Top 10 Funniest Please Don't Destroy Skits on SNL
#10: “Street Eats”
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Let’s be real, there are an endless amount of foodie shows and we’ve seen enough to appreciate the accuracy of Please Don’t Destroy’s “Street Eats.” In this parody skit, Connecticut transplants and food bros Rocko, Tabby Cat, and Domhnall Trump attempt and fail to give their audience a look at an authentic NYC dining experience. Their staggering confidence, inability to read the room, and unhinged yelling earn them many a side-eye. And their clear misunderstanding of any and all cultures leads to confrontational interactions that leave us howling. It shows all the things NOT to say to New Yorkers. We hope PDD makes this into a full series!
#9: “We Got Her a Cat”
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In this Season 47 skit, the guys attempt to give Catwoman actress Zoë Kravitz an adorable woman cat named Snuggle Bucket. But when she repeatedly disappears, as felines often do, the trio lose their minds trying to find her. A rogue Paul Dano even appears to assist his “The Batman” co-star in the search before settling back into his spot under the couch, which is actually pretty cat-like of him. Everything about this skit is hysterical, literally, and we love it when hosts join in on the chaotic fun of Please Don’t Destroy. Plus, we get to see a cute kitty and pup.
#8: “New Personalities”
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You know how sometimes one friend does something wild, and gradually, the others in the group are convinced to do the same? John, Martin, and Ben know all about this, utilizing it brilliantly in many sketches. This is especially true when it comes to changing aspects about themselves, like getting jarring plastic surgery. One of the best examples is John’s 2022 resolution to transform his personality. He tries out “hat guy”, creepy vibes guy, and frantic research guy. Martin and Ben join in with other hilarious, highly specific, and recognizable impressions of everyone from a Southern waitress to Severus Snape. They also throw in a deep cut “Jimmy Neutron” reference. Honestly, we’d watch an entire movie of them cycling through various identities.
#7: “Tommy”
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In this John Hughes-esque coming-of-age parody, the PDD guys venture outside their “SNL” office to play high-schoolers at a house party. Donning letterman jackets, they talk about college applications as they toast to their upcoming epic senior year. But then Tommy “Porkchop”, played by host Brendan Gleeson, kills the mood by revealing he’s actually Seamus O’Sullivan, a 67-year-old married Irishman and “Gossip Girl” fan with 13 children. Despite the glaringly obvious signs of his true age, his buddies are shook. What makes this sketch so ridiculously funny is Gleeson’s lack of de-aging effects and Tommy/Seamus not even wearing any disguises beyond a hoodie. The bestie quartet reconciling and ending with their own “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” moment doesn’t hurt, either!
#6: “Future Selves”
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Martin, Ben, and John get a preview of the bleak times ahead when they meet – wait for it – future versions of themselves. The old time-travelers have a crucial warning about the impending apocalypse caused by climate change. But the guys are too distracted by this bizarre moment and start hitting them with tons of questions, as anyone would. They learn about the foreseen hardships in their lives, which include debt, divorce, and an unusually thick Italian accent. Their exasperated critiques and super disappointed reactions to the sad details of their imminent lives are priceless.
#5: “Martin's Friend”
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Get ready because this one is a wild ride from beginning to end. In the office, Martin casually makes dinner plans with his young buddy Connor, who also happens to be his soccer teammate. True to PDD form, Ben and John are nearly speechless witnessing this strange friendship that some people would find…concerning. But when John starts choking, the kiddo springs into action and performs the Heimlich maneuver set to Chad Kroeger’s “Hero.” The slow-motion sequence is the highlight of the video, though we’d argue that every second is top-tier, especially the Colin Jost cameo. Patrick Scott McDermott gives Connor the perfect balance of snarky and cool, proof that this kid is definitely going places.
#4: “Hard Seltzer”
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In October 2021, we were introduced to “SNL” writers and comedic geniuses Martin Herlihy, John Higgins, and Ben Marshall, aka Please Don’t Destroy. In their first sketch for the show, the trio poke fun at the growing spiked beverage trend that dominated the industry for some time. It begins with Martin “sipping on belts and ties” from the JCPenney hard seltzer variety pack. When Ben strolls in with his Jiffy Lubes, John goes into full grill mode in an effort to wrap his head around these outrageous products. Apparently, everyone has a branded seltzer, including dentists with a positively disgusting “routine cleaning flavor.” These roughly 2-minutes of madness were just a taste of PDD’s penchant for the surreal, and it was enough to get us hooked.
#3: “Rami Wants a Treat”
Oscar-winning actor Rami Malek hosted “Saturday Night Live” for the first time in 2021. But the real honor? Being part of a Please Don’t Destroy video. When Malek visits the guys in their office, he poses an interesting question. While a mousepad and an a capella rendition of “Hotline Bling” seem to be acceptable treats, the good boy still wants more. As with most, if not all, PDD sketches, it doesn’t take long before it all goes completely off the rails. Sure, Malek’s in-character actions are childish. But you gotta admit the intense need for attention and nonchalant destruction he exhibits is hilarious. Seriously, the guys perfectly play into the on-brand awkwardness and unnerving vibe the host brings to the part.
#2: “Three Sad Virgins”
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Pete Davidson doesn’t hold back when it comes to roasting himself. But in this catchy and comical music video, Martin, Ben, and John are on the receiving end of his sick burns. The guys are conflicted because they admire Davidson and obviously want to work with him. But man, these lyrics are pretty brutal. The surprise addition of Taylor Swift takes it to another level, notably delivering a bridge that has no business going that hard. Everything about the number is riveting – you can’t help but have your eyes glued to the screen. And don’t be surprised if you’re singing along by the end, too! Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions. “Road Trip” The Guys Deliver Another Banger & Bring Jenna Ortega Along for the Ride “The Original Princes of Comedy” Host Pete Davidson Learns About PDD’s Hilarious Origins “Calling Angie” Letting Loose with a String of Impulsive Insults Directed at John’s Ex “The Stakeout” Woody Harrelson Helps Ben Spy on His So-Called Friends “Wellness” Okay, This One Might Be Uncomfortably Relatable
#1: “Good Variant”
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Please Don’t Destroy imagines an alternate universe where a “good” COVID variant exists, one with symptoms that seemingly only improve your life. This absolute fever dream of a sketch has everything we didn’t know we needed, including real-life Pokémon roaming around. “SNL” writer alum and host John Mulaney plays a gleeful “newsman” letting loose, and “Today”’s Al Roker randomly appears with an insane party sub. We’re also treated to a dancing, synth-playing Paul Rudd, who is one thousand percent committed to the bit. It’s just bursting with dope, positive energy and we so wish this was our actual reality. But in the meantime, we’ll settle for playing it on repeat. What Please Don’t Destroy skit has you roaring with laughter? Share your funny favorites in the comments below.
