Late Night with Conan O'Brien Season 5 Episode 93

Late Night with Conan O'Brien Season 5 Episode 93 Fred Savage

  • March 12, 1998

In season 5, episode 93 of Late Night with Conan O'Brien, actor Fred Savage makes an appearance. Savage is best known for his role as Kevin Arnold in the hit TV show The Wonder Years, and is in the midst of promoting his latest film The Rules of Attraction.

The show opens with Conan's signature monologue and some laughs from the audience. Conan then launches into his interview with Savage, who is wearing a casual, stylish outfit consisting of a patterned blazer, button-down shirt, and dark jeans. Savage is clearly excited to be on the show and engages in a lively conversation with Conan.

Conan starts off by asking Savage about The Rules of Attraction, a dark comedy based on the book by Bret Easton Ellis. Savage plays a drug dealer in the film, and talks about how he prepared for the role by doing research on drug culture and meeting real-life drug dealers. Savage and Conan joke about the absurdity of his character's name in the film - "The Hairdresser" - and the challenges of playing a character so different from himself.

The interview then shifts to Savage's iconic role as Kevin Arnold in The Wonder Years. Savage talks about the show's enduring popularity and the challenges of playing a character going through adolescence. He reflects on the lessons he learned from working with the show's cast and crew, including the importance of teamwork and collaboration.

Conan and Savage also discuss Savage's early years in Hollywood, when he started acting at the age of 9. Savage talks about his supportive family and the ways in which he balanced schoolwork and acting. He also talks about his early roles in films like The Boy Who Could Fly and Vice Versa, which helped him establish himself as a young actor.

The conversation turns to Savage's personal life, as Conan asks him about his recent marriage and fatherhood. Savage talks about how his wife and children have changed his perspective on life, and how he balances his acting career with his family responsibilities. Conan jokes about Savage's youthful appearance, and Savage responds with a self-deprecating joke about "looking like a 12-year-old."

Throughout the interview, Savage comes across as charming, funny, and down-to-earth. He and Conan have an easy rapport, and seem genuinely interested in each other's stories. The interview ends with Savage promoting The Rules of Attraction and thanking Conan for having him on the show.

After the interview, the show features a musical performance by a popular band, as well as some more comedy sketches and segments. The energy of the show remains high, with the audience clearly enjoying the entertainment.

Overall, season 5, episode 93 of Late Night with Conan O'Brien is a fun and engaging episode, with Fred Savage as a charming and lively guest. Fans of The Wonder Years and Savage's other work are sure to enjoy this episode, as are anyone looking for some quality late-night entertainment.

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Description
  • First Aired
    March 12, 1998
  • Language
    English