Saturday Night Live Season 17 Episode 6

Ep 6. Linda Hamilton/Mariah Carey

  • Not Rated
  • November 16, 1991
  • 7.8  (96)

In the sixth episode of the seventeenth season of Saturday Night Live, Linda Hamilton, of "Terminator" fame, hosts the show with musical guest Mariah Carey.

The episode opens with a cold open sketch of the news, where Mike Myers portrays a British reporter covering a recent royal scandal. Following this, Linda Hamilton takes the stage for her monologue, where she jokingly talks about her time playing Sarah Connor in "Terminator 2" and being a single mother.

The sketches throughout the night cover a wide range of topics, including a game show called "Wisconsin Sports," a commercial for a gag gift called "Skeletor's Bedtime Stories," and a spoof of a workout video with Dana Carvey playing the "Pumping Up With Hans and Franz" character.

One sketch that stands out is a parody of "A League of Their Own," where the women's baseball team is replaced with a group of surly men. Linda Hamilton plays the coach of the team, trying to keep the unruly players in line while dealing with her own issues. Mariah Carey also makes an appearance in this sketch, playing a singer who is brought in to perform at a game.

The musical performances throughout the episode are quintessential Mariah Carey, with the pop diva showing off her impressive vocal range with renditions of "Can't Let Go" and "Make It Happen."

Overall, the episode showcases the talent of Linda Hamilton as a comedic actress, while also providing a platform for Mariah Carey to showcase her musical abilities. With a mix of classic SNL sketches and unique twists on familiar themes, the episode is sure to provide plenty of laughs for fans of the show.

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Description
  • First Aired
    November 16, 1991
  • Content Rating
    Not Rated
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.8  (96)