Top 10 Best SNL Cold Opens

VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton WRITTEN BY: Noah Baum

Before the credits even roll, Saturday Night Live sets the tone, often with biting satire or pure comedic genius. Join us as we explore the legendary opening segments that perfectly captured the zeitgeist, skewered political figures with surgical precision, or simply brought us to tears with laughter. From iconic impressions to unforgettable musical numbers, these moments define SNL's enduring legacy. Our list features unforgettable moments like Steve Martin turning the opening into a full-blown musical, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's iconic Sarah Palin and Hillary Clinton address, Melissa McCarthy's explosive Sean Spicer press conference, Matt Damon's fiery Kavanaugh hearing, and Dwayne Johnson as the rage-fueled Rock Obama. Which cold open made you laugh the hardest? Let us know in the comments below! read more...

Top 10 Best SNL Cold Opens

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