SNL Digital Shorts

Synopsis

An SNL Digital Short is one in a series of comedic and often musical video shorts created for airing on NBC's Saturday Night Live, generally produced and written by The Lonely Island (Jorma Taccone, Akiva Schaffer and Andy Samberg), though originated by Adam McKay, in collaboration with SNL hosts, writers, and cast members. The segments were originally recorded with consumer grade digital video cameras and edited on personal computers. It is usual for the episode's hosts and musical guests (the latter on rarer occasions) to take part in the episode's short, and several shorts have included celebrity cameos.

Main Cast

Andy Samberg

Age : N/A | Popularity : 16%

Seasons

Season 1

2005 | 11 episodes

Season 1 of Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts introduced a fresh, comedic format blending live-action sketches with quirky, fast-paced humor. The series, spearheaded by The Lonely Island, quickly became known for its over-the-top, absurd scenarios, memorable characters, and viral musical parodies, setting the stage for future iconic moments in comedy.

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Season 2

2006 | 13 episodes

Season 2 of Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts brings an even more absurd and eclectic mix of comedy, blending offbeat humor with pop culture parodies, often featuring celebrity cameos and unexpected plot twists. From viral hits to unforgettable sketches, this season cements the Digital Shorts as a cultural touchstone, pushing the boundaries of sketch comedy with a fresh, edgy approach.

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Season 3

2007 | 11 episodes

Season 3 of SNL Digital Shorts featured an exciting array of sketches that solidified the format as a staple of Saturday Night Live's comedy. The season was marked by a mix of absurdist humor, pop culture parodies, and catchy musical numbers, with The Lonely Island (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone) continuing to play a central role. The season took full advantage of the digital format, allowing for more creative and experimental content outside of the traditional SNL structure.

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Season 4

2008 | 17 episodes

Season 4 of SNL Digital Shorts continued to build on the success of previous seasons, offering a mix of hilarious sketches, absurd humor, and infectious musical numbers. The Lonely Island trio (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone) remained at the helm of many of the standout shorts, while the series also introduced new guest stars and fresh comedic ideas. This season pushed boundaries even further, with a blend of crude humor, clever satire, and unexpected twists.

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Season 5

2009 | 19 episodes

Season 5 of Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts features a mix of absurd, hilarious, and occasionally bizarre skits, often blending pop culture references with unique characters and comedic situations. Highlights include the return of beloved recurring characters like "The Lonely Island" crew's musical numbers, as well as memorable sketches such as "The Creep" and "Jizz in My Pants." Overall, the season continues to push boundaries with its edgy humor and creative visual gags, making it a standout in the Digital Shorts series.

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Season 6

2010 | 18 episodes

Season 6 of Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts showcases an even more refined blend of quirky humor, music, and surreal moments, with The Lonely Island continuing to dominate the creative direction. The season introduces viral hits like "I'm on a Boat" and "Like a Boss," blending catchy songs with over-the-top antics and absurd premises. The Digital Shorts remain a highlight of the show, combining clever writing, star cameos, and unexpected punchlines that solidify their place in pop culture.

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Season 7

2011 | 14 episodes

Season 7 of Saturday Night Live Digital Shorts continues the trend of combining offbeat humor with catchy songs, often featuring The Lonely Island at the helm of some of the most memorable sketches. Highlights include the viral hit "Jack Sparrow," featuring Michael Bolton, and "The Golden Rule," both of which mix absurd scenarios with star-studded cameos. This season solidifies the Digital Shorts as a cultural force, with their blend of sharp wit, catchy tunes, and bizarre humor continuing to captivate audiences.

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Season 8

2013 | 1 episodes

The Lonely Island returns to SNL Digital Shorts with YOLO.

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Season 9

2014 | 2 episodes

The Lonely Island is back with 2 more Digital Shorts - "When Will the Bass Drop" and "Hugs". 'Lil Jon, Pharell and Tatiana Maslany make appearances along with the SNL cast.

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Season 10

2015 | 1 episodes

Adam Sandler joins The Lonely Island for "That's When You Break", a look back at the highlights of performers breaking through the history of Saturday Night Live.

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Season 11

2016 | 1 episodes

The Lonely Island brings "Finest Girl (Bin Laden Song)" from Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping to SNL.

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Season 12

2018 | 1 episodes

Natalie Portman is here to give an expletive-filled update on her life in Natalie's Rap 2.0

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Season 13

2024 | 2 episodes

The 2024 SNL digital shorts by The Lonely Island blend their signature irreverence with sharp, pop-culture commentary, delivering absurd, high-energy sketches that tackle everything from futuristic technology to celebrity culture. Their humor remains as fast-paced and unpredictable as ever, combining catchy music with ridiculous scenarios.

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