Watch Saturday Night Live: Weekend Update Thursday
- TV-14
- 2008
- 3 Seasons
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7.2 (942)
Saturday Night Live: Weekend Update Thursday was a spin-off of the popular sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live that aired from 2008 to 2017. Starring Kenan Thompson, Seth Meyers and Fred Armisen, the show aimed to provide a condensed version of the popular "Weekend Update" segment that aired on Saturday Night Live. Each episode opened with a monologue from Seth Meyers, who served as the anchor for Weekend Update on Saturday Night Live. He would introduce the top news stories of the week and provide comedic commentary on each one. Throughout the show, Meyers would also interview various guests, ranging from political figures to celebrities. Kenan Thompson served as Meyers' co-anchor, providing additional comedic commentary and playing various characters in pre-taped segments that aired throughout the show. Thompson's characters were often exaggerated versions of real-life figures, such as former NBA star Charles Barkley or political commentator Roland S. Martin. Fred Armisen, a former cast member of Saturday Night Live, also appeared on Weekend Update Thursday in a recurring segment called "Weekend Update Obama," in which he impersonated former President Barack Obama. Armisen's parody of Obama was a fan favorite, and his appearances on the show often generated widespread media attention. One of the unique aspects of Weekend Update Thursday was its focus on current events and breaking news. Whereas the Saturday Night Live version of Weekend Update often relied on pre-taped segments and exaggerated characters, Weekend Update Thursday provided a more pared-down, news-driven version of the popular segment. Throughout its nine-year run, Weekend Update Thursday tackled a wide range of topics, from politics to pop culture to social issues. The show was particularly notable for its coverage of the 2008 and 2012 presidential elections, with Meyers and Thompson providing humorous commentary on the candidates and the political process. In addition to its political content, Weekend Update Thursday was also known for its irreverent humor and willingness to tackle controversial topics. The show frequently tackled issues such as race, gender, and sexuality, often utilizing satire and parody to comment on current events. Despite its critical acclaim and devoted fan base, NBC eventually decided to cancel Weekend Update Thursday in 2017. The decision was met with disappointment from fans, who had come to rely on the show for its unique combination of humor and news. In conclusion, Saturday Night Live: Weekend Update Thursday was a unique spin-off of the popular sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. Starring Kenan Thompson, Seth Meyers and Fred Armisen, the show provided a condensed version of the popular "Weekend Update" segment that aired on Saturday Night Live. With its focus on current events and irreverent humor, Weekend Update Thursday became a fan favorite and a critical success, despite its eventual cancellation in 2017.
