It definitely takes talent to not crack during these sketches! Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most memorable “SNL” sketches that surprisingly didn’t break anybody.
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00:00 *All the Mavericks in the house put your hands up*
00:05 Welcome to Miss Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most memorable SNL sketches that surprisingly didn't break anybody.
00:13 "This guy, he is one hell of a dancer, you know, and he's got the sexiest moves I have ever seen."
00:19 Number 10. The Killer Bees - Home Invasion
00:24 In the earlier days of Saturday Night Live, some of the sketches were completely different than they are today.
00:30 This skit is one example of the experimental ideas from the first season that can make people crack.
00:36 "Wait, wait a minute! Honey! What about that pollen you left in the freezer? Why don't you go get it? No, wait! My mistake! Didn't we leave the pollen at Aunt Betty's?"
00:46 A group of bees enter a home to steal pollen, but everybody plays it completely straight.
00:52 The funny outfits, questionable accents, and extended runtime make this whole scene a tightrope walk.
00:59 "I mean, I could write you a check, I could get you some ice cream, you could sit around and watch a little TV, but we don't have any pollen. I'm very sorry."
01:09 There are so many details that it's nearly impossible to accomplish without complete professionals.
01:14 Even as the premise turns meta and goes into the control room, the acting troupe doesn't miss a beat.
01:20 "I wouldn't be in Lorne Michaels' shoes for all the money in the world, because right now, he's probably in there, firing his own father."
01:30 Number 9. Colonel Angus Comes Home
01:33 Playing a Civil War officer, Christopher Walken puts on his best Southern accent for this raunchy sketch.
01:39 "Yes, Daddy! I can't wait to meet him!"
01:42 "Oh, watch out, Melinda! Once a woman is introduced to Colonel Angus, she'll settle for nothing less!"
01:47 It's basically one long joke about the name Colonel Angus, but it manages to be funny all the way to the finish.
01:54 Through each new turn of phrase and clever innuendo, the cast holds steady as the references become almost too much to bear.
02:02 "I always dreamt of the day Colonel Angus would rest his head at Shady Thicket."
02:07 "I always begged my daddy, 'Tell me stories about you and Colonel Angus!' But he never will."
02:14 Amy Poehler and Rachel Dratch have a few knockout lines that really could have brought everyone to their knees.
02:20 Walken's performance also brings with it some unique line deliveries, helping to make this scene another SNL classic.
02:27 "Thank you, Miss Annabelle. And if I overstay my welcome, just tap me on the head."
02:33 Number 8. Massive Head Wound Harry
02:36 Playing the party guest that nobody wants, Dana Carvey's character stumbles into a gathering with a serious injury.
02:43 He ends up putting his head everywhere and even attracting a dog.
02:48 "Yeah, I'm fine. I just gotta rest for a second. Yeah, you know, maybe I need to lie down."
02:56 What follows is one of the funnier wardrobe mishaps ever.
03:00 With the pet chewing on Carvey's headpiece in a moment that could have broken anybody,
03:05 the performer keeps his composure through the hilarious struggle.
03:09 Even with everyone standing around watching the audience loving it, the co-stars remain calm in the face of comedy gold.
03:16 The golden retriever isn't able to tear away all of the prosthetics either.
03:20 If it had been another era of SNL, there's no telling what the reaction would have been from a different lineup of comedians.
03:27 "He probably smells my dog!"
03:30 Number 7. Surprise Party
03:34 With people gathered around him, Christopher Walken's character plans a surprise party for his granddaughter.
03:40 Everybody is on board, but Kristen Wiig's Sue can't contain her excitement.
03:45 "I don't know what she's gonna do when she sees the balloons! And we're hidden! And she's surprised!"
03:53 Wiig's tour de force performance makes this scene complete and that much harder to hold back laughter.
03:59 The comedian really goes for broke with her physical comedy skills, smashing things against her head and crashing through a window.
04:06 Her co-stars don't flinch as she goes completely crazy in the segment.
04:11 "Something I'm very excited that I can't- Is there a party? What? No! Whose birthday is it? What? Tomorrow? What? Tomorrow's nothing! What time is it? Park? Pizza? Hey! I'm going to a party tomorrow! Oh god, here it comes!"
04:21 You've gotta hand it to the comedian for going all out no matter what happens.
04:25 Somehow, even Bill Hader can hide a smile for the duration of this skit, making this a rare SNL moment.
04:32 6. The Lawrence Welk Show - Introducing the Merrell Sisters
04:43 On a very special episode of The Lawrence Welk Show, a singing act features the unexpected talents of Doonies.
04:51 Kristen Wiig's character appears to be the black sheep of the family.
04:55 "I'm Holly. I'm Nora. And I'm Doonies!"
05:04 With some exaggerated makeup, the performer brings an outrageous presence to this segment.
05:09 It's so crazy at times that you'd expect somebody else to start laughing.
05:14 "I like waterfalls. I like butterflies. I like rainbows. I like chasing cars."
05:23 Wiig even has baby doll hands to use, but the likes of Anne Hathaway keep their cool throughout.
05:30 Every verse sets up another hilarious moment for the odd woman out to shine.
05:34 "So I took it home and put some honey on it. And I cooked it and then I ate it. Is that bad? Do-do-do-do."
05:43 The ending even has her popping bubbles in a funny finale. All while Fred Armisen keeps a straight face.
05:50 5. Weekend Update - Sarah Palin Rap
05:54 On this segment for the SNL News program, a surprise cameo inspires Amy Poehler to perform an absurd rap.
06:12 She uses Sarah Palin's life as a focal point for some wild lyrics.
06:16 With the governor watching, Poehler unleashes a performance with absolute perfection.
06:22 The chaos of backup singers and Jason Sudeikis dancing can't even slow her down.
06:37 Daring to be different, the sketch also includes a glorious and silly attack on a moose.
06:42 It's a star-studded moment that finds even the most unlikely guest keeping a straight face.
06:48 If it was us, we couldn't make the same promise about holding back our laughter.
07:04 4. Haunted Elevator - David S. Pumpkins
07:08 From a humble sketch to a viral sensation, Haunted Elevator lives on due to the wacky writing and work of Tom Hanks.
07:16 This holiday ride gets hijacked by a crazy character that could have easily gotten anybody to laugh.
07:31 With each appearance, David S. Pumpkins becomes wilder with every line and dance move.
07:37 He's practically a walking time bomb for the other performers in the sketch.
07:51 Not for nothing, it's also difficult to look at Hanks with his costume and not giggle.
07:57 After all of that, Kate McKinnon and Beck Bennett also survive the funny surprise waiting for them at the end.
08:03 Using the premise of a radio show, SNL does a parody of an NPR show that covers special recipes.
08:23 Well, there are lots of great treats this time of year. Zucchini bread, fruitcake.
08:28 But the thing that I most like to bring out at this time of year are my balls.
08:32 This particular segment features some accurate vocal impressions of the network's presenters and a stellar appearance from Alec Baldwin.
08:40 Baldwin's character Pete Schwette comes with his dish and a ton of double entendres.
08:45 While it's a simple joke, it's still an effective one that gets the audience laughing without cracking up any of the performers.
08:52 Anna Gasteyer and Molly Shannon are absolutely hilarious with their responses to the unfortunately titled food.
09:09 All these years later, the entire sketch has since become iconic for the incredible and self-assured line deliveries.
09:16 Any edition of Celebrity Jeopardy has its fair share of funny moments,
09:36 including this version that features impressions of Burt Reynolds and Sean Connery.
09:40 Will Ferrell has to hold all of them together as Alex Trebek, doing it all without laughing for one second.
09:56 Everyone absolutely becomes their character with such dedication that all of the actors follow Ferrell's lead.
10:04 This is the sound a doggy makes.
10:06 Mr. Connery, "Mole."
10:09 No.
10:11 This includes Norm Macdonald's amazing work as the gum-chewing Reynolds.
10:15 The chaos of Daryl Hammond's Connery only makes it harder to stay serious,
10:20 but the cast survives despite the amazing lines and increasingly absurd behavior.
10:25 V is a Roman numeral, so despite your best efforts, you answered correctly.
10:30 Let's see what you wagered.
10:33 Suck it, Trebek.
10:35 Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.
10:41 Dateline, the mystery of the chopped-up guy.
10:44 Bill Hader's Keith Morrison impression tests the limits of his co-star's composure.
10:49 Yeah.
10:51 Yeah.
10:53 Yeah.
10:56 Ooh.
10:57 Angelo, Ronnie Malek takes the stage as the elusive Todd while Daniel Craig helps out.
11:03 Road trip?
11:05 Say, say, say for us?
11:07 Road trip?
11:11 Say, say for us?
11:13 Potato chip, Jason Sudeikis and Will Forte employ outrageous accents and talk chips.
11:19 That man, right there, is nothing but a common potato chip thief.
11:25 Potato chip thief!
11:27 Ladies Bowling.
11:29 Two sportscasters advertise personal products and try to make sense of their surroundings.
11:34 No, no, no, no. Hold on, Greg.
11:36 I think you're thinking about baseball.
11:39 Yeah, you're probably right. I do not know this game. It is an absolute mystery to me.
11:44 Super Bass-o-matic 76.
11:46 Dan Aykroyd provides an energetic performance and keeps his cool in this slick ad.
11:52 That's the whole bass into the Super Bass-o-matic 76.
11:55 Now adjust the control dial so that that bass is blended just the way you like it.
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12:17 Number 1. Chippendales Audition
12:21 In one of his most iconic moments on the show, Chris Farley went all out in this sketch.
12:27 It's even more amazing that nobody cracked during this routine.
12:36 He plays opposite host Patrick Swayze as a wannabe Chippendales dancer.
12:41 As the moves get crazier, every reaction shot seems to show a stoic co-star.
12:47 "Wanna be for my heart, you better start from the start."
12:52 Kevin Nealon, Jan Hooks and Mike Myers remain deep in character as their scene partner gives a career-defining performance.
13:01 It all works to allow Farley more of the spotlight, with even Swayze being able to hold it together next to a comedy legend.
13:16 Did we forget another sketch that should have made everyone break? Let us know in the comments below.
13:21 "See, I told you he could drive."
13:23 "Trancis, look out!"
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