The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast Laser Cats 5
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Oct 21, 2025 
Bill Hader, an actor and comedian known for his time on SNL, joins the hosts to dive into the hilarious chaos of Laser Cats 5. He shares how Sigourney Weaver urged the team to create the sketch, and the excitement around Avatar references. They revisit on-set memories and James Cameron's cameo, while reminiscing about notable moments from SNL, including Kenan's disco bit. The conversation takes a twist into VistaVision film formats and concludes with light-hearted tales from afterparties, showcasing the blend of nostalgia and laughter in their careers.
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Host-Asks, Writers Sprint Into Action
- Bill Hader recalls Sigourney Weaver asking for a LaserCats sketch in pitch, surprising the writers and kicking the idea into motion.
- The team left the meeting energized and immediately started writing because the host loved the concept.
Guest Choice Shapes Sketch Direction
- Bringing James Cameron into the LaserCats episode shifted the sketches to reference his films and tightened the parody's focus.
- That casting choice changed the franchise's direction and improved its discipline and momentum.
Making The Alien-Cat Visuals
- The produced LaserCats 5 short blends Aliens and Avatar beats, with Kreisel's effects and Sigourney's commitment elevating the result.
- They used forced perspective, practical heads, and clever edits to make the alien-cat moments work on tight SNL timelines.
