John Mulaney Recalls Cut SNL Sketches

During a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, comedians John Mulaney and Simon Rich reminisced about their time at Saturday Night Live, focusing on a failed sketch titled 'Cash 4 Silver.' This parody of cash-for-gold ads featured Bill Hader, who becomes increasingly frantic as he reveals that he and his family are stranded on 'Werewolf Island' and need silver bullets before the full moon. Mulaney humorously noted the collective trauma of frequently having their creative work cut by Meyers, while Rich elaborated on the sketch's quirky plot and character interactions. Although 'Cash 4 Silver' never aired, Mulaney and Rich also discussed another sketch, 'Switcheroo,' which was ultimately rejected due to a lack of interest from hosts. Their shared experiences underscore the challenges of sketch comedy writing and the whimsical ideas that often go unrecognized. The interview highlighted the strong camaraderie formed through their creative endeavors at SNL.