13 Best SNL Commercials Ever Made
Hi, I’m Emily Johnson, and I’m excited to share with you the 13 best SNL commercials ever made! As a longtime fan of the show, I’ve seen my fair share of hilarious and unforgettable ads. From classic fake products to clever parodies, SNL has been making us laugh with their commercials for decades. So, without further ado, let’s dive into the list!
Top Curiosities and Interesting Facts
- The first SNL commercial parody aired in 1976.
- The most popular SNL commercial on YouTube is Mom Jeans with over 22 million views.
- The show has won 20 Emmy Awards for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series.
- The famous tagline Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night! was first spoken by Chevy Chase in 1975.
1. Schmitt’s Gay Beer
This commercial parody from 1991 features a group of men drinking a beer that’s marketed towards gay people. The ad is so ridiculous and over-the-top that it’s impossible not to laugh. From the flamboyant announcer to the pink triangle logo, this commercial is a classic example of SNL’s irreverent humor.
2. Colon Blow Cereal
This fake cereal commercial from 1987 takes the idea of high-fiber cereal to the extreme. The ad claims that Colon Blow cereal contains 30,000 times the fiber of other cereals and shows a man being blown away by the force of his own bowel movements. It’s gross, but it’s also hilarious.
3. Mom Jeans
This commercial parody from 2003 pokes fun at the unflattering, high-rise jeans that were popular in the 80s and 90s. The ad features a group of moms wearing the jeans and doing mundane activities like gardening and grocery shopping. The deadpan delivery of the announcer’s lines makes this commercial even funnier.
4. Happy Fun Ball
This fake toy commercial from 1991 warns viewers not to taunt or throw Happy Fun Ball, a mysterious and dangerous toy that causes skin irritation, random explosions, and other bizarre side effects. The ad’s deadpan delivery and absurd warnings make it a fan favorite.
5. Oops, I Crapped My Pants
This commercial parody from 2003 advertises a product called Depend for Adults, which is designed to help people who have trouble controlling their bowels. The ad’s tagline Depend – Because Sometimes, You Just Can’t Hold It has become a pop culture catchphrase.
6. Digital Short: Laser Cats
While not technically a commercial parody, this digital short from 2008 features Andy Samberg and Bill Hader as creators of a futuristic TV show about cats with laser eyes. The ridiculous premise and low-budget special effects make this sketch one of the funniest SNL shorts ever made.
7. Celebrity Jeopardy
Again, not a commercial parody, but a recurring sketch that parodies the game show Jeopardy! with a cast of celebrity contestants who are hilariously bad at answering questions. This sketch has featured some of the show’s most iconic impressions, including Will Ferrell as Alex Trebek and Darrell Hammond as Sean Connery.
8. Taco Town
This fake commercial from 2005 promotes a taco that’s so big, it has to be served in a pizza box. The ad keeps getting more ridiculous with each new layer of toppings, until it becomes a towering monstrosity that’s impossible to eat. The over-the-top announcer and absurd visuals make this commercial a fan favorite.
9. Old Glory Insurance
This commercial parody from 2006 advertises a patriotic insurance company that will protect you from acts of war, acts of God, and acts of bears. The ad’s absurd humor and deadpan delivery make it a classic SNL commercial.
10. Love Toilet
This fake commercial from 1992 promotes a toilet that’s designed for couples to use together. The ad’s jingle, Two hearts, two butts, one love, is hilariously cheesy, and the visuals of couples using the toilet together are absurdly funny.
11. Bad Idea Jeans
This fake commercial from 1990 features a group of men discussing their bad ideas while wearing jeans. The ad’s tagline, Because sometimes you just need a friendly reminder that you’re about to do something stupid, is a classic example of SNL’s irreverent humor.
12. Schweddy Balls
This fake NPR segment from 1998 features Alec Baldwin as Pete Schweddy, the owner of a bakery that sells holiday treats called Schweddy Balls. The segment’s deadpan delivery and double entendres make it a fan favorite.
13. Pepsi Business Wars
This commercial parody from 1996 imagines a world where Pepsi and Coca-Cola engage in a Star Wars-style battle for supremacy. The ad’s special effects and epic music make it a hilarious and memorable SNL commercial.
FAQs
Q: What’s the most popular SNL commercial of all time?
A: According to YouTube views, the most popular SNL commercial is Mom Jeans with over 22 million views.
Q: How many Emmy Awards has SNL won for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series?
A: SNL has won 20 Emmy Awards for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series.
Q: Who originated the famous tagline Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!?
A: Chevy Chase was the first cast member to say the famous tagline in 1975.
Q: Are any of these commercials based on real products?
A: No, all of these commercials are fake and were created specifically for SNL.
Q: How do the cast members come up with ideas for these commercials?
A: According to former cast member Tina Fey, the writers and cast members brainstorm ideas for commercial parodies by looking at current ads and thinking of ways to make them more ridiculous.