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Saturday Night Live – Season 50, Episode 17 Jack Black; Elton John and Brandi Carlile

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Jack Black; Elton John and Brandi Carlile

Aired Apr 5, 2025

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Harrison Richlin

IndieWire

May 12

All of the live sketches last night were better than many featured during “SNL 50,” purely based on Black’s own strong sense of timing, as well as the cast’s comfort working with a true professional who is on their level or higher.

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Rima Parikh

New York Magazine/Vulture

Apr 14

4/5

Hamm’s return last night ended up being one of the stronger episodes this season, likely because he is already a frequent presence on the show.

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Esther Zuckerman

The Atlantic

Apr 10

Last night’s episode had a shaggier, looser vibe. Credit that to the host, Jack Black, and, in a surprise twist, last week’s musical guest, Morgan Wallen.

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Dustin Rowles

Pajiba

Apr 7

6.18/10

One of the better episodes of the season, and it had a whole lot to do with Jack Black’s manic energy, which seemed to bring out the best in everyone, including musical guests Elton John and Brandi Carlisle, who crushed it themselves. Great episode.

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Dominic Patten

Deadline Hollywood Daily

Apr 7

Going large and close to home was one of the best choices any cold open could make, as was having SNL legend Myers back for a third time since Trump returned to office.

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Matt Mitchell

Paste Magazine

Apr 7

7/10

What can be said about last night’s episode is that, even when the material was weak, Black brought his infamous energy to each set.

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Synopsis

Host Jack Black; Elton John and Brandi Carlile perform.

Creator: Lorne Michaels
Executive Producer: Lorne Michaels
Network: NBC
Rating: TV-14
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date: Apr 5, 2025

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