Larry King Now Season 6 Episode 42 Taran Killam on 'SNL,' Working with Trump, & 'Killing Gunther'
- TV-14
- October 27, 2017
- 26 min
In season 6 episode 42 of Larry King Now, comedian and actor Taran Killam sits down with Larry King to discuss his time on Saturday Night Live, working with President Donald Trump, and his new film Killing Gunther.
Killam reflects on his seven seasons on Saturday Night Live, highlighting some of the most memorable moments and characters he portrayed, such as Jebidiah Atkinson, Steve Doocy, and Paul Ryan. He also talks about the collaborative and competitive nature of the show's creative process, from writing sketches to performing them live on air.
The conversation then turns to Killam's experience working with President Trump on SNL, where he impersonated the then-candidate during the 2016 election. Killam shares his thoughts on the challenges and ethical responsibility of portraying political figures, particularly in such a high-profile and divisive election season.
Killam also opens up about his latest film, Killing Gunther, in which he stars alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger as a hitman trying to take down the world's greatest assassin. He talks about the unique filming process, which involved improvisation and on-location shoots in Vancouver, and the challenges of balancing comedy and action in such a high-concept film.
Throughout the episode, King and Killam share laughs and insights as they discuss some of the biggest issues in comedy, politics, and entertainment today. Whether you're a SNL fan, a comedy aficionado, or just looking for a fun and engaging conversation, this episode of Larry King Now is sure to deliver.