Black Jeopardy with Tom Hanks

1 Star, 1. Poor: Lacks any coherent humor or appeal, failing completely to engage or amuse the audience.2 Stars, 2. Weak: This sketch has few redeeming qualities, with humor that falls flat and performances that don't deliver.3 Stars, 3. Below Average: Lacks consistent laughs, with uneven pacing or humor that doesn't quite land.4 Stars, 4. Average: An ordinary sketch with some humor, but it struggles to leave a lasting impression.5 Stars, 5. Above Average: Decent overall with enough humor to keep it engaging, but not particularly memorable.6 Stars, 6. Good: Solidly entertaining with some great moments, though it may lack some flair to make it standout.7 Stars, 7. Very Good: This sketch has notable humor and creativity, making it a strong and enjoyable watch.8 Stars, 8. Great: Very entertaining with consistent laughs and clever writing that impresses and delights.9 Stars, 9. Excellent: Exceptionally funny and well-crafted, this sketch captures perfect comedic timing and strong performances.10 Stars, 10. Masterpiece: This sketch is a comedic gem, delivering unparalleled laughter and originality that's unforgettable.

Okay, our next contestant is Doug, who apparently is a big fan of Donald Trump.

Well, Tyler Perry is a white woman, so...

I knew you people was kin!

And there go white people, ruining everything.

They're gonna try to separate us, but they can't... at least for now.

It's not the ethnic folks. It's not the homosexuals. It's not the Muslims. It's probably the banks.

Doug, I don't know what the hell is happening right now, but I do not like it.

He's a good white.

Okay, well, things were going great, and now they're a little less great.

In this instant-classic SNL sketch, Tom Hanks plays Doug, a Trump supporter in a MAGA hat who appears as a contestant on "Black Jeopardy!" hosted by Darnell Hayes (Kenan Thompson). Doug competes against Keeley (Sasheer Zamata) and Shanice (Leslie Jones). To everyone's surprise, Doug connects with the other contestants over shared experiences of economic hardship, distrust of authority, and working-class struggles. He correctly answers questions about Tyler Perry, avoiding the pharmacy, and dogs that don't bite mailmen. The sketch brilliantly highlights how class issues transcend racial divides—until they reach the "Lives That Matter" category in Final Jeopardy, where the sketch wisely cuts to black, leaving the tension unresolved.

This sketch aired just weeks before the 2016 presidential election\n- The sketch went viral with over 85 million views on YouTube\n- Widely praised for its nuanced take on finding common ground across political and racial divides\n- Tom Hanks was hosting SNL for the 9th time\n- The musical guest that episode was Lady Gaga\n- The sketch's ending (cutting to black before Doug answers the final question) was a deliberate creative choice that added to its impact

Cast

Darnell Hayes

Kenan Thompson • Cast

Keeley

Sasheer Zamata • Cast

Shanice

Leslie Jones • Cast

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks • Host

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Black Jeopardy with Tom Hanks

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Cast

Cast

Darnell Hayes

Kenan Thompson • Cast

Keeley

Sasheer Zamata • Cast

Shanice

Leslie Jones • Cast

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks • Host

Quotes

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Synopsis

Synopsis

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