The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast The Other Man
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Dec 2, 2025 Ryan Phillippe, known for his roles in films like "I Know What You Did Last Summer," joins the conversation to delve into the hilarious SNL Digital Short 'The Other Man.' The guests reflect on the unique Manhattan brownstone setting that shaped the skit and share behind-the-scenes anecdotes about writing and on-set experiences. They also explore rom-com tropes, critique performances, and how their comedic style has influenced other productions, even referencing how it inspired a scene in Netflix’s 'House of Guinness.'
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Memorable Brownstone Location
- The hosts rewatched “The Other Man” and recalled its luxury Manhattan brownstone location as striking.
- They remembered specific set details like interior doors and a double-wide house that felt unusually real for NYC.
Last-Minute MacGruber Return Story
- MacGruber returned later in a last-minute SNL bit tied to current events with Will Forte.
- The sketch arose quickly, written in gaps around Forte's schedule and read with Tina Fey in rehearsal.
Let Laughs Flow In Rehearsal
- Let audience laughter flow rather than constraining it during live performance prep.
- Encouraging natural laughs helps performers and preserves faith in the material.
