Ep 21. Taraji P. Henson/Mumford & Sons
- TV14
- April 11, 2015
- 51 min
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5.9 (197)
This episode of Saturday Night Live features Taraji P. Henson as the host, with musical guests Mumford & Sons. Henson, known for her roles in popular TV shows and films such as Empire and Hidden Figures, brings her signature sass and humor to the stage.
The episode starts off with a cold open skit making fun of the latest political news, followed by Henson's opening monologue. Henson talks about her love for New York and her excitement about hosting the show, while also referencing some of her most iconic roles.
The first sketch is a parody of a popular reality show, with Henson playing the host. The skit pokes fun at the drama and exaggeration on reality TV, with Henson's character being a hilarious and over-the-top example of this.
Next up is a sketch called "Warehouse Fire," in which the SNL cast plays a group of coworkers who have to deal with a fire in their warehouse. Henson's character is the boss, trying to keep everyone calm and organized while chaos ensues. The sketch is filled with witty banter and physical comedy, making for a hilarious experience.
The musical performance by Mumford & Sons is next, with the band playing some of their most popular songs.
Following the musical performance is a sketch called "Game Night," in which Henson's character hosts a game night with her friends. The sketch explores the different dynamics and personalities that come out during game night, with Henson bringing her own funny quips and jokes to the table.
Another memorable sketch from the episode is "Empire Promos," in which Henson plays Cookie Lyon from Empire in a series of different promos for the show. The skit takes a hilarious approach to advertising the show, with Henson's character being the perfect fit for the parody.
The show wraps up with another musical performance by Mumford & Sons, followed by the goodbyes from Henson and the SNL cast. Overall, the episode is a fun and entertaining mix of sketches, musical performances, and comedy, with Henson bringing her own unique flair to the show.
