Jack Black recently reflected on an unaired sketch from Saturday Night Live that was penned by Amy Poehler. During an appearance on Late Night With Seth Meyers, Black recounted the details of the sketch titled “Boys Night Out,” which he had hoped to perform but ultimately did not make it to the live broadcast.
The sketch was tailored specifically for Black, who has hosted SNL multiple times. He mentioned that he had requested a short song for the segment. While recounting the experience, he delighted the audience by singing the catchy hook: “‘Boys night out / Boys night out / Now we’re really rockin’ / And the chicks are all a-squawkin’ / ‘Cause we’re talking ‘bout a boys night out!’”
In describing the premise, Black explained that the storyline revolved around a man eagerly anticipating a day out with friends while his wife was away. Despite the enthusiasm from the studio audience during Meyers’ show, the sketch did not resonate during SNL’s dress rehearsal. Black candidly admitted, “And I thought it was funny, but then, in the dress, it really took a dump-ski. And it was like… It’s out.” He expressed his understanding and support for the decision made by Lorne Michaels, the show’s creator, to cut the sketch.
Meyers commended Black for his dedication to the material, noting the actor’s determination to sell the sketch despite its earlier failure. “I’ve only got one gear! As anyone who knows me knows, I go all the way,” Black responded, maintaining his characteristic humor.
Poehler has also discussed the sketch on her podcast, Good Hang, revealing that she and Emily Spivey collaborated on “Boys Night Out.” In her account, she described the sketch as featuring Black waiting for friends who never arrived, continuously ordering wings in anticipation of a lively evening.
The insights shared by Black highlight the unpredictable nature of live television and the creative processes behind beloved programs like SNL. Fans of the show can appreciate the behind-the-scenes stories that shape the final product, even if some ideas do not make it to air.
