Steve Martin’s second hosting gig of the season cemented his status as SNL royalty. He was a whirlwind of joyous, high-concept absurdity. This episode introduced his iconic “King Tut” musical number, a masterpiece of comedy that was ambitious, silly, and brilliantly executed. He and Dan Aykroyd also debuted the “wild and crazy guys,” the Festrunk brothers, another instant classic. Martin’s energy was relentless, and the show was packed with wall-to-wall laughs. The cast was on fire, clearly inspired by his comedic genius. The Kinks were a legendary musical guest, adding to the feeling that you were watching an epic event. This wasn’t just a great episode; it was a perfect storm of comedic brilliance.
Steve Martin, The Kinks, February 26, 1977, SNL Season 2, SNL Season 2 Episode 14
