Ep 16. Miley Cyrus / The Strokes

In season 36 of Saturday Night Live, episode 16 features Miley Cyrus as the host and musical guest The Strokes. The episode begins with a cold open sketch featuring Jason Sudeikis as Mitt Romney addressing the recent primary elections. Cyrus then acts as both host and performer throughout the episode, showcasing her comedic chops with various sketches. One memorable sketch includes Cyrus playing a crazed fan of Justin Bieber, who holds a talk show where she interviews other Bieber fans and aggressively defends the pop star.

The Strokes perform two songs during the episode, including "Under Cover of Darkness" and "Life Is Simple in the Moonlight" from their album "Angles." The band's performance is well-received by the audience, showcasing their energetic rock style.

In addition to Cyrus and The Strokes, the episode also includes several recurring sketches, such as "Weekend Update" with Seth Meyers and guest appearances from Bill Hader as Stefon and Fred Armisen as Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The latter sketch jokingly addresses the tension between Iran and the United States at the time of the episode's airing.

Another notable sketch involves the return of "The Miley Cyrus Show," a recurring sketch where Cyrus plays a version of herself hosting a talk show. The sketch features several celebrity cameos, including Justin Bieber and "Black Swan" actress Mila Kunis.

Overall, the episode showcases Miley Cyrus's comedic talent and The Strokes' musical prowess. The sketches and performances are well-received by the audience and cement Saturday Night Live's reputation as a cultural institution.