Ep 17. Sterling K. Brown / James Bay
- TV14
- March 10, 2018
- 56 min
In Saturday Night Live season 43 episode 17, viewers are in for a comedic treat as Emmy Award-winning actor Sterling K. Brown hosts the late night sketch comedy show for the first time. Brown, who is known for his dramatic performances in shows like This Is Us and American Crime Story, shows off his comedic chops and proves he can handle anything that SNL throws his way.
The show kicks off with a cold open sketch about the Stormy Daniels scandal, with Alec Baldwin reprising his role as President Donald Trump. The sketch also features SNL regulars Kate McKinnon as Rudy Giuliani and Ben Stiller as Michael Cohen, in what promises to be a hilarious take on recent events in the news.
From there, Brown takes center stage and delivers a hilarious monologue that touches on everything from his upbringing in St. Louis to his recent success as an actor. Brown's natural charm and wit immediately win over the audience, setting the tone for the rest of the show.
One of the standout sketches of the night is a hilarious parody of the hit movie Black Panther, which features Brown as T'Challa and SNL cast member Leslie Jones as his aunt, who has a bone to pick with him. The sketch is filled with plenty of references to the movie, as well as some clever comedic moments.
Other notable sketches include a spoof of the show "This Is Us," in which Brown plays a character who can't stop crying, and a sketch in which Brown plays a doctor who has some very unconventional methods for treating his patients.
Throughout the show, Brown is joined by musical guest James Bay, who performs two songs from his latest album. Bay's soulful voice and catchy tunes provide the perfect musical accompaniment to Brown's comedic performances.
Overall, Saturday Night Live season 43 episode 17 is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone looking for some laughs. Brown proves that he is a true comedic talent and fits in perfectly with the SNL cast. With hilarious sketches, standout performances, and a great musical guest, this episode is sure to be a hit with audiences everywhere.
