Saturday Night Live Season 7 Episode 19 Danny DeVito/Sparks

In Season 7, Episode 19 of Saturday Night Live, host Danny DeVito, known for his roles in "Taxi" and "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," takes on the iconic sketch comedy show for the first time. Joining him is the band Sparks, a quirky and experimental duo known for their hit song "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us."

The episode begins with a parody of Ronald Reagan's televised address to the nation about the Iran-Contra affair, with DeVito playing the president. The sketch showcases the show's signature political satire and celebrity impressions, and sets the tone for the show's irreverent humor.

Other highlights from the episode include a sketch where DeVito plays a tough guy trying to order coffee at a diner, despite not knowing the lingo, and a spoof of the film "The Elephant Man," with DeVito playing the title character and breaking the fourth wall to comment on his own performance.

Sparks provides the musical entertainment throughout the episode, performing their hit song "I Predict" as well as the upbeat "Modesty Plays" and the haunting "The Number One Song in Heaven." The band's unique sound and style add to the overall quirkiness of the episode.

As always, the episode also features a variety of recurring sketches, including "Weekend Update" with anchor Dennis Miller delivering biting commentary on the week's news, and the spoof commercial "Sweeney Sisters," featuring Nora Dunn and Jan Hooks as the singing siblings.

Overall, Season 7, Episode 19 of Saturday Night Live is a standout episode, showcasing the show's irreverent humor and signature political satire, as well as featuring the talented Danny DeVito and the experimental sounds of Sparks.