Saturday Night Live Season 39 Episode 6

Ep 6. Kerry Washington / Eminem

  • TV14
  • November 2, 2013
  • 52 min
  • 7.5  (238)

On the sixth episode of season 39 of Saturday Night Live, the show was hosted by actress Kerry Washington with musical guest Eminem. The episode began with a cold open featuring a parody of "How I Met Your Mother" called "How I Met Your Father" in which Kerry Washington plays the mother in question. The sketch is hilarious and sets the precedent for the rest of the night's humor.

After the opening monologue in which Washington shows off her impressive singing skills, viewers are taken to a ridiculous game show called "Miss Universe" in which three contestants from around the world are judged on their ability to answer questions in English. The segment features some excellent performances from the cast and Washington's character, a beautiful pageant winner from Africa whose English leaves something to be desired.

The night's first digital short features Washington as the star of her own drama series, a parody of the Shonda Rhimes shows on which she is a regular cast member. The sketch is a commentary on the so-called "black woman problem" in Hollywood and features Washington playing a variety of stereotypical roles in her various shows, including a sassy best friend, a preacher's wife, and an angry TSA agent.

Another standout sketch from the episode centers around a family dinner in which Washington plays the only black member of an otherwise white family. The family members awkwardly try to prove that they are "down with black people" by bringing up junk foods, attempting to dab, and making references to famous black people they've heard of. Washington plays the straight man in the sketch, reacting with silent disbelief to her family's cringe-worthy behavior.

The musical performances from Eminem are also fantastic, with the rapper delivering energetic and engaging performances of his newest hits. Standout tracks include "Berzerk" and "Survival," which both showcase Eminem's signature rapid-fire delivery and intense energy.

Overall, the sixth episode of SNL's 39th season is filled with sharp satire, hilarious sketches, and impressive musical performances. Washington shines as a host, bringing an infectious energy to every segment and showcasing her skills as both an actress and a singer. Meanwhile, Eminem delivers some of his best performances yet, proving that he is still at the top of his game after more than a decade in the rap game. Fans of satire, sketch comedy, and great music won't be disappointed by this episode of Saturday Night Live.

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  • First Aired
    November 2, 2013
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    52 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (238)