Ep 20. David Duchovny/Rod Stewart
- Not Rated
- May 13, 1995
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7.7 (105)
In Saturday Night Live season 20 episode 20, viewers were treated to the star power of David Duchovny and Rod Stewart. As always, the sketch comedy show delivered plenty of laughs and memorable moments, making this episode a must-watch for fans of the series.
From the very beginning, the energy was high as the opening sketch featured a hilarious parody of the popular game show "Jeopardy!" The skit pitted the characters of Sean Connery, Burt Reynolds, and Marlon Brando against each other, with their ridiculous answers causing one of the show's most famous catchphrases to be uttered multiple times throughout the bit.
David Duchovny, of "The X-Files" fame, proved to be the perfect host for the show, jumping into sketches with enthusiasm and charisma. One of the highlights of the episode was a sketch mocking the famous "Godzilla" movies, in which Duchovny played a hapless victim of the monster's rampage. The sketch was notable for its impressive special effects and the host's sharp comedic timing.
Of course, no episode of Saturday Night Live would be complete without political satire, and this episode was no exception. In a sketch labeled "Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal," the show lampooned the famous affair between then-President Bill Clinton and Monica Lewinsky. Duchovny played Clinton, delivering a spot-on impression of the president's folksy charm and love of fast food.
Musical guest Rod Stewart also proved to be a hit with viewers, delivering an electrifying performance of his classic hit "Handbags and Gladrags." The musical segment was made even more memorable by the addition of a group of backup singers dressed in school uniforms, adding a fun visual element to the performance.
Elsewhere in the episode, the cast delivered a wide range of hilarious sketches, from a bizarre game show called "Who Wants to Eat?" to a parody of the famous drama "The Piano." One of the standout sketches featured Duchovny playing a charismatic gym teacher, leading a group of students through a bizarre series of exercises that included jumping through hoops and running in circles.
Overall, Saturday Night Live season 20 episode 20 was a classic example of the show's enduring comedic prowess. With plenty of laughs, memorable performances, and clever writing, it's no wonder that this episode remains a fan favorite decades later.