After five decades of delivering laughs, 'Saturday Night Live' (SNL) has become an institution in American comedy. From its impact on popular culture to its ability to make fun of anything and everything, SNL has established itself as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. With so many incredible sketches to choose from, we've asked 17 actors, writers, directors, and SNL alumni to pick their top sketch of all time.
From comedy legends like Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig to A-list movie stars and reality TV judges, the responses were both surprising and hilarious. In this article, we'll reveal the top SNL sketches chosen by Hollywood's elite and take a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the greatest moments in SNL history.
Former SNL cast member Will Ferrell chose the 'Celebrity Jeopardy' sketch, which first aired in 1996. 'It's just a beautifully constructed sketch,' he said. 'It's just one of those things that makes you laugh so hard it brings tears to your eyes.'
Meanwhile, 'Bridesmaids' star Kristen Wiig went with the 'Two A-Holes' sketch, a fan favorite that she co-wrote and starred in. 'I love the simplicity of it,' she said. 'It's just two people being awful to each other, and it never gets old.'
Documentarian and 'The Office' alum Ken Kwapis picked 'The Bass-O-Matic' sketch from 1976, starring the legendary Dan Aykroyd. 'It's a perfect sketch,' he said. 'It's just brilliant, from start to finish.'
Reality TV judge and 'So You Think You Can Dance' host Cat Deeley chose 'The Sweeney Sisters' sketch from 2010. 'I just love the characters,' she said. 'They're just so funny and so well-written.'
'Spider-Man: Homecoming' director Jon Watts picked 'Wild and Crazy Guys' from 1978, another classic sketch starring Dan Aykroyd and Steve Martin. 'It's just one of those sketches that makes you laugh out loud,' he said. 'It's just brilliant.'
These are just a few of the many talented individuals who have weighed in on their favorite SNL sketches. With so many incredible picks to choose from, it's hard to narrow it down to just a few. But one thing's for sure - after reading this article, you'll be streaming SNL sketches all night long and remembering why this show has become a staple of American comedy.