‘I’m Pete Davidson!’ Colin Jost Showed Up In A Non-Weekend Update SNL Sketch, And I Bet You Can Guess What It Was About

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Colin Jost, known for penning over 300 episodes of SNL as a writer and acting in more than 200, has had a long stint with the show. However, he’s mostly confined to Weekend Update segments on-camera. This week was different, though. The ex-head writer unexpectedly made an appearance in a genuine sketch, and I bet you can figure out the topic: a ferry boat.

As a movie enthusiast, I’d put it this way: Back in the day, I, along with my buddy Pete Davidson, splurged on a retired Staten Island ferry boat. Being locals of the borough, we felt a special bond to the place. After I tied the knot with the stunning Scarlett Johansson, our wedding announcement was nothing short of iconic – it showcased a ferry boat emblazoned with “Jost Married”. We affectionately dubbed our unique acquisition “Titanic 2”, a nod to both our shared love for movies and our new journey together.

Unfortunately, the project hasn’t followed its intended course, as it remains unfinished three years later and continues to be a subject of humorous news articles. It’s also frequently mentioned on Saturday Night Live, with both Jost and other cast members commenting on it from time to time. Even Johansson has joked about it during her appearances in other media.

This reference might become one of the most notable ones, given its sudden occurrence. In a sketch starring Quinta Brunson and cast members Mikey Day and Chloe Fineman as drivers in a disagreement, they found themselves parked side by side on a ferry boat. Despite their displeasure, since their car windows were closed, they had to essentially act out insults through a form of non-verbal communication, much like charades.

It’s quite amusing looking back, as it turns out the scenario was ripe for Jost to poke fun at himself. You can watch the complete sketch below where Jost appears and attempts to sell them a ferry boat, even going so far as to claim he’s Pete Davidson at one point…

Let’s discuss the overall scene of Jost’s segment first. You know, Saturday Night Live is famous for its political sketches and celebrity impressions that become viral sensations. But to me, this is what truly defines the essence of SNL and sketch comedy in general. It’s about taking a group of funny individuals and placing them in an unusual scenario, then letting them run wild with it. This entire sketch brought a grin to my face, and it appeared that everyone participating was enjoying themselves immensely as they acted out some incredibly random and borderline inappropriate scenes.

The main point, however, revolves around Jost’s role on the ferry boat, which has sparked interest on social media. It’s not hard to understand why, given his exceptional talent as a comedy writer and Weekend Update host. What sets him apart is his willingness to make light of himself, even becoming the target of jokes to elicit laughter. This trait is shared by many successful Saturday Night Live comedians who aren’t shy about drawing from their personal experiences or putting themselves in awkward situations for the sake of humor.

When it comes to Jost, his conversations often revolve around his ferry boat or his marriage with Scarlett Johansson. He consistently discusses these topics with a friendly grin on his face. Since she’s hosting the season finale (which some speculate might be his last episode), there’s a high probability he’ll bring up these subjects again this season. I’m really looking forward to it!

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2025-05-04 16:37