Ep 4. Adele / H.E.R.
- TV14
- October 24, 2020
- 53 min
In this episode of Saturday Night Live, singer-songwriter Adele is the host with H.E.R. serving as the musical guest. Adele's comedic timing is put to the test in a series of sketches, including a spoof of The Bachelor, where she plays a contestant vying for the heart of the lovestruck bachelor.
In another sketch, Adele plays a celebrity contestant on Jeopardy! and her quirky answers leave the show's host (played by Kenan Thompson) and fellow contestants (played by Kate McKinnon and Alex Moffat) amused and puzzled. Adele also takes on the role of a clueless tourist visiting New York City for the first time, navigating her way around the busy streets and bold personalities of the city.
H.E.R. delivers a standout performance as the musical guest, showcasing her vocal and instrumental abilities in a series of soulful and energetic performances. In one segment, she performs her hit song "Damage", which showcases her powerful vocals and guitar skills. In another performance, she collaborates with Adele and the SNL cast on a musical sketch that includes a mashup of popular songs and cleverly reworded lyrics.
In addition to the main sketches and musical performances, the episode features a number of short segments that lampoon current events and pop culture. These include a mock commercial for a dating app that matches people based on their conspiracy theories and a parody of the presidential debates featuring Alec Baldwin as Donald Trump and Jim Carrey as Joe Biden.
Overall, this episode of Saturday Night Live delivers a mix of comedy, music, and satire that is sure to please fans of the long-running sketch show. Adele and H.E.R. prove themselves to be skilled performers both on and off the stage, delivering memorable moments that are sure to be talked about for weeks to come.