Ep 9. Martin Freeman/Charli XCX
- TV14
- December 13, 2014
- 56 min
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7.5 (248)
Martin Freeman, famous for his portrayal of Dr. John Watson in the TV series Sherlock, hosts the ninth episode of season 40 of Saturday Night Live. As the holiday season is in full swing, Freeman brings his witty humor and impeccable timing to the iconic late-night show.
The show starts with a cold open sketch featuring President Barack Obama, played by Jay Pharoah, addressing the nation about the recent events in Ferguson, Missouri. The sketch sets the tone for the night's politically charged humor.
In his opening monologue, Freeman takes a moment to acknowledge the recent Sony hack and the release of sensitive information. He jokes that he's glad there isn't much to find out about him, as he's just a "British guy who does American TV shows." He then teases the audience about the upcoming Sherlock Christmas special, which he hints may break the fourth wall.
One of the standout sketches of the night is a parody of The Office, with Freeman reprising his role as Tim Canterbury. The sketch takes place at a paper company's holiday party and humorously depicts the awkwardness and tension that often arise at such events.
Another memorable sketch involves a game show called "Meet Your Second Wife." In this twisted game show, men are introduced to the future version of their wives, who are all significantly younger than them. The sketch expertly pokes fun at societal expectations of age gaps in relationships.
As for musical guest Charli XCX, she brings her infectious pop sound to the stage for two performances. Her first song is "Boom Clap," which soared in popularity after it was featured in the hit movie The Fault in Our Stars. She also performs "Break the Rules," the lead single from her album Sucker.
Overall, the ninth episode of Saturday Night Live's fortieth season is a well-rounded and entertaining installment. Martin Freeman proves to be a charismatic and versatile host, delivering laughs throughout the show. Charli XCX's musical performances add to the energy and excitement of the night.
