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19 this season · 1030 totals31e01 Steve Carell / Kanye West 2005-10-02 03:30
Steve Carell / Kanye West
The Office and 40 Year Old Virgin star Steve Carell hosts. Musical guest Kanye West performing hit songs from his second album "Late Registration." Sketches: "Bush Addresses the Nation," "MorganStanley," "Jet Blue Crisis," "Anderson Cooper 360," "The Couple That Should Be Divorced," "Girls Gone Wild Katrina," "Kanye Backstage," "The Lundford Twins Variety Hour," "Fun With Real Audio" (cartoon), and "Debbie Downer." Performances: Kanye West performs "Gold Digger" and "Heard Em Say" with Adam Levine.
s31e02 Jon Heder / Ashlee Simpson 2005-10-09 03:30
Jon Heder / Ashlee Simpson
Tonight's host is John Heder of Napoleon Dynamite fame. Musical guest is Ashlee Simpson, back for the first time after her lip synching fiasco. Sketches: "George W. Bush and Harriet Miers," "Taco Town," "Caitlin's Science Fair," "Werewolf Date," "The Misadventures of Tom Delay and Bill Frist," "Showbiz Grande Explosion!," "Wilson Brothers Funeral Home," "Hubbard Systems," "Operator Date," and "The Black Eyed Peas." Perfomances: Ashlee Simpson performs "Catch Me When I Fall" and "Boyfriend."
s31e03 Catherine Zeta-Jones / Franz Ferdinand 2005-10-23 03:30
Catherine Zeta-Jones / Franz Ferdinand
Host: Catherine Zeta-Jones. Musical Guest: Franz Ferdinand.
s31e04 Lance Armstrong / Sheryl Crow 2005-10-30 03:30
Lance Armstrong / Sheryl Crow
Seven time "Tour De France" winner Lance Armstrong hosts. Musical guest is his girlfriend Sheryl Crow. Sketches: "The Libby Indictment," "Celebrity Ironman," "RAD 3000," "Indigo Girls Harmonies," "The O'Reilly Factor," "Sheryl's Song," "Days of Our Lives," "Carol!," and "Giddy Henchman." Performances: Sheryl Crow performs "Good is Good" and "Strong Enough."
s31e05 Jason Lee / Foo Fighters 2005-11-13 04:30
Jason Lee / Foo Fighters
My Name Is Earl star Jason Lee hosts with musical guest Foo Fighters. Sketches: "Hardball," "JJ Casuals," "Good Morning Meth," "The Falconer," "Thomas & Dobbins," "The Soaking Wet Killer," "Refurbishments," "Butt Pregnancy," "Stachin'," "McNutly & Sons," and "American Tasar." Performances: Foo Fighters perform "DOA" and "Best of You."
s31e06 Eva Longoria / Korn 2005-11-20 04:30
Eva Longoria / Korn
Desprate Housewives star Eva Longoria hosts with musical guest Korn. Sketches: "Bush Q&A in China," "RAM 5000," "The Spammies," "Deep House Dish," "MorganStanley," "The Couple That Should Be Divorced," "Vincent Price's Thanksgiving Day Special," "Vanity Fair Photo Shoot," "Still Trapped in the Closet," "The Engelhart Five Minus One," and "Firmium." Performances: KoRn performs "Twisted Transistor" and "Freak on a Leash."
s31e07 Dane Cook / James Blunt 2005-12-04 04:30
Dane Cook / James Blunt
December 3 finds red-hot standup comedian Dane Cook hosting the show. Cook comes to the show on the heels of the historic success of his comedy album "Retaliation" which debuted at Number 4 on the Billboard 200, making him the highest-charting comedian in 25 years. Cook has built a large and loyal following through relentless touring and through an innovative online presence through his own website and myspace.com. He was recently seen in the film "Waiting" with Ryan Reynolds and will star opposite Jessica Simpson in "Employee of the Month." Joining Cook in making his SNL debut is acclaimed singer-songwriter James Blunt. Called "One of the Ten Artists to Watch" by Rolling Stone, Blunt comes to the show with a massive following in the UK. His record "Back to Bedlam" debuted in October 2004 and spent nine weeks at the top of the charts (bumping Coldplay's "X&Y" from the top slot). With the record 6x Platinum, he makes his U.S. crossover on the strength of his first breakout single "You're Beautiful." Sketches: "The Tree Re-Lighting," "West Bedford Drama Club," "Taco Town," "The Long Ride Home: The Jay Feely Story," "Wool Sweater," "Lettuce" (film), "Target Greatland," "24-Hour Coma," "Fight Back with Victor Santos," and "MorganStanley." Performances: James Blunt performs "You're Beautiful" and "Goodbye My Lover."
s31e08 Alec Baldwin / Shakira 2005-12-11 04:30
Alec Baldwin / Shakira
Returning to Studio 8H on DECEMBER 10 is Alec Baldwin, a perennial and adept host, who makes his twelfth hosting appearance on the show, putting him in the upper echelon of frequent guest hosts. Other frequent hosts include Christopher Walken, Tom Hanks, Chevy Chase, Buck Henry, John Goodman and record-holder Steve Martin with 13 appearances. One of Hollywood's most charismatic and prolific actors ? both on stage and in film -- Baldwin earned raves for his performance in Martin Scorsese's "The Aviator" and an Academy Award? nomination for his role in "The Cooler" oppostite William H. Macy. This year, he was seen in Cameron Crowe's "Elizabethtown" and next he'll star opposite Jim Carrey and Tea Leoni in "Fun with Dick and Jane." Joining Baldwin is global superstar Shakira. Shakira will perform from both her multi-platinum Spanish and English records "Fijacion Oral, Vol. 1" and "Oral Fixation, Vol. 2," including the first live network performance of her hit "La Tortura" with Alejandro Sanz. The records are the follow up to her 13 million selling English language debut "Laundry Service." Sketches: "Saddam's Cell," "Tylenol BM," "Face Transplant," "The O'Reilly Factor," "Celebrity Mugshot Poker" (cartoon), "Brokeback Goldmine," "The Tony Bennett Show," "Carol at Bowl-a-Rama," "The Man Who Married a Hot Dog," "Medicare," and "Santa's Workshop."
s31e09 Jack Black / Neil Young 2005-12-18 04:30
Jack Black / Neil Young
On december 17, SNL welcomes back Jack Black as host. Black, known for his comedic turns in "High Fidelity," "School of Rock," "Shallow Hal," "Orange County" and his voice work in the animated hit "Shark Tale" makes the move to action blockbuster in the eagerly anticipated, star-studded epic "King Kong" from Oscar?-winning director Peter Jackson ("Lord of the Rings"). Also down the pike for Black, is his band Tenacious D's first feature film "Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny" and "Nacho Libre" from the creator of "Napoleon Dynamite." Joining Black as musical guest is rock legend Neil Young. Young has created one of the most exciting and groundbreaking legacies in rock and roll history. A multiple Rock & Roll Hall of Fame member, Young has become known as a musical innovator and inspiration. Over the last forty years, the acclaimed singer-songwriter has often been cited as the artist that leads the way for others through an uncompromising pursuit of staying true to his music. Young's latest release "Prairie Wind" is no exception. It is receiving universal acclaim, placing it in the pantheon of such Young classics as "Harvest" and "Harvest Moon." Sketches:"A Holiday Message from the Vice President," "Stuart Little Mouse Removal Kit," "Sbarro," "Appalachian Emergency Room," "Christmastime for the Jews" (cartoon), "Channel 5 Photo Shoot," "Lazy Sunday" (film), "A Very Downer Christmas," "Space War 2148," "Two A-Holes Buying a Christmas Tree," and "Spelling Bee." Performances:Neil Young performs "It's a Dream" and "He Was The King."
s31e10 Scarlett Johansson / Death Cab for Cutie 2006-01-15 04:30
Scarlett Johansson / Death Cab for Cutie
With an already impressive decade of work under her belt at a young age, Johansson hosts "SNL" for the first time, as she receives rave reviews for her work in Woody Allen's acclaimed new film "Match Point," for which she was nominated for her fourth consecutive Golden Globe Award in three years. Johansson attained worldwide recognition at 14 in Robert Redford's "The Horse Whisperer" and has transitioned from child star to leading lady in such varied and praised fare as "Ghost World," the Coen Brothers' "The Man Who Wasn't There" opposite Billy Bob Thornton, "A Love Song for Bobby Long" with John Travolta, "In Good Company" and her BAFTA award winning performance opposite SNL alum Bill Murray in Sofia Coppola's "Lost In Translation." She will next be seen in Brian DePalma's "The Black Dahlia," Allen's next feature "Scoop," as well as the upcoming big screen adaptation of the best-selling "The Nanny Diaries." Joining Johansson in making their SNL debut is acclaimed indie rock band Death Cab for Cutie who will perform tracks from their first major label release "Plans." The band was recently nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Album. The band's lush sound has been described as "simultaneously intimate and huge" by The Onion's AV Club. Death Cab's move to a major label has widely expanded their already ardent fanbase - landing the record's debut at No. 4 on the Billboard Album charts. Sketches: "The 700 Gang" (cartoon), "Taco Town," "Deep House Dish," "Smorgabord," "Darwin" (cartoon), "Mike and Toni's Chandelier Galaxy," "Live Duluth," "My Super Sweet 16," "Once in a Lifetime Jewelers," "The Kuril-Khamchatka Trench," and "Mr. Willoughby." Performances: Death Cab For Cutie perform "Soul Meets Body" and "Crooked Teeth."
s31e11 Peter Sarsgaard / The Strokes 2006-01-22 04:30
Peter Sarsgaard / The Strokes
Sarsgaard comes to SNL after a busy 2005. The actor was most recently seen opposite Jake Gyllenhall and Jamie Foxx in the Gulf War drama "Jarhead" and the thriller "Flightplan" opposite Jodie Foster, as well as the indie film "The Dying Gaul" with Patricia Clarkson and Campbell Scott. Sarsgaard received early acclaim for his work opposite Hilary Swank in "Boys Don't Cry" and went on to receive numerous critics awards and nominations for both a Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award for his performance as New Republic editor Charles Lane in "Shattered Glass." In 2004, Sarsgaard co-starred with Zach Braff and Natalie Portman in the Sundance hit "Garden State" as well as earning more accolades for his work with Liam Neeson and Laura Linney in "Kinsey." Returning to SNL alongside Sarsgaard are "New York's own rock saviors" - the Strokes. The band debuted to huge acclaim in 2001 and return with their new release "First Impressions of Earth" which is being hailed as a return to form. The New York Times adds that the Strokes "outdo themselves" on the new record and "everything sounds bigger, nervier and more spontaneous." The debut track "Juicebox" is the band's first No. 1 single. Sketches:"Anderson Cooper 360," "Nelson's Baby Toupees," "Target Greatland," "National Pirate Convention," "Carol!," "Young Chuck Norris" (film), "Cat Fancy," "Gays in Space," "Fairmount Suites Inn," "National Security Agency," and "SARS-guards." Performances: The Strokes perform "Juicebox" and "You Only Live Once."
s31e12 Steve Martin / Prince 2006-02-05 04:30
Steve Martin / Prince
This week is host Steve Martin. This is his fourteenth time hosting SNL since 1975. Also returning this week is cast member Maya Rudolph for the first time since going on maternity leave in October. Joining Martin is musical guest Prince (the real one, not Fred Armisen's wacky impression.) Sketches: "The Sabotage of Baldwin" (film), "Teddy Bear Holding a Heart," "Oprah," "Don't Buy Stuff You Cannot Afford," "Hamas," "Close Talkers" (film), "Quick Zoom Theater," "Super Bowl XL Rehearsals," "Backstage: Steve, Alec and Lorne," "The Prince Show," "State of the Galaxy 2145," "The Tangent" (film), "Surfer Club," and "Naturally Crafting." Performances: Prince performs "Fury (A Woman Scorned)" and "Beautiful Loved, and Blessed" with Tamar.
s31e13 Natalie Portman / Fall Out Boy 2006-03-05 04:30
Natalie Portman / Fall Out Boy
Natalie Portman hosts with a musical performance by Fall Out Boy.
s31e14 Matt Dillon / Arctic Monkeys 2006-03-12 04:30
Matt Dillon / Arctic Monkeys
On March 11, fresh from the Oscars, Best Supporting Actor nominee Matt Dillon hosts the show. With over two decades of film work in his career, Dillon has received rave reviews, and numerous nominations (including an Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Independent Spirit Award) for his work in "Crash," which won a Best Ensemble award from the Screen Actors Guild. One of the most diverse actors of his generation, Dillon boasts a resume full of credits that run the gamut from his breakthrough performance in "The Outsiders" to his comedic turns in "There's Something About Mary." He was most recently seen in "Herbie Fully Loaded" opposite Lindsay Lohan and will next be seen in the summer comedy "You Me and Dupree" with Kate Hudson and Owen Wilson and will also star as Charles Bukowski's alter ego in "Factotum," which garnered praise at the Cannes Film Festival. Dillon won an IFP Spirit Award in 1990 for his work in "Drugstore Cowboy" and followed it up with numerous memorable roles in a wide variety of films including "Beautiful Girls," "Singles," "In & Out," "To Die For" and "Wild Things." He made his writing and directing debut in 2002 with "City of Ghosts." Performing alongside Dillon on March 11 is the most talked-about band of the year thus far - Arctic Monkeys. Debuting stateside armed with the fastest-selling British debut ever and a deafening amount of buzz to go with it. The band "deserves every ounce of it," according to Time magazine. The album "Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not" boasts infectious melodies, crashing guitars, raw energy and "whip-smart lyrics," says Time. The Monkeys' SNL performance marks not only their American television debut, but also their only appearance during their current North American tour. Sketches: "Spring Break '06," "prisonmate.net," "SportsCenter," "Lookalikes" (film), "Two A-Holes at a Travel Agency," "How to Order Sushi Like a CEO," "JJ Casuals," "Joplin: Alive! Podcast," "Vincent Price's St. Patrick Day's Special," "Inner Harmony Recording," "Appalachian Emergency Room," and "Decicco Brothers Unicornery." Performances: The Arctic Monkeys perform "I Bet You Look Good on the Dance Floor" and "A Certain Romance."
s31e15 Antonio Banderas / Mary J. Blige 2006-04-09 03:30
Antonio Banderas / Mary J. Blige
Antonio Banderas hosts with musical guest Mary J. Blige.
s31e16 Lindsay Lohan / Pearl Jam 2006-04-16 03:30
Lindsay Lohan / Pearl Jam
Sketches: "The Situation Room," "Neutrogena Coin Slot," "Deep House Dish," "Journey to the Disney Vault" (cartoon), "The O'Reilly Factor," "Le Rendezvous," "Lasar Cats!" (film), "Debbie Downer," "Socially Awkward Officemates," and "Atlantic City Fever." Performances: Pearl Jam perform "World Wide Suicide" and "Unemployable."
s31e17 Tom Hanks / Red Hot Chili Peppers 2006-05-07 03:30
Tom Hanks / Red Hot Chili Peppers
Tom Hanks, who's promoting The DaVinci Code, hosts SNL for the eight time. Tonight's musical guest Red Hot Chili Peppers. Sketches: "Bill Frist's Gas Plan," "Wheel of Fortune," "Kaitlin and the Iguana," "Ariell & Ephraim" (film), "Ma!," "Claremont Yoga Center," "Colin's Place," and "Country Club Tennis." Performances: Red Hot Chili Peppers perform "Dani California" and "Give It Away."
s31e18 Julia Louis-Dreyfus / Paul Simon 2006-05-14 03:30
Julia Louis-Dreyfus / Paul Simon
Former Seinfeld star and SNL cast member Julia Louis-Dreyfus takes time off from her show The New Adventures of Old Christine to host tonight with musical guest Paul Simon, his 11th time as musical guest. Sketches: "Parallel Universe Address from President Gore", "Techpack," "Horny Homeless Guy," "The Morning Show," "MySpace", "Charades," "Unsolved Mysteries: The Sandy Patterson Story," and "Peyote" (film). Performances: Paul Simon performs "How Can You Live In the Northeast?" and "Outrageous."
s31e19 Kevin Spacey / Nelly Furtado 2006-05-21 03:30
Kevin Spacey / Nelly Furtado
Kevin Spacey is back for his second stint as host in the 31st season finale. Tonight's musical guest is Nelly Furtado, performing singles from her upcoming album "Loose." Sketches: "Anderson Cooper 360," "A-holes at a Crime Scene," "Oprah's Legends Ball," "Carol!," "Fun with Real Audio" (cartoon), "Kevin and Andy Backstage," "The Falconer," "Andy Walking" (film), "Lord Phillip Sarc," and "I Do Not Agree With Many of This Administration's Policies." Performances: Nelly Furtado performs "Promiscuous" with Timbaland and "Maneater."