Saturday Night Live Season 11 Episode 2 Chevy Chase/Sheila E.
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- November 16, 1985
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The show Saturday Night Live season 11 episode 2 features Chevy Chase as the host and Sheila E. as the musical guest. The episode originally aired on October 11, 1985.
The show starts with a parody of the then-popular game show "Jeopardy," with Chevy Chase appearing as a contestant and delivering his famous line "I'll take 'the rapists' for $200, Alex." The sketch features humorous categories and answers, including a category dedicated to "Celebrity Psychos."
The next sketch is a commercial parody for a fictional product called "Martinelli's Glue-On Dentures." The fake commercial features seniors enjoying their new-found ability to eat food and socialize with their friends while also poking fun at the insecurities of aging.
Following this, a sketch takes place in a hospital where Chevy Chase portrays a doctor who tries to diagnose a woman's mysterious illness. This sketch features physical humor and slapstick comedy as Chevy's character falls over furniture and runs into walls in an attempt to solve the medical mystery.
Another popular sketch from this episode features Chevy Chase as a game show host in a parody of "The $100,000 Pyramid." The sketch features Chevy's trademark bumbling and forgetfulness as he struggles to give correct clues to the contestant.
The episode also includes a parody of the TV drama "Hill Street Blues" where the actors are replaced by chickens. The sketch features quick and witty one-liners and humorously juxtaposes the serious tone of the original show with the absurdity of chickens taking on detective roles.
In a musical interlude, Sheila E. performs her hit song "A Love Bizarre." The performance showcases her energetic drumming skills and signature sound.
Another memorable sketch from this episode sees Chevy Chase in a parody of the popular children's show "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood." In the sketch, Mister Rogers transforms into a disco-dancing, womanizing character who teaches children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol through over-the-top antics.
The closing sketch sees Chevy Chase and Phil Hartman as two construction workers on a job site. The two engage in playful banter and physical comedy, as they are constantly interrupted by a neighbor who complains about the noise.
Throughout the episode, the skits are delivered with high energy and a sense of glee that was characteristic of SNL in the 80s. The episode showcases the comedic talents of Chevy Chase and the musical skills of Sheila E., making for an entertaining and memorable show.