episode is Shelley Duvall, and the musical guest is Joan Armatrading. The skits for this episode are as follows: The opening act is interrupted by an announcement that NBC wants to get their money's worth out of the recent Bobick-Norton fight by replaying it at the start of every show. The women of the show sing as the Video Vixens. A bank robber is upset that his disguise isn't as good as those of the other members of his gang. Three women are joined in a restaurant by three men arguing over which one is Ricardo Montalban. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on David Frost's presidential interviews, Patty Hearst's personal life and Roy Roger's funeral plans, while boxer Duane Bobick makes a plea for better civil rights so blacks will stop beating up white people, and Emily Litella fails to show up for her commentary. Elvis tries his hand at Shakespeare. Baba Wawa interviews Richard Burton on the subject of Elizabeth Taylor. Leonard Plith-Garnell reviews bad ballet. Members of the Moonies start turning violent. Joan Armatrading performs "Love & Affection" and "Down to Zero".

Season 2, Episode 23: Buck Henry/Jennifer Warnes/Kenny Vance

Original Air Date—21 May 1977
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his fourth appearance), and the musical guests are Jennifer Warnes and Kenny Vance. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter delivers a message to the people urging them to switch to electric power. Buck Henry tries to get an audience member to have sex with him on stage during his opening monologue. The Samurai college student faces disciplinary action for his poor grades. A man in the shower pretends to host a talk show, but surprises his wife by producing her secret lover as a guest. The Coneheads fly back to Remulak, taking the Chrysler building with them. During the Weekend Update, Buck Henry makes a pass at Jane Curtain, and Emily Litella announces that Bella Abzug has thrown her cat in the ring for the next election. A William Wegman film shows him waking his dog with an alarm clock. Charles Lindburgh encounter the land shark while flying across the Atlantic. Michael O'Donoghue does an impersonation of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir with nails stuck in their eyes. Jennifer Warnes performs "Right Time of the Night", Kenny Vance performs "The Performer", and Howard Shore performs "Departure Lounge" with the SNL band.

Season 3


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 1 -- It rides smooth because they're built right.

Season 3, Episode 1: Steve Martin/Jackson Browne

Original Air Date—24 September 1977
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his third appearance), and the musical guest is Jackson Browne. The skits for this episode are as follows: Burt Lance, President Carter's budget management director, pitches the National Express charge card after being asked to resign. During his opening monologue, Steve Martin promotes his new album and confesses that his cat has been embezzling from him. An ad introduces a watch so complex that it requires two people to operate it. The wild and crazy Festrunk brothers try to pick up two girls in their apartment rec room. A defense attorney berates a rape victim on the witness stand, then chuckles about it afterward. A great moment in rock history is commemorated: Roy Orbison standing completely still while singing in sunglasses. An ad promotes the Royale Deluxe II, a sedan that rides smoothly enough for a rabbi to perform a circumcision in the back seat at 40mph. Jackson Browne performs "Runnin' on Empty" and "The Pretender".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 2 -- Your own aircraft collision detection device.

Season 3, Episode 2: Madeline Kahn/Taj Mahal

Original Air Date—8 October 1977
The host for the episode is Madeline Kahn (her second appearance), and the musical guest is Taj Mahal. The skits for this episode are as follows: After the opening monologue, a man talks about his favorite drink: Swill, a mineral water straight from Lake Erie. Leonard Plinth-Garnell provides a review of bad opera. The cast announces the first "Anyone Can Host" contest, in which a viewer from home will be chosen to host the show. Bianca Jagger talks with some of her close friends. A show takes a retrospective of the acid generation and tracks down where they've gone. Madeline Kahn sings Silver Balls and Golden Pins". Taj Mahal performs "Queen Bee".

Season 3, Episode 3: Hugh Hefner/Libby Titus

Original Air Date—15 October 1977
The host for the episode is Hugh Hefner, and the musical guest is Libby Titus. The skits for this episode are as follows: A Playboy bunny flubs a number of party jokes. For his opening monologue, Hugh Hefner comes out in his pajamas and sings "Thank Heaven for Little Girls". A housewife praises her new soap that contains tranquilizers. The Planet of the Men does battle with the Planet of the Women in genital-shaped spacecraft. The X-Police burst in on a couple smoking pot and brutally beat them. The host of a music appreciation show starts hallucinating to Wagner. During the Weekend Update, Jane and Dan report on Howard Cosell and abortion rights, while Nadia Comaneci asks everyone to come see her while she's still cute. Hugh presents a deleted sex scene from "The First Mrs. Kimball". A magician tries to cheer up an audience at a funeral. The Farbers pay a visit to a Playboy club. Libby Titus performs "Fool That I Am".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 4 -- It's the Judy Miller show... with your host... Judy Miller!

Season 3, Episode 4: Charles Grodin/Paul Simon

Original Air Date—29 October 1977
The host for the episode is Charles Grodin, and the musical guest is Paul Simon (his third appearance, but first as the musical guest). The skits for this episode are as follows: The opening starts with Charles Grodin missing his rehearsal. The Coneheads celebrate Halloween giving out beer and fried eggs to children. Irwin Mainway of Mainway Toys comes in to defend his products against accusations that they're unsafe. The Samurai dry cleaner deals with his customers. The Bees go out for some trick-or-treating. Judy Miller, instructed by her mother to stay in her room, puts on a show for everyone. Paul Simon performs "Slip Sliding Away", "The Sound of Silence" (with Charles Grodin as Art Garfunkel), and "You're Kind".

Season 3, Episode 5: Ray Charles

Original Air Date—12 November 1977
The host and musical guest for the episode is Ray Charles. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Godfather discusses with Tom Hagen the effects of letting NBC do a series about their life, and whether they should allow this to continue. During his opening monologue, Ray Charles talks about what SNL had to do to get him to come on the show. President Carter delivers a message to the United States. Howdy Doody's widow talks about life with the former star. Tom Snyder talks about returning to New York and interviews Ray Charles. Evelyn Woodski offers people the opportunity to learn how to read slower. A burglary takes place during a blackout. Mr. Mike tries to trick Ray with a fake painting, only to have Ray reveal he has a trick planned of his own. Ray Charles performs "I Can See Clearly Now", "What'd I Say" and "Oh What a Beautiful Morning", as well as a medley of his other works.

Season 3, Episode 6: Buck Henry/Leon Redbone

Original Air Date—19 November 1977
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his fifth appearance), and the musical guest is Leon Redbone (his third appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Gilda and Garrett introduce the five finalists in the "Anyone Can Host" contest, including an 80-year-old grandmother from New Orleans and the governor of South Dakota. During his opening segment, Buck Henry greets and interviews the five finalists. John Belushi credits his success in the decathlon to eating little chocolate donuts. The samurai psychiatrist commits suicide after angering his patient. A stunt baby stands in for an abuse scene in place of the actor baby. A motel sanitizing team shows how they clean each room. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Dan Aykroyd report on the Egypt-Israel peace talks, Jimmy Hoffa, and new breakthroughs in genetics, while Laraine Newman interviews the five finalists and Baba Wawa talks about meeting Omar Sharif in Jerusalem. A group of Russians on a train go through a series of overlapping flashbacks. Mr. Mike hosts the Rickey Rat Club. Leon Redbone performs "Champagne Charlie" and "Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone".

Season 3, Episode 7: Mary Kay Place/Willie Nelson

Original Air Date—10 December 1977
The host for the episode is Mary Kay Place, and the musical guest is Willie Nelson. The skits for this episode are as follows: At the start of the show, the cast decides to make this episode the peppiest ever. A perfume called Hey You is advertised as perfect for one-night stands. A speaker talks about dangerous and harmful insects. Leonard Plinth-Garnell gives his reviews of bad musicals. Bobbi Farber talks about the meaning of Hanukkah. Willie Nelson performs "Whiskey River", Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain" and "Something to Brag About" (with Mary Kay Place).

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 8 -- Give yourself an art education with E. Buzz Miller and friend.

Season 3, Episode 8: Miskel Spillman/Elvis Costello

Original Air Date—17 December 1977
The show was notable for Elvis Costello and the Attractions beginning their song "Less than Zero" about British wartime fascist leader Oswald Mosley then quickly stopping it, with Elvis announcing "I'm sorry, Ladies and Gentlemen, there's no reason to do this song here". This apparently led to Costello's being barred from SNL for over 10 years.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 9 -- Survey says? Chicken neck.
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Season 3, Episode 9: Steve Martin/Randy Newman, Dirt Band

Original Air Date—21 January 1978
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his fourth appearance), and the musical guests are Randy Newman (his second appearance) and the Dirt Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter gives his State of the Union address, but the members of Congress are bored by it. During his opening monologue, Steve Martin accuses John Belushi of stealing from him, then explains how to avoid paying taxes. A forest ranger talks with a mountaineer without realizing the man is actually Bigfoot. The Festrunk brothers meet up with their computer dates from Croatia. An ad for a new Swedish body floss promises to make hygiene fun. The Coneheads go on Family Feud and win by picking things that people bite. Steve gives tours of the homes of his close friends, but never actually goes inside. A panel discusses the possibilities of Napoleon possessing a B-52 bomber. The Dirt Band performs "On the Loose With the Blues" and "White Russia", and Randy Newman performs "Short People" and "Rider in the Rain".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 10 -- Cheezbuger Cheezbuger Cheesbuger

Season 3, Episode 10: Robert Klein/Bonnie Raitt

Original Air Date—28 January 1978
The host for the episode is Robert Klein (his second appearance), and the musical guest is Bonnie Raitt. The skits for this episode are as follows: Mr. Mike sings with Tina Turner and tells a story about a rabbit that gets mangled in factory machinery. For his opening monologue, Robert Klein talks about anti-Semitism at his old college. The Olympia diner serves only cheeseburgers, Pepsi and chips. The X-police burst in on a couple for cohabitating, kill the girlfriend and frame the boyfriend for murder. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on a nuclear-powered satellite that crashed into a Nova Scotia lobsterbed, and Roseanne Roseannadanna explains what an aneurysm is. Nick the lounge singer performs badly for a ski lodge. As the rest of the show continues, reports of monster lobsters start coming in, until the studio is overrun and by them and everyone killed. Bonnie Raitt performs "Runaway" and "Give It All Up or Let Me Go" (with Robert Klein).

Season 3, Episode 11: Chevy Chase/Billy Joel

Original Air Date—18 February 1978
The host for the episode is Chevy Chase, and the musical guest is Billy Joel. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Ford returns to give a rebuttal to Ronald Reagan's comments on the Suez Canal. Chevy Chase uses his opening monologue to milk the audience for applause. An ad pitches a new way to preserve moths by mashing them. A couple discusses what just happened after their one-night stand. During the Weekend Update, Chevy tricks Dan Aykroyd into giving him the anchor spot, and John Belushi gives a commentary on boxing that gets him so wound up he attacks Jane Curtain. A trainee customs inspector misses a pair of smugglers carrying cocaine. A priest of the Church of Confusion gives a sermon that rambles in circles. Two German soldiers behind enemy lines answer a series of baseball questions to prove they're actually American. For the final skit, several different endings are tried out. Billy Joel performs "Only the Good Die Young" and "Just the Way You Are".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 12 -- Well you can tell by the way I swing my sword, I'm a samauri, no time to talk.

Season 3, Episode 12: O.J. Simpson/Ashford & Simpson

Original Air Date—25 February 1978
The host for the episode is O.J. Simpson, and the musical guest is Ashford & Simpson. The skits for this episode are as follows: Gilda Radner opens the show by answering questions supposedly from the audience. O.J. Simpson gives him opening monologue dressed as a Conehead. Samurai Futaba goes to a disco. Babe Ruth promises a dying child that he'll hit a home run for him, and then fails to do so. A pitchman touts the advantages of a hair clipper made especially for Mohawks. Al Franken attempts to tell jokes despite suffering from a brain tumor. E. Buzz Miller presents several clips of animals having sex, and gets increasingly turned on by them. O.J. reprises his famous Hertz car rental ad. Ashford & Simpson perform "So, So Satisfied", and "Don't Cost You Nothing".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 13 -- A bittersweet portrait of John as an old man

Season 3, Episode 13: Art Garfunkel/Stephen Bishop

Original Air Date—11 March 1978
The host for the episode is Art Garfunkel, and the musical guest is Stephen Bishop. The skits for this episode are as follows: During Art Garfunkel's opening monologue, one of the speakers goes out during his song, prompting John Belushi to come on stage and start ranting about the show getting short shrift from the network managers, then accuse Art of backstabbing when the singer wants to just brush off the mishap and try again without causing a fuss. Tom Snyder presents another installment of the Tomorrow show. The Nerds Todd DiLaMuca and Lisa Loopner talk about the books they like. John, as an elderly man, goes to the graveyard where all the other SNL cast members are buried and reminisces on how they died. Andy Kaufmann appears in his British Man character and begins reading from to the audience from The Great Gatsby, only to be met with heckling. Stephen Bishop performs "On & On" and Art Garfunkel performs "All I Know", Scarborough Fair" and "Crying In My Sleep".

Season 3, Episode 14: Jill Clayburgh/Eddie Money

Original Air Date—18 March 1978
The host for the episode is Jill Clayburgh (her second appearance), and the musical guest is Eddie Money. The skits for this episode are as follows: Garrett Morris does a performance of "Danny Boy". An ad features the Royal Deluxe, a car smooth enough to perform circumcisions in the backseat while driving. At the Olympia diner, a new waitress finds the place hard to adjust to, while a woman who wants to put an ad in the window runs into difficulties. Leaonard Plinth-Garnell presents his reviews of bad one-man theater. Richard Herkiman puts on a performance from his shower. Beldar Conehead has an affair with a human woman, but soon after Prymaat catches him, her own affair with a human man is revealed. Eddie Money performs "Baby Hold On" and "Two Tickets to Paradise"

Season 3, Episode 15: Christopher Lee/Meat Loaf

Original Air Date—25 March 1978
The host for the episode is Christopher Lee, and the musical guest is Meatloaf. The skits for this episode are as follows: After Christopher Lee's monologue, a series of movie trailers promote some upcoming films. Baba Wawa makes an appearance in a production of My Fair Lady. Death comes to apologize to a little girl for taking away her dog, and the pair get into a long conversation over why he has to do what he does. Dell Stator invites customers to visit his Rabbit Hut. Mr. Bill goes to the circus, where he suffers all manner of abuse. Meatloaf performs "All Revved Up & No Place To Go" and "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad".

Season 3, Episode 16: Michael Palin/Eugene Record

Original Air Date—8 April 1978
The host for the episode is Michael Palin, and the musical guest is Eugene Record. The skits for this episode are as follows: For his opening monologue, Michael Palin comes out as a manager trying to stall for time while the real Michael is getting ready, and proceeds to put on a song and dance that has him stuffing cats down his pants. John Belushi pitches Little Chocolate Donuts. H&L Brock demonstrate just how far they'll go to save money on taxes. Lisa Loopner chases Todd out of the room so she can take her piano lesson in peace, but her teacher then attempts to kiss her. Mr Bill tries to pay his taxes, but ends up getting mangled and beaten again. Eugene Record performs "Have You Seen Her?" and "Trying to Get to You".

Season 3, Episode 17: Michael Sarrazin/Keith Jarrett, Gravity

Original Air Date—15 April 1978
The host for the episode is Michael Sarrazin, and the musical guests are Keith Jarrett and Gravity. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter delivers a special message for the viewers at home. After Michael Sarrazin's opening monologue, a re-run ad pitches Angora Bouquet, a skin soap that contains tranquilizers. E Buzz Miller presents a series of exercise tips with his assistant, but each suggestion is another opportunity for him to make lewd comments. Gilda Radner appears in a European-style art film about a beloved actress trying to run away from the hectic life of fame. Keith Jarrett performs two instrumental pieces.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 18 -- Steve Martin's classic homage to the Egyptian boy king.
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Season 3, Episode 18: Steve Martin/The Blues Brothers

Original Air Date—22 April 1978
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his fifth appearance), and the musical guest is The Blues Brothers (their second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Concert promoter Don Kirschner presents footage of an old club performance by The Blues Brothers. For his opening monologue, Steve Martin talks about the inspiration for his comedy ideas, then does a magic act that ends with him tackling and beating a member of the audience. The Festrunk brothers prepare their apartment for the two girls they believe are on the way, but their neighbor Cliff tells them they've been stood up. Medieval doctor Theodoric of York treats a series of patients by draining their blood. A man and woman catch each other's notice in a crowded club, and dance together romantically as the rest of the club freezes in place around them. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Dan Aykroyd debate abortion, Jane reports on Carter's energy policy and a new nasal contraceptive, and Dan berates Garrett Morris for short-changing him on the weed he bought. Steve performs a song about King Tut. The Nerds Todd and Lisa prepare their science fair projects. The Blues Brothers perform "I Don't Know".

Season 3, Episode 19: Richard Dreyfuss/Jimmy Buffett, Gary Tigerman

Original Air Date—13 May 1978
The host for the episode is Richard Dreyfuss, and the musical guests are Jimmy Buffett and Gary Tigerman. The skits for this episode are as follows: A presentation on Paraquat shows how the chemically treated marijuana makes its way into the U.S. Richard Dreyfuss performs Hamlet for his opening monologue after John Belushi taunts him over his Best Actor Oscar, but ends up in a fight with John instead. A man obsessed with a tower-like vision he had sees Beldar Conehead in a TV commercial and rushes to the Conehead household just as an emissary is arriving from Remulak. Dreyfuss tests viewers on their knowledge of sex. During the Weekend Update, Bill Murray heckles Richard Dreyfuss during his review of the Oscar winners, and Jane Curtain snaps at Roseanne Roseannadanna for getting sidetracked about rude bodily functions. Nick the lounge singer entertains couples at a honeymoon resort. David Susskind interviews celebrities together with their mothers. Father Guido Sarducci gives the report on things at the Vatican. Jimmy Buffett performs "Son of a Son of a Sailor", Gary Tigerman performs "White Oaxacan Moon", and Richard Dreyfuss performs "I Want to Be Seduced".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 3: Episode 20 -- What could be more romantic than nerds at prom?

Season 3, Episode 20: Buck Henry/Sun Ra

Original Air Date—20 May 1978
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his sixth appearance), and the musical guest is Sun Ra. The skits for this episode are as follows: Richard Nixon asks viewers to please buy his book so they can kick it as much as they'd like to kick him. Todd DiLaBounta takes Lisa Loopner to the prom, along with his father and Mrs. Loopner. The Samurai TV repairman attempts to fix a customer's television by slicing it with his sword. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Dan Aykroyd start their debate by first debating over who gets to represent which side. At the Olympia grill, Pete decides to get a guard dog, and promptly fires a very confused Nico to make room. Mr. Mike sings a song about baby ghouls. A stunt puppy fills in for the star dog when a movie scene calls for it to be beaten up. Leonard Plinth-Garnell reviews bad conceptual art. Tom Davis reveals that he and Al Franken are actually gay lovers. Sun Ra performs "Space Is The Place" and "Space-Lonliness".

Season 4


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 4: Episode 1 -- The nerds get a peek of the repairman's business end.

Season 4, Episode 1: The Rolling Stones

Original Air Date—7 October 1978
The hosts and musical guests for the episode are The Rolling Stones (their first appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: New York Mayor Ed Koch opens the show by awarding John Belushi a certificate of merit for his work in Animal House, but John is unimpressed by the gesture. An ad pitches Autoscent, a perfume to put in the engine of your car. Tom Snyder interviews Mick Jagger for the Tomorrow show and talks with him about dancing, barbecues and wearing women's clothing. A repairman with sagging pants comes to the Loopner's house to fix the refrigerator while Todd and Lisa are discussing their homework. President Carter attempts to negotiate a peace treaty between the Beatles. The Battle of the Network T's and A's puts large-breasted actresses in sports events. The Rolling Stones perform "Shattered", "Beast of Burden" and "Respectable".

Season 4, Episode 2: Fred Willard/Devo

Original Air Date—14 October 1978
The host for the episode is Fred Willard, and the musical guest is Devo. The skits for this episode are as follows: The opening act is interrupted by a honker in the audience. Aging stuntman Cliff Preston attempts to do his job but doesn't move as fast as he used to. During the Weekend Update, Dan Aykroyd rants about the NFL's new cheerleader uniforms, paying particular attention to the disgusting ways in which the outfits are designed to arouse male viewers. Mainway toys again attempts to defend the quality of its products. Mr. Bill visits New York only to get ripped apart by an escalator and dropped from the top of the Empire State Building. A new store, The Scotch Boutique, sells nothing but tape, and is having a hard time staying in business. Devo performs "Satisfaction" and "Jocko Homo".

Season 4, Episode 3: Frank Zappa

Original Air Date—21 October 1978
The host and musical guest for the episode is Frank Zappa (his second appearance, the first as host). The skits for this episode are as follows: NBC President Fred Silverman opens the show by announcing that all of their viewer research indicates that everyone wants to see more Frank Zappa, so the network is signing Zappa to an extended TV contract. Zappa performs "Dancing Fool" for his opening monologue and picks up a member of the audience to go home with. Connie Conehead has a date with Frank Zappa, so Beldar helps to entertain while Connie gets ready to go out. During the Weekend Update, Father Guido Sarducci reports on the latest developments from The Vatican. Mr. Bill moves into his new home, but is soon mangled by Sluggo and Mr. Hands. Frank Zappa performs "Meek" and "Rollo".

Season 4, Episode 4: Steve Martin/Van Morrison

Original Air Date—4 November 1978
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his sixth appearance), and the musical guest is Van Morrison. The skits for this episode are as follows: Desperate after his austerity measures have failed to halt inflation, President Carter attempts to encourage Americans to welcome inflation as a wonderful new opportunity to be a millionaire. Despite Elvis' death, his coat continues to perform the King's classic hits to packed audiences. Theodoric of York treats his patients with bleeding and other crude remedies. The Festrunk brothers continue trying to pick up swinging American girls. Todd DiLaMuca visits Lisa Loopner in the hospital, but a jealous fight breaks out when rival nerd Charles Knerlman shows up with Lisa's homework. Jane Curtain interviews the author of the book "Mauled", who talks of his experiences being savagely attacked by bears. Steve Martin apologizes to the audience when the final skit has to be cut short because of time restrictions. Van Morrison performs "Wavelength" and "Kingdom Hall".

Season 4, Episode 5: Buck Henry/The Grateful Dead

Original Air Date—11 November 1978
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his seventh appearance), and the musical guest is The Grateful Dead. The skits for this episode are as follows: Candidate Hunkler discusses his campaign strategy, particularly which pitfalls he needs to avoid. Buck Henry's opening monologue is replaced with previews for Star Wars. A spokesman for the Rovco Ranch invites customers to raise their own fur animals. The samurai optometrist fits a customer for a new pair of glasses. A couple leaves their two young girls with Uncle Roy, a pedophile who has the girls play various games for his amusement. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on the next census, Elton John's health and Seattle Slew's racing injury, Bill Murray interviews a choking Elizabeth Taylor, and Dan Aykroyd debates the necessity of keeping the Shah in power. Nick the lounge singer performs for tourists at a bar in Vegas. Joan Face interviews Dr. Ike Badenza about the new Australian flu that's heading our way. Chico Escuela appears at the St. Mickey's Knights of Columbus. The Grateful Dead perform "Casey Jones", "I Need A Miracle" and "Good Lovin'".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 4: Episode 6 -- Smoking is bad for you and other assorted ramblings.

Season 4, Episode 6: Carrie Fisher/The Blues Brothers

Original Air Date—18 November 1978
The host for the episode is Carrie Fisher, and the musical guest is The Blues Brothers (there third appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: During her opening monologue, Carrie Fisher is instructed by Obi-Wan to tell a joke about aliens that completely bombs. Princess Leia arrives on Earth and joins a beach party with Frankie and Annette. Two boys show up for their dates with the Loud family sisters, only to be taken aback at how loud everyone speaks. Two orderlies take it upon themselves to release a dying patient from her misery, but get the wrong bed by mistake. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on an archaeological find in Egypt, McDonald's hamburgers and Sambo's restaurants, Bill Murray reports on Neil Armstrong, Vietnamese refugees and the death of Jimmy Hoffa, Father Guido Sarducci answers allegations that the Vatican Bank is becoming a tax haven, and Roseanne Roseannadanna rants about smoking and naked people in health clubs. Mr. Bill goes fishing with Mr. Hands but ends up getting speared with hooks and eaten by a dolphin. At a waterfront dive in Marseilles, while the other bar girls try to get the sailors to buy expensive drinks, one gets them to sign up for insurance policies. The Blues Brothers perform "Soul Man", "Got Everything I Need, Almost" and "B Movie Boxcar Blues".

Season 4, Episode 7: Walter Matthau

Original Air Date—2 December 1978
The host for the episode is Walter Matthau, but there was no musical guest. The skits for this episode are as follows: NBC President Fred Silverman wonders aloud about what needs to be done to pick up the network's failing ratings. An ad for Epoxy-Dent claims the denture adhesive is strong enough to let you hold onto a helicopter with your teeth. The coach of the Bad News Bees gives his team some advice on life after one of them is caught buzzing off. At the Olympia grill, a Coca-Cola sales rep tries to get the place to switch from Pepsi, while several customers are grossed out by the cook's insect-killing technique. Nixon gets together with one of his old conspirators to talk about staging a comeback. Connie Carson interviews new teen idol Vanessa Lake. Garrett Morris sings "Della Sua Pace". Spot gets set on fire while Mr. Bill is still trying to get ready for his show.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 4: Episode 8 -- You'll need a knife... a very, very, very sharp knife.

Season 4, Episode 8: Eric Idle/Kate Bush

Original Air Date—9 December 1978
The host for the episode is Eric Idle (his third appearance), and the musical guest is Kate Bush. The skits for this episode are as follows: The telepsychic takes questions from callers about the future, giving each one the same answer. Julia Child demonstrates how to prepare a roast chicken and proceeds to slice her hand open and bleed to death in the studio. A game show host explains the convoluted rules of the show using sound effects. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on serial killers, Christmas shopping and the Nobel Peace Prize, Bill Murray interviews Valerie Harper who claims her show was canceled because of anti-Semitism, after which Jane proposes a grass-roots movement to build support for ERA by withholding oral sex. Father Guido Sarducci relates his experiences at a nude wrestling club. A studio manager is waiting for a drugged-out punk rocker to show up for a recording while her handlers try to keep everyone patient and high. Joan Face interviews Irwin Mainway regarding the shoddy and dangerous products his company makes. Apache chief Cochise attends a rhetoric class at Oxford where he gets frustrated with the inanity of the professor's lecture. Kate Bush performs "The Man With The Child In His Eyes" and "Them Heavy People".

Season 4, Episode 9: Elliott Gould/Peter Tosh

Original Air Date—16 December 1978
The host for the episode is Eliott Gould (his fourth appearance), and the musical guest is Peter Tosh. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter appears with his daughter Amy for an event on the White House lawn. Rovco presents their new all-flammable Christmas tree. The Widette family, who all have enormous backsides, prepare for dinner at home. During the Weekend Update, the reports include Beethoven's birthday, human rights abuses in Iran, and Cleveland's default, while Laraine Newman interviews the owner of Studio 54, Jane Curtain and Dan Aykroyd debate relations with China, and Roseanne Roseannadanna gives advice about beating depression during the holidays that ends up making Jane sick. An interviewer talks with a down-on-his-luck man who came to New York from Tacoma to help make his holiday better. Honker starts selling Christmas trees when the owner o the lot steps out for a minute. Peter Tosh performs "Don't Look Back" (with Mick Jagger) and "Bush Doctor".

Season 4, Episode 10: Michael Palin/The Doobie Brothers

Original Air Date—27 January 1979
The host for the episode is Michael Palin (his second appearance), and the musical guest is The Doobie Brothers. The skits for this episode are as follows: President Carter delivers his State of the Union address despite his painful hemorrhoids, but the speech is peppered with references to the affliction. Lisa Loopner has another piano lesson with her lecherous teacher, Mr. Brighton. A discussion panel looks at the topic of what would have happened if Superman had landed in Nazi Germany instead of the United States. During the Weekend Update, Chico Escuela gives the sports news, while Father Guido Sarducci gives the latest report on events in the Catholic Church. Mr. Bill gets called in to court, where he is pounded with a gavel, sees his mother and dog torn apart, and ends up strapped to the electric chair. The Doobie Brothers perform "What a Fool Believes" and "Taking It to the Streets".

Season 4, Episode 11: Cicely Tyson/Talking Heads

Original Air Date—10 February 1979
The host for the episode is Cicely Tyson, and the musical guest is The Talking Heads. The skits for this episode are as follows: Jane and Gilda run in panic when John comes on the set, thinking he's going to throw a tantrum after learning that his Deng Xiaoping act has been cut. Before Cicely Tyson can give her opening monologue, Garrett Morris comes out dressed as her because he think he's supposed to play all black roles, leading Cicely to berate him for throwing his talent away on degrading parts. Elvis Presley's coat continues to perform to sell-out crowds after its owner's death. The Widettes meet up with another family with similarly large backsides. Receptionist Sherry is now working for the Shah, where she keeps all his visitors waiting. The frontier midwife delivers a baby in front of a room full of men. Nick the lounge singer performs on an auto-train bound for Florida. Garrett invites Cicely to talk about the lack of positive perceptions regarding black characters and black actors, and Cicely blindsides him by blaming it on the poor behavior of black men. The X-police burst in on a pair of women they think are lesbians and proceed to beat them up. Cicely performs a selection of songs about Sicily. Emily Litella acts as host for her production of "Porky & Bess". The Talking Heads perform "Take Me to the River" and "Artists Only".

Season 4, Episode 12: Ricky Nelson/Judy Collins

Original Air Date—17 February 1979
The host for the episode is Rick Nelson, and the musical guest is Judy Collins. The skits for this episode are as follows: Radio DJ Dick Lanky takes a variety of phone calls from listeners and tries to find out if astronaut Frank Borman flies for Eastern Airlines. In an episode of The Twilight Zone, Ricky Nelson keeps finding himself in the worlds of Leave it to Beaver, My Three Sons and other 60's family shows. Ricky Nelson joins Dolly Parton and Bob Marley for a benefit concert to raise money for yeast infection research, but punk rocker Candy Slice shows up drunkenly incoherent. During the Weekend Update, Chico Escuela gives the sports report. An art segment takes a look at the years Picasso spent in New York. Judy Collins performs "Hard Times for Lovers" and Ricky Nelson performs "Hello Mary Lou", "Travelin' Man", "Fools Rush In" and "Dream Lover".

Season 4, Episode 13: Kate Jackson/Delbert McClinton

Original Air Date—24 February 1979
The host for the episode is Kate Jackson, and the musical guest is Delbert McClinton. The skits for this episode are as follows: Network president Fred Silverman appears on Charlie's Angels where he reveals that he's a covert operative for ABC who has been deliberately sabotaging the network with terrible programming decisions, and then shares his plans with the angels for further damaging NBC's remaining popular shows. During Kate Jackson's monologue, she mentions that she used to be an NBC studio tour guide, and is then interrupted by a tour group passing through the studio. Lisa Loopner is upset to discover that Todd DiLaMuca has a crush on her mother's nurse. Fred Silverman reveals his new programming line-up, which includes giving more prime-time slots to McLean Stevenson and Tom Snyder, and having Rip Taylor anchor the evening news. During the Weekend Update, Roseanne Roseannadanna reports on the new King Tut exhibit, and Father Guido Sarducci talks about a UFO sighting. Andy Kaufman yodels while playing the bongos. When Kate tells Fred Silverman how dedicated and idealistic the rest of the SNL cast is, and how their principles are inspiring her to do more than just lowest-common-denominator television, Fred slaps her to bring her back to reality. Leonard Plinth-Garnell reviews bad cabaret for children. Mr. Bill takes up exercise, but gets pounded by his trainer, Sluggo. The Coneheads go to the movies, but Beldar freaks out after another moviegoer passes him a joint. Delbert McClinton performs "B Movie Box Car Blues" and "Talkin' About You".

Season 4, Episode 14: Gary Busey/Eubie Blake and Gregory Hines

Original Air Date—10 March 1979
The host for the episode is Gary Busey, and the musical guests are Eubie Blake and Gregory Hines. The skits for this episode are as follows: When John Belushi is peeved that Gary Busey has been nominated for an Oscar, Gary tries to make amends. During his opening monologue, Gary performs a percussion solo, using his body as the drum kit. President Carter reluctantly agrees to his mother's request to take Billy along to the Middle East, where the first brother still manages to cause a mess. A group of guys in leisure suits discuss their solutions to various women's issues. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on the Mid-East peace talks, the Voyager spacecraft, and seal hunting in Canada, while Bill Murray tries with little success to interview the widow of Mr. Ed. Honker dreams of someday getting the chance to perform Shakespeare. Gary Busey performs "Stay All Night" with Rich Danko and Paul Butterfield, and Eubie Blake performs "Low Down Blues", "I'm Just Simply Full of Jazz" and "I'm Just Wild About Harry" together with Gregory Hines.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 4: Episode 15 -- Jane, you ignorant slut.
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Season 4, Episode 15: Margot Kidder/The Chieftains

Original Air Date—17 March 1979
The host for the episode is Margot Kidder, and the musical guest is The Chieftans. The skits for this episode are as follows: DJ Dick Lankey broadcasts from Doyle's Tavern for St. Patrick's Day, where Mayor Daley's ghost is supposed to reappear. Margot Kidder's opening monologue is interrupted by technical difficulties when the entire camera crew gets completely drunk. An ad for the navy shows sailors scrubbing floors, working in the mess hall and sitting around watching TV. A female bank executive on a business trip finds that her company has arranged for a male prostitute to spend the night with her. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on Richard Nixon's grandson and a monkey shortage in medical research, Bill Murray wishes a happy hundredth birthday to Albert Einstein, Father Guido Sarducci vents about favoritism regarding American and Irish saints, and Jane and Dan debate Lee Marvin's palimony case. Superman and Lois Lane, now married, are having a party, but when Superman changes into Clark Kent, Lois confesses to him that she's been unfaithful. Al Franken complains that his face and name are being used to sell FrankenBerry cereal, and then tries to drum up sympathy for a sick homeless man. A group of women discuss the problems with men. Mr. Bill tries to hide when Mr. Hands comes to take him bowling, but he ends up getting crushed under a bowling ball. The Chieftans perform "If I Had Maggie in the Woods" and "Morning Dew".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 4: Episode 16 -- Anything can happen when the nerds are alone.

Season 4, Episode 16: Richard Benjamin/Rickie Lee Jones

Original Air Date—7 April 1979
The host for the episode is Richard Benjamin, and the musical guest is Rickie Lee Jones. The skits for this episode are as follows: At Two Mile Island Nuclear Power plant, a worker accidentally spills a soft drink on the control panel, causing a massive leak of radiation. When President Carter goes to investigate the situation, he insists that his background in nuclear engineering qualifies him to enter the reactor chamber, exposing him to a dose of radiation that causes him to grow to nearly one hundred feet tall. Todd DiLaMuca borrows his older brother's apartment in the hopes of putting the moves on Lisa Loopner. Other skits include a scene at a Scottish restaurant and a 'Bird for All Seasons', as well as a re-run of the Little Chocolate Donuts advertisement. Rickie Lee Jones performs "Chuck E's in Love" and "Coolsville".

Season 4, Episode 17: Milton Berle/Ornette Coleman

Original Air Date—14 April 1979
The host for the episode is Milton Berle, and the musical guest is Ornette Coleman. The skits for this episode are as follows: The men of the cast open by performing the intro from Milton Berle's old Texaco Star Theater program. Music host Don Kirshner presents the Village Persons, who perform their new disco song "Bend Over, Chuck Berry". Joan Face interviews Irving Mainway, who attempts to defend the attractions at his new theme park, including getting stuffed in a burlap sack and thrown in a lake, riding a shopping cart down into a gravel pit, and playing in a lot full of abandoned refrigerators. Other skits include Milton Berle's Japanese writers, Buddy Pine's Launching Pad, and the Widette family. Milton Berle performs "Times Square" and Ornette Coleman performs "September Song".

Season 4, Episode 18: Michael Palin/James Taylor

Original Air Date—12 May 1979
The host for the episode is Michael Palin (his third appearance), and the musical guest is James Taylor (his second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Fred Silverman defends the programming decisions he's made over the past year and announces that he's picking Gary Coleman to be his new Executive Vice President. In the further adventures of Miles Cowperthwaite, Miles enters the service of Captain Ned and sets sail aboard the Raging Queen. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on President Carter's gasoline rationing plan and the loss of Skylab, then gets snapped at by an angry Margaret Thatcher, Bill Murray reports on Chico Escuela's failed attempt at a return to Major League Baseball, and Father Guido Sarducci discusses an unexplained object in the sky as well as his plans to start a Shrine-mobile service. President Carter presents the Boulevard of Proud Chicano Cars. Tom Snyder talks about his mother on the Tomorrow Show. Mr. Bill attempts to run away, but Mr. Hands finds him and soon crushes Mr. Bill and Spot in his car. James Taylor performs "Johnnie Comes Back", "Up On The Roof" and "Millworker".

Season 4, Episode 19: Maureen Stapleton/Linda Ronstadt/Phoebe Snow

Original Air Date—19 May 1979
The host for the episode is Maureen Stapleton, and the musical guests are Linda Rondstadt and Phoebe Snow (her third appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Ray the telepsychic answers questions from callers to his cable TV show and gives advice on home repairs, marital infidelity and lost relatives. An ad for the navy presents some of the less glamorous jobs it entails. Idi Amin shows up as someone's house guest. A Roach brothel attracts insects even better than a roach motel. Nick the lounge singer performs at the TransEastern. Dolly Parton speaks to a group of Veterans of Foreign Hairdos. Mr. Bill and Spot get beaten and abused by Mr. Hands and Sluggo. Linda Rondtadt and Phoebe Snow perform "It's In His Kiss" and "The Married Men" together.

Season 4, Episode 20: Buck Henry/Bette Midler

Original Air Date—26 May 1979
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his eighth appearance), and the musical guest is Bette Midler. The skits for this episode are as follows: Mr. Bill goes to Rockefeller Center to see SNL, and almost gets to say the opening announcement. When Jane Curtain throws a tantrum in the control room because she's been passed over yet again to announce the show, John Belushi offers his support, but then steals the line out from under her. For his opening monologue, Buck Henry introduces some members of the audience who are taking part in an experiment to judge the quality of the show: as they gain or lose interest, the screen will shrink or grow in size. As Buck tries to engage the audience in intelligent matters, the picture soon begins to disappear, so he quickly switches to talking about sex. An entrepreneur combines three fun activities with his roller disco fishing park. The samurai baker provides a frantic man with a last-minute wedding cake. After watching the film Blind Ambition, Nixon tries to explain to his family that everything on the tapes was taken out of context because he and his staff were just joking around. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Bill Murray report on the aftermath of the Three Mile Island accident, NBC's new logo design, and the recent Canadian elections, Garrett Morris comments on the racial overtones of a recent Rolling Stones song, and Roseanne Roseannadanna starts talking about the gas shortage but wanders into a story about Jane's behavior at the beach. Uncle Roy shows up to babysit and convinces the girls to tie him up and stuff their socks in his mouth. The Olympia diner has burned down, but the owner is hoping to make a profit from the insurance payment. Joan Face interviews a pair of transsexuals who donated the necessary parts to each other. For the closing, Michael O'Donoghue does an impersonation of Elvis with needles through his eyes. Bette Midler performs "Married Men" and "Martha".

Season 5


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 5: Episode 1 -- Get ready to rise with Steve Martin and this new hygiene product.

Season 5, Episode 1: Steve Martin/Blondie

Original Air Date—13 October 1979
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his seventh appearance), and the musical guest is Blondie. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Pope makes an appearance at the Monsterdome, where his security staff has to keep the religious hangers-on from crashing the event. For his opening monologue, Steve Martin talks about his new fashion job, then gets angry at the band when they start an unexpected song. An ad pitches the benefits of Craig's Travelers Checks. A Roman Centurion faces a tribe of vandals who egg the soldiers, TP the camp, and have pizzas delivered to the general's tent. Steve pitches a product that allows him to hover over dirty toilet seats. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Bill Murray report on the Republican nominees for the 1980 election, a recall of General Motors cars, Fidel Castro's visit to America, and Mayor Koch's plan to publicizes prostitutes and johns, while Father Guido Sarducci talks about the excitement surrounding the Pope's visit to America. Don Kirshner presents another great moment in rock history: Carol King performing "You've Got a Friend" while her friend is being mugged outside her apartment. Mr. Bill tries to do a show without Mr. Hands, but his ex-partner crashes the show anyway. Two tourists stare in amazement at the audience, wondering 'what is that thing?' Blondie performs "Dreaming" and "The Hardest Part".

Season 5, Episode 2: Eric Idle/Bob Dylan

Original Air Date—20 October 1979
The host for the episode is Eric Idle (his fourth appearance), and the musical guest is Bob Dylan. The skits for this episode are as follows: A doctor and Lorne Michaels argue over whether Eric Idle is too sick or not to do the show, while Buck Henry keeps pleading to be allowed to host again. For his opening monologue, Eric performs a series of impersonations from a hospital stretcher. Art dealer Tom Clay pitches motel room art as the masterpieces of tomorrow. A customer at a shop just wants to buy some shoes but the clerk keeps complicating matters. Prince Charles talks about how to pick up girls. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain and Bill Murray report on rumors of Premier Brezhnev's death, an election for US President held in London, and some unpopular comments by Princess Margaret about the Irish, while Roseanne Roseannadanna comments on high mortgage rates but ends up talking about bathroom habits at French restaurants. Andy Kaufman challenges women in the audience to a wrestling match. Joan Face hosts Heavy Sarcasm, where her guests are author Nigel Quist and actor Greg Malone. Psychic Dorothy Haagen hosts at advice show where people can tell their problems to Elvis. Bob Dylan performs "Gotta Serve Somebody", "I Believe in You" and "When You Gonna Wake Up".

Season 5, Episode 3: Bill Russell/Chicago

Original Air Date—3 November 1979
The host for the episode is Bill Russell, and the musical guest is Chicago. The skits for this episode are as follows: Ted Kennedy makes an announcement regarding his candidacy for President. Nick the lounge singer performs at the Borealis. Mr. Bill tries to avoid getting hurt by staying at home, but Mr. Hands finds him anyway. Joe Garagiola does an ad for Chrysler cars. Other skits include The Landers Files, The Black Shadow, Obscure Sports Questions and Barry White's Big & Tall. Chicago performs "I'm A Man" and "Street Player".

Season 5, Episode 4: Buck Henry/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—10 November 1979
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his ninth appearance), and the musical guest is Tom Petty. The skits for this episode are as follows: The cast members start grumbling over Buck Henry hosting the show yet again. During his opening monologue, Buck is oblivious to the hostility from the audience over his hosting again. In a parody ad, a women tries in vain to get a guy to come to her apartment for a drink, and finally settles on Honker. Todd DiLaMuca and Lisa Loopner try to fix up their single parents on a date together. During the Weekend Update, Father Guido Sarducci gives the latest news from the Catholic Church. Two young kids share tips on how to get their grandparents to give them money. A couple on their way to the hospital use Speci-Paks to save necessary severed body parts. A father who can only use the toilet in his home drives recklessly to get back to the house. Tom Petty performs "Refugee" and "Don't Do Me Like That".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 5: Episode 5 -- Four grown-ups are relegated to the kids table.

Season 5, Episode 5: Bea Arthur/The Roches

Original Air Date—17 November 1979
The host for the episode is Bea Arthur, and the musical guest is The Roches. The skits for this episode are as follows: After giving a speech, Ronald Regan has all his makeup removed as he gets ready for a long series of naps in between each of his press appearances for the day. An ad pitches Spud Beer, a beer made from potatoes for people who have lost their sense of taste following electroshock therapy. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on the retirement of AFL-CIO leader George Meany, as well as investigations into embezzlement by the boss of the longshoremen's union, while Dr. Franken conducts experiments that mainly involve tearing apart cockroaches. Tom Clay of SaveCo offers viewers great deals on products that had to be rejected from stores for failing government safety inspections. Mr. Bill attempts to build a house for himself and Spot, but Mr. Hands and Sluggo smash him to pieces. Other skits include A Soviet takeover, Aunt Judy's basement, First He Cries, Woman to Woman, a rock opera preview, and Los Beatolos Cubanos. The Roches perform "Bobby's Song" and "Hallelujah Chorus".

Season 5, Episode 6: Howard Hesseman/Randy Newman

Original Air Date—8 December 1979
The host for the episode is Howard Hesseman, and the musical guest is Randy Newman (his third appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: An Arabic family moves to a wealthy neighborhood in southern California to become the Bel Arabs. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on Ted Kennedy's relationship with his wife, the worsening oil crisis, Steve McQueen's high salary demands and the deadly riot at a Who concert, Chico Escuela reports on the sports news while bemoaning his recent accusation of having impregnated a teenage girl, and Al Franken lauds the end of the Me Decade, hoping the 80's will become the 'Al Franken' decade. Other skits include great moments in rock and roll, personal growth, DJ Steve Marvin, the Nuclear Family, and Holiday Inn horror. Randy Newman performs "It's Money That I Love", "Pants" and "The Story of a Rock & Roll Band".

Season 5, Episode 7: Martin Sheen/David Bowie

Original Air Date—15 December 1979
The host for the episode is Martin Sheen, and the musical guest is David Bowie. The skits for this episode are as follows: A little girl keeps finding increasingly scary things hiding in her bedroom, but her parents explain away each one of them and yell for her to go to sleep. Advertisements pitch Le Shoe shoes, Martin Sheen hairspray, Foreveready batteries and the Minolta AM-3 camera. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on the Reagan election campaign, Canadian PM Joe Clark's political troubles, the health risks of late-pregnancy sex, and an investigation into price-gouging by the oil companies, Bill Murray reviews new movie releases, panning films made by recent SNL alumni. Other skits include striking teachers, first love, criminals, and a revision of Freudian theory. David Bowie performs "The Man Who Sold the World", "TVC-15" and "Boys Keep Swinging".

Season 5, Episode 8: Ted Knight/Desmond Child & Rouge

Original Air Date—22 December 1979
The host for the episode is Ted Knight, and the musical guest is Desmond Child & Rouge. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Shah of Iran opens the show with a Christmas greeting for everyone. A secretary goes before the company grievance board to complain about the blatant sexual harassment her boss has been subjecting her to. New York policeman Bob Kopp offers some Christmas advice for everyone to watch their belongings, keep an eye on their wallets, get out of the way and mind their own business if they know what's good for them. A man almost throws his life away on a coffee addiction, but gets help by checking into rehab at Maxwell House. Lisa Loopner and Todd DiLaMuca take part in their school Christmas pageant. Andy Kaufman tries his hand at wrestling women again. Desmond Child & Rouge perform "Tumble In The Night" and "Goodbye Baby".

Season 5, Episode 9: Teri Garr/The B-52s

Original Air Date—26 January 1980
The host for the episode is Teri Garr, and the musical guest is The B-52's. The skits for this episode are as follows: Father Guido Sarducci attempts to get an interview with Paul McCartney following his arrest in Japan for marijuana possession, but is unsuccessful. A group of débutantes in prison try to adjust to the restricted social life behind bars, hoping that George Bush will be elected and pardon them. During the Iowa primaries, the candidates try to win the favor of Iowa voters by showing up at their houses and doing chores for them. During the Weekend Update, Al Franken repeats his hope that the 80's will be the Franken Decade, and unveils the Franken decade medallion. Lady Plinth-Garnell reviews bad theater. Mr. Hands the psychiatrist tries to help Mr. Bill by having him re-live some of his past traumas. The B-52's perform "Rock Lobster" and "Dance This Mess Around".

Season 5, Episode 10: Chevy Chase/Marianne Faithfull

Original Air Date—9 February 1980
The host for the episode is Chevy Chase (his second appearance as host), and the musical guest is Marianne Fathfull. The skits for this episode are as follows: Henry Kissenger visits with former president Ford and reminisces on old times together. An ad invites diners to come to Pre-chewed Charlie's restaurant, where the food is easier to eat because all the hard chewing work has already been done for you. Other skits include the Bel Arabs, You Can't Win, Speaking of Fashion with Mr. Blackwell, the life of Hollywood's forgotten director Linden Palmer, and a segment about Honduras. Marianne Faithfull performs "Broken English", and "Guilt", and Chevy Chase performs "Sixteen Tons" with Tom Scott & The Saturday Night Live Band.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 5: Episode 11 -- A classic commercial parody with Gilda Radner.

Season 5, Episode 11: Elliot Gould/Gary Numan

Original Air Date—16 February 1980
The host for the episode is Elliott Gould (his fifth appearance), and the musical guest is Gary Numan. The skits for this episode are as follows: Father Guido Sarducci waits for former president Nixon to show up for an interview, but he never does. An ad for Jewess jeans pitches designer jeans made especially for Jewish women. During the presidential debates, one of the candidates sends a substitute in his place. While recording ads for Gallo wine, Orson Welles keeps flubbing his closing line. Other skits include The Incredible Man, Kramer vs Godzilla, Basketball Convict, Subway Genie, and All Time Radio. Gary Numan performs "Cars" and "Praying To The Aliens".

Season 5, Episode 12: Kirk Douglas/Sam and Dave

Original Air Date—23 February 1980
The host for the episode is Kirk Douglas, and the musical guest is Sam & Dave. The skits for this episode are as follows: Gilda Radner brings her mother backstage to meet Kirk Douglas, but they are shocked to discover he's only four feet tall. For his opening monologue, Kirk reminisces about performing on stage in New York, then talks about his grandchildren and introduces his young god-daughter. A panel discusses the possibilities of Spartacus' personal life. A team of dentists is shrunken down to microscopic size to do hands-on work on Anwar Sadat's teeth. During the Weekend Update, an ad for Ronald Reagan's campaign showcases the actor's sense of humor, while Al Franken insists on reinstating the draft so he won't have to serve. Nick the lounge singer gives a drunken performance at a bar mitzvah. Tom Snyder invites the brothers of the presidential candidates for a group interview. Kirk does impersonations of Kirk Douglas impersonators. A lavatory attendant asks Kirk for an autograph while he's using the facilities. Sam & Dave perform "You Don't Know Like I Know" and "Mask of Fear".

Season 5, Episode 13: Rodney Dangerfield/The J. Geils Band

Original Air Date—8 March 1980
The host for the episode is Rodney Dangerfield, and the musical guest is The J. Geils Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: Rodney Dangerfield tries to get ready for the show but finds that Father Guido Sarducci is using his dressing room to sleep in. During his opening monologue, Rodney discusses the lack of respect he gets in his sex life and his childhood. At a sperm bank, all the customers want their children fathered by Rodney, but the donor is having a hard time keeping up with demand. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on President Carter's foreign policy gaffes and the FDA's ruling on artificial sweeteners, Bill Murray reports on a suppressed 60 Minutes report and Muhammad Ali's latest bout, then scolds Jerry Mathers for spreading rumors that he died in Vietnam. A substitute judge takes over a courtroom for a day, but finds that everyone is more interested in tricking him into letting them goof off. The J. Geils Band performs "Love Stinks" and "Sanctuary".

Season 5, Episode 14: Paul Simon, James Taylor & David Sanborn

Original Air Date—15 March 1980
There is no host for the episode, but the musical guests are Paul Simon (his fourth appearance, second as musical guest), James Taylor (his third appearance) and David Sanborn. The skits for this episode are as follows: For the hundredth episode, Garrett Morris holds a séance backstage to contact the spirits of the departed, and instead finds John Belushi, who is annoyed at being called in to do such a bit part. Bill Murray sings about how much he loves living in New York. The Horizon Television advertises itself as the biggest TV ever, though the screen is still just 12 inches. Sean the Leprechaun keeps getting caught by treasure-seekers because he's as big as a regular person. Todd DiLaMuca attempts to run for class president, but a smear campaign by his rival derails his hopes. During the Weekend Update, Bill Murray reports on the Ayatollah's hat-buying habits, Jane Curtain reports a false story about Walter Cronkite in the hopes of getting a date with him, and Roseanna Roseannadanna starts talking about breastfeeding but gets sidetracked about Bo Derek's nose hair. The Minstrels of Newcastle prepare for a performance but the drummer cant get the beat right. James Taylor & Paul Simon perform "Cathy's Clown", "Sunny Skies" and "Take Me to the Mardi Gras. David Sanborn performs "Anything You Want".

Season 5, Episode 15: Richard Benjamin, Paula Prentiss/The Grateful Dead

Original Air Date—5 April 1980
The hosts for the episode are Richard Benjamin (his second appearance) and Paula Prentiss, and the musical guest is The Grateful Dead (their second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: News Anchor Frank Reynolds reports that President Carter is now a hostage in the White House. Paula Prentiss begins her opening monologue, only to be confronted by Richard Benjamin, who is upset that his monologue was cut. A husband has an affair with another woman in a hotel room, but becomes overwhelmed with fear and guilt at the thought of his wife finding out. During the Weekend Update, Jane Curtain reports on the impending eruption of Mt. St. Helens and the results of the 1980 census, Bill Murray reports on Dan Rather going undercover in Afghanistan and George Bush reverting to his CIA training during a speech, and Al Franken explains how he cheats on his taxes. An assertiveness training instructor teaches her students how to stand up for themselves. A group of neighbors are joined together by their love of Joey Bishop. The Grateful Dead perform "Alabama Getaway" and "Saint of Circumstances".

Season 5, Episode 16: Burt Reynolds/Anne Murray

Original Air Date—12 April 1980
The host for the episode is Burt Reynolds, and the musical guest is Anne Murray (her second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Despite setbacks before the show, Burt Reynolds remains in good spirits. Parents let Burt know that they're happy to have him sleep with their daughters. A swinger in ancient Rome picks up women purging themselves at a vomitorium. During the Weekend Update, Father Guido Sarducci reports on the dwindling number of giant pandas. Baba Wawa does an interview with Marlon Brando, but the actor is only interested in stuffing his face. Additional skits include Deliverance II, the Pepper Cult, a breach of beach party etiquette, and the Burt Book. Anne Murray performs "Lucky Me" and "Why Don't You Stick Around".

Season 5, Episode 17: Strother Martin/The Specials

Original Air Date—19 April 1980
The host for the episode is Strother Martin, and the musical guest is The Specials. The skits for this episode are as follows: Rosalyn Carter talks about sections of the 1980 census intended for illegal aliens, including questions about how they got into the US, where they would hide if the INS came to their homes, and how much they would be willing to do housework for. During his opening monologue, Strother Martin reveals that he was asked to host the show because Lorne Michaels mistook him for Tennessee Williams, and so far he's been keeping up the act. At Camp Beau Soleil, the campers are forced to learn French by the brutal camp counselor, Le Capitain, but a camper named Luke is determined to escape. Additional skits include a variety show will, the Conductor's Club, Any Town, and Food. The Specials perform "Gangsters" and "Too Much, Too Young".

Season 5, Episode 18: Bob Newhart/The Amazing Rhthym Aces/Bruce Cockburn

Original Air Date—10 May 1980
The host for the episode is Bob Newhart, and the musical guests are The Amazing Rhthym Aces and Bruce Cockburn. The skits for this episode are as follows: A civil war officer talking to his men before they go off to battle makes a number of promises that are unlikely to be kept. Mr. Bill gets sent to jail, where he gets beaten and torn apart by the other inmates and Mr. Hands. Additional skits include The Dating Zone with Iris de Flaminio, Rare Store Items, and The Proposal. The Amazing Rhythm Aces perform "Who Will the Next Fool Be" and "Third-Rate Romance" and Joe Cockburn performs "Wondering Where the Lions Are".

Season 5, Episode 19: Steve Martin/Paul & Linda McCartney/3-D

Original Air Date—17 May 1980
The host for the episode is Steve Martin (his eighth appearance), and the musical guests are 3-D and Paul & Linda McCartney. The skits for this episode are as follows: Father Guido Sarducci tries to get an interview with Paul McCartney in London following Paul's arrest in Japan, but he gets confused over the time difference and schedules the interview for the wrong time. For his opening monologue, Steve Martin talks about what he believes in. A group of prehistoric hominids discusses the day's hunt, but the leader gets angry when a strange one starts coming up with new ideas that challenge his authority. Father Guido Sarducci finally manages to wake up Paul and Linda McCartney, who agree do give an interview despite the fact that it's five in the morning and Sarducci only wants to talk about marijuana. An advertisement pitches Patty Caldwell's new album targeted at single women in their late 30's. 3-D performs "All Night Television".

Season 5, Episode 20: Buck Henry/Andrew Gold/Andrae Crouch & Voices of Unity

Original Air Date—24 May 1980
The host for the episode is Buck Henry (his tenth appearance), and the musical guests are Andrew Gold and Andrae Crouch & The Voices of Unity. The skits for this episode are as follows: During his opening monologue, Buck Henry announces that the Saturday Night Live cast will be leaving after this episode, and then introduces a team of second-rate hacks and imitators that will supposedly by taking over in the next season. A party of British nobles includes the Sandwiches, the Worcestershires, the Wilkinsons and Lord and Lady Douchebag. Uncle Roy returns to get his kicks while babysitting young Terri and Tracy. Nick the lounge singer gives a performance at the Lava Club. Additional skits include the Cow Minder's Daughter, The Week in Review and Mommy Beer. Andrew Gold performs "Kiss This One Goodbye" and Andrae Crouch & Voices of Unity perform "Can't Nobody Do Me Like Jesus".

Season 6


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 6: Episode 1 -- The secret to all successful athletes: Little Chocolate Donuts.

Season 6, Episode 1: Elliot Gould/Kid Creole & the Coconuts

Original Air Date—15 November 1980
The host for the episode is Elliott Gould (his sixth appearance), and the musical guest is Kid Creole & The Coconuts. The skits for this episode are as follows: Elliott Gould wakes up in bed with the rest of the cast, and tells them what it was like working with the old SNL team. For his opening monologue, Eliott starts showing some of his old underwear to the audience, and ends up trading lingerie with Denny Dillon. To help educate Americans in their cars, a new program puts works of classic literature on billboards along the highways. After President Carter loses the 1980 election, Rosalyn tells him that now he's free to do whatever he wants. A couple receives a singing billy-gram from the woman's disapproving parents. A topless spokeswoman for the American Cancer Association demonstrates how to self-examine for breast cancer. During the Weekend Update, Charles Rocket reports on Ronald Reagan's planned appointments to his cabinet and proposed budget measures, Gail Matthius tries to inform John Anderson that he lost the election, and Ron Grosscup explains his theory that Reagan actually died several months earlier and has been replaced with a stand-in. For the Rocket Report, Charles attempts to get an interview with John Lennon, but instead starts investigating the state of trash collection in the neighborhood. A sergeant explains some of the new training measures being adopted now that homosexuals are allowed in the military. A stockbroker in his forties awkwardly tries to have a date with a teen-age valley girl. As a complement to speed reading, a new education service offers viewers the chance to learn speed listening. Kid Creole and the Coconuts perform "Mister Softee".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 6: Episode 2 -- See how the cast is transformed into favorite SNL characters.
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Season 6, Episode 2: Malcolm McDowell/Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band

Original Air Date—22 November 1980
The host for the episode is Malcolm McDowell, and the musical guest is Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: mother nags at her son to sit up straight as he's strapped into the electric chair. A nature program searches through urban America for the elusive black republican. A spokesman for American tobacco growers explains that lung cancer is actually caused by the lungs themselves, and not by smoking. Two British nobles develop the sport of serf-riding. The Reagans decide to adopt Amy Carter as their own White House daughter. The American Milk Association invites Alex DeLarge to speak on behalf of their product. During the Weekend Update, Charles Rocket reports on the trial of the Gang of Four, the Reagans' first visit to the White House, the seizure of a cargo ship in Miami, and the failure of the movie Heaven's Gate, Charles interviews John Lennon and Yoko Ono, only to find that John has become obsessed with housekeeping, and Joe Piscopo re-enacts the Leonard-Duran fight with toy robots. A dominatrix delivers the leather weather report, using her shackled slave as the map. Two hunters are eager for the opening day of Commie hunting season. For the Rocket Report, Charles tries to interview passers-by on Fifth Avenue, but nobody is eager to talk with him and answer his awkward questions. A wine connoisseur recommends American wines that go well with American foods. Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band perform "Hot Head" and "Ashtray Heart".

Season 6, Episode 3: Ellen Burstyn/Aretha Franklin/Keith Sykes

Original Air Date—6 December 1980
The host for the episode is Ellen Burstyn, and the musical guests are Aretha Franklin and Keith Sykes. The skits for this episode are as follows: David Rockefeller comes on to announce that the United States will be going co-op. Ellen Burstyn takes a look back at the film roles she's done and announces she's going to start doing lighter roles. A spokesman for the Ed McMahon school of laughing offers to teach people how to laugh like Ed. Ellen gets interviewed by Pinkie and Leo Waxman. For the Rocket Report, Charles Rocket looks for sex on a New York ferry. Jersey Man Paulie Herman records a video for a dating service. During the Weekend Update, basketball player Raheem Abdul Muhammad shares his views on NBA quotas for white players, and Dr. Zuko explains that female orgasm is just a myth. A film highlights Pepe Gonzalez, the only bullfighter in New York. Valley girls Vickie and Debbie pay a visit to Planned Parenthood. Toni Tenille interviews Jean Harris, the murderer of Scarsdale Diet creator Dr. Tarnower. A Dr. Demento music video demonstrates the many uses for fish heads. Aretha Franklin performs "United Together" and Keith Sykes performs "B.I.G.T.I.M.E."

Season 6, Episode 4: Jamie Lee Curtis/James Brown/Ellen Shipley

Original Air Date—13 December 1980
The host for the episode is Jamie Lee Curtis, and the musical guests are James Brown and Ellen Shipley. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Mean Majority explain how things are going to change now that their man has won the presidency. For her opening monologue, Jamie Lee Curtis obliges the audience by screaming in terror. Over the course of the show, Brooke Shields gives three vacuous endorsements for Clovin Hind jeans. Jersey Guy Paulie Herman encounters a three-card monte dealer on the street. Two poetesses make their work famous by the only means available to them: committing suicide on live television. A public service announcement warns viewers of the dangers of playing poker while high on pot. Members of the Badgers Club get together to celebrate berating random people and insulting their waitress. An aspiring photographer plots to blow up the Statue of Liberty so he can take an award-winning photo. James Brown performs "Rapp Payback", plus a medley of his older hits, and Ellen Shipley performs "Fotogenic".

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Season 6, Episode 5: David Carradine/Cast of 'The Pirates of Penzance'

Original Air Date—20 December 1980
The host for the episode is David Carradine, and the musical guests are the cast from The Pirates of Penzance. The skits for this episode are as follows: Joe Piscopo tries out his voice to become the next SNL announcer, but Don Pardo quickly quashes his hopes. David Carradine wants to sing "I Wanna Be a Dancin' Man" for his opening monologue, but Charles Rocket steps in and stops him at the last moment. A gun shop invites customers to come by for their last-minute Christmas shopping. Caine, the traveling kung-fu master, gets some fashion advice from the owner of a menswear shop. Valley girls Vickie and Debbie go down to the mall to try and impress some boys. For the Rocket Report, Charles does a story about a derelict Santa wandering the streets of New York. Bob Dylan goes to visit Woody Guthrie in the hospital, where the two converse only in folk-song lyrics. An NBC executive stages a worldwide search for a virgin. David extols the virtues of Dopenhagen smokeless marijuana. Mr. Bill reflects on some of his more painful holiday memories. Caine teams up with Bruce Lee for a holiday special. Linda Rondstadt and the cast of Pirates of Penzance perform a medley of songs from the musical, as well as a medley of holiday songs.

Season 6, Episode 6: Ray Sharkey/Jack Bruce & Friends

Original Air Date—10 January 1981
The host for the episode is Ray Sharkey, and the musical guest is Jack Bruce & Friends. The skits for this episode are as follows: Jimmy the Weasel tells the truth and gets a bullet for his troubles. A special translator is called in when a WASP tries to express emotion. Valley girls Vickie and Debbie head down to a new wave club where they meet punk rocker Tommy Torture. A despondent Jimmy Carter drowns his sorrows at a bar as Reagan's inauguration looms closer. Dr. Gazzara, representing Citizens for a Better America, invites Ronald Reagan to give him a 'hum job'. During the Weekend Update, Eddie Murphy asks that the draft board pass him over in favor of Garrett Morris, since Garrett is now out of work. A horror movie features people being attacked by smile faces. A salesman approaches childless couples in the park and offers to sell them black market white babies. Eddie Murphy does a stand-up routine about insult contests popular in black neighborhoods. Jack Bruce & Friends perform "Dancing on Air" and "Living Without Ya".

Season 6, Episode 7: Karen Black/Cheap Trick/Stanley Clarke Trio

Original Air Date—17 January 1981
The host for the episode is Karen Black (her second appearance), and the musical guests are Cheap Trick and The Stanley Clarke Trio. The skits for this episode are as follows: During the Carters' last days in the White House, Rosalyn instructs Jimmy and Amy to take away everything they can carry. A music company pitches an album of classical works that inspired the hit songs of today. A foundation to help the tragically hip solicits donations. Game show host Phil Lively meets his new neighbors. President-elect Reagan decides to name Nancy as his Vice President after Frank Sinatra recommends her for the job. For the Rocket Report, Charles Rocket interviews a daredevil cab driver. A museum guard confesses to the Mona Lisa that he has to break off their relationship. During the Weekend Update, Mary Lou James present diet tips for the stupid, and Joe Piscopo tries to scalp a pair of tickets to the Super Bowl. Dan Rather leads an investigation into why there are no female reporters at CBS. A stroke victim attempts to communicate with his visitors at the hospital, but fails. Karen Black gets interviewed by Pinkie and Leo Waxman, but can't keep up with their constantly shifting topics. To let people know that 'guns don't kill people, people kill people', the National Handgun Association presents a demonstration of a criminal using a black man to mug people. Cheap Trick performs "Baby Loves to Rock" and "Can't Stop but I'm Gonna Try", and the Stanley Clarke Trio performs "Wild Dog".

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Season 6, Episode 8: Robert Hays/14 Karat Soul, Joe 'King' Carrasco & The Crowns

Original Air Date—24 January 1981
The host for the episode is Robert Hayes, and the musical guests are Joe 'King' Carrasco & The Crown and 14 Karat Soul. The skits for this episode are as follows: Ted Koppel announces that now that the hostages are safely back from Iran, NBC News will continue to harass their families as they count the former hostages' days out of captivity. For his opening monologue, Robert Hays notes that NBC will be using a new instant Neilsen Rating system to let everyone know how popular the show is, then is forced to start ad-libbing provocative topics to get the ratings back up. A Native American pitches the psychedelic pleasures of mushroom-based Dazola spread. Robert finds an inflatable prostitute in his hotel room, accompanied by her inflatable pimp. A sports reporter interviews video game champion Eddie Atari. NBC holds a telethon to help save the network. Three panelists discuss the upcoming Super Bowl, getting outrageously worked up over the game's importance. When the musician hired for a funeral can't make it, a ballpark organist fills in. For the Weekend Update, Charles Rocket reports on Jimmy Carter and Walter Mondale adjusting to life after politics, Tiffany Fleur presents the new fashions for engineers, Joe Piscopo uses a tabletop football game to preview the Super Bowl, and Eddie Murphy discusses how the recent Iranian crisis has affected his drug purchases. For the Rocket Report, Charles examines President Reagan's daily schedule. Eddie Murphy promises that he won't let stardom go to his head now that he's been hired as a full cast member. 14 Karat Soul performs "I Wish That We Were Married" and "This Time It's For Real" and Joe 'King' Carrasco & The Crown performs "Don't Bug Me Baby".

Season 6, Episode 9: Sally Kellerman/Jimmy Cliff

Original Air Date—7 February 1981
The host for the episode is Sally Kellerman, and the musical guest is Jimmy Cliff (his second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: For the Rocket Report, Charles Rocket goes to one of the parades being held to welcome home the Iran hostages. An Italian stand-up comedian performs in front of his family while a talent scout looks on. Contestants on a quiz show attempt to identify taboo subjects. A group of upper-class women one-up one another with social faux-pas stories. A new book of Iranian jokes let readers entertain their families and friends. During the Weekend Update, Eddie Murphy announces that since the Emancipation Proclamation was never actually signed, people should go out and claim their very own black person while they can. A mother and father explain the facts of life in extremely graphic detail to their son. A councilor at a fat camp cracks the whip over her charges, until a member of the audience stops the skit to complain about the unfair portrayal of fat people. Members of a student council in Iran debate what to do now that the hostages have gone home. A criminal trial is shown on TV in talk-show format. Jimmy Cliff performs "I Am the Living" and "Gone Clear", and Sally Kellerman performs "Starting Over Again".

Season 6, Episode 10: Deborah Harry/Funky 4 + 1 More

Original Air Date—14 February 1981
The host for the episode is Deborah Harry, and the musical guest is Funky 4+1 and More. The skits for this episode are as follows: Ronald Reagan invites Frank Sinatra to clear up the question of whether or not he's a hoodlum. For her opening monologue Deborah Harry introduces her parents in the audience, both of whom have the same hairstyle as her. A preview for a horror movie features leftovers that have been in the refrigerator too long. Game show host Phil Lively talks with a nurse from a retirement home about having his aging father live with with them. A man named Cooter has his life officially recognized as a Tennessee Williams one-act play. For the Rocket Report, Charles Rocket goes into Central Park to find out just how scary it really is. Jersey guy Paulie Herman goes to pick out a Valentine's Day card for his family and meets a New Jersey woman. During the Weekend Update, a spokesman for the Reagan administration announces that there are no poor people in America. Pinky and Leo Waxman go to Soho to visit their niece Susan in the hopes of setting her up with a boyfriend, oblivious to the fact that she's a lesbian. Valley girls Vickie and Debbie bump into Tina, a former classmate who dropped out of school. Deborah Harry performs "Love TKO" and "Come Back Jonee", and Funky 4 + 1 More performs "That's the Joint".

Season 6, Episode 11: Charlene Tilton/Todd Rundgren/Prince

Original Air Date—21 February 1981
The host for the episode is Charlene Tilton, and the musical guests are Todd Rundgren and Prince. The skits for this episode are as follows: Joe Piscopo covers a boxing match between Rocko Weineretto and Weindulah, both of whom are hand puppets. Joe gets dumped by Ann Risley, then becomes enraged when he finds out that she's been seeing Charles Rocket in secret. A record company spokesman pitches a new album of unlikely make-out music. Mr. Robinson introduces the folks in his neighborhood and receives a package from Mr. Speedy. For the Rocket Report, Charles takes host Charlene Tilton for a ride on the New York subways. A new production of Fiddler on the Roof features Stevie Wonder as Tevye. The Reagans make their daughter-in-law Doria sleep in the haunted Lincoln bedroom. Charlene vows to get even with Charles Rocket for two-timing her with Ann Risley, and Gilbert Gottfried vows to get even with Rocket for dating all the hosts and leaving him with nothing. Before a piano competition, to rival pianists break each other's fingers. Two women in prison discuss the industrial revolution. During a skit about two people washing a dog, an unseen assassin shoots Charles in the chest. During the good-nights, Charles makes an unfortunate statement about the shooting, and Don Pardo admits to pulling the trigger in revenge for Charles' sleeping with his wife. Todd Rundgren performs "Healer" and "Time Heals" and Prince performs "Party Up".

Season 6, Episode 12: Bill Murray/Delbert McClinton

Original Air Date—7 March 1981
The host for the episode is Bill Murray, and the musical guest is Delbert McClinton (his second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Before the show, the entire cast goes to Bill Murray's dressing room to share their anxieties. He gives them a pep talk about how ratings aren't all that important. During his opening monologue, Bill grabs a woman from the audience and has to be restrained by Eddie Murphy. Jersey Guy Paulie Herman praises the chemical industry. Walter Cronkite tries sensory deprivation and goes on a psychedelic trip. A scientist shows off his photos of DNA molecules. Lounge singer Nick performs for Mardi Gras party-goers on a Mississippi riverboat. A sports reporter suggests the use of softer sticks to tone down hockey violence. Bill makes his Oscar picks, all of which happen to be for films starring the original cast. A man with unusual tastes goes into a flower shop. A couple go to a house party but are put at a loss when they can't remember the name of their host's cat. During the good-nights, Bill apologizes to his former cast-mates. Delbert McClinton and Bonnie Bramlett perform "Givin' It Up For Your Love" and "Shotgun Rider".

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Season 6, Episode 13: Jr. Walker & the All-Stars

Original Air Date—11 April 1981
The musical guest is Jr. Walker & The All-Stars. There is no host. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase finds Mr. Bill while rummaging through some supply closets. The two reminisce about old times until Chevy accidentally crushes Bill. Frank Sinatra puts on a show to encourage people to buy American cars by bashing everything Japanese. Bill Cosby sells light beer to kids. A husband accuses his chimpanzee wife of having an affair. During the Weekend Update, Raheem Abdul Muhammed gives a movie review but confuses 'Altered States' with 'Stir Crazy', Laurie Metcalf asks people on the street if they would take a bullet for Ronald Reagan, and Al Franken tells viewers to forget about SNL and just let the show die peacefully. An Italian father gives his son some advice on his wedding day. Irene Cara sings about how all her songs sound alike. Chevy tries to convince viewers that the show is getting better, but Robin Williams and Christopher Reeves come on to voice their disagreement. As a bag lady shuffles around outside, onlookers make comments about her. Jr. Walker & The All-Stars perform "Road Runner", "Shotgun", "How Sweet It Is" and "What Does It Take?"

Season 7


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Season 7, Episode 1: Rod Stewart

Original Air Date—3 October 1981
There is no host for the episode, but the musical guest is Rod Stewart. The skits for this episode are as follows: Little Richard Simmons gets fat people to exercise as he sings updated versions of his rock classics. Andy Rooney starts musing about shoes, and gets sidetracked onto random thoughts about Nazis and his co-workers' names. A literary critic introduces the next generation of great writers, all of whom are just getting out of prison. Muammar Khaddaffi shows off his latest fashions. A man gets over-attached to a woman he has a one-night stand with, to the point of being oblivious when she gets a phone call saying her father has just died. While at her father's funeral, a woman has to deal with selfish and insensitive relatives, followed by an old one-night stand who won't leave her alone. Christine Ebersol, the wife of producer Dick Ebersol, asks viewers to send in their home movies, then introduces a film about John Lennon produced by Yoko Ono.

Season 7, Episode 2: Susan Saint James/The Kinks

Original Air Date—10 October 1981
The host for the episode is Susan Saint James, and the musical guest is The Kinks (their second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: The Exxico company promises customers yesterday's technology at tomorrow's prices. During her opening monologue, Susan Saint James asks the audience to vote on whether the parody of her TV series, McMillan & Wife, should be done with McArthur, McBeth or McDonald. Ronald and Sally McDonald solve a murder while making love in their bedroom. Buckwheat, from the Little Rascals series, pitches an album of his unintelligible singing. Mr. Mike presents Bizarro World, where logic is exactly the opposite of how it is on earth, but the Bizarro president seems to be very familiar. Christine Ebersol sings about the problems for women trying to find good men at singles bars. Tim Kazurinsky presents a skit for men's Sta-free pads that was rejected for being too cheap. Alan Alda provides sensitivity training for men. The Kinks perform "Destroyer" and "Art Lover".

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Season 7, Episode 3: George Kennedy/Miles Davis

Original Air Date—17 October 1981
The host for the episode is George Kennedy, and the musical guest is Miles Davis. The skits for this episode are as follows: While taping a game show, all the cameras go out and the technicians all have heart attacks, so George Kennedy has to take charge and talk the show through to safety. Mr. Robinson presents some more characters from his neighborhood, including the landlord he's always trying to avoid. Andy Rooney shares more of his disorganized thoughts. Velvet Jones invites students to enroll in his school of technology. Harry Anderson does a stand-up act. Mr. Bill goes to Los Angeles, but his troubles follow right behind him. Kids are all playing with the new Rubik's Teeth toy. An advertisement pitches new spray-on Laetril. Marilyn Monroe sings "Downers are a girl's best friend". Miles Davis performs "Jean-Pierre".

Season 7, Episode 4: Donald Pleasance/Fear

Original Air Date—31 October 1981
The host for the episode is Donald Pleasance, and the musical guest is Fear. The skits for this episode are as follows: A Jogger Motel traps annoying joggers with a glue they can't jog out of. Jerry Lewis shows people his two completely different personas. Donald Pleasance shares his pumpkin carving tips. Tips are provided on how to survive in Harlem. A repeat skit presents rising literary stars who are all ex-cons. Other skits include vomiting for luck, profiles in British courage, 'Last Night I Killed My Husband', tales from the hip, Annie intermission, sugar breakfast, Andy Warhol's TV, and the Vic Salukin Show. Fear performs "I Don't Care About You", Beef Bologna", New York's All Right If You Like Saxophones" and "Let's Have a War".

Season 7, Episode 5: Lauren Hutton/Rick James & The Stone City Band

Original Air Date—7 November 1981
The host for the episode is Lauren Hutton, and the musical guest is Rick James. The skits for this episode are as follows: The Exxico corporation has a message for consumers everywhere: stay out of our way or we'll kill you. TransEastern Airlines welcomes passengers aboard with a message from each of the employees who do their part to flying as miserable an experience as possible. Another skit that was rejected for being too cheap is presented. Velvet Jones pitches more of the benefits of enrolling in his school of technology. William Burroughs reads poetry. A button marked 'push to explode building' invites people to give it try. A bitter comedian rants about all the big stars that don't want him to open for their shows. Additional skits include Bill Cosby, Reagan's script, Whisper Bubble Bath, Harlequin Romances for men, Reach Out, and 'Art is Ficial'. Rick James performs "Give It To Me Baby" and "Super Freak".

Season 7, Episode 6: Bernadette Peters/Billy Joel/The Go-Go's

Original Air Date—14 November 1981
The host for the episode is Bernadette Peters, and the musical guests are The Go-Go's and Billy Joel (his second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: The Texxon Corporation reassures customers that for them 'Life is Second Only to Money'. After the success of Escape From New York, more films start featuring people fighting to get out of the city. Tim has further issues in his marriage with Madge the Chimpanzee. Eddie Murphy has a message for SNL viewers. The cast try to carry on with a skit after the lighting fails, but they are interrupted by a network censor who complains that everything sounds dirty now that the audience can't see what's really going on. Additional skits include Johnny Keep Your Gun Clean, Hidden Photo, Bedtime Story, Man Ray & Mic, 42nd Street, Nick the Knock and Rock & Roll Heaven, Inc. The Go-Go's perform "Our Lips Are Sealed" and "We Got the Beat". Bernadette Peters performs "Making Love Alone". Billy Joel performs "Miami 2017" and "She's Got a Way".

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Season 7, Episode 7: Tim Curry/Meat Loaf/The Neverland Express

Original Air Date—5 December 1981
The host for the episode is Tim Curry, and the musical guest is Meat Loaf (his second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: The Texxon Corporation warns viewers that the SNL writers will end up like Karen Silkwood if they don't back off. Mick Jagger talks with fellow music superstars Barbara Mandrell, Frank Sinatra, and Buckwheat. The Reagans must deal with Ronald's illegitimate son. Frank gets more advice from his Papa. Tim Curry and Meatloaf team up to open a One-Stop Rocky Horror Shop. Dan Rather muses on what might have happened if Reagan had survived his assassination attempt. Tim Curry performs "The Zucchini Song" and Meatloaf & The Neverland Express perform "Bat Out of Hell" and "Promised Land".

Season 7, Episode 8: Bill Murray/The Spinners/Yale Whiffenpoofs

Original Air Date—12 December 1981
The host for the episode is Bill Murray (his second appearance as host), and the musical guests are The Spinners. The skits for this episode are as follows: The phone company admits that its highly touted technological breakthroughs are just hot air used to justify rate increases. During his opening monologue, Bill Murray introduces his best friend, Santa Claus. Tomorrow host Tom Snyder sulks. Father Guido Sarducci talks about the benefits of MX-5 tampons. During the Weekend Update, Brian Doyle-Murray reports on the proper spelling of the name of Libya's leader and an attempt in Arkansas to have creationism taught as science, and Joe Piscopo interviews an aging Muhammad Ali to find out if the legendary boxer is still the greatest. A skit features Christie Brinkley for designer fairy tales. Father Guido Sarducci returns to make his predictions for the coming year. A skit looks at the home life of a family of psychos. Honker gives his views on the economics of Christmas. The Spinners perform a "Then Came You", "I'll Be Around" and "Working My Way Back to You". Michael Davis and the Yale Whiffenpoofs made credited guest appearances.

Season 7, Episode 9: Robert Conrad/The Allman Brothers Band

Original Air Date—23 January 1982
The host for the episode is Robert Conrad, and the musical guest is The Allman Brothers Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: Judge Wapner oversees a lawsuit against Velvet Jones in The People's Court. Velvet Jones shows up in the Wild Wild Wild West. A skit looks at babies in makeup. Velvet Jones and Jersey Guy Paulie Herman give their thoughts on whether some characters are becoming over-exposed. Vic Salukin appears on Battle of the Week. Andy Rooney gives another rambling monologue on the little things that bother him. The Allman Brothers Band performs "Midnight Rider", "Southbound" and "One Way Out".

Season 7, Episode 10: John Madden/Jennifer Holliday

Original Air Date—30 January 1982
The host for the episode is John Madden, and the musical guest is Jennifer Holliday. The skits for this episode are as follows: John Madden gives a talk from the Cincinnati Bengals locker room now that the football season is over and the Bengals have lost the Superbowl. Would-be hosts and other acting hopefuls are invited to enroll in the Johnny Carson School of Acting. Tom Snyder hosts a new kids program, the Uncle Tom Show, with special guests Captain Kangaroo and Buckwheat. Andy Kaufman comes on dressed as Elvis and performs some of the King's music. Other skits include Betty Beer, a poetry corner, Lou Grant, Mob Nicknames and Solomon & Pudge. Jennifer Holliday performs "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going" and "One Night Only".

Season 7, Episode 11: James Coburn/Lindsey Buckingham

Original Air Date—6 February 1982
The host for the episode is James Coburn, and the musical guest is Lindsey Buckingham. The skits for this episode are as follows: For President Reagan's birthday, Frank Sinatra performs a medley of songs about him, Nancy, and the rest of his staff. An elderly couple lets a young boy talk on the phone with his mother, then demands she pay $50,000 to them if she ever wants her son back. Tim takes his family to Disney World, only to catch his wife, Madge the chimpanzee, in bed having an affair with a gas station attendant. Mr. Robinson introduces more people in his neighborhood while trying to avoid his landlord. Jerry Falwell pitches an album of Jesus-themed rock and pop songs. Christine Ebersole is excited about her date with James Coburn, but fellow cast member Mary Gross points out some of the tell-tale signs that James is gay. Dan Rather interviews some of the victims of 60 Minutes. Other skits include unique perspectives, the Taboosters and 'Don't Let It Show'. Lindsey Buckingham performs "Bwana" and "Trouble".

Season 7, Episode 12: Bruce Dern/Luther Vandross

Original Air Date—20 February 1982
The host for the episode is Bruce Dern, and the musical guest is Luther Vandross. The skits for this episode are as follows: Raheem Abdul Muhammed reviews more of the latest films, in which he sees more evidence of bias against blacks in Hollywood. In the Bizarro World, everything is opposite of how it is on Earth, although certain things seem strangely familiar. Songwriters Harry Schleimer and Moe Laub try to come up with the next big hit. Additional skits include advice from Bruce Dern, a ski date with Fluffy, Who Do You Hate?, the Mild One, an unstable pilot, and Melina's Café. Luther Vandross performs "Never Too Much" and "A House Is Not A Home".

Season 7, Episode 13: Elizabeth Ashley/Hall & Oates

Original Air Date—27 February 1982
The host for the episode is Elizabeth Ashley, and the musical guest is Hall & Oates. The skits for this episode are as follows: Dan Rather starts the show with the evening news report. Pope John Paul II begins his tour of Africa. Joseph Papp comes on the show to conduct an audition. Dr. Jack Badofsky gives a health report for the Weekend Update. Harry Anderson performs a stand-up routine. Additional skits include the big plastic bubble, Speaking As A Woman with Shelley Winters, women's party conversation and Loewenbrau. Hall & Oates perform "You Make My Dreams", "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)" and "You've Lost That Loving Feeling".

Season 7, Episode 14: Robert Urich/Mink DeVille

Original Air Date—20 March 1982
The host for the episode is Robert Urich, and the musical guest is Mink DeVille. The skits for this episode are as follows: Before the show, the cast compares host Robert Urich with Burt Reynolds. Buckwheat performs with his backup singers, Da Dupreems. A repeat skit about a boy away from home calling his mother with a ransom demand. Paul Harvey gives the news and tells anecdotes about the lives of famous people. Raheem Abdul Muhammad reviews more films. A new version of Dr. Strangelove features President Reagan and Edwin Meese. An ad urges people to go out and treat themselves to fur. Dr. Jack Badofsky returns to Weekend Update for another health report. In a monster movie, a Thing destroys Tokyo. Additional skits include buying a bullet for a hungry kid, the Golden Age School of Obedience, koala embryos, the headline challenge, and low-class Italian theater. Mink DeVille performs "Maybe Tomorrow" and "Love and Emotion".

Season 7, Episode 15: Blythe Danner/Rickie Lee Jones

Original Air Date—27 March 1982
The host for the episode is Blythe Danner, and the musical guest is Rickie Lee Jones (her second appearance). The skits for this episode are as follows: Lorne Greene pitches Alpo dog food, only to be attacked by his canine co-star. During Blythe Danner's opening monologue, Mary Gross confuses her with another actress and presses her to do a series of impressions of famous women. Americans everywhere rush out into the streets to announce that they're gay. A couple embraces celibacy until they inadvertently discover that neither of them wanted to give up sex in the first place. Geraldo Rivera, searching for sensationalist conspiracies, ransacks a hospital delivery room during a birth. Colonel Khadaffi promotes his new line of designer clothes. A reclusive and deranged poet lives hidden away until an ex-con poet breaks into her house and they start comparing poems. A couple at a dance party explain the 50's have returned for the 80's. During the Weekend Update, Mary Gross reports on location for the landing of the Space Shuttle, fashion critic Yvonne Spike DeMouchier rips the poor fashion choices made by the Best Actress nominees, Joe Piscopo declares Georgetown the NCAA champions based on the attractiveness of the female students, and Brian Doyle-Murray congratulates brother Bill Murray on the birth of his son. Tom Snyder, now hosting a children's show, interviews an aging Gumby about the scandals going on in cartoons. Princess Diana takes questions from viewers on a variety of subjects. Blythe asks people to please support serious theater so that other actresses won't be forced to appear on SNL to survive. Rickie Lee Jones performs "Pirates (So Long Lonely Avenue)", "Lush Life" and "Woody & Dutch On The Slow Train To Peking".

Season 7, Episode 16: Daniel J. Travanti/John Cougar

Original Air Date—10 April 1982
The host for the episode is Daniel J. Travanti, and the musical guest is John Cougar. The skits for this episode are as follows: After Daniel Travanti's opening monologue, Doug and Wendy Whiner celebrate their anniversary. Rod Serling hosts an episode of The Twilight Zone about a world in which everyone does Ethel Merman. A series of skits feature Larry the Lobster, including: voting on Larry, Larry's story, what happens if Larry lives, and the final vote on Larry's fate at the end of the show. Additional skits include cooking with Marcello, Hill Street Blues, the Bavarian butterfly dance, Career Corner and Reagan brand economics. John Cougar performs "Hurts So Good" and "Ain't Even Done With The Night".

Season 7, Episode 17: Johnny Cash/Elton John

Original Air Date—17 April 1982
The host for the episode is Johnny Cash, and the musical guest is Elton John. The skits for this episode are as follows: Andy Rooney stars as Ralph Kramden in an episode of The Honeymooners, doing his usual observational monologuing. When a condemned prisoner insists on his right to a final request just before execution, he gets Johnny Cash to sing "99,999 Bottles of Beer on the Wall". After coming back from another tropical vacation, Reagan opens up a dialog over the Falklands between Thatcher and Galtieri by having them act out a love scene together. Two women test their hair for dandruff by shaking it over Johnny Cash. A wandering poet muses on the beauty of the commuter train he's riding, but the other passengers don't share his enthusiasm. Johnny Cash performs "Ring Of Fire", "Folsom Prison Blues", "I Walk The Line" and "Sunday Morning Coming Down". Elton John performs "Empty Garden" and "Ball And Chain".

Season 7, Episode 18: Robert Culp/The Charlie Daniels Band

Original Air Date—24 April 1982
The host for the episode is Robert Culp, and the musical guest is The Charlie Daniels Band. The skits for this episode are as follows: Billie Jean King joins Bill Cosby in a new episode of I-Spy. Aging hippies have to face the fact that they're entering the Middle Age of Aquarius. A new production of Annie casts James Brown in the title role. A repeat skit looks at babies in makeup. Additional skits include Party Girl, Uterus, Sunken Submarine and Happy Mayonnaise Palace. The Charlie Daniels Band performs "The Devil Went Down To Georgia" and "Still In Saigon".

Season 7, Episode 19: Danny DeVito/Sparks

Original Air Date—15 May 1982
The host for the episode is Danny DeVito, and the musical guest is Sparks. The skits for this episode are as follows: Andy Kaufman hypes his upcoming wrestling match. For his opening monologue, Danny DeVito invites the rest of the cast from Taxi to take a bow after their show was canceled by ABC without warning. Louis DePalma drives a taxi down to the ABC headquarters and detonates a bomb, bringing down the entire building as revenge for their canceling his show. Doug and Wendy Whiner annoy those around them with their constant whining. For the Weekend Update, Brian Doyle-Murray reports on Al Haig's attempts to resolve the Falklands crisis and accusations that Nancy Reagan failed to return a set of borrowed jewels, Christine Ebersole reports on Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn turning down an invitation to the White House and political changes in Argentina, Dr. Badofsky warns of the many diseases people can catch from animals, Mary Gross attempts to report on the new production of Annie with an impostor dog dressed as Sandy, and Lou Grant makes a try at reporting on the weather only to lose his temper when he gets canceled yet again. After wrestling women, Andy Kaufman agrees to meet Jerry Lawler in the ring. Sparks performs "Mickey Mouse" and "I Predict".

Season 7, Episode 20: Olivia Newton-John

Original Air Date—22 May 1982
The host and musical guest for the episode is Olivia Newton-John. The skits for this episode are as follows: An ad for TransEastern Airlines lets travelers know that every TransEastern employee is doing their part to ensure your trip is as miserable as possible. Frank Sinatra joins up with Stevie Wonder for a duet in the style of 'Ebony and Ivory', but the result is marked by Frank's crassness. Tim continues to have more problems in his marriage with Madge the Chimpanzee. Rod Serling presents an episode of The Twilight Zone that looks at the possibility of Hitler being in Heaven. Additional skits include Not a Record Ad, Business Talk, Grease, Sports Organ Classics, and The Clams. Olivia Newton-John performs "Physical", "Make a Move on Me" and "Landslide".

Season 8


Season 8, Episode 1: Chevy Chase/Queen

Original Air Date—25 September 1982
The host for the episode is Chevy Chase (his third appearance as host), and the musical guest is Queen. The skits for this episode are as follows: Chevy Chase announces from a TV screen that because of a missed flight, he will have to host the show via satellite from California. He prepares to begin the first skit, but a stagehand accidentally knocks over his TV. For his opening monologue, Chevy speaks from a broken TV at the foot of the stage. Angry young artist and poet Tyrone Green displays his hatred of white people through his art at a gallery packed with white art connoisseurs. Joe Piscopo confesses his love for Rose Kennedy and asks her to marry him. John Hinckley announces his campaign for the presidency from his hospital cell. A mystery show presents a scene about a woman being accosted by a land shark that turns out to be on a video screen. Inventor Ron Popiel presents the Galactic Prophylactic, made of rubber and steel and guaranteed to last for fifty years. David Letterman presents a film shot by his dog and interviews Gumby. For the Weekend Update, Brad Hall reports on Reagan sending the Maureens to Lebanon, the NFL player's strike, and a new celebrity sperm bank, then phones up Secretary of the Interior James Watt to insult him. Father Andrew Titus angrily criticizes the new Reader's Digest condensed bible. Chevy claims to be reporting live from Beirut, but is revealed to be on the set of The Tonight Show in Burbank. An expose takes a serious look at a young man addicted to video games. Siskel and Ebert review the episode already in progress, praising Eddie Murphy but skewering Chevy. PTC Club prophet April May June praises Jesus while a faith healer performs miracles in the audience. Queen performs "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" and "Under Pressure".

Season 8, Episode 2: Louis Gossett Jr/George Thorogood & The Destroyers

Original Air Date—2 October 1982

Season 8, Episode 3: Ron Howard/The Clash

Original Air Date—9 October 1982

Season 8, Episode 4: Howard Hesseman/Men at Work

Original Air Date—23 October 1982

Season 8, Episode 5: Michael Keaton/Joe Jackson

Original Air Date—30 October 1982

Season 8, Episode 6: Robert Blake/Kenny Loggins

Original Air Date—13 November 1982

Season 8, Episode 7: Drew Barrymore/Squeeze

Original Air Date—20 November 1982

Season 8, Episode 8: Tom & Dick Smothers/Laura Branigan

Original Air Date—4 December 1982

Season 8, Episode 9: Eddie Murphy/Lionel Richie

Original Air Date—11 December 1982

Season 8, Episode 10: Lily Tomlin

Original Air Date—22 January 1983

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 8: Episode 11 -- Cold open: Democratic debate #2
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Season 8, Episode 11: Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas/The Bus Boys

Original Air Date—29 January 1983

Season 8, Episode 12: Sid Caesar/Joe Cocker

Original Air Date—5 February 1983

Season 8, Episode 13: Howard Hesseman/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—19 February 1983

Season 8, Episode 14: Beau and Jeff Bridges/Randy Newman

Original Air Date—26 February 1983

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 8: Episode 15 -- America mourns for a fallen hero.
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Season 8, Episode 15: Bruce Dern/Leon Redbone

Original Air Date—12 March 1983

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 8: Episode 16 -- Meet the man behind the trigger.

Season 8, Episode 16: Robert Guilaume/Duran Duran

Original Air Date—19 March 1983

Season 8, Episode 17: Joan Rivers/Musical Youth

Original Air Date—9 April 1983

Season 8, Episode 18: Susan Saint James/Michael McDonald

Original Air Date—16 April 1983

Season 8, Episode 19: Stevie Wonder

Original Air Date—7 May 1983
The host and musical guest for this episode is Stevie Wonder. The sequences are: "VD", a Kannon AE-1 photo camera ad (its slogan "so simple, anyone can use it"), Eddie Murphy plays a Stevie Wonder Impersonator, Adolf Hitler writes his own diaries before he takes his own life, a pseudo-biopic of Stevie Wonder, Dion's, Cotton Land and The Hunchback Boy. Wonder performs "Fingertips", "Overjoyed" and "Go Home".

Season 8, Episode 20: Ed Koch/Kevin Rowland & Dexy's Midnight Runners

Original Air Date—14 May 1983

Season 9


Season 9, Episode 1: Brandon Tartikoff/John Cougar Mellencamp

Original Air Date—8 October 1983
The host for this episode is Brandon Tartikoff and the musical guest is John Cougar Mellencamp (his second appearance, his first under his real surname). Sketches are: Gross, Kazurinsky and Murphy are at Brandon's office; Brooke Shields under the pseudonym of "Martha" endorses Calvin Klein Cream Pies; James Watt is hated by his maid Rose; Art Hammond interviews a jazz musician; Herb Fein; the Whiners have ideas for their show; Gumby has a rehearsal; Larry's Corner; two criminals take a shop and an NBC self-parody ad. John Cougar Mellencamp performs "Pink Houses" and "Crumbling Down".

Season 9, Episode 2: Danny DeVito & Rhea Pearlman/Eddy Grant

Original Air Date—15 October 1983

Season 9, Episode 3: John Candy/Men at Work

Original Air Date—22 October 1983

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 9: Episode 4 -- Hot tub. Full of water. Will make you sweat.

Season 9, Episode 4: Betty Thomas/Stray Cats

Original Air Date—5 November 1983

Season 9, Episode 5: Teri Garr/Mick Fleetwood's Zoo

Original Air Date—12 November 1983

Season 9, Episode 6: Jerry Lewis/Loverboy

Original Air Date—19 November 1983

Season 9, Episode 7: The Smothers Brothers/Big Country

Original Air Date—3 December 1983

Season 9, Episode 8: Flip Wilson/Stevie Nicks

Original Air Date—10 December 1983

Season 9, Episode 9: Father Guido Sarducci/Huey Lewis & the News

Original Air Date—14 January 1984

Season 9, Episode 10: Michael Palin/Mary Palin/The Motels

Original Air Date—21 January 1984

Season 9, Episode 11: Don Rickles/Billy Idol

Original Air Date—28 January 1984

Season 9, Episode 12: Robin Williams/Adam Ant

Original Air Date—11 February 1984

Season 9, Episode 13: Jamie Lee Curtis/The Fixx

Original Air Date—18 February 1984

Season 9, Episode 14: Edwin Newman/Kool & The Gang

Original Air Date—25 February 1984

Season 9, Episode 15: Billy Crystal/Al Jarreau

Original Air Date—17 March 1984

Season 9, Episode 16: Michael Douglas/Deniece Williams

Original Air Date—7 April 1984

Season 9, Episode 17: George McGovern/Madness

Original Air Date—14 April 1984

Season 9, Episode 18: Barry Bostwick/Spinal Tap

Original Air Date—5 May 1984

Season 9, Episode 19: Billy Crystal/Ed Koch/Edwin Newman/Don Novello/Betty Thomas/The Cars

Original Air Date—12 May 1984

Season 10


Season 10, Episode 1: Thompson Twins

Original Air Date—6 October 1984

Season 10, Episode 2: Bob Uecker/Peter Wolf

Original Air Date—13 October 1984

Season 10, Episode 3: Jesse Jackson/Andrae Crouch, Wintley Phipps

Original Air Date—20 October 1984

Season 10, Episode 4: Michael McKean/Chaka Khan/The Folksmen

Original Air Date—3 November 1984

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 10: Episode 5 -- Taylor Swift is captivating.
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Season 10, Episode 5: George Carlin/Frankie Goes to Hollywood

Original Air Date—10 November 1984

Season 10, Episode 6: Ed Asner/The Kinks

Original Air Date—17 November 1984

Season 10, Episode 7: Ed Begley Jr/Billy Squier

Original Air Date—1 December 1984

Season 10, Episode 8: Ringo Starr/Herbie Hancock

Original Air Date—8 December 1984

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 10: Episode 9 -- An undercover mission like no other.

Season 10, Episode 9: Eddie Murphy/Robert Plant & The Honeydrippers

Original Air Date—15 December 1984

Season 10, Episode 10: Kathleen Turner/John Waite

Original Air Date—12 January 1985

Season 10, Episode 11: Roy Scheider/Billy Ocean

Original Air Date—19 January 1985

Season 10, Episode 12: Alex Karras/Tina Turner

Original Air Date—2 February 1985

Season 10, Episode 13: Harry Anderson/Bryan Adams

Original Air Date—9 February 1985

Season 10, Episode 14: Pamela Sue Martin/Power Station

Original Air Date—16 February 1985

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 10: Episode 15 -- The NBC volcano is restless and Orlando beckons...
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Season 10, Episode 15: SNL Film Festival

Original Air Date—2 March 1985

Season 10, Episode 16: Mr. T and Hulk Hogan/The Commodores

Original Air Date—30 March 1985

Season 10, Episode 17: Christopher Reeve/Santana

Original Air Date—6 April 1985

Season 10, Episode 18: Howard Cosell/Greg Kihn

Original Air Date—13 April 1985

Season 11


Season 11, Episode 1: Madonna/Simple Minds

Original Air Date—9 November 1985

Season 11, Episode 2: Chevy Chase/Sheila E.

Original Air Date—16 November 1985

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 11: Episode 3 -- Sport the jeans that scream, "it's a bad idea."
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Season 11, Episode 3: Pee Wee Herman/Queen Ida & The Bon Temps Zydeco Band

Original Air Date—23 November 1985

Season 11, Episode 4: John Lithgow/Mr. Mister

Original Air Date—7 December 1985

Season 11, Episode 5: Tom Hanks/Sade

Original Air Date—14 December 1985
The host is Tom Hanks and the musical guest is Sade. The sketches are: on "Entertainment Tonight", Brooke Shields claims that her film career stalled after turning down "Scarface" and "Once Upon a Time in America"; Paul meets two stand-up comedians; Pat Stevens interviews Louis Farrakhan; Steve has a fantasy; Tommy Flanagan meets his brother Earl; Tomaso and Mateo are fishermen. Sade performs "Is It a Crime?" and "The Sweetest Taboo". Steven Wright performs a stand-up.

Season 11, Episode 6: Teri Garr/Dream Academy/The Cult

Original Air Date—21 December 1985

Season 11, Episode 7: Harry Dean Stanton/The Replacements

Original Air Date—18 January 1986

Season 11, Episode 8: Dudley Moore/Al Green

Original Air Date—25 January 1986

Season 11, Episode 9: Ron Reagan/The Nelsons

Original Air Date—8 February 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 11: Episode 10 -- An important gift discussion is in progress.

Season 11, Episode 10: Jerry Hall/Stevie Ray Vaughan/Jimmie Vaughan

Original Air Date—15 February 1986

Season 11, Episode 11: Jay Leno/The Neville Brothers

Original Air Date—22 February 1986

Season 11, Episode 12: Griffin Dunne/Rosanne Cash

Original Air Date—15 March 1986

Season 11, Episode 13: George Wendt and Francis Ford Coppola/Philip Glass

Original Air Date—22 March 1986

Season 11, Episode 14: Oprah Winfrey/Joe Jackson

Original Air Date—12 April 1986

Season 11, Episode 15: Tony Danza/Laurie Anderson

Original Air Date—19 April 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 11: Episode 16 -- The country will never have a black vice president.

Season 11, Episode 16: Catherine Oxenberg and Paul Simon/Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Original Air Date—10 May 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 11: Episode 17 -- Put yourself in Fred's hands, you deserve it.

Season 11, Episode 17: Jimmy Breslin and Marvin Hagler/Level 42/E.G. Daily

Original Air Date—17 May 1986

Season 11, Episode 18: Anjelica Huston and Billy Martin/George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic

Original Air Date—24 May 1986

Season 12


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 1 -- "Chopping Broccoli's" got "hit" written all over it.

Season 12, Episode 1: Sigourney Weaver/Buster Poindexter

Original Air Date—11 October 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 2 -- Donahue knows best about women.
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Season 12, Episode 2: Malcolm-Jamal Warner/Run-DMC

Original Air Date—18 October 1986

Season 12, Episode 3: Rosanna Arquette/Ric Ocasek

Original Air Date—8 November 1986

Season 12, Episode 4: Sam Kinison/Lou Reed

Original Air Date—15 November 1986

Season 12, Episode 5: Robin Williams/Paul Simon

Original Air Date—22 November 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 6 -- Steve has just one simple holiday wish.
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Season 12, Episode 6: Chevy Chase/Steve Martin/Martin Short/Randy Newman

Original Air Date—6 December 1986

Season 12, Episode 7: Steve Guttenberg/The Pretenders

Original Air Date—13 December 1986

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 8 -- The lost ending to It's a Wonderful Life.
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Season 12, Episode 8: William Shatner/Lone Justice

Original Air Date—20 December 1986
William Shatner hosts this episode, and Lone Justice and Buster Poindexter are musical guests. The cold opener is a parody of "The Green Berets" involving former Colonel Oliver North(Shatner). William Shatner's "infamous" monologue involves his first attendance at a recent Star Trek convention, where he tells Trekkies to get a life. Liz Sweeney (Nora Dunn) sings a medley for her fiancé (Shatner), with her sister Candy. T.J. Hooker (Shatner) spend too much time riding the hood of a car during a chase. Weekend Update with Dennis Miller includes Al Franken experiencing phantom pains while describing Reagan's prostate surgery. Another Star Trek parody involves Captain Kirk (Shatner) and company converting the Enterprise into a space-based restaurant. A woman's(Dunn) Husband (Shatner) can't get enough of his physique in the mirror. In Kevin Nealon's Classic Christmas Experience, Nealon recalls Christmas clichés and disasters. The famous Lost Ending to "It's A Wonderful Life," where the people of Bedford Falls rise up and kick Mr. Potter's (Jon Lovitz) ass. "The True Life Story of Frankie Toussaint:" A Schiller-Vision noir-film about a guy(Griffin Dunne), who just can't get a break from the justice system. Lone Justice performs the songs "Shelter," and "I Found Love," and for the holidays, Buster Poindexter sings "Zat You, Santa?"

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 9 -- Debbie's been naughty and depressing.
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Season 12, Episode 9: Walter Payton & Joe Montana/Debbie Harry

Original Air Date—24 January 1987

Season 12, Episode 10: Paul Shaffer/Bruce Hornsby & The Range

Original Air Date—31 January 1987

Season 12, Episode 11: Bronson Pinchot/Paul Young/Buster Poindexter

Original Air Date—14 February 1987

Season 12, Episode 12: Willie Nelson

Original Air Date—21 February 1987

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 12: Episode 13 -- Crazy Ernie is so crazy, he might just need to be locked up.

Season 12, Episode 13: Valerie Bertinelli/Robert Cray Band

Original Air Date—28 February 1987

Season 12, Episode 14: Bill Murray/Percy Sledge

Original Air Date—21 March 1987

Season 12, Episode 15: Charlton Heston/Wynton Marsalis

Original Air Date—28 March 1987

Season 12, Episode 16: John Lithgow/Anita Baker

Original Air Date—11 April 1987

Season 12, Episode 17: John Larroquette/Timbuk-3

Original Air Date—18 April 1987

Season 12, Episode 18: Mark Harmon/Suzanne Vega

Original Air Date—9 May 1987

Season 12, Episode 19: Garry Shandling/Los Lobos

Original Air Date—16 May 1987

Season 12, Episode 20: Dennis Hopper/Roy Orbison

Original Air Date—23 May 1987

Season 13


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 13: Episode 1 -- The game show with answers supplied by 17 year old kids.
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Season 13, Episode 1: Steve Martin/Sting

Original Air Date—17 October 1987

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 13: Episode 2 -- Penelope attends traffic school
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Season 13, Episode 2: Sean Penn/L.L. Cool J, Michael Penn & The Pull

Original Air Date—24 October 1987

Season 13, Episode 3: Dabney Coleman/The Cars

Original Air Date—31 October 1987

Season 13, Episode 4: Robert Mitchum/Simply Red

Original Air Date—14 November 1987

Season 13, Episode 5: Candice Bergen/Cher

Original Air Date—21 November 1987

Season 13, Episode 6: Danny DeVito/Bryan Ferry

Original Air Date—5 December 1987

Season 13, Episode 7: Angie Dickinson/Buster Pointdexter/David Gilmour

Original Air Date—12 December 1987

Season 13, Episode 8: Paul Simon/Linda Ronstadt

Original Air Date—19 December 1987

Season 13, Episode 9: Robin Williams/James Taylor

Original Air Date—23 January 1988

Season 13, Episode 10: Carl Weathers/Robbie Robertson

Original Air Date—30 January 1988

Season 13, Episode 11: Justine Bateman/Terrance Trent D'Arby

Original Air Date—13 February 1988

Season 13, Episode 12: Tom Hanks/Randy Travis

Original Air Date—20 February 1988

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 13: Episode 13 -- Have you been tempted by Satan?

Season 13, Episode 13: Judge Reinhold/10,000 Maniacs

Original Air Date—27 February 1988

Season 14


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 1 -- In ten years, nothing's changed except their waistlines.
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Season 14, Episode 1: Tom Hanks/Keith Richards

Original Air Date—8 October 1988

Season 14, Episode 2: Matthew Broderick/The Sugarcubes

Original Air Date—15 October 1988

Season 14, Episode 3: John Larroquette/Randy Newman

Original Air Date—22 October 1988

Season 14, Episode 4: Matthew Modine/Edie Brickell & New Bohemians

Original Air Date—5 November 1988

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 5 -- A blind date with a mutant who lives in the sewer.

Season 14, Episode 5: Demi Moore/Johnny Clegg & Savuka

Original Air Date—12 November 1988

Season 14, Episode 6: John Lithgow/Tracy Chapman

Original Air Date—19 November 1988

Season 14, Episode 7: Danny Devito/The Bangles

Original Air Date—3 December 1988

Season 14, Episode 8: Kevin Kline/Bobby McFerrin

Original Air Date—10 December 1988

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 9 -- Holiday cheer and brevity from Tarzan, Tonto & Frankenstein.

Season 14, Episode 9: Melanie Griffith/Little Feat

Original Air Date—17 December 1988

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 10 -- No matter what you say, he will be mocked.

Season 14, Episode 10: John Malkovich/Anita Baker

Original Air Date—21 January 1989

Season 14, Episode 11: Tony Danza/John Hiatt

Original Air Date—28 January 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 12 -- George Michael invites Dennis Miller to look at his butt.

Season 14, Episode 12: Ted Danson/Luther Vandross

Original Air Date—28 January 1989

Season 14, Episode 13: Leslie Nielsen/Cowboy Junkies

Original Air Date—18 February 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 14 -- They're gonna pump you up.

Season 14, Episode 14: Glenn Close/Gipsy Kings

Original Air Date—25 February 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 15 -- No! It's not about repairing robots!!!

Season 14, Episode 15: Mary Tyler Moore/Elvis Costello

Original Air Date—25 March 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 14: Episode 16 -- A saucy little tale to titlilate and delight.

Season 14, Episode 16: Mel Gibson/Living Colour

Original Air Date—1 April 1989

Season 14, Episode 17: Dolly Parton

Original Air Date—15 April 1989

Season 14, Episode 18: Geena Davis/John Mellencamp

Original Air Date—22 April 1989

Season 14, Episode 19: Wayne Gretzky/Fine Young Cannibals

Original Air Date—13 May 1989

Season 14, Episode 20: Steve Martin/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—20 May 1989
Steve Martin hosts this episode for the 11th time, and Tom Petty and The Heartbreaker are the musical guests. In the cold opening, President George H.W. Bush(Dana Carvey) outlines his accomplishments and failings in office. Steve Martin's monologue is out of the ordinary; A tearful mourning of the passing of former cast-member Gilda Radner, including a replay of a sketch from an episode that aired on April 22, 1978. The ninth installment of "Pumping Up with Hans & Franz." Jan Hooks imitates Tammy Wynette. Martin and Victoria Jackson appear in the first episode of "Toonces: The Cat Who Could Drive a Car." Martin reads some poetry about a non-descript woman. Pope John Paul II can be heard on Weekend Update. Lorne Michaels announces a new version of "The Coneheads." Jon Lovitz boasts of the benefits of getting to know him. On Sprockets, Dieter introduced Heike Mueller(Nora Dunn), art critic and his current lover. Both review such artists as Chuckles the Clown, and the poetry of Jimmy Stewart(Carvey). The Good and Bad Sides of Steve Martin. A Cable TV network run by the tobacco industry for smokers, Frankenstein, Tonto and Tarzan (Hartman, Lovitz, Kevin Nealon) want you to Have A Bitchin' Summer. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers perform the songs "Runnin' Down a Dream" and "Free Fallin'."

Season 15


Season 15, Episode 1: Bruce Willis/Neil Young

Original Air Date—30 September 1989

Season 15, Episode 2: Rick Moranis/Rickie Lee Jones

Original Air Date—7 October 1989

Season 15, Episode 3: Kathleen Turner/Billy Joel

Original Air Date—21 October 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 15: Episode 4 -- A talk show stripped to its bare essence.

Season 15, Episode 4: James Woods/Don Henley

Original Air Date—28 October 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 15: Episode 5 -- Wise in the ways of walking.
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Season 15, Episode 5: Chris Evert/Eurythmics

Original Air Date—11 November 1989

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 15: Episode 6 -- Thanksgiving wishes from three special guys.

Season 15, Episode 6: Woody Harrelson/David Byrne

Original Air Date—18 November 1989

Season 15, Episode 7: John Goodman/k.d. lang

Original Air Date—2 December 1989

Season 15, Episode 8: Robert Wagner/Linda Ronstadt & Aaron Neville

Original Air Date—9 December 1989

Season 15, Episode 9: Andie MacDowell/Tracy Chapman

Original Air Date—16 December 1989

Season 15, Episode 10: Ed O'Neill/Harry Connick Jr.

Original Air Date—13 January 1990

Season 15, Episode 11: Christopher Walken/Bonnie Raitt

Original Air Date—20 January 1990

Season 15, Episode 12: Quincy Jones & Co.

Original Air Date—10 February 1990

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 15: Episode 13 -- They're not worthy when Aerosmith pays a visit.

Season 15, Episode 13: Tom Hanks/Aerosmith

Original Air Date—17 February 1990

Season 15, Episode 14: Fred Savage/Technotronic

Original Air Date—24 February 1990

Season 15, Episode 15: Rob Lowe/The Pogues

Original Air Date—17 March 1990

Season 15, Episode 16: Debra Winger/Eric Clapton

Original Air Date—24 March 1990

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 15: Episode 17 -- The most exciting sports show ever.
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Season 15, Episode 17: Corbin Bernsen/The Smithereens

Original Air Date—14 April 1990

Season 15, Episode 18: Alec Baldwin/The B-52's

Original Air Date—21 April 1990

Season 15, Episode 19: Andrew Dice Clay/Julee Cruise/Spanic Boys

Original Air Date—12 May 1990

Season 15, Episode 20: Candice Bergen/The Notting Hillbillies

Original Air Date—19 May 1990

Season 16


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 1 -- Luther Campbell gets some friendly advice.

Season 16, Episode 1: Kyle MacLachlan/Sinéad O'Connor

Original Air Date—29 September 1990

Season 16, Episode 2: Susan Lucci/Hothouse Flowers

Original Air Date—6 October 1990

Season 16, Episode 3: George Steinbrenner/Morris Day & The Time

Original Air Date—20 October 1990

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 4 -- A good old family-run establishment.
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Season 16, Episode 4: Patrick Swayze/Mariah Carey

Original Air Date—27 October 1990

Season 16, Episode 5: Jimmy Smits/World Party

Original Air Date—10 November 1990

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 6 -- Just pump it... Pump it up!

Season 16, Episode 6: Dennis Hopper/Paul Simon

Original Air Date—17 November 1990

Season 16, Episode 7: John Goodman/Faith No More

Original Air Date—1 December 1990

Season 16, Episode 8: Tom Hanks/Edie Brickell & New Bohemians

Original Air Date—8 December 1990

Season 16, Episode 9: Dennis Quaid/The Neville Brothers

Original Air Date—15 December 1990

Season 16, Episode 10: Joe Mantegna/Vanilla Ice

Original Air Date—12 January 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 11 -- The British toothpaste.
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Season 16, Episode 11: Sting

Original Air Date—19 January 1991

Season 16, Episode 12: Kevin Bacon/INXS

Original Air Date—9 February 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 13 -- Iraqi Pete, the man you love to hate

Season 16, Episode 13: Roseanne Barr/Deee-lite

Original Air Date—16 February 1991

Season 16, Episode 14: Alec Baldwin/Whitney Houston

Original Air Date—23 February 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 15 -- It's easy to see why these losers aren't getting' any.

Season 16, Episode 15: Michael J. Fox/Black Crowes

Original Air Date—16 March 1991

Season 16, Episode 16: Jeremy Irons/Fishbone

Original Air Date—23 March 1991

Season 16, Episode 17: Catherine O'Hara/R.E.M.

Original Air Date—13 April 1991

Season 16, Episode 18: Steven Segal/Michael Bolton

Original Air Date—20 April 1991

Season 16, Episode 19: Delta Burke/Chris Isaak

Original Air Date—11 May 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 16: Episode 20 -- It's the Carsenio Hall show, with your host... Carsenio!
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Season 16, Episode 20: George Wendt/Elvis Costello

Original Air Date—18 May 1991

Season 17


Season 17, Episode 1: Michael Jordan/Public Enemy

Original Air Date—28 September 1991

Season 17, Episode 2: Jeff Daniels/Color Me Badd

Original Air Date—5 October 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 3 -- Fine dining plus a little extra on the side.

Season 17, Episode 3: Kirstie Alley/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—12 October 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 4 -- Enjoy a tall can of malt liquor.

Season 17, Episode 4: Christian Slater/Bonnie Raitt

Original Air Date—26 October 1991

Season 17, Episode 5: Kiefer Sutherland/Skid Row

Original Air Date—2 November 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 6 -- Can you tell the which one is instant?
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Season 17, Episode 6: Linda Hamilton/Mariah Carey

Original Air Date—16 November 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 7 -- For two people who love spending time with each other.

Season 17, Episode 7: Macaulay Culkin/Tin Machine

Original Air Date—23 November 1991

Season 17, Episode 8: Hammer

Original Air Date—7 December 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 9 -- No, sir. For a change, Steve's not gonna phone it in tonight in this musical opener.

Season 17, Episode 9: Steve Martin/James Taylor

Original Air Date—14 December 1991

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 10 -- Salon is more than a word.

Season 17, Episode 10: Rob Morrow/Nirvana

Original Air Date—11 January 1992

Season 17, Episode 11: Chevy Chase/Robbie Robertson, Bruce Hornsby

Original Air Date—18 January 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 12 -- Onion, cajun, funyon.

Season 17, Episode 12: Susan Dey/C+C Music Factory

Original Air Date—8 February 1992

Season 17, Episode 13: Jason Priestly/Teenage Fanclub

Original Air Date—15 February 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 14 -- Barbara! I'm verlempt, talk among yourselves.

Season 17, Episode 14: Roseanne & Tom Arnold/Red Hot Chili Peppers

Original Air Date—22 February 1992

Season 17, Episode 15: John Goodman/Garth Brooks

Original Air Date—14 March 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 16 -- Can psychic's really get on a game show?

Season 17, Episode 16: Mary Stuart Masterson/En Vogue

Original Air Date—21 March 1992
Mary Stuart Masterson hosts this episode, and En Vogue are the musical guests.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 17 -- Can I go home yet?

Season 17, Episode 17: Sharon Stone/Pearl Jam

Original Air Date—11 April 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 18 -- Now that's-a-good editorialosima.

Season 17, Episode 18: Jerry Seinfeld/Annie Lennox

Original Air Date—18 April 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 19 -- Ross Perot is has some new ideas if you would just listen.

Season 17, Episode 19: Tom Hanks/Bruce Springsteen

Original Air Date—9 May 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 17: Episode 20 -- Weird wild stuff for Carson's big anniversary.

Season 17, Episode 20: Woody Harrelson/Vanessa Williams

Original Air Date—16 May 1992

Season 18


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 1 -- Does your dog smell? Then get Canis today.
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Season 18, Episode 1: Nicolas Cage/Bobby Brown

Original Air Date—28 September 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 2 -- The number of magical fish is on the decline.

Season 18, Episode 2: Tim Robbins/Sinead O'Connor

Original Air Date—3 October 1992
Tim Robbins is the host and Sinead O'Connor is the musical guest (her second appearance). The cold opening is a spoof of Ross Perot's 1992 "United We Stand, America" campaign. Tim Robbins delivers a monologue critical of General Electric, the parent company of NBC. Caracci's Pizza promises absurd and questionable discounts on their TV commercials. The Founding Fathers face a contemporary style press conference. Jack Handey's latest deep thoughts are on a movie about a brain damaged scientist. Dennis Miller (actually Dana Carvey) hosts a cooking show riddled with political commentary on "Cooking With Dennis Miller." TV commercial for yogurt substitute "That's Not Yogurt." Sunday Morning Videos, hosted by Reverend Owen E. Veneble (Robbins). Weekend Update with Kevin Nealon contains another installment of The Hollywood Minute with David Spade. Bob Roberts and other young campers sing songs and burn books by the campfire. Larry King interviews former Beach Boy Brian Wilson and Ross Perot. Tori Spelling (Melanie Hutsell) hosts her own reality TV show, "Sweet Jimmy, The World's Nicest Pimp." More Daily Affirmations with Stuart Smalley.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 3 -- Just shut your mouth and figgetaboutit.

Season 18, Episode 3: Joe Pesci/Spin Doctors

Original Air Date—10 October 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 4 -- A power so mighty, only one man can wield it.
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Season 18, Episode 4: Christopher Walken/Arrested Development

Original Air Date—24 October 1992

Season 18, Episode 5: Catharine O'Hara/10,000 Maniacs

Original Air Date—31 October 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 6 -- Always listen to your grandma.

Season 18, Episode 6: Michael Keaton/Morrissey

Original Air Date—14 November 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 7 -- Adam shares another holiday original.
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Season 18, Episode 7: Sinbad/Sade

Original Air Date—21 November 1992

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 8 -- Better bolt everything down before Clinton eats it all.

Season 18, Episode 8: Tom Arnold/Neil Young

Original Air Date—5 December 1992

Season 18, Episode 9: Glenn Close/Black Crowes

Original Air Date—12 December 1992

Season 18, Episode 10: Danny DeVito/Bon Jovi

Original Air Date—9 January 1993

Season 18, Episode 11: Harvey Keitel/Madonna

Original Air Date—16 January 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 12 -- The Prince of England addresses a live audience.

Season 18, Episode 12: Luke Perry/Mick Jagger

Original Air Date—6 February 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 13 -- Fall out of The Gap
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Season 18, Episode 13: Alec Baldwin/Paul McCartney

Original Air Date—13 February 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 14 -- You'll sleep like a baby with Hibernol.

Season 18, Episode 14: Bill Murray/Sting

Original Air Date—20 February 1993

Season 18, Episode 15: John Goodman/Mary J. Blige

Original Air Date—13 March 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 16 -- Yo yo yo! check it out! It's the Def Magic Jam!

Season 18, Episode 16: Miranda Richardson/Soul Asylum

Original Air Date—20 March 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 17 -- Bennett Brauer with "commentary".

Season 18, Episode 17: Jason Alexander/Peter Gabriel

Original Air Date—10 April 1993

Season 18, Episode 18: Kirstie Alley/Lenny Kravitz

Original Air Date—24 April 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 19 -- You can't go wrong when you focus on beauty.
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Season 18, Episode 19: Christina Applegate/Midnight Oil

Original Air Date—15 May 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 18: Episode 20 -- Bennett Brauer with another commentary.

Season 18, Episode 20: Kevin Kline/Willie Nelson & Paul Simon

Original Air Date—22 May 1993

Season 19


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 1 -- Sir Charles weighs in on China's birthday.
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Season 19, Episode 1: Charles Barkley/Nirvana

Original Air Date—25 September 1993

Season 19, Episode 2: Shannon Doherty/Cypress Hill

Original Air Date—2 October 1993

Season 19, Episode 3: Jeff Goldblum/Aerosmith

Original Air Date—9 October 1993

Season 19, Episode 4: John Malkovich/Billy Joel

Original Air Date—23 October 1993

Season 19, Episode 5: Christian Slater/Smashing Pumpkins

Original Air Date—31 October 1993

Season 19, Episode 6: Rosie O'Donnell/James Taylor

Original Air Date—13 November 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 7 -- You bet he needs to wear that helmet.

Season 19, Episode 7: Nicole Kidman/Stone Temple Pilots

Original Air Date—20 November 1993

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 8 -- Please use this service? Please

Season 19, Episode 8: Charlton Heston/Paul Westerberg

Original Air Date—4 December 1993

Season 19, Episode 9: Sally Field/Tony! Toni! Tone!

Original Air Date—11 December 1993

Season 19, Episode 10: Jason Patric/Blind Melon

Original Air Date—8 January 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 11 -- Three of the prettiest ladies you will ever see.

Season 19, Episode 11: Sara Gilbert/Counting Crows

Original Air Date—15 January 1994

Season 19, Episode 12: Patrick Stewart/Salt-N-Pepa

Original Air Date—5 February 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 13 -- American tourist + Japanese game show = big trouble in little Tokyo.
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Season 19, Episode 13: Alec Baldwin & Kim Basinger/UB40

Original Air Date—12 February 1994

Season 19, Episode 14: Martin Lawrence/Crash Test Dummies

Original Air Date—19 February 1994

Season 19, Episode 15: Nancy Kerrigan/Aretha Franklin

Original Air Date—12 March 1994

Season 19, Episode 16: Helen Hunt/Snoop Doggy Dogg

Original Air Date—19 March 1994

Season 19, Episode 17: Kelsey Grammer/Dwight Yoakam

Original Air Date—9 April 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 18 -- Now that's-a-good editorialosima

Season 19, Episode 18: Emilio Estevez/Pearl Jam

Original Air Date—16 April 1994

Season 19, Episode 19: John Goodman/The Pretenders

Original Air Date—7 May 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 19: Episode 20 -- The hairball removed that will make your cat go "Eych."

Season 19, Episode 20: Heather Locklear/Janet Jackson

Original Air Date—14 May 1994

Season 20


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 1 -- All you have to do is apply it for a few minutes.

Season 20, Episode 1: Steve Martin/Eric Clapton

Original Air Date—24 September 1994

Season 20, Episode 2: Marisa Tomei/Bonnie Raitt

Original Air Date—1 October 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 3 -- Adam sings an original song about Sandler Update Song Hanukkah.

Season 20, Episode 3: John Travolta/Seal

Original Air Date—15 October 1994
John Travolta is the host and Seal is the musical guest. The cold opener contains Travolta walking to the SNL studios and desperately trying to get away from the theme from "Saturday Night Fever," as it follows him everywhere he goes. During his monologue, he tries to push his latest film "Pulp Fiction" while somewhat cleverly hiding references to his past work. A woman(Janeane Garofalo) in a commercial pitching the latest plumbing product; "Bathroom Monkey." On "Coffee Talk," Linda Richman's latest guest is a man(Travolta) who takes his Barbara Striesand impersonations a little too far... and oddly, she's okay with that. Dracula(Travolta, again) invites a young couple into his castle, spends half the night trying to disprove their assumptions that he's gay with disastrous results. Two Guys from a Religious Cult(David Spade & Adam Sandler) do the weather on Weekend Update. Quentin Tarantino brings the Sweathogs to the big screen with his remake of "Welcome Back, Kotter," adding a couple of surprise guests along the way. At a women's self-defense course, a mock-assailant(Chris Elliot) gets more than his fair share of crotch-kickings and other clobberings. Larry King interviews Marlon Brando(Travolta) from his Beverly Hills home after Brando was accused of anti-semitism for the second time. A boss keeps two of his workers who hate each other in a cramped office. A dope-dealing mob boss(Travolta) genuinely can't hear the insults and threats from his victims. Seal performs "Prayer For the Dying" and "Crazy."

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 4 -- The sensual art of grinding pepper

Season 20, Episode 4: Dana Carvey/Edie Brickell & Paul Simon

Original Air Date—22 October 1994

Season 20, Episode 5: Sarah Jessica Parker/R.E.M.

Original Air Date—12 November 1994
Sarah Jessica Parker hosts this episode and R.E.M. is the musical guest In the cold opening, Congressman Bob Hudnut (Chris Elliot) gives his concession speech, after losing his 1994 reelection Campaign. Sarah Jessica Parker's Monologue is a rewrite of "Tomorrow" tailored to Democrat election losses in Congress and the Senate. Commercial for Eterna-Rest coffins: Corpses rest with greater peace on more comfortable mattress. Brooklyn-based morning show "Good Morning Brooklyn" includes guests such as an up-and-coming actor named Angelo (Adam Sandler), and a free karate demonstration by James Barone(Jay Mohr). Nice & Naughty Guitarists tempt Parker with their own love ballads, both of which she shares duets with. Weekend Update with Norm MacDonald includes Gil Graham (Sandler) relating bad experiences at Led Zeppelin concert. Even Confucius (Chris Farley) can't satisfy fortune cookie maker (Mike Myers). Robert Evans(Michael McKean) hits on young wanna-be actress(Parker) on the Casting Couch. The Munchkins of Oz are less than appreciative of Dorothy's (Garofolo) accidental killing of Wicked Witch, despite Glinda the Good Witch's(Parker) insistence to the contrary. Bill Murray, delivers a eulogy for former SNL cast-member, writer, and producer Michael O'Donoghue along with an encore of "Soiled Kimono" skit. R.E.M. performs the songs "What's The Frequency, Kenneth?," "Bang & Blame," and "I Don't Sleep, I Dream."

Season 20, Episode 6: John Turturro/Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—17 November 1994

Season 20, Episode 7: Roseanne/Green Day

Original Air Date—3 December 1994

Season 20, Episode 8: Alec Baldwin/Beastie Boys

Original Air Date—10 December 1994
Alec Baldwin hosts this episode (his fifth appearance as host), and The Beastie Boys are the musical guests. In the cold opener, former Surgeon General Dr. Joycelyn Elders (Ellen Cleghorne) delivers a pro-masturbation speech upon her resignation. Alec Baldwin's Monologue involves a reaction to some complaints about a February 12, 1994 Canteen Boy sketch involving Baldwin and Adam Sandler, in which Baldwin played a child molester. Repeat of Lexon Paradox commercial spoof(See episode October 1, 1994). A Cop (Kevin Nealon) encounters a suburban family playing Santa Claus with their kids, only to find that they aren't really playing. Plastic surgeons (Baldwin, Chris Elliot, Janene Garafalo) save train wreck victims in the medical drama "L.A. Breast & Penis." Larry Templeton (Chris Farley) is an unexpected and confused contestant of a Japanese Game Show. Another Weekend Update with Norm MacDonald. The mangled body of a gunshot victim causes a cavalcade of vomit in New York, in the police drama "Rookie Cop." The soap opera parody "The Young & The Youthful" revolves around wealthy Pierce and his mentally-retarded brother Petey (both played by Baldwin). Parents (Michael McKean, Garafalo) battle kids during a family road trip. A bride-to-be (Garafalo) takes an unsexy exotic dancer (Chris Elliot) to court, after being traumatized by his act during a bachelorette party. Auctioneers (Baldwin, Elliot) have stolen celebrity items on the block, including some owned by Christian Slater(Himself) who tries to get them back. Jack Handey's Deep Thoughts of the night involve the apparent beauty of jellyfish. The Beastie Boys perform the songs "Sure Shot," "Ricky's Theme" & "Heart-Attack Man."

Season 20, Episode 9: George Foreman/Hole

Original Air Date—17 December 1994

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 10 -- Ron Wood, ET's newest addition.

Season 20, Episode 10: Jeff Daniels/Luscious Jackson

Original Air Date—14 January 1995

Season 20, Episode 11: David Hyde Pierce/Live

Original Air Date—21 January 1995

Season 20, Episode 12: Bob Newhart/Des'ree

Original Air Date—11 February 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 13 -- One more-a-once on-a the opera man

Season 20, Episode 13: Deion Sanders/Bon Jovi

Original Air Date—18 February 1995

Season 20, Episode 14: George Clooney/The Cranberries

Original Air Date—25 February 1995

Season 20, Episode 15: Paul Reiser/Annie Lennox

Original Air Date—18 March 1995

Season 20, Episode 16: John Goodman/Tragically Hip

Original Air Date—25 March 1995

Season 20, Episode 17: Damon Wayans/Dionne Farris

Original Air Date—8 April 1995

Season 20, Episode 18: Courtney Cox/Dave Matthews Band

Original Air Date—15 April 1995

Season 20, Episode 19: Bob Saget/TLC

Original Air Date—6 May 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 20: Episode 20 -- Flip through Zagats.

Season 20, Episode 20: David Duchovny/Rod Stewart

Original Air Date—13 May 1995

Season 21


Season 21, Episode 1: Mariel Hemingway/Blues Traveler

Original Air Date—30 September 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 2 -- Beware the Blow Fish Terrorists.

Season 21, Episode 2: Chevy Chase/Lisa Loeb and Nine Stories

Original Air Date—7 October 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 3 -- Jack Handy recalls a Thanksgiving memory.
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Season 21, Episode 3: David Schwimmer/Natalie Merchant

Original Air Date—21 October 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 4 -- Sometimes, when I get nervous...

Season 21, Episode 4: Gabriel Byrne/Alanis Morissette

Original Air Date—28 October 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 5 -- Come on, it's warm and safe in here.

Season 21, Episode 5: Quentin Tarantino/Smashing Pumpkins

Original Air Date—11 November 1995

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 6 -- And now, Sam Waterston for Old Glory Insurance.

Season 21, Episode 6: Laura Leighton/Rancid

Original Air Date—18 November 1995

Season 21, Episode 7: Anthony Edwards/Foo Fighters

Original Air Date—2 December 1995

Season 21, Episode 8: David Alan Grier/Silverchair

Original Air Date—9 December 1995

Season 21, Episode 9: Madeline Kahn/Bush

Original Air Date—16 December 1995

Season 21, Episode 10: Christopher Walken/Joan Osborne

Original Air Date—13 January 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 11 -- Salesman at a airport bar toast a legend.
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Season 21, Episode 11: Alec Baldwin/Tori Amos

Original Air Date—20 January 1996

Season 21, Episode 12: Danny Aiello/Coolio

Original Air Date—10 February 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 13 -- All you add is water.

Season 21, Episode 13: Tom Arnold/2Pac

Original Air Date—17 February 1996

Season 21, Episode 14: Elle MacPherson/Sting

Original Air Date—24 February 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 15 -- Salesman at the hotel bar toast Bill Brasky.

Season 21, Episode 15: John Goodman/Everclear

Original Air Date—16 March 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 16 -- Get a Leg Up with Debbie Reynolds and Ann Miller

Season 21, Episode 16: Phil Hartman/Gin Blossoms

Original Air Date—23 March 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 17 -- Has anyone seen Candy Slice?

Season 21, Episode 17: Steve Forbes/Rage Against the Machine

Original Air Date—13 April 1996

Season 21, Episode 18: Teri Hatcher/Dave Matthews Band

Original Air Date—20 April 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 21: Episode 19 -- Get yourself a little Love.

Season 21, Episode 19: Christine Baranski/The Cure

Original Air Date—11 May 1996

Season 21, Episode 20: Jim Carrey/Soundgarden

Original Air Date—18 May 1996

Season 22


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 1 -- Aren't Kerri and Kippy cute?
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Season 22, Episode 1: Tom Hanks/Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—28 September 1996

Season 22, Episode 2: Lisa Kudrow/Sheryl Crow

Original Air Date—5 October 1996

Season 22, Episode 3: Bill Pullman/New Edition

Original Air Date—19 October 1996

Season 22, Episode 4: Dana Carvey/Dr. Dre

Original Air Date—26 October 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 5 -- See Chris's reaction when he learns he's the "cold open."
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Season 22, Episode 5: Chris Rock/The Wallflowers

Original Air Date—2 November 1996

Season 22, Episode 6: Robert Downey Jr/Fiona Apple

Original Air Date—16 November 1996

Season 22, Episode 7: Phil Hartman/Bush

Original Air Date—23 November 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 8 -- Karate for almost everyone.

Season 22, Episode 8: Martin Short/No Doubt

Original Air Date—7 December 1996

Season 22, Episode 9: Rosie O'Donnell/Whitney Houston

Original Air Date—14 December 1996

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 10 -- John Cleese and Michael Palin of Monty Python perform their classic sketch.
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Season 22, Episode 10: Kevin Spacey/Beck

Original Air Date—11 January 1997

Season 22, Episode 11: David Alan Grier/Snoop Doggy Dogg

Original Air Date—18 January 1997

Season 22, Episode 12: Neve Campbell/David Bowie

Original Air Date—8 February 1997

Season 22, Episode 13: Chevy Chase/Live

Original Air Date—15 February 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 14 -- It's hard out there for a 70s porn star.

Season 22, Episode 14: Alec Baldwin/Tina Turner

Original Air Date—22 February 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 15 -- The Shaq Plaque is one of a kind!
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Season 22, Episode 15: Sting/Veruca Salt

Original Air Date—15 March 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 16 -- He likes to make drawings for you.

Season 22, Episode 16: Mike Myers/Aerosmith

Original Air Date—22 March 1997

Season 22, Episode 17: Rob Lowe/Spice Girls

Original Air Date—12 April 1997

Season 22, Episode 18: Pamela Lee/Rollins Band

Original Air Date—19 April 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 22: Episode 19 -- The legend of Brasky is discussed

Season 22, Episode 19: John Goodman/Jewel

Original Air Date—10 May 1997

Season 22, Episode 20: Jeff Goldblum/En Vogue

Original Air Date—17 May 1997

Season 23


Season 23, Episode 1: Sylvester Stallone/Jamiroquai

Original Air Date—27 September 1997

Season 23, Episode 2: Matthew Perry/Oasis

Original Air Date—4 October 1997

Season 23, Episode 3: Brendan Fraser/Björk

Original Air Date—18 October 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 4 -- Meet the other black guy on the show
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Season 23, Episode 4: Chris Farley/The Mighty Mighty Bosstones

Original Air Date—25 October 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 5 -- The last time to make the donuts.

Season 23, Episode 5: Jon Lovitz/Jane's Addiction

Original Air Date—8 November 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 6 -- Tracy Morgan as Star Jones.

Season 23, Episode 6: Claire Danes/Mariah Carey

Original Air Date—15 November 1997

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 7 -- The dogs are in a better place...

Season 23, Episode 7: Rudy Giuliani/Sarah McLachlan

Original Air Date—22 November 1997

Season 23, Episode 8: Nathan Lane/Metallica

Original Air Date—6 December 1997

Season 23, Episode 9: Helen Hunt/Hanson

Original Air Date—13 December 1997

Season 23, Episode 10: Samuel L. Jackson/Ben Folds Five

Original Air Date—10 January 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 11 -- They put the fun in dysfunction.

Season 23, Episode 11: Sarah Michelle Gellar/Portishead

Original Air Date—17 January 1998

Season 23, Episode 12: John Goodman/Paula Cole

Original Air Date—7 February 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 23: Episode 13 -- Monica Lewinsky confesses all.

Season 23, Episode 13: Roma Downey/Missy 'Misdemeanor' Elliott

Original Air Date—14 February 1998

Season 23, Episode 14: Garth Brooks

Original Air Date—28 February 1998

Season 23, Episode 15: Scott Wolf/Natalie Imbruglia

Original Air Date—7 March 1998

Season 23, Episode 16: Juliane Moore/Backstreet Boys

Original Air Date—14 March 1998

Season 23, Episode 17: Steve Buscemi/Third Eye Blind

Original Air Date—4 April 1998

Season 23, Episode 18: Greg Kinnear/All Saints

Original Air Date—11 April 1998

Season 23, Episode 19: Matthew Broderick/Natalie Merchant

Original Air Date—2 May 1998

Season 23, Episode 20: David Duchovny/Puff Daddy/Jimmy Page

Original Air Date—9 May 1998

Season 24


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 1 -- Dominican Lou loves Sammy Sosa!
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Season 24, Episode 1: Cameron Diaz/Smashing Pumpkins

Original Air Date—26 September 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 2 -- Discipline is hardest on the parent.

Season 24, Episode 2: Kelsey Grammer/Sheryl Crow

Original Air Date—3 October 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 3 -- The hottest nude, male model of all time.

Season 24, Episode 3: Lucy Lawless/Elliot Smith

Original Air Date—17 October 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 4 -- Another round of Celebrity Jeopardy with Tom Cruise, Adam Sandler, and Sean Connery.
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Season 24, Episode 4: Ben Stiller/Alanis Morrisette

Original Air Date—24 October 1998

Season 24, Episode 5: David Spade/Eagle-Eye Cherry

Original Air Date—7 November 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 6 -- If you're ever in trouble, you'll want this man on your side.

Season 24, Episode 6: Joan Allen/Jewel

Original Air Date—14 November 1998

Season 24, Episode 7: Jennifer Love Hewitt/Beastie Boys

Original Air Date—21 November 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 8 -- Now for another edition of Pimp Chat.

Season 24, Episode 8: Vince Vaughn/Lauryn Hill

Original Air Date—5 December 1998

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 24: Episode 9 -- PAVAROTTI/WILLIAMS "Come all Ye Faithful"

Season 24, Episode 9: Alec Baldwin/Luciano Pavarotti, Vanessa Williams

Original Air Date—12 December 1998

Season 24, Episode 10: Bill Paxton/Beck

Original Air Date—9 January 1999

Season 24, Episode 11: James Van Der Beek/Everlast

Original Air Date—16 January 1999

Season 24, Episode 12: Gwyneth Paltrow/Barenaked Ladies

Original Air Date—6 February 1999

Season 24, Episode 13: Brendan Fraser/The Roots

Original Air Date—13 February 1999

Season 24, Episode 14: Bill Murray/Lucinda Williams

Original Air Date—20 February 1999

Season 24, Episode 15: Ray Romano/The Corrs

Original Air Date—13 March 1999

Season 24, Episode 16: Drew Barrymore/Garbage

Original Air Date—20 March 1999

Season 24, Episode 17: John Goodman/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers

Original Air Date—10 April 1999

Season 24, Episode 18: Cuba Gooding, Jr./Ricky Martin

Original Air Date—8 May 1999

Season 24, Episode 19: Sarah Michelle Gellar/Backstreet Boys

Original Air Date—15 May 1999

Season 25


Season 25, Episode 1: Jerry Seinfeld/David Bowie

Original Air Date—2 October 1999

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 2 -- Forget the cat. Use the poop.

Season 25, Episode 2: Heather Graham/Marc Anthony

Original Air Date—16 October 1999

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 3 -- Two giant powdery fans drop by to see Norm on Update
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Season 25, Episode 3: Norm Macdonald/Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg

Original Air Date—23 October 1999

Season 25, Episode 4: Dylan McDermott/Foo Fighters

Original Air Date—6 November 1999

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 5 -- Tracy Morgan has some questions for Garth.
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Season 25, Episode 5: Garth Brooks/Chris Gaines

Original Air Date—13 November 1999

Season 25, Episode 6: Jennifer Aniston/Sting

Original Air Date—20 November 1999

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 7 -- Make a demon frown... watch Goth Talk!

Season 25, Episode 7: Christina Ricci/Beck

Original Air Date—4 December 1999

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 8 -- What's a little cheating between Boston Teens
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Season 25, Episode 8: Danny DeVito/R.E.M.

Original Air Date—11 December 1999

Season 25, Episode 9: Jamie Foxx/Blink-182

Original Air Date—8 January 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 10 -- Is that really your final answer?

Season 25, Episode 10: Freddie Prinze, Jr./Macy Gray

Original Air Date—15 January 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 11 -- Screw Aunt Jemima... drink Uncle's mash liquor

Season 25, Episode 11: Alan Cumming/Jennifer Lopez

Original Air Date—5 February 2000

Season 25, Episode 12: Julianna Margulies/DMX

Original Air Date—12 February 2000

Season 25, Episode 13: Ben Affleck/Fiona Apple

Original Air Date—19 February 2000

Season 25, Episode 14: Joshua Jackson/'N Sync

Original Air Date—11 March 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 15 -- Welcome to Brian's wacky world of animals.

Season 25, Episode 15: The Rock/AC/DC

Original Air Date—18 March 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 25: Episode 16 -- A whole new meaning to the word "clueless".

Season 25, Episode 16: Christopher Walken/Christina Aguilera

Original Air Date—8 April 2000

Season 25, Episode 17: Tobey Maguire/Sisqo

Original Air Date—15 April 2000

Season 25, Episode 18: John Goodman/Neil Young

Original Air Date—6 May 2000

Season 25, Episode 19: Britney Spears

Original Air Date—13 May 2000

Season 25, Episode 20: Jackie Chan/Kid Rock

Original Air Date—20 May 2000

Season 26


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 1 -- An airport bar - the pefect place for a blind date.

Season 26, Episode 1: Rob Lowe/Eminem

Original Air Date—7 October 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 2 -- James Lipton welcomes Drew Barrymore.

Season 26, Episode 2: Kate Hudson/Radiohead

Original Air Date—14 October 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 3 -- Jimmy Fallon stands by his review of 'Meet the Parents'.
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Season 26, Episode 3: Dana Carvey/The Wallflowers

Original Air Date—21 October 2000

Season 26, Episode 4: Charlize Theron/Paul Simon

Original Air Date—4 November 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 5 -- Start your day with the cereal that has extra oomph.

Season 26, Episode 5: Calista Flockhart/Ricky Martin

Original Air Date—11 November 2000

Season 26, Episode 6: Tom Green/David Gray

Original Air Date—18 November 2000

Season 26, Episode 7: Val Kilmer/U2

Original Air Date—9 December 2000

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 8 -- Horatio and crew perform a holiday original.

Season 26, Episode 8: Lucy Liu/Jay-Z

Original Air Date—16 December 2000

Season 26, Episode 9: Charlie Sheen/Nelly Furtado

Original Air Date—13 January 2001

Season 26, Episode 10: Mena Suvari/Lenny Kravitz

Original Air Date—20 January 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 11 -- Dog attorney at your service.
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Season 26, Episode 11: Jennifer Lopez

Original Air Date—11 February 2001

Season 26, Episode 12: Sean Hayes/Shaggy

Original Air Date—17 February 2001

Season 26, Episode 13: Katie Holmes/Dave Matthews Band

Original Air Date—24 February 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 14 -- More food than you can ever, ever eat.

Season 26, Episode 14: Conan O'Brien/Don Henley

Original Air Date—10 March 2001

Season 26, Episode 15: Julia Stiles/Aerosmith

Original Air Date—17 March 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 16 -- It's a great time to invest!
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Season 26, Episode 16: Alec Baldwin/Coldplay

Original Air Date—7 April 2001

Season 26, Episode 17: Renée Zellweger/Eve

Original Air Date—14 April 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 18 -- It's time for a black 007.

Season 26, Episode 18: Pierce Brosnan/Destiny's Child

Original Air Date—5 May 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 26: Episode 19 -- You only got one shot to make it with Bon Jovi.

Season 26, Episode 19: Lara Flynn Boyle/Bon Jovi

Original Air Date—12 May 2001

Season 26, Episode 20: Christopher Walken/Weezer

Original Air Date—19 May 2001

Season 27


Season 27, Episode 1: Reese Witherspoon/Alicia Keys

Original Air Date—29 September 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 2 -- Give a man a webcam and he thinks he can get away with anything.

Season 27, Episode 2: Seann William Scott/Sum41

Original Air Date—6 October 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 3 -- Gay Hitler stops by the Update desk.

Season 27, Episode 3: Drew Barrymore/Macy Gray

Original Air Date—13 October 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 4 -- Down home white trash domestic violence.
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Season 27, Episode 4: John Goodman/Ja Rule

Original Air Date—3 November 2001

Season 27, Episode 5: Gwyneth Paltrow/Ryan Adams

Original Air Date—10 November 2001

Season 27, Episode 6: Billy Bob Thornton/Creed

Original Air Date—17 November 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 7 -- The newest way to train your dog.

Season 27, Episode 7: Derek Jeter/Shakira/Bubba Sparxxx

Original Air Date—1 December 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 8 -- Hugh Jackman introduces a holiday tale from down under.

Season 27, Episode 8: Hugh Jackman/Mick Jagger

Original Air Date—8 December 2001
Austrialian actor Hugh Jackman hosts this entertaining Christmas installment, with musical guest Mick Jagger. The "cold opening" features Will Farrell as George W. Bush, and Daryl Hammond as Al Gore speaking on the phone, as Gore hopes to negotiate possible new role for himself in the White House. Condy Rice and Dick Cheney listen bored, and Donald Rumsfeld eventually cuts the meeting short. In the opening monologue, after discarding other ideas, Hugh Jackman launches into a heartfelt rendition of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," backed up by the ladies in the cast. Skits include "Jared's Room," the web-cast from dread-locked Jimmy Fallon's dorm room, with Horatio Sanz as his stoner buddy, and Jackman as the nerd in the room next door. Jeff Richards as "Drunk Girl" makes a hilarious appearance on "Weekend Update." Next Jackman plays a doll designer in "Hello Dolly," where he presents some baby dolls doing unusual activities. Soon Jimmy Fallon and Mick Jagger square off through a mirror, as Fallon expertly imitates the rock icon as they both try to decide what moves to use on the program. Maya Rudolph aptly lampoons Donatella Versace, smoking in her bathtub as she interviews guests on her self-promoting show. Jackman plays a hot German male model (who's stayed with Donatella for eight months), and Mick Jagger does an expert Karl Lagerfeld. Lastly, Hugh Jackman recalls his Christmases in Australia, where a boxing kangaroo would visit each year. When Jackman's Dad, portrayed by Will Farrell, failed to best the kangaroo in a bout, the beast would take unfair advantage of the Dad in a rude way. Eventually, the young Jackman and his sister wonder if their Dad isn't purposely letting the kangaroo win.

Season 27, Episode 9: Ellen Degeneres/No Doubt

Original Air Date—15 December 2001

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 27: Episode 10 -- Maya Angelou brings her literature to Weekend Update.

Season 27, Episode 10: Josh Hartnett/Pink

Original Air Date—12 January 2002

Season 27, Episode 11: Jack Black/The Strokes

Original Air Date—19 January 2002

Season 27, Episode 12: Britney Spears

Original Air Date—2 February 2002

Season 27, Episode 13: Jonny Moseley/Outkast

Original Air Date—2 March 2002

Season 27, Episode 14: Jon Stewart/India.Arie

Original Air Date—9 March 2002

Season 27, Episode 15: Ian McKellen/Kylie Minogue

Original Air Date—16 March 2002

Season 27, Episode 16: Cameron Diaz/Jimmy Eat World

Original Air Date—6 April 2002

Season 27, Episode 17: The Rock/Andrew W.K.

Original Air Date—13 April 2002

Season 27, Episode 18: Alec Baldwin/P.O.D.

Original Air Date—20 April 2002

Season 27, Episode 19: Kirsten Dunst/Eminem

Original Air Date—11 May 2002

Season 27, Episode 20: Winona Ryder/Moby

Original Air Date—18 May 2002

Season 28


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 1 -- Remember to take the safety off.
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Season 28, Episode 1: Matt Damon/Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band

Original Air Date—5 October 2002

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 2 -- Keep changing your attitude.
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Season 28, Episode 2: Sarah Michelle Gellar/Faith Hill

Original Air Date—12 October 2002

Update: Sen. McCain: Season 28: Episode 3 -- Sen. McCain visits Update to reveal new strategies
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Season 28, Episode 3: Senator John McCain/The White Stripes

Original Air Date—19 October 2002

Season 28, Episode 4: Eric McCormack/Jay-Z

Original Air Date—2 November 2002
In the opening monologue, Rudolph Guiliani (Darrel Hammond) records campaign endorses; in the opening monologue, Eric McCormick states that he's anything but gay; one-legged Amber competes on The Bachelor; Rachel Dratch goes into a destructive rage when losing a game of Celebrity; political campaigns ask the viewers to personally call the candidates on the phone; Paula Zahn (Tina Fey) falls in love; On Weekend Update, Gene Shalit (Horatio Sans) makes cheesy puns for current movies; a councilman appears on Joey Mack's radio show; John Hancock insurance is sold for the worst of the worst-case scenarios; Johnny Knoxville (McCormick) stars in Jackass: The Musical; a barmaid (Maya Rudolph) sets Reggie (Tracy Morgan) straight on his stories; Jay-Z performs "Guns & Roses" with Lenny Kravitz and "'03 Bonnie & Clyde" with Beyoncé.

Season 28, Episode 5: Nia Vardalos/Eve

Original Air Date—9 November 2002

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 6 -- Donald stops in for some fine dining.

Season 28, Episode 6: Brittany Murphy/Nelly

Original Air Date—16 November 2002

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 7 -- Santa is having issues with his elf.

Season 28, Episode 7: Robert De Niro/Norah Jones

Original Air Date—7 December 2002

Season 28, Episode 8: Al Gore/Phish

Original Air Date—14 December 2002

Season 28, Episode 9: Jeff Gordon/Avril Lavigne

Original Air Date—11 January 2003

Season 28, Episode 10: Ray Liotta/The Donnas

Original Air Date—18 January 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 11 -- Two guys fixing tanks over here.

Season 28, Episode 11: Matthew McConaughey/Dixie Chicks

Original Air Date—8 February 2003

Season 28, Episode 12: Jennifer Garner/Beck

Original Air Date—15 February 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 13 -- Donald goes for help and ends up getting an education.
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Season 28, Episode 13: Christopher Walken/Foo Fighters

Original Air Date—22 February 2003

Season 28, Episode 14: Queen Latifah/Ms. Dynamite

Original Air Date—8 March 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 15 -- What's that growing up there?
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Season 28, Episode 15: Salma Hayek/Christina Aguilera

Original Air Date—15 March 2003

Season 28, Episode 16: Bernie Mac/Good Charlotte

Original Air Date—5 April 2003

Season 28, Episode 17: Ray Romano/Zwan

Original Air Date—12 April 2003

Season 28, Episode 18: Ashton Kutcher/50 Cent

Original Air Date—3 May 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 19 -- Bernie Mac hosts SNL April 5, 2003
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Season 28, Episode 19: Adrien Brody/Sean Paul & Wayne Wonder

Original Air Date—10 May 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 28: Episode 20 -- Donald gets in with a biker gang.

Season 28, Episode 20: Dan Aykroyd/Beyonce

Original Air Date—17 May 2003

Season 29


Season 29, Episode 1: Jack Black/John Mayer

Original Air Date—4 October 2003

Season 29, Episode 2: Justin Timberlake

Original Air Date—11 October 2003

Season 29, Episode 3: Halle Berry/Britney Spears

Original Air Date—18 October 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 4 -- What's Kelly's secret? Crack cocaine!

Season 29, Episode 4: Kelly Ripa/Outkast

Original Air Date—1 November 2003

Season 29, Episode 5: Andy Roddick/Dave Matthews

Original Air Date—8 November 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 6 -- The Falconer is trapped and Donald lands in Vegas.
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Season 29, Episode 6: Alec Baldwin/Missy Elliot

Original Air Date—15 November 2003

Season 29, Episode 7: Al Sharpton/Pink

Original Air Date—6 December 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 8 -- Fun with Real Audio: Bush Dress-Up

Season 29, Episode 8: Elijah Wood/Jet

Original Air Date—13 December 2003

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 9 -- The Black Eyed Peas are available for your party needs.

Season 29, Episode 9: Jennifer Aniston/Black Eyed Peas

Original Air Date—10 January 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 10 -- The King of Pop drops in on Tina and Jimmy.
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Season 29, Episode 10: Jessica Simpson and Nick Lachey/G-Unit

Original Air Date—17 January 2004

Season 29, Episode 11: Megan Mullally/Clay Aiken

Original Air Date—7 February 2004

Season 29, Episode 12: Drew Barrymore/Kelis

Original Air Date—14 February 2004

Season 29, Episode 13: Christina Aguilera/Maroon 5

Original Air Date—28 February 2004

Season 29, Episode 14: Colin Firth/Norah Jones

Original Air Date—6 March 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 15 -- Welcome to the morning madhouse!
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Season 29, Episode 15: Ben Affleck/N.E.R.D.

Original Air Date—13 March 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 16 -- In my day...
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Season 29, Episode 16: Donald Trump/Toots and the Maytals

Original Air Date—3 April 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 17 -- You look like an excellent cork soaker.

Season 29, Episode 17: Janet Jackson

Original Air Date—10 April 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 18 -- Erase regrets in an easy application!

Season 29, Episode 18: Lindsay Lohan/Usher

Original Air Date—1 May 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 29: Episode 19 -- Old school movie moguls still got it.

Season 29, Episode 19: Snoop Dogg/Avril Lavigne

Original Air Date—8 May 2004

Season 29, Episode 20: Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen/J-Kwon

Original Air Date—15 May 2004

Season 30


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 1 -- Yes, Dick Cheney's daughter is a lesbian.
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Season 30, Episode 1: Ben Affleck/Nelly

Original Air Date—2 October 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 2 -- For when racial tension gets too much.
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Season 30, Episode 2: Queen Latifah

Original Air Date—9 October 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 3 -- The amazing new toilet system you'll love.
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Season 30, Episode 3: Jude Law/Ashlee Simpson

Original Air Date—23 October 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 4 -- The mall with Kaitlin is Rick's worst nightmare.

Season 30, Episode 4: Kate Winslet/Eminem

Original Air Date—30 October 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 5 -- Trying to make a house a little less crap.

Season 30, Episode 5: Liam Neeson/Modest Mouse

Original Air Date—13 November 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 6 -- Debbie ruins another special day.
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Season 30, Episode 6: Luke Wilson/U2

Original Air Date—20 November 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 7 -- Owen and Carol attend a party unlike any they have ever been to before.
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Season 30, Episode 7: Colin Farrell/Scissor Sisters

Original Air Date—11 December 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 8 -- A little buddy to keep you feeling fresh.
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Season 30, Episode 8: Robert De Niro/Destiny's Child

Original Air Date—18 December 2004

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 9 -- When presidents get together, it's pure magic.
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Season 30, Episode 9: Topher Grace/The Killers

Original Air Date—15 January 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 10 -- Kaitlin goes to a musical instrument store.
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Season 30, Episode 10: Paul Giamatti/Ludacris featuring Sum-41

Original Air Date—22 January 2005

Season 30, Episode 11: Paris Hilton/Keane

Original Air Date—5 February 2005

Season 30, Episode 12: Jason Bateman/Kelly Clarkson

Original Air Date—12 February 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 13 -- The only show dedicated to botox and the botox lifestyle.
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Season 30, Episode 13: Hilary Swank/50 Cent

Original Air Date—19 February 2005

Season 30, Episode 14: David Spade/Jack Johnson

Original Air Date—12 March 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 15 -- Prepare for the return of the beaver.

Season 30, Episode 15: Ashton Kutcher/Gwen Stefani

Original Air Date—19 March 2005

Season 30, Episode 16: Cameron Diaz/Green Day

Original Air Date—9 April 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 17 -- The Falconer and falcon make a swap.
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Season 30, Episode 17: Tom Brady/Beck

Original Air Date—16 April 2005
This episode of April 2005 opens with Chris Parnell posing as beleaguered House of Representives Majority Leader Tom Delay. The opening credits roll and musical guest Beck and host Tom Brady are announced. Tom Brady soon takes the stage, and is soon joined by most of the cast to sing an outrageously egotistical song about himself. A fake commercial for an alternative to Viagra is show next. First skit then has Tom Brady at a carnival midway trying in vain to throw a football through a hole in the wall about six feet away. After that, Darryl Hammond impersonates Dr. Phil McGraw, and grills insensitive husband Tom Brady because he has no "emotional intelligence." Next is an involved episode of "The Falconer," which has the Falconer and Donald switching bodies. Tom Brady has a small part as a lost hiker. The TV funhouse segment is a mock industrial training film entitled "Sexual Harassment And You." It is filmed in 1950's style, and features Fred Armisen and Tom Brady as office workers who know the wrong and correct ways to approach women in the workplace. Next, Tom Brady appears in a genie costume to promote "Tom Brady's Falafal City," an Indian restaurant that he supposedly owns. Beck performs his first selection at this point. Following Beck is the "Weekend Update," with Tina and Amy, who are joined by a surprise visit by Jiminy Glick, an alter-ego of Martin Short. Next obnoxious and hyperactive "tween" Caitlyn torments her step-dad and her "Uncle Scott," played by Tom Brady. Then comes a fake episode of VH1's "Behind the Music," detailing the phenomenon of the 1985 Chicago Bears and their hit, "The Superbowl Shuffle. Tom Brady plays a head-banded Jim MacMahon. Another Beck performance comes at this point. The next skit features Maya Rudolph as a inebriated lounge singer, with Tom Brady accompanying her in a way not unlike Kenny G. The final skit has Tom Brady playing himself as he is challenged by Seth Meyers as Peyton Manning and Keenan Tompson as Donavon McNabb's mother. Lastly Tom Brady thanks Beck, the cast of SNL, and says goodnight.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 18 -- Start the morning right!
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Season 30, Episode 18: Johnny Knoxville/System of a Down

Original Air Date—7 May 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 30: Episode 19 -- Connery is in last place with negative $120,000.

Season 30, Episode 19: Will Ferrell/Queens of the Stone Age

Original Air Date—14 May 2005

Season 30, Episode 20: Lindsay Lohan/Coldplay

Original Air Date—21 May 2005

Season 31


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 1 -- Hollywood celebs roll up their sleeves and help build a home.
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Season 31, Episode 1: Steve Carell/Kanye West

Original Air Date—1 October 2005
Sketches include "Bush Addresses the Nation", "Morgan Stanley", "The JetBlue Crisis", "Anderson Cooper 360", "The Couple That Should Be Divorced", "Girls Gone Wild Katrina", "Kanye Backstage", "The Lundford Twins Variety Hour", "Fun With Real Audio", and "Debbie Downer". Kanye West performs "Gold Digger" and "Heard 'Em Say" featuring Adam Levine.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 2 -- A wild n' wacky ride to freedom and beyond.
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Season 31, Episode 2: Jon Heder/Ashlee Simpson

Original Air Date—8 October 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 3 -- She might want to rethink her makeup choices.
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Season 31, Episode 3: Catherine Zeta-Jones/Franz Ferdinand

Original Air Date—22 October 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 4 -- Lance Armstrong has some weaknesses after all.
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Season 31, Episode 4: Lance Armstrong/Sheryl Crow

Original Air Date—29 October 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 5 -- The Falconer makes a weighty decision.
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Season 31, Episode 5: Jason Lee/Foo Fighters

Original Air Date—12 November 2005
Sketches include "Hardball", "JJ Casuals", "Good Morning Meth", "The Falconer", "Thomas & Dobbins", "The Soaking Wet Killer", "Refurbishments", "Butt Pregnancy", "Stachin'", "McNutly & Sons", and "American Tasar". Foo Fighters perform "DOA" and "Best of You".

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 6 -- Vincent Price celebrates the most terrifying night of the year: Thanksgiving
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Season 31, Episode 6: Eva Longoria/Korn

Original Air Date—19 November 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 7 -- When it's only 65 degrees, a wool turtleneck isn't such a good idea.
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Season 31, Episode 7: Dane Cook/James Blunt

Original Air Date—3 December 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 8 -- Sleep through your bowel movements and feel refreshed.
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Season 31, Episode 8: Alec Baldwin/Shakira

Original Air Date—10 December 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 9 -- Buying a Christmas tree has never been this hard.
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Season 31, Episode 9: Jack Black/Neil Young

Original Air Date—17 December 2005

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 10 -- Learn the secrets of Swedish cooking from Hjalmar and Sigrid (Scarlett Johansson) and hear the Swedish Chef's spectacular ringtones.
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Season 31, Episode 10: Scarlett Johansson/Death Cab for Cutie

Original Air Date—14 January 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 11 -- Give your baby the gift of self esteem.
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Season 31, Episode 11: Peter Sarsgaard/The Strokes

Original Air Date—21 January 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 12 -- Steve Martin remembers when Belushi or was it Aykroyd...
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Season 31, Episode 12: Steve Martin/Prince

Original Air Date—4 February 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 13 -- A day in the life of Natalie Portman.
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Season 31, Episode 13: Natalie Portman/Fall Out Boy

Original Air Date—4 March 2006
Natalie Portman hosts this episode and Fall Out Boy is the musical guest. The Cold Opening is a Message from President George W. Bush(Will Forte) who addresses the public on issues of secret White House activity and Vice-President Dick Cheney's(Darrell Hammond) hunting accident. Natalie Portman's Monologue consists of her tackling questions raised by "Star Wars" nerds in the audience. Repeat of Nelson Baby Toupees commercial from January 21, 2006, which spoofs Hair Club For Men commercials. Three over-psyched Jamba Juice employees (Portman, Seth Meyers, Horatio Sanz), have had so much of their own high-energy protein drinks, that they can't stop themselves from offering free boost supplements to their customers. Larry King(Fred Armisen) interviews a group of trans-gendered people who are in the middle of their sex change procedures. TransAmerica star Felicity Huffman(Kristen Wiig) is one of his guests. In the third installment of The Needlers, Dan(Meyers) and Sally Needler(Amy Poehler) seek help from a fertility doctor(Portman) so they can have a baby as an alternative to examining the issue of their troubled marriage. TV Funhouse celebrates a belated Black History moment; 24's Dennis Haysbert(Himself) shows clips from all-black kids' cartoons that failed to make an impact during the 1990's. Nuni Schoener(Portman) brings her college boyfriend Jeff(Jason Sudeikis) home to meet her parents, Nonny(Armisen) and Nunni(Maya Rudolph). Weekend Update with Tina Fey & Amy Poehler includes Donald Trump(Hammond) disguising himself as Martha Stewart in order to pump his own ego over their "Apprentice" feud, Olympic skater Sasha Cohen(Portman) attempting a second career as a comedienne, and Kenan Thompson introducing a new clothing line geared toward black men in drag. Former "Wake-Up Wakefield" co-host Sheldon(Rachel Dratch) has a Bar-Mitzvah, and watches his short-term ex-girlfriend(Portman) make out with his friend Jonah(Andy Samberg), while Megan (Rudolph) dreams of marrying Adam Levine. This SNL Digital Short is a Chris Parnell interview with Natalie Portman, who raps about a side of herself we've never seen before. Repeat of the Totally Rad Smoke Detector 3000 commercial from episode airing October 29, 2005. Fall Out Boy performs "Dance Dance" and "Sugar, We're Going Down."

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 14 -- With this program, you too can order sushi like a CEO.
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Season 31, Episode 14: Matt Dillon/Arctic Monkeys

Original Air Date—11 March 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 15 -- They're coming and they're going to take your job.
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Season 31, Episode 15: Antonio Banderas/Mary J. Blige

Original Air Date—8 April 2006
The Women's Basketball Fashion Awards

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 16 -- Lindsay Lohan in a fake commercial for Coin Slot Cream.
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Season 31, Episode 16: Lindsay Lohan/Pearl Jam

Original Air Date—15 April 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 17 -- Old school game show fun!
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Season 31, Episode 17: Tom Hanks/Red Hot Chili Peppers

Original Air Date—6 May 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 31: Episode 18 -- Did you see what he looked like?
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Season 31, Episode 18: Julia Louis-Dreyfus/Paul Simon

Original Air Date—13 May 2006

Season 31, Episode 19: Kevin Spacey/Nelly Furtado

Original Air Date—20 May 2006

Season 32


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 1 -- Whitney Houston files her claim.

Season 32, Episode 1: Dane Cook/The Killers

Original Air Date—30 September 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 2 -- A New York story with Martin Scorcese and Rosie Perez.
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Season 32, Episode 2: Jaime Pressly/Corinne Bailey Rae

Original Air Date—7 October 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 3 -- A father and son moment with Oreos gone sour.
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Season 32, Episode 3: John C. Reilly/My Chemical Romance

Original Air Date—21 October 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 4 -- You have the wrong house!
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Season 32, Episode 4: Hugh Laurie/Beck

Original Air Date—28 October 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 5 -- And now a message from Speaker Elect Nancy Pelosi.
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Season 32, Episode 5: Alec Baldwin/Christina Aguilera

Original Air Date—11 November 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 6 -- I shot 50 cent 11 times!
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Season 32, Episode 6: Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges

Original Air Date—18 November 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 7 -- Matthew Fox finally gets to host SNL
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Season 32, Episode 7: Matthew Fox/Tenacious D

Original Air Date—2 December 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 8 -- What do you want for Christmas?
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Season 32, Episode 8: Annette Bening/Gwen Stefani/Akon

Original Air Date—9 December 2006

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 9 -- Something special for your girlfriend this Christmas.
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Season 32, Episode 9: Justin Timberlake

Original Air Date—17 December 2006
Justin Timberlake is the host and musical guest; in the cold opening, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph and Kristin Wiig harmonize about the illicit boyfriend they have in Santa Claus; in the opening monologue, Justin sings the Christmas Song with Alvin (Bill Hader) and the Chipmunks (Fred Armisen, Andy Samberg); Holiday charity representatives (Timberlake and Will Forte) square off against each other; a stock boy at Target (Timberlake) fills in for Target Lady (Wiig); Samberg and Timberlake sing "Dick in a Box"; Sandra Day O'Connor (Wiig), Thomas Friedman (Armisen) and former President Jimmy Carter (Darrell Hammond) appear on The Barry Gibb (Jimmy Fallon) show; emotional saps try to restrain their emotions on the game show "Dry Eyes"; Mrs. Hastings (Kenan Thompson) is called in after her stepdaughter (Timberlake) coverts the role of an elf in a school play; Nancy Grace (Poehler) gives her seasons' greetings to the stripper in the Duke University scandal; Timberlake performs "My Love" and "What Goes Around."

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 10 -- Trump rips Rosie at his Apprentice: LA press conference.
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Season 32, Episode 10: Jake Gyllenhaal/The Shins

Original Air Date—13 January 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 11 -- MacGruber races to disarm a bomb inside a dam.
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Season 32, Episode 11: Jeremy Piven/AFI

Original Air Date—20 January 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 12 -- Daniel Radcliffe and Abigail Breslin drop by for condescension
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Season 32, Episode 12: Drew Barrymore/Lily Allen

Original Air Date—3 February 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 13 -- Rev. Al and Jesse J. measure Obama on the Blackness Scale.
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Season 32, Episode 13: Forest Whitaker/Keith Urban

Original Air Date—10 February 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 14 -- Judge Seidlin takes on Attorney General Gonzales
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Season 32, Episode 14: Rainn Wilson/Arcade Fire

Original Air Date—24 February 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 15 -- The boom mic gets a little too close to Julia Louis-Dreyfus while she attempts to record a P.S.A. about women's health.
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Season 32, Episode 15: Julia Louis-Dreyfus/Snow Patrol

Original Air Date—17 March 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 16 -- On the porch with Peyton Manning and Kristen Wiig
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Season 32, Episode 16: Peyton Manning/Carrie Underwood

Original Air Date—24 March 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 17 -- Don Imus comes clean on Weekend Update.
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Season 32, Episode 17: Shia LaBeouf/Avril Lavigne

Original Air Date—14 April 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 18 -- A tribute to Andy's brother-in-law, Roy!
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Season 32, Episode 18: Scarlett Johansson/Björk

Original Air Date—22 April 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 19 -- Don't get her started.
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Season 32, Episode 19: Molly Shannon/Linkin Park

Original Air Date—12 May 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 32: Episode 20 -- Melissa and Zach Braff make a connection
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Season 32, Episode 20: Zach Braff/Maroon 5

Original Air Date—19 May 2007

Season 33


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 1 -- Lebron James' monologue features some familiar friends
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Season 33, Episode 1: LeBron James/Kanye West

Original Air Date—29 September 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 2 -- he New York Mets' Willie Randolph and Omar Minaya on Weekend Update
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Season 33, Episode 2: Seth Rogen/Spoon

Original Air Date—6 October 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 3 -- Andy Punches random people while they are eating
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Season 33, Episode 3: Jon Bon Jovi/Foo Fighters

Original Air Date—13 October 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 4 -- Anchor Brian Williams opens up his diary in this digital short
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Season 33, Episode 4: Brian Williams/Feist

Original Air Date—3 November 2007

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 5 -- Take a ride with Virgania!
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Season 33, Episode 5: Tina Fey/Carrie Underwood

Original Air Date—23 February 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 6 -- Virginiaca goes to the Baby Gap
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Season 33, Episode 6: Ellen Page/Wilco

Original Air Date—1 March 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 7 -- "On Nixon, censorship, and news for the hard of hearing."
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Season 33, Episode 7: Amy Adams/Vampire Weekend

Original Air Date—8 March 2008
Amy Adams hosts the episode, and Vampire Weekend is the musical guest.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 8 -- The host would like to ask you a few questions.
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Season 33, Episode 8: Jonah Hill/Mariah Carey

Original Air Date—15 March 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 9 -- Bill & Hillary open up about their ability to make lots of money
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Season 33, Episode 9: Christopher Walken/Panic at the Disco

Original Air Date—5 April 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 10 -- Mark chats up some furry holiday friends.
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Season 33, Episode 10: Ashton Kutcher/Gnarls Barkley

Original Air Date—12 April 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 11 -- Dress shirt, black socks, no pants...  the best look in the world.
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Season 33, Episode 11: Shia LaBeouf/My Morning Jacket

Original Air Date—10 May 2008
Shia LaBeouf hosts this episode, and My Morning Jacket is the musical guest. In the cold opener, Hillary Clinton (Amy Poheler) vows to be a sore loser if she doesn't win the 2008 Democratic Primaries. LeBeouf's monologue involves surprise visits from characters of past Indiana Jones movies. MacGruber's(Will Forte's) son comes out of the closet during an attempt to diffuse a bomb. A parody of 70's game show "Match Game" goes wrong when the host is found murdered, and the panel are prime suspects. Hardcore inmate Lorenzo McIntosh (Kenan Thompson) tries to scare a trio of young punks out of a life of crime. Financial expert Suze Orman (Kristen Wiig) gives more advice. An SNL Digital Short encourages walking around without pants. On Weekend Update, Liberty City residents speak out against the negative portrayal of their community by the video game "Grand Theft Auto IV." A Spanish-speaking television reporter interviews LaBeouf, and is convinced he was originally born female. Two young women go to a restaurant and get the attention of six lovestruck, creepy guys. A mother tries desperately to get her daughters to dress the way she thinks typical stylish New Yorkers do.

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 33: Episode 12 -- One man loses it all, badly
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Season 33, Episode 12: Steve Carell/Usher

Original Air Date—17 May 2008

Season 34


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 1 -- Shot on location in Las Vegas, Charles Barkley welcomes Michael Phelps and Bela
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Season 34, Episode 1: Michael Phelps/Lil' Wayne

Original Air Date—13 September 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 2 -- James chooses career ideas by random.
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Season 34, Episode 2: James Franco/Kings of Leon

Original Air Date—20 September 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 3 -- Fred and Andy Introduce Bobby Moynihan!
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Season 34, Episode 3: Anna Faris/Duffy

Original Air Date—27 September 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 4 -- Washington approves the bailout package
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Season 34, Episode 4: Anne Hathaway/The Killers

Original Air Date—4 October 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 5 -- The suspense is killer...
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Season 34, Episode 5: Josh Brolin/Adele

Original Air Date—18 October 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 6 -- After the Show: Coldplay
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Season 34, Episode 6: Jon Hamm/Coldplay

Original Air Date—25 October 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 7 -- The vote-prodding phone-bot breaks down...
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Season 34, Episode 7: Ben Affleck/David Cook

Original Air Date—1 November 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 8 -- Paul Rudd paints a masterpiece in his latest film.
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Season 34, Episode 8: Paul Rudd/Beyoncé

Original Air Date—15 November 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 9 -- The business world can be cruel.
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Season 34, Episode 9: Tim McGraw/Ludacris/T-Pain

Original Air Date—22 November 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 10 -- Reduces flatulence volume.
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Season 34, Episode 10: John Malkovich/T.I.

Original Air Date—6 December 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 11 -- Amy signs off from the Update Desk.
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Season 34, Episode 11: Hugh Laurie/Kanye West

Original Air Date—13 December 2008

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 12 -- Taylor is like a robot or something...
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Season 34, Episode 12: Neil Patrick Harris/Taylor Swift

Original Air Date—10 January 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 13 -- The departing Vice President has no regrets.
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Season 34, Episode 13: Rosario Dawson/Fleet Foxes

Original Air Date—17 January 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 14 -- A robo-villian reveals family ties in the latest installment of Laser Cats!
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Season 34, Episode 14: Steve Martin/Jason Mraz

Original Air Date—31 January 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 15 -- Kathie Lee at the Hoedown!
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Season 34, Episode 15: Bradley Cooper/TV on the Radio

Original Air Date—7 February 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 16 -- The Jonas Brothers live forever...
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Season 34, Episode 16: Alec Baldwin/Jonas Brothers

Original Air Date—14 February 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 17 -- A blogger with a simple message.
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Season 34, Episode 17: Dwayne Johnson/Ray LaMontagne

Original Air Date—7 March 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 18 -- Putting an end to the excitement.
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Season 34, Episode 18: Tracy Morgan/Kelly Clarkson

Original Air Date—14 March 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 19 -- Some familiar faces show up to support Tracy hosting SNL.

Season 34, Episode 19: Seth Rogen/Phoenix

Original Air Date—4 April 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 20 -- Zac has a word of thanks for the tweens.
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Season 34, Episode 20: Zac Efron/Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Original Air Date—11 April 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 21 -- Coming to America, looking toward future.
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Season 34, Episode 21: Justin Timberlake/Ciara

Original Air Date—9 May 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 34: Episode 22 -- Green Day rocked on through the credits and Will Ferrell gave them some surprise cowbell.
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Season 34, Episode 22: Will Ferrell/Green Day

Original Air Date—16 May 2009

Season 35


"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 1 -- Gilly has a Christmas gift for Mr. Dillon.
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Season 35, Episode 1: Megan Fox/U2

Original Air Date—26 September 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 2 -- A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the SNL Digital Short: On the Ground.
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Season 35, Episode 2: Ryan Reynolds/Lady Gaga

Original Air Date—3 October 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 3 -- Fred chats with musical guest with Regina Spektor.
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Season 35, Episode 3: Drew Barrymore/Regina Spektor

Original Air Date—10 October 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 4 -- Don't ask, don't tell. Oh!
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Season 35, Episode 4: Gerard Butler/Shakira

Original Air Date—17 October 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 5 -- Jason talks to Taylor about her hosting experience.
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Season 35, Episode 5: Taylor Swift

Original Air Date—7 November 2009

Next US airings:
Sat. Dec. 2611:29 PMNBC

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 6 -- Someone is in here.
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Season 35, Episode 6: January Jones/Black Eyed Peas

Original Air Date—14 November 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 7 -- Joseph Gordon-Levitt hosts Saturday Night Live with musical guest Dave Matthews Band.
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Season 35, Episode 7: Joseph Gordon-Levitt/Dave Matthews Band

Original Air Date—21 November 2009

Next US airings:
Sat. Jan. 211:29 PMNBC

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 8 -- There is mama drama at the mall.
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Season 35, Episode 8: Blake Lively/Rihanna

Original Air Date—5 December 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 9 -- Taylor Lautner hosts.
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Season 35, Episode 9: Taylor Lautner/Bon Jovi

Original Air Date—12 December 2009

"Saturday Night Live" (1975): Season 35: Episode 10 -- James Franco hosts Saturday Night Live with musical guest Muse.
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Season 35, Episode 10: James Franco/Muse

Original Air Date—19 December 2009

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