“SNL” Parodies “Actors on Actors” with Hilarious “Characters on Characters” Sketch
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A clever spin on Variety’s popular series, Saturday Night Live’s “Characters on Characters” delivered a unique holiday treat on its Dec. 13 episode, unveiling a parody of Variety’s acclaimed “Actors on Actors” series. Dubbed “Characters on Characters,” the sketch featured interactions between iconic holiday figures, offering a playful look at their backstories and motivations.
Holiday Icons take the Stage
The sketch assembled a delightful cast of characters, including Rudolph (played by host Josh O’Connor) and A Partridge in a Pear Tree (Bowen Yang); The Grinch (Mikey Day) and Scrooge (James Austin Johnson); Little Drummer Boy (Kenan Thompson) and Tiny Tim (Marcello Hernández); and Mrs. Claus (Chloe fineman) and The Grandma from “grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer” (Ashley Padilla). The pairings promised – and delivered – a unique blend of holiday cheer and satirical wit.
Deconstructing Holiday Lore
The premise cleverly mirrored the in-depth conversations about craft found in Variety’s “Actors on Actors,” but with a distinctly comedic twist. According to reports, the discussions delved into surprisingly deep territory, with Rudolph lamenting his lack of formal training before taking the reins of Santa’s sleigh. The Partridge in a Pear Tree described finding a “chosen family” amongst the other days of Christmas, while The grinch reportedly discussed the challenges of filming on location in Whoville.
Other highlights included Scrooge asserting he didn’t improvise his famous lines penned by Charles Dickens, Little Drummer Boy proudly proclaiming his iconic “Pa rum pum pum pum” refrain, and Mrs. Claus expressing concern that The Grandma might actually be deceased. the sketch was packed with seasonal pop culture references, offering a knowing wink to audiences familiar with these beloved stories.
“SNL” Continues Strong season with Lily allen
Josh O’Connor hosted this week’s episode of SNL,accompanied by musical guest Lily Allen.The episode’s success underscores the show’s continued ability to blend topical humor with creative, original content.
“Actors on Actors” Expands Reach with CNN Partnership
Variety’s “Actors on Actors” is currently in its 23rd edition and has forged a new partnership with CNN. Episodes now premiere exclusively on CNN’s streaming platform before becoming available on Variety’s youtube channel, beginning Dec. 5. This collaboration expands the reach of the popular series, bringing insightful conversations between leading actors to a wider audience.
Watch the SNL “Characters on Characters” sketch below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOUR_YOUTUBE_LINK
This season’s edition of “Actors on Actors” features pairings such as Ariana Grande (“Wicked: For Good”) and Adam Sandler (“Jay Kelly”); Julia Roberts (“After the Hunt”) and Sean Penn (“One battle After Another”); Dwayne Johnson (“The Smashing Machine”) and Brendan Fraser (“Rental Family”); Oscar Isaac (“Frankenstein”) and Teyana Taylor (“One Battle After Another”); and Jennifer Lawrence (“Die My Love”) and Leonardo DiCaprio (“One Battle After Another”). The series continues to provide a unique platform for actors to discuss their craft and share their experiences.
