Will Forte and Glen Powell Reunite on SNL for MacGruber Sketch

Will Forte made a triumphant return to “Saturday Night Live” (SNL), reprising his beloved character MacGruber. This latest sketch was part of an episode hosted by Glen Powell. The new scene involved MacGruber confronting a critical situation involving the Epstein files.

MacGruber’s Explosive Comeback

Forte’s character faced a countdown as Powell’s Colton and Chloe Fineman’s Tawny assisted him in defusing a bomb. The comedic twist unfolded as Colton revealed the dire scenario was linked to unreleased government documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.

A Shocking Revelation

As MacGruber sifted through the files, he proclaimed, “no one is above the law,” but he was soon shocked by a particular name. Instead of defusing the bomb, MacGruber became preoccupied with destroying the Epstein files. He claimed his intent was to prevent sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands.

• Key Characters:
  • Will Forte as MacGruber
  • Glen Powell as Colton
  • Chloe Fineman as Tawny
• Mentioned Topic: Epstein Files
• Year of MacGruber’s Debut: 2007
• SNL Tenure: 2002 – 2010
• Film Adaptation: 2010
• TV Series Release: Peacock, 2021

Before the bomb could be disarmed, MacGruber hinted at knowing a significant name connected to the files. However, the situation escalated quickly, resulting in the bomb’s explosion, leaving viewers in suspense.

Continued Popularity of MacGruber

Forte’s portrayal of MacGruber not only resonated with SNL fans but also led to significant spin-offs, including a feature film and a recent television series. His return to the show continues to highlight the character’s enduring appeal in popular culture.

Fans can catch clips from the sketch along with a poll for this week’s episode on El-Balad.