Saturday Night Live Season 35 Episode 5

Ep 5. Taylor Swift

  • TV14
  • November 7, 2009
  • 57 min
  • 7.2  (216)

In season 35, episode 5 of Saturday Night Live, the iconic musical guest Taylor Swift takes the stage to perform some of her biggest hits of the time. In addition to Swift's musical performances, the show features skits and segments that poke fun at pop culture and current events.

The episode opens with a sketch where Fred Armisen plays President Obama and addresses the nation about the recent war in Afghanistan. However, his speech is interrupted by Jason Sudeikis's character, who crashes the press conference to promote his new hot dog stand. The comedic timing and satirical jabs at politics set the stage for the rest of the show.

One sketch features a talk show called "Your Mom Talks to Megan Fox," in which the host's mom (played by Kristen Wiig) interviews the famous actress (played by Abby Elliott). The awkward and inappropriate questions from the mom make for hilarious moments, as Fox tries to navigate the strange interview.

Another standout sketch in the episode is called "The Roommate Meeting," in which Taylor Swift and Nasim Pedrad play roommates who have a tense meeting to discuss household chores and issues. The sketch showcases Swift's acting skills, and the dynamic between the two actresses adds to the comedy.

Of course, the musical performances are the highlight of the episode. Swift performs "You Belong With Me" and "Untouchable" with her trademark energy and catchy choruses. Her stage presence is captivating, and the audience is clearly elated to see her perform live.

Overall, season 35, episode 5 of Saturday Night Live is a solid episode that features great comedic skits and an unforgettable musical guest in Taylor Swift. The show's ability to make fun of current events and pop culture while still entertainment audiences speaks to its longevity and continued success as a staple of Saturday night television.

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  • First Aired
    November 7, 2009
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    57 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (216)
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