Ep 3. Bruce Willis / Katy Perry
- TV14
- October 12, 2013
- 50 min
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6.5 (225)
In the third episode of Saturday Night Live's 39th season, host Bruce Willis and musical guest Katy Perry team up for a night of fun and laughs.
The show opens with a sketch called "50 Shades of Grey Auditions," in which various celebrities audition for the lead role in the upcoming film adaptation of the popular novel. Bruce Willis delivers a hilarious performance as the gruff and rugged Jack Nicholson, while Katy Perry's impression of Christina Aguilera is spot-on.
Next up is a parody of the popular TV show "Homeland," in which Bruce Willis plays a bumbling CIA agent who is tasked with tracking down a group of terrorists. The sketch is full of clever twists and turns, and the chemistry between Willis and fellow cast member Nasim Pedrad is top-notch.
The show also features a number of memorable musical performances from Katy Perry, who sings some of her biggest hits, including "Roar" and "Unconditionally." Her energetic stage presence and powerful vocals are a highlight of the episode.
Other sketches include a hilarious bit in which Willis plays a grizzled sea captain who tries to convince a group of schoolchildren to become pirates, and a parody of the popular show "The Voice," in which various celebrities audition to be coaches on the show.
Throughout the show, Willis proves to be a skilled comedic performer, delivering deadpan one-liners and physical humor with ease. He's also a good sport, willing to poke fun at his tough-guy persona and play up his aging action-hero status.
Overall, the Bruce Willis/Katy Perry episode of Saturday Night Live is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone looking for a good laugh. With its clever writing, talented cast, and high-energy musical performances, it's a perfect showcase for the best of what SNL has to offer.