The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast

Movie Awards

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Jul 22, 2025
Dive into the hilarity of the 2009 MTV Movie Awards, hosted by Andy Samberg! The hosts share comedic promo videos and legendary performances, reflecting on their wild writing process. They mix nostalgia with anecdotes about iconic films, joking about the absurdity of movie awards. Expect laughter through discussions of memorable action movie quotes and vintage villains, along with heartfelt reflections on blending humor with serious themes. Each moment is a delightful trip down memory lane, filled with camaraderie and creative spirit!
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Full Circle: Lonely Island's MTV Hosting

  • The 2009 MTV Movie Awards marked a full circle for the Lonely Island as Andy Samberg hosted four years after their initial involvement on SNL.
  • The promo videos with Andy and cast creatively spoofed movie tropes and were a highlight of the event.
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'Pommel' Gymnastics Kiss Gag

  • The promo "Pommel" humorously featured Andy Samberg as a gymnast kissing the pommel horse instead of another person.
  • This spot cleverly played with audience expectations of a best kiss nomination in a comedy style.
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Dark Comedy in 'The One Who Dared' Promo

  • The "Best Male Performance" promo humorously portrayed Andy at a concentration camp standing up to leave, defying expected Hollywood drama.
  • Eva Mendes played the Nazi commandant, adding an absurd and comedic twist to the scene.
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