Martin Short is returning home to Studio 8H, but don’t expect him to take it easy on the current Saturday Night Live cast.
Hozier, Martin Short and Kenan Thompson. appear in a ‘Saturday Night Live’ promo.NBC
In the latest promo for this weekend’s episode, the 3x Golden Globe nominee had a very in-character meltdown as he criticized the script of the NBC sketch comedy show and stormed off stage, where he was joined by musical guest Hozier and cast member Kenan Thompson.
“You know what I want for Christmas this year?” said Short. “A better script than this! This is drivel!”
The Only Murders in the Building star also criticized the decor at 30 Rockefeller. “It’s the Christmas show, so that’s always fun,” noted Thompson.
“Is it?” asked Short. “Shouldn’t someone put some decorations up?” Hozier agreed the stage looked “a little bit bare,” despite the garland and lights behind them.
“Oh we’ll get right on it,” said Thompson before shouting at someone off-camera. “Hey! Martin Short want some more decorations!”
Short was a cast member on Season 10 of SNL from 1984 to 1985, reviving several characters he previously originated on Canada’s Second City Television, including Ed Grimley. He’s since returned to SNL on several occasions.
Created by Lorne Michaels in 1975, Saturday Night Live will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a primetime special on Sunday, Feb. 16.
