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The Best Episodes of Saturday Night Live Season 37

Every episode of Saturday Night Live Season 37 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Saturday Night Live Season 37!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 10 - Jimmy Fallon/Michael Bublé
    8.3/10(323 votes)

    S37:E10

    Michael Bublé performs “A Holly, Jolly Christmas” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” Skits include: Sully and Denise, Today with Kathie Lee and Hoda, Michael Bublé Christmas Duets, Mirror Sketch, 1920s Party, Half Jewish, Half Italian, Completely Neurotic, Seasons Greetings From Saturday Night Live, Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, Regional Production of “War Horse, Tebow and Jesus.

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Tina Fey, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  2. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 15 - Maya Rudolph/Sleigh Bells
    8.1/10(252 votes)

    S37:E15

    Sleigh Bells perform “Comeback Kid" and “End of the Line" Skits include: New York Sports Now, Bronx Beat, Maya Angelou’s I Know Why The Caged Bird Laughs, Beyonce and Jay Z, What’s Up With That?, Super Showcase, A Message from First Lady Michelle Obama, How’s He Doing?

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Bryan Tucker, Colin Jost, Pete Schultz

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  3. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 22 - Mick Jagger
    7.8/10(244 votes)

    S37:E22

    Mick Jagger performs "The Last Time" with Arcade Fire, "19th Nervous Breakdown" and "It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll" with Foo Fighters, and a duo with Jeff Beck. Skits include: The Lawrence Welk Show, Secret Word, Karaoke Champ, Lazy Sunday 2, Politics Nation, So You Think You Can Dance At An Outdoor Music Festival, The Californians, Graduation Day.

    Directors:Don Roy King, Jorma Taccone
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Jorma Taccone, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  4. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 2 - Melissa McCarthy/Lady Antebellum
    7.5/10(255 votes)

    S37:E2

    Lady Antebellum performs "We Owned the Night" and "Just a Kiss." Sketches include The Lawrence Welk Show, Lil Poundcake, Arlene and Tim, Stomp, The Comments Section, Rock's Way, Hidden Valley Ranch Product Testing, and The Tap.

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Bryan Tucker, Colin Jost, Pete Schultz, Sidney Karger

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  5. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 6 - Emma Stone/Coldplay
    7.5/10(243 votes)

    S37:E6

    Coldplay perform "Paradise" and 'Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall" Sketches include "Rick Perry Fumbles," "Secret Word," "WXPD News," "Wish It Would Rain" (Digital Short), "Les Jeunes de Paris," "Bachlorette Party," "Someone Like You," and "Technology Hump" (film).

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jorma Taccone
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  6. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 1 - Alec Baldwin/Radiohead
    7.4/10(238 votes)

    S37:E1

    Radiohead performs "Lotus Flower" and "Staircase." Sketches include Either the 7th or 8th Debate, Red Flag, All My Children Wrap Party, WDHX 19 Buffalo, Who's on Top?, Top Gun Screentests, Child Psychologist, and Angels in the Trenches.

    Directors:Don Roy King, Danielle Kasen
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman

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  7. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 7 - Jason Segel/Florence and the Machine
    7.4/10(232 votes)

    S37:E7

    Florence + The Machine perform "Shake It Off" and "No Light No Light." Sketches include "Romney: Raw & Unleashed," "Red Flag," "Replacing Regis," "Kemper-Pedic," "Vogelchek Thanksgiving," "Mitch's Retirement Party," "A New Jack Thanksgiving," "Seducing Women Through Chess" (Digital Short), "Andre the Giant Chooses An Ice Cream Flavor," and "Blue Jean Committee."

    Director:Unknown
    Writers:Bryan Tucker, Colin Jost, Pete Schultz, Sidney Karger

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  8. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 21 - Will Ferrell/Usher
    7.4/10(190 votes)

    S37:E21

    Usher performs "Scream" and "Climax" Skits include: Nasaflu, Wilson High School Alternative Prom, ESPN Classic, The 100th Digital Short, 2012 Funkytown Debate, Broadway Sizzle, Vince and Angela’s 25th Anniversary

    Directors:Don Roy King, Jorma Taccone
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Steve Higgins, Jorma Taccone, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Akiva Schaffer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Christine Nangle

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  9. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 14 - Zooey Deschanel/Karmin
    7.3/10(229 votes)

    S37:E14

    Karmin performs “Brokenhearted” and “I Told You So” Skits include: Chrysler Ad II, Piers Morgan Tonight, Les Jeunes De Paris, Chrysler Ad III, Daily Post, 1941, Chrysler Ad IV, Bein’ Quirky with Zooey Deschanel, Verizon Commercial, Crab Blast 2012, We’re Gonna Make Technology Hump, Letters Between Sisters.

    Director:Don Roy King
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  10. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 18 - Sofia Vergara/One Direction
    7.2/10(237 votes)

    S37:E18

    One Direction perform "What Makes You Beautiful" and "One Thing" and appeared in "The Manuel Ortiz Show" sketch. Skits include:Just Friends Booty Shorts, Bein’ Quirky With Zooey Deschanel, Almost Pizza, Channel 5 Action News Team Promo, It's Gilly, The Manuel Ortiz Show, Lil’ Poundcake, Watch What Happens Live, Pantene Commercial, 74th Annual Hunger Games.

    Director:Don Roy King
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  11. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 3 - Ben Stiller/Foster The People
    7.1/10(222 votes)

    S37:E3

    Foster the People perform "Pumped Up Kicks" and "Houdini" with Kenny G on soprano sax. Sketches include Mitt Romney and Chris Christie, Lincoln Financial Group (three parts), Fox & Friends, The Best of Both Worlds, V-Necks (Digital Short), Shanna's Halloween Party, Columbus Day Aassblast, Bruce Springsteen: Just the Stories, and Tinyballs.

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  12. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 5 - Charlie Day/Maroon 5
    7.1/10(216 votes)

    S37:E5

    Maroon 5 performs "Moves Like Jagger" and "My Heart'sa Stereo" (feat. Travis McCoy). Sketches include "The Ghost of Moammer Ghadafi," "Kim's Fairytale Divorce," "The Dr. Oz Show," "Greek God Meeting," "Getting Freaky with Cee-Lo Green," "Kings of Catchphrase Comedy, Volume 2," "Because of One Dolphin," "Seinfeld Apartment Murder," and "Lil' Poundcake."

    Director:Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Bryan Tucker, Colin Jost, Pete Schultz, Sidney Karger

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  13. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 9 - Katy Perry/Robyn
    7.1/10(233 votes)

    S37:E9

    Robyn performs “Call Your Girlfriend” and “Dancing On My Own” Skits include: On The Record, J Pop America Fun Time Now, The Apocalypse, Kalle, Two Best Friends, Doggie Duty, Kate Middleton Pregnancy, Politics Nation, Lounge Act Soul Mate.

    Directors:Don Roy King, Jorma Taccone, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Jorma Taccone, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  14. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 17 - Jonah Hill/The Shins
    7.1/10(198 votes)

    S37:E17

    The Shins perform “Simple Song" and “It’s Only Life” Skits include: Benihana, Science Finders, J-Pop America Funtime Now!, Primate Research Center, Liza Minelli Tries To Turn Off A Lamp, Anniversary Orchestra

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  15. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 19 - Josh Brolin/Gotye
    6.9/10(182 votes)

    S37:E19

    Gotye performs “Somebody I Used To Know" (with Kimbra) and “Eyes Wide Open" Skits include Game of Thrones Behind The Scenes, The Californians, America’s Next Top Empire State of Mind Parody Artist, Laser Cats, Piers Morgan Tonight, Slow Motion Hallway, Somebody That I Used To Know, Booker T Washington High Prom

    Directors:Don Roy King, Jorma Taccone, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Jorma Taccone, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  16. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 8 - Steve Buscemi/The Black Keys
    6.8/10(184 votes)

    S37:E8

    The Black Keys perform "Lonely Boy" and "Gold On The Ceiling." Skits include: Presidential Address, Frozen Mexican Dinner, The Miley Cyrus Show, The Dark Knight Sneaks Up on Gordon, The Mystery of the Chopped-Up Guy, Central Cougars, Playskool Surprise, Ed Vincent’s Sex Symposium, Happy Holidays From Sheila and Sheila.

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Emily Spivey, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  17. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 12 - Daniel Radcliffe/Lana Del Rey
    6.7/10(246 votes)

    S37:E12

    Lana Del Ray performs “Video Games” and “Blue Jeans” Skits include: Ricky Gervais: Awards Host, Target Lady, You Can Do Anything!, Spin the Bottle, The Delaware Fellas, Hogwarts 2020, X27B Theater, Glenda Okones, The Jay Pharoah Show, Concord Exit Poll

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  18. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 20 - Eli Manning/Rihanna
    6.3/10(184 votes)

    S37:E20

    Rihanna performs "Talk That Talk" and "Where Have You Been" Sketches include Fox and Friends, Mother’s Day Gift, Madden Motion Capture, Bananagram Murder Trial, Little Brothers, WXPD News, Tanning Mom, What Is This, Helga Lately, Illusions, TCM: The Essentials

    Director:Don Roy King
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Christine Nangle

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  19. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 4 - Anna Faris/Drake
    6.2/10(212 votes)

    S37:E4

    Drake performs “Headlines” and “Make Me Proud” with guest Nicki Minaj. Sketches include "Mayor Bloomberg," "The Manuel Ortiz Show," "What's Wrong With Tanya?!" "Interview with Drake" (Digital Short), "Yet Another GOP Debate," "Sip n' Soda," "J-Pop America Fun Time Now," "Foppish Cecil," and "Ferrari Calendar."

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Simon Rich, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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  20. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 13 - Channing Tatum/Bon Iver
    6.2/10(201 votes)

    S37:E13

    Bon Iver performs “Holocene” and “Beth/Rest” Skits include: Newt Gingrich, Moon President, It’s Getting Freaky with Cee Lo Green, Downton Abbey on Spike, NBC NFL Promo, Secret Word, Rebecca’s Bat Mitzvah, Tom Brady in Ruby Tuesday, Go-Tech Flex (With Thumbpulse), Bongo’s Clown Room

    Director:Don Roy King
    Writers:Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  21. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 16 - Lindsay Lohan/Jack White
    6.1/10(230 votes)

    S37:E16

    Jack White performs “Love Interruption" and "Sixteen Saltines" Skits include: The Real Housewives of Disney, 2012 Psychic Awards, Scared Straight, Deliquent Girl Teen Gang, Big Afro Wedding Invitation, B108FM, Housesitter, Rude Buddha, A Weird Guy By A Fire

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jorma Taccone, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Jorma Taccone, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Zach Kanin

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  22. Saturday Night Live Season 37 Episode 11 - Charles Barkley/Kelly Clarkson
    5.9/10(193 votes)

    S37:E11

    Kelly Clarkson performs “What Doesn’t Kill You” and “Mr. Know It All” Skits include: A Message From Rick Santorum, Chantix, Inside The NBA, White People Problems, ESPN Bowl Madness, Joanne, Charles Barkley’s Post Game Translator, Lord Wyndemere, The 17th Annual Adult Video Awards, Convoluted Jerry (digital short), Mayan Calendar.

    Directors:Don Roy King, John Solomon, Jake Szymanski, Rhys Thomas
    Writers:Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin

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Season 37 Ratings Summary

"Jimmy Fallon/Michael Bublé" is the best rated episode of "Saturday Night Live" season 37. It scored 8.3/10 based on 323 votes. Directed by Don Roy King, John Solomon, Rhys Thomas and written by Paula Pell, Lorne Michaels, Erik Kenward, Sarah Schneider, Steve Higgins, Tina Fey, Seth Meyers, John Mulaney, Michael Patrick O'Brien, Bryan Tucker, James Anderson, John Solomon, Marika Sawyer, Chris Kelly, Kent Sublette, Colin Jost, Jim Downey, Pete Schultz, Alex Baze, Rob Klein, Jessica Conrad, Sidney Karger, Christine Nangle, Shelly Gossman, Zach Kanin, it aired on 12/17/2011. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Maya Rudolph/Sleigh Bells".