Saturday Night Live Season 15 Episode 6 Woody Harrelson/David Byrne
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- November 18, 1989
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6.0 (85)
In season 15, episode 6 of Saturday Night Live, Woody Harrelson hosts the show for the first time, joined by musical guest David Byrne. The episode features a wide range of sketches, monologues, and musical performances that are sure to keep audiences entertained.
The episode opens with a sketch that parodies the popular game show, "Jeopardy!" In this version, the contestants are all celebrities, with Woody Harrelson playing himself. The other contestants include Sean Connery (played by Darrell Hammond), Burt Reynolds (played by Norm Macdonald), and Kathie Lee Gifford (played by Julia Sweeney). The sketch is a hilarious take on the original show, with the contestants giving ridiculous and often incorrect answers to the various questions.
For his monologue, Woody Harrelson takes the stage and talks to the audience about his acting career. He reveals that he began his career doing theater in New York City before moving on to television and film roles. He jokes about some of his more memorable performances, including his role in "Natural Born Killers," and thanks the audience for supporting him throughout his career.
One of the standout sketches of the episode is the commercial parody for "Corn Syrup Producers of America." The parody takes aim at the current trend of demonizing corn syrup in food products and emphasizes the positives of the ingredient. The sketch features Woody Harrelson and the rest of the cast singing a catchy jingle about the benefits of corn syrup, including its ability to make food taste better and last longer.
Another notable sketch is the "Weekend Update" segment, in which the show's hosts, Kevin Nealon and Victoria Jackson, deliver the latest news and political commentary. The segment features a series of jokes and one-liners about current events, including the fall of the Berlin Wall and the ongoing Gulf War. The segment also includes a hilarious spoof of the popular "three-way call" phone commercials of the time.
David Byrne takes the stage for the musical performances, delivering two memorable performances. His first performance is of the hit song "Angels," which he performs with a full band. His second performance is of the classic Talking Heads song "Once in a Lifetime," which he performs solo with just his guitar. Both performances showcase Byrne's musical talent and unique style.
Overall, season 15, episode 6 of Saturday Night Live is a great example of the show's ability to offer a mix of topical humor, timeless sketches, and memorable musical performances. With Woody Harrelson at the helm and David Byrne providing the music, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite.