Saturday Night Live Season 4 Episodes
Season 4 Episode Guide
Episode 1 - The Rolling Stones / Rolling Stones - October 7, 1978The Rolling Stones are host and musical guest for the fourth season premiere. Sketches include Snyder, Nerds/Norge, Greek Restaurant and a special medley (Beast of Burden, Respectable and Shattered) by The Rolling Stones. Special appearance by Mayor Ed Koch.
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Episode 1 - Michael Phelps - September 13, 2008Sketches Include Palin/Clinton Cold Open -Tina Fey Returns To Snl, As Sarah Palin, And Amy, As Hillary Clinton, Address The American Public Regarding Sexism In The Presidential Race. Phelps &Amp; Mom Monologue - Amy, As Michael's Mother Cheers Him On During The Monologue, As He Talks About Endorsements And Gets Interrupted By Will, A Shady Salesman, And William Shatner, Who Talks About Endorsing Reputable Brands. Quiz Bowl - Michael, Amy And Will Play Home-Schooled Children Who Answer Every Question Wrong On A Quiz Show. There's Got To Be A Better Way (Jarglove) - A Commercial For A Jar Opener Featuring Kristen, Who Must Go Through Extreme Measures To Open A Jar. Craig &Amp; Stacia - Kristen And Michael Play Freakish Children Who Scare Their Parents' Friends At A Dinner Party. Weekend Update - Seth And Amy, As Anchors, Parody The News. This Week, They Welcome: Will, As A Alaska Pete, A Man Who Defends Sarah Palin; Fred, As Nicholas Fehn, A Comedian Who Reads From The Paper; And Andy, As Cathy The Cartoon Character. The Charles Barkley Show - Kenan, As Charles Barkley, Hosts A Talk Show Where He Interviews Michael Phelps. T-Mobile Fav 5 - A Commercial For T-Mobile, Where Jason, A Father, Reveals That His "Top Five," Are All His Daughter's Hot Girlfriends. An Snl Digital Short: Space Olympics - A Short Film Featuring Andy, As The Host Of The Space Olympics. Pepper - Bobby Plays A Waiter Who Refuses To Take The Order Of His Patrons Because He Keeps Smelling Pepper. Michael Phelps Diet - Michael Does A Commercial For His New Diet Program, Featuring Tremendous Amounts Of Food.
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Episode 2 - Fred Willard / DEVO - October 14, 1978Fred Willard hosts with musical guest DEVO ("[Can't Get No] Satisfaction" and "Jocko Homo")
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Episode 2 - James Franco - September 20, 2008Sketches include McCain Approves Cold Open - Darrell, as John McCain, in a voice-over recording session for Obama attack ads. Franco Monologue - While talking about how he is currently attending college at Columbia, he is interrupted by Jason, his R.A. Agent 420 - James plays Agent 420, a secret agent who is always high. OJ Jury Selection - The lawyers for O.J. Simpson unsuccessfully try to find jurors who have not heard of the fact that OJ killed his wife. An SNL Digital Short: Hey (Murray Hill) - James plays a loner who admits to Kristen that he has a "little dong." TNT Promo: The Looker - Fred plays Penny Marshall in this promo for a new TNT show where she plays "The Looker." Weekend Update - Seth and Amy, as anchors, parody the news. This week, they welcome: Fred, as American Apparel CEO, Dov Charney, who talks about the sexual harassment charges being filed against him; and Jason, who plays Dick Fuld, the CEO of Lehman Brothers, who talks about his company filing for bankruptcy. New York Times - James, as Peter Connolly, the assignment editor of "The New York Times" briefs his reporting staff on the ways of Alaska as they prepare to go there to investigate Sarah Palin. Yankee Stadium: Scorsese & Perez - A short film featuring Amy, as Rosie Perez, and Fred, as Martin Scorsese, who talk about their memories of Yankee Stadium. Mirror - Bill, as Willem Dafoe, tries to convince James to kill Andy Samberg.
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Episode 3 - Anna Faris - September 27, 2008Sketches include Couric/Palin Cold Open - A parody of Katie Couric's interview with Sarah Palin, with Amy, as Katie Couric, and Tina Fey, as Sarah Palin. Anna Monologue - Anna admits to the audience that she really is a dumb blonde during her monologue. The Drive Home - Jason and Anna, a couple, discuss the odd and uncomfortable things they brought up during dinner with another couple while on the way home. Debate - Chris Parnell returns to SNL, as Jim Lehrer, and hosts this parody of the first Presidential debate between Senator McCain (Darrell) and Senator Obama (Fred). Boat Ride - Kenan plays a hit man who lures Anna, a dim woman, onto a boat so he can kill her. Weekend Update - Seth and Amy, as anchors, parody the news. This week, they welcome: Darrell, as Bill Clinton, who talks about endorsing Senator Obama for President; and Kristen, as Judy Grimes, a very nervous travel agent who keeps repeating, "just kidding." Champagne Room - Anna, Kristen and Casey play strippers who talk about how the financial mess on Wall Street has affected their business. Deep House Dish - Kenan, as DJ Dynasty Handbag, hosts another edition of this show, featuring performances from Kristen and Anna, two house-music divas, and Bobby, Fred and Will, a group of singing "bears." Budget Bridal Gowns - Kenan does a commercial for his store, which sells "Slightly Stained & Used Bridal Gowns." MY EX-BOYFRIEND - Anna plays a woman who cannot stop talking about her ex-boyfriend while on a date with Bill.
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Episode 3 - Frank Zappa / Frank Zappa - October 21,1978Frank Zappa hosts. Musical performances include "The Meek Shall Inherit Nothing" and "Rollo". Sketches include Coneheads and Mr. Bill Moves In.
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Episode 4 - Anne Hathaway - October 4, 2008Sketches include VP Debate Cold Open (featuring Tina Fey and Queen Latifah), Anne Hathaway Monologue, The Lawrence Welk Show, C-Span Bailout, Digital Short: Extreme Challenge, Weekend Update, Mary Poppins, News Team, Mark Wahlberg Talks to Animals, Katy Perry.
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Episode 4 - Steve Martin / Van Morrison - November 4, 1978Steve Martin returns as host with musical guest Van Morrison ("Wavelength" and "Kingdom Hall"). Sketches include Theodoric of York, Nerds and Festrunk Brothers.
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Episode 5 - Buck Henry / Grateful Dead - November 11, 1978Buck Henry returns as host with musical guest Grateful Dead ("Casey Jones", "I Need a Miracle" and "Good Lovin'"). Sketches include Samurai Optometrist, Uncle Roy and Nick Sands.
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Episode 5 - Josh Brolin - October 18, 2008Sketches Include Palin Cold Open, W Monologue, Macgruber #1: Oil Refinery, Engagement Surprise, Macgruber #2: Mafia Hideout, Suze Orman, Mark Wahlberg Backstage, Macgruber #3: Supply Ship, Update, Fartface, Narc School, Readi Trade, New York Underground, Fall, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 6 - Jon Hamm - October 25, 2008Sketches Include Road To The White House Cold Open, Hamm Monologue, Trick Or Treat, Digital Short: Rasta Man, A-Holes: Pitch Meeting, Obama Address, Don Draper's Guide, Update, Jon Hamm's New Product, Campaign Ads, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 6 - Carrie Fisher / The Blues Brothers - November 18, 1978Carrie Fisher hosts with musical guest The Blues Brothers ("Soul Man", "Got Everything I Need, Almost" and "B' Movie Boxcar Blues"). Update features Roseanne Roseannadanna talking about health clubs.
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Episode 7 - Walter Matthau - December 2, 1978Walter Matthau hosts. Sketches include Bad News Bees, Greek Restaurant, and Mr. Bill's Late.
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Episode 7 - Ben Affleck - November 1, 2008Sketches Include Qvc Cold Open, Affleck Monologue, There's Got To Be A Better Way, The View, Countdown, Target, Giraffes, Update, Night School Musical, Grady Wilson's Put The Fire Back, Stefon's Movie Pitch, Coat Store, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 8 - Paul Rudd - November 15, 2008Sketches Include Joe Biden Address Cold Open, Paul Monologue, Spring, Kissing Family, Scared Straighter, Digital Short: Everyone's A Critic, Update, Jumper, Gay Marriage, No No No, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 8 - Eric Idle / Kate Bush - December 9,1978Eric Idle returns with musical guest Kate Bush ("The Man With The Child In His Eyes", "Them Heavy People"). Sketches include Julia Child, Candy Slice, Irwin Mainway.
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Episode 9 - Elliott Gould / Peter Tosh & Mick Jagger - December 16, 1978Elliott Gould returns with musical guests Peter Tosh & Mick Jagger ("(You Gotta Walk and) Don't Look Back"). Special appearance by comedians Bob & Ray.
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Episode 9 - Tim McGraw - November 22, 2008Sketches Include Bailout Cold Open , Tim Mcgraw Monologue, Clear-Rite, Dateline, Turkey Day, Bond Casino Showdown, Update, Blizzard Man, Trick Or Turkey, Prank Calls, Mark Payne, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 10 - Michael Palin / The Doobie Brothers - January 27, 1979Michael Palin hosts with musical guest The Doobie Brothers ("What A Fool Believes" and "Taking It To The Streets"). Sketches include Nerds and Mr. Brighton, Drool Bucket and Mr. Bill Goes to Court.
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Episode 11 - Cicely Tyson / Talking Heads - February 10, 1979Cicely Tyson hosts with musical guest Talking Heads ("Take Me To The River" and "Artists Only"). Sketches include Widettes, The Shah's Final Days, Nick Rails.
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Episode 11 - Hugh Laurie - December 13, 2008Sketches Include C-Span/Senate Hearings C.O., Hugh Monologue, Bronx Beat, Christmas Dinner, Wedding Toast, Update, Lamps, Christmas Cat Letter, Digital Short: Cookies, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 12 - Neil Patrick Harris - January 10, 2009Sketches Include Roland Burris Cold Open, How I Met Your Mother Monologue, Today Show, Save Broadway, Penelope-Therapy, Digital Short: Doogie Howser Theme, Update, Fran & Freba, Frost/Other People, Whopper Virgins, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 12 - Rick Nelson / Judy Collins - February 17, 1979Rick Nelson ("Hello Mary Lou", "Travelin' Man" and "Fools Rush In") hosts with special guest Judy Collins ("Hard Times For Lovers"). Sketches include Candy Slice "Gimme Mick", Twilight Zone, Quien Es Mas Macho?
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Episode 13 - Rosario Dawson - January 17, 2009Sketches Include Cheney Interview Cold Open, Rosario Monologue, Da Learnin' Train, Gitmo Ad, Aladdin, Digital Short: A Couple Of Homies, Gilly, Update, La Policia Mexicana, The View, Good Excuse, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 13 - Kate Jackson / Delbert McClinton - February 24, 1979Kate Jackson hosts with musical guest Delbert McClinton ("B' Movie Boxcar Blues" and "I'm Talking About You"). Special guest appearance by Andy Kaufman. Sketches include Nerds and the Nurse, Bad Cabaret for Children and Mr. Bill Shapes Up.
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Episode 14 - Steve Martin - January 31, 2009Sketches Include Obama Cold Open, Steve Martin Monologue, Pampers, Neil & Jean - Sports Bar , Digital Short: Laser Cats 4, Issues, Bernie Madoff , Update, Make-Up Counter, Late For School, Nfl Films, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 14 - Gary Busey / Eubie Blake & Gregory Hines - March 10,1979Gary Busey hosts with musical guests Eubie Blake & Gregory Hines ("Low Down Blues" and "I'm Just Wild About Harry"). Sketches include Billy Carter, Muck Jumpers and a special musical performance by Gary Busey ("Stay All Night").
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Episode 15 - Bradley Cooper - February 7, 2009Sketches Include Pelosi/Reid Cold Open, Bradley Cooper Monologue, Today Show, Sex With Your Wife, Digital Short: I'm On A Boat, Update, Hockey Fan, Bad Guys, Good Conversation, Intervention: Squirt Squirt, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 15 - Margot Kidder / The Chieftains - March 17, 1979Margot Kidder hosts with musical guest The Cheiftains ("If I Had Maggie In The Wood" and "The Morning Dew"). Sketches include Fred Garvin Male Prostitute, Lois Lane and Mr. Bill's Closet.
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Episode 16 - Alec Baldwin - February 14, 2009Sketches Include Republican Meeting Cold Open, Baldwin Monologue, Fourth Jonas, Cougar Den, Sir Mix-A-Lot Photo Shop, Update, Scheduling Meeting, Wii Guys, Pampers, Hot Air Balloon #1, First Coughs, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 16 - Richard Benjamin / Rickie Lee Jones - April 7, 1979Richard Benjamin hosts with musical guest Rickie Lee Jones ("Chuck E's In Love" and "Coolsville"). Special appearance by Rodney Dangerfield. Sketches include The Pepsi Syndrome and Nerds and Milt.
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Episode 17 - Dwayne Johnson - March 7, 2009Sketches Include Geithner Cold Open, Dwayne Johnson Monologue, Macgruber w/Macguyver, The Rock Obama, Macgruber w/Macguyver #2, Activia Commercial, Hawaiian Hotel, Macgruber w/Macguyver #3, Update, Sports Show, NBC Promos, To The Lighthouse, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 17 - Milton Berle / Ornette Coleman - April 14. 1979Milton Berle hosts with musical guest Ornette Colman ("Times Square"). Sketches include The Village Persons "Bend Over Chuck Berry", Irwin Mainway's Kiddie Fun World and The Farbers.
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Episode 18 - Tracy Morgan - March 14, 2009Sketches Include Tracy's Back Cold Open, Tracy Monologue, Pampers, Safari Planet, The View, Scared Straight, Dateline, Update, Big Love, Digital Short: Party Guys, Suppressex, Quiz Show, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 18 - Michael Palin / James Taylor - May 12, 1979Michael Palin returns with musical guest James Taylor ("Up On The Roof" and "Millworker"). Sketches include The Raging Queen, Rovco Magna-Gro and Mr. Bill Runs Away.
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Episode 19 - Maureen Stapleton / Linda Ronstadt & Phoebe Snow - May 19,1979Maureen Stapleton hosts with musical guests Linda Ronstadt & Phoebe Snow ("It's In His Kiss" and "The Married Men"). Sketches include Telepsychic, Idi Amin, Nick Wings and Mr. Bill Goes To The Movies.
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Episode 19 - Seth Rogen - April 4, 2009Sketches Include Presidential Address Cold Open, Rogen Monologue, Fast & Furious, Save Comics, Vinny Talks To Seth, Digital Short: Like A Boss, Girlfriend Voice, Update, Tutoring, Easter Album, Muppet Bus, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 20 - Buck Henry / Bette Midler - May 26, 1979Buck Henry hosts the season finale with musical guest Bette Midler ("Married Men" and "Martha"). Sketches include Samurai Bakery, Blind Ambition, Greek Restaurant, and Uncle Roy Returns.
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Episode 20 - Zac Efron - April 11, 2009Sketches Include Obama Homecoming Cold Open, Tween Monologue, Gilly-Science Fair, Junk Mail #1, Cool Bar, Update , Hsm4, Train, I Am Your Mother, & Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 21 - Justin Timberlake - May 9, 2009Sketches include Geithner Cold Open, Timberlake Monologue, Mom Translator, Target, Immigrant Tale, Update: Including Fred And Bill (As Gov. David Paterson And Eliot Spitzer); Star Trek Update (Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Leonard Nimoy - Bobby And Kenan) and Barry Gibb Talk Show, Goodnights & Credits
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Episode 22 - Will Ferrell - May 16, 2009Sketches include Cheney On TV Cold Open, Theatre Monologue, Wade Blasingame, Lawrence Welk, Jeopardy, Update: (Including Really?!? - Arizona State; Will Ferrell as Harry Caray), Funeral, Goodnights and Credits.
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