Dan Aykroyd has officially endorsed 'Saturday Night' with his enthusiastic stamp of approval, elevating the anticipation for the film. On Friday, the legendary actor and founding member of the original 'Saturday Night Live' cast took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share his heartfelt thoughts on director Jason Reitman's latest masterpiece, a cinematic journey delving into the thrilling 90 minutes preceding the historic first broadcast of the iconic sketch comedy show in 1975.
"Smashing my hands together in applause, I hail Jason Reitman's triumphant 'SNL' film. Wow, what a masterpiece!" Aykroyd exclaimed after immersing himself in the film's magic at his local theater. "A propulsive rollercoaster ride, filled with humor, captivating performances, impeccable casting, and a tension that grips you tight. It's a flawless window into the pinnacle of creative genius in action, and astonishingly accurate too."
The Ghostbusters icon reminisced, "I was there that fateful night, and watching this film brought it all back to life in the most wondrous way. Congratulations to Gil, Jason, and Blumie – you've crafted a standalone gem that deserves every accolade, a surefire contender for Best Picture, regardless of whether you're an avid fan of the show or not."
'Saturday Night' transports us back to October 11, 1975, the monumental day when SNL premiered, chronicling the fearless journey of a youthful troupe of comedians and writers who revolutionized television forever. Dylan O'Brien shines as Aykroyd, accompanied by a stellar cast including Gabriel LaBelle as Lorne Michaels, Rachel Sennott as Rosie Shuster, Cory Michael Smith as Chevy Chase, Ella Hunt as Gilda Radner, Emily Fairn as Laraine Newman, Matt Wood as John Belushi, Lamorne Morris as Garrett Morris, Kim Matula as Jane Curtin, Nicholas Braun as Andy Kaufman, and Andrew Barth Feldman as Neil Levy.
Reitman himself revealed to The Hollywood Reporter the challenging quest to find the perfect Aykroyd, admitting, "It was truly daunting." He noted Aykroyd's "unparalleled sex appeal," and upon discovering the "overwhelming appreciation" for Dylan O'Brien among female audiences, the director knew he'd struck gold.
Aykroyd, further adding to the buzz on social media, expressed his excitement to witness how Reitman's "hilarious yet suspenseful narrative" unfolded, as he was the "sole original crew member privileged to read the script beforehand."
'Saturday Night' is currently captivating audiences in theaters, offering a thrilling glimpse into the birth of a comedy legend.
