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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 33 Episode 6 - Ellen Page/Wilco
    8.5/10(2 votes)

    #1 - Ellen Page/Wilco

    S33:E6

    Juno star Ellen Page hosts; Wilco performs songs from their new album, Sky Blue Sky.

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  2. undefined Season 33 Episode 10 - Ashton Kutcher/Gnarls Barkley
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #2 - Ashton Kutcher/Gnarls Barkley

    S33:E10

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  3. undefined Season 34 Episode 8 - Paul Rudd/Beyonce
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #3 - Paul Rudd/Beyonce

    S34:E8

    Live from New York, it's... Jason Sudeikis! Sketches include "Vice President-elect Joe Biden," "Sproingo," "Kissing Family," "Scared Straight," "Everyone's a Critic" (Digital Short), "Tom and Tonya Peoples," "Garden Party Road Trip," "Beyonce Video Shoot," "Suicide Negotiation," "Proposition 8," and "Clearing the Air" (film). Beyonce performed "If I Were a Boy" and "Single Ladies."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  4. undefined Season 34 Episode 16 - Alec Baldwin/Jonas Brothers
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Alec Baldwin/Jonas Brothers

    S34:E16

    Actor Alec Baldwin hosts; Jonas Brothers perform "Tonight" and "Video Girl." Sketches include "Republican Congressional Leadership Meeting," "The Fourth Jonas Brother," "The Cougar Den," "Digital Short: The Jonas Brothers' Secret," "Sir Mix-a-Lot's Photo Shop," "Weekend Update" with guests Oscar Rogers, Angelina Jolie, Angie Tempura, and Joaquin Phoenix, "Vincent Price's Valentine's Day Special," "Planning a Meeting," "Wii," "Chewable Pampers Commercial," "Virgania Horsen's Hot Air Balloon Rides," and "First Coughs."

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  5. undefined Season 34 Episode 20 - Zac Efron/Yeah Yeah Yeahs
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Zac Efron/Yeah Yeah Yeahs

    S34:E20

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  6. undefined Season 34 Episode 21 - Justin Timberlake/Ciara
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Justin Timberlake/Ciara

    S34:E21

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  7. undefined Season 35 Episode 7 - Joseph Gordon-Levitt / Dave Matthews Band
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Joseph Gordon-Levitt / Dave Matthews Band

    S35:E7

    Live from New York, it's... Nasim Pedrad and Will Forte! Sketches include "Obama and Hu Jintao," "Movie Trailer Re-Cut: Palin 2012," "Secret Word," "A Girl Like Reba" (Digital Short), "The Mellow Show," "What's Up With That?," "Thanksgiving Dinner," "Woman To Woman," and "Say Anything." The Dave Matthews Band performed "You and Me" and "Shake Me Like a Monkey."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  8. undefined Season 35 Episode 21 - Betty White/Jay-Z
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - Betty White/Jay-Z

    S35:E21

    Sketches include "Lawrence Welk Cold Open," "Betty White Monologue," "NPR," "The Manuel Ortiz Show," "Gingey," "Weekend Update," featuring Molly Shannon as Sally O'Malley and Betty White as Dottie Donigan, "Scared Straight" and "Census 2010."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  9. undefined Season 34 Episode 6 - Jon Hamm/Coldplay
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Jon Hamm/Coldplay

    S34:E6

    Jon Hamm/Coldplay is the sixth episode of the thirty-fourth season of Saturday Night Live. It originally aired on October 25, 2008.

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  10. undefined Season 35 Episode 2 - Ryan Reynolds / Lady Gaga
    7.7/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Ryan Reynolds / Lady Gaga

    S35:E2

    Live from New York, it's... Fred Armisen! Sketches include "Obama's Checklist," "Mostly Garbage Dog Food," "Celebrity Family Feud," "Throw It On The Ground" (Digital Short), "Mike's Fountainry," "Deep House Dish," "So You Commited a Crime... And You Think You Can Dance?," "International Masterworks," and "Bubble Dresses Backstage." Lady Gaga performed "Paparazzi" and a medley of "LoveGame," "Bad Romance," and "Poker Face."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  11. undefined Season 36 Episode 1 - Amy Poehler/Katy Perry
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #11 - Amy Poehler/Katy Perry

    S36:E1

    America's long-running sketch comedy show returns for Season 36 with "SNL" alum Amy Poehler helming the cast and fielding kisses from Justin Timberlake. Sketches include Bronx Beat, Hair Restoration, Maternity Matters, Wedding Venue, and more.

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  12. undefined Season 33 Episode 5 - Tina Fey/Carrie Underwood
    7.5/10(3 votes)

    #12 - Tina Fey/Carrie Underwood

    S33:E5

    Live from New York, it's... Kristen Wiig! Sketches include "CNN-Univision Democratic Debate," "Annuale," "Rock of Love 2," "A Message for Old People" (Digital Short), "What's That Bitch Talking About?," "Celebrity Apprentice," "Ed Mahoney's Speech," "Virgania Harsen's Hot Air Balloons," "I Drink Your Milkshake," and "Lady Business." Carrie Underwood performed "All-American Girl" and "Flat on the Floor."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  13. undefined Season 33 Episode 7 - Amy Adams/Vampire Weekend
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Amy Adams/Vampire Weekend

    S33:E7

    Live from New York, it's... Amy Adams! Sketches include "Clinton Attack Ad," "Mirror Image," "Green Card Couple Therapy," "A New Superhero" (Digital Short), "Fierce: The Hot Mess Makeover Show," "Penelope in Driving " "Dr. Uncle Jimmy's," "Roger Clemens Presents," "The Best of the Tookie Stiles Show," and "Dancing Galpals." Vampire Weekend performed "A-Punk" and "M79."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  14. undefined Season 33 Episode 8 - Jonah Hill/Mariah Carey
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #14 - Jonah Hill/Mariah Carey

    S33:E8

    Live from New York, it's... Bill Hader! Sketches include "Spitzer & Associates," "MacGruber" (two parts), "What's Your Situation?," "Adam Grossman at Benihana," "The Suze Orman Show," "Andy's Dad" (Digital Short), "Target Greatland," "NBC Special Report," "Clancy & Jackie," and "Internet Date." Mariah Carey performed "Touch My Body" and "Migrate" (featuring T-Pain).

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  15. undefined Season 34 Episode 2 - James Franco/Kings of Leon
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #15 - James Franco/Kings of Leon

    S34:E2

    Live from New York, it's... Darrell Hammond! Sketches include "McCain Voiceovers," "The Cougar Den," "Agent 420," "Simpson Jury Selection," "Murray Hill" (Digital Short), "The Looker," "New York Times Reporters," "Of Mice and Men," "Yankee Stadium Stories" (film), and "James and Willam Dafoe." Kings of Leon performed "Sex on Fire" and "Use Somebody."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  16. undefined Season 34 Episode 3 - Anna Faris/Duffy
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #16 - Anna Faris/Duffy

    S34:E3

    Live from New York, it's... Tina Fey! Sketches include "Sarah Palin Interview," "New Friends," "The First Presidential Debate," "Rowboat Date," "Scores," "Deep House Dish," "Googie Rene's Slightly Stained Wedding Dress Basement," and "Superior Ex-Boyfriend." Duffy performed "Mercy" and "Stepping Stone."

    Director:N/A
    Writer:Simon Rich

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  17. undefined Season 34 Episode 17 - Dwayne Johnson/Ray LaMontagne
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #17 - Dwayne Johnson/Ray LaMontagne

    S34:E17

    Sketches include "1-800-IDEAS?," "MacGruber" (three parts), "The Rock Obama," "Activia Testimonials," "Hawaiians," "Game Time with Dave and Gary," "NBC Promos," and "Lighthouse Date."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  18. undefined Season 34 Episode 4 - Anne Hathaway/The Killers
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #18 - Anne Hathaway/The Killers

    S34:E4

    Sketches include "The Vice Presidential Debate," "The Lawrence Welk Show," "The Wall Street Bailout," "Nightclub Flirting," "Extreme Activities Competition" (Digital Short), "Mary Poppins," "Sioux City News 3," "Mark Wahlberg Talks to Animals," "Pretending To Be Gay," and "The Less Provocactive Songs of Katy Perry." The Killers performed "Human" and "Spaceman."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  19. undefined Season 35 Episode 5 - Taylor Swift
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #19 - Taylor Swift

    S35:E5

    Live from New York, it's... Kristen Wiig! Sketches include "Fox News Election Coverage," "Carter n' Sons BBQ," "The View," "Firelight" (Digital Short), "Hollywood Dish," "Teens Raising Awareness About Awful Parent Drivers," "Penelope at the Wedding," "Scared Straight," "Best Friends," and "Bunny Business." Taylor Swift performed "You Belong To Me" and "Untouchable."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  20. undefined Season 36 Episode 3 - Jane Lynch/Bruno Mars
    7.2/10(4 votes)

    #20 - Jane Lynch/Bruno Mars

    S36:E3

    Sketches include Ask Gloria Allred Cold Open, Jane Lynch Monologue, Facebook, New Boyfriend Talk Show, Christine O'Donnell Ad, Secret Word, An SNL Digital Short: Relaxation Therapy, Returns & Exchanges and more.

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  21. undefined Season 33 Episode 2 - Seth Rogen/Spoon
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Seth Rogen/Spoon

    S33:E2

    Live from New York, it's... Andy Samberg! Sketches include "A Message from Kevin Federline," "Veritas Ultrasound HD," "2007 National Douchebag Championships," "MacGruber" (three parts), "Jeremy and Sasha," "Fred Thompson '08," "America's First Colonists," "Rowlf & The Swedish Chef," and "Mad Joe Dixon." Spoon performed "The Underdog" and "You Got Your Cherry Bomb."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  22. undefined Season 33 Episode 4 - Brian Williams/Feist
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - Brian Williams/Feist

    S33:E4

    Live from New York, it's... Senator Barack Obama! Sketches include "Clintons' Halloween Party, "Maybelline for Men," "Bronx Beat," "Reilly's Way," "Publishers' Clearinghouse," "A Day in the Life of Brian Williams" (digital short), "Larry King Live," "iPhone," "Drexel University Debate," and "Dunham & Kirk." Feist performed "1-2-3-4" and "I Feel It All."

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  23. undefined Season 33 Episode 9 - Christopher Walken/Panic at the Disco
    7.0/10(2 votes)

    #23 - Christopher Walken/Panic at the Disco

    S33:E9

    Live from New York, it's... Darrell Hammond and Amy Poehler! Sketches include "The Clintons' Income," "Annuale," "Grease Rehearsals," "Kevin's Farewell Party," "Laser Cats 3-D" (Digital Short), "Excited Sue," "Walken Family Reunion," "Indoor Gardening Tips," "Top Chef," and "Larry King Live." Panic at the Disco performed "Nine in the Afternoon" and "I Write Sins, Not Tragedies." Mariah Carey performed "Touch My Body" and "Migrate" (featuring T-Pain).

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  24. undefined Season 33 Episode 11 - Shia LaBeouf/My Morning Jacket
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - Shia LaBeouf/My Morning Jacket

    S33:E11

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    Writer:Simon Rich

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  25. undefined Season 34 Episode 5 - Josh Brolin/Adele
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Josh Brolin/Adele

    S34:E5

    Live from New York, it's... Gov. Sarah Palin! Sketches include "Palin on Palin," "MacGruber" (three parts), "Sue and the Engagement," "The Suze Orman Show," "Mark and Andy Backstage," "I'm No Angel," "Fart Face," "Narc School," "ReadiTrade.com," "New York Underground" (film), and "Fall Foliage." Adele performed "Chasing Pavements" and "Cold Shoulder."

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Simon Rich Ratings Summary

"Ellen Page/Wilco" is the best rated episode written by Simon Rich. It scored 8.5/10 based on 2 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 3/1/2008 and is rated 0.5 points higher than their second-best episode, "Ashton Kutcher/Gnarls Barkley".