Timothée Chalamet, back as the host of Saturday Night Live on November 12, 2023, delivered a standout performance, accompanied by musical guest Boygenius. Critics lauded Chalamet’s comedic flair and versatility throughout the episode.
In a memorable opening monologue, Chalamet humorously addressed Hollywood’s return to work post-actors’ strike. Singing about “shameless self-promotion,” he smoothly plugged his new film, “Wonka,” hitting theaters December 15th, and playfully hinted at the lengthy runtime of “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “Dune: Part Two.”
Delayed by the actors’ strike, “Dune: Part Two” now releases on March 15, 2024, starring Zendaya and Chalamet. The first installment, released in 2021 during the pandemic, grossed $402 million globally. Meanwhile, “Wonka” is set for a pre-holiday release on December 8, featuring a star-studded cast.
Throughout the episode, Chalamet showcased his comedic chops in various sketches, including the hilarious “Calm Sleep Story” and the entertaining “Museum of Hip Hop,” where his portrayal of an uninformed hip-hop museum employee led to comical mishaps.
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Chalamet’s talents extended to singing and dancing, with a duet alongside Boygenius in the cold open and a solo number in the monologue. The episode displayed Chalamet’s comedic range and ability to navigate diverse sketches seamlessly.
In summary, Timothée Chalamet’s second stint as Saturday Night Live host was a triumph, highlighting his comedic prowess and confirming his adeptness in handling a spectrum of sketches with finesse.
