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Add up Daniel Kaluuyas biggest film roles to date, and he wouldnt seem to be a comedian.

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As usual, this weeks sketches are presented here ranked from best to worst.

The very real reaction, combined with the writing, is great.

As there are two more featured guests,two small packets of jokesare delivered before each one.

Theres an entertaining joke about Spirit Airlines trying to keep up with another airlines virus-killing robot, too.

With this recurring character, Moffat has really mastered the combination of pacing, rhymes, and wordplay.

Proud Parents

Families gather after dinner to catch up about their childrens respective collegiate accomplishments.

are a bit more far-fetched.

This sketch feels very true-to-life, with a few nice twists.

It deserved better, but itll remain a testament to Kaluuyas willingness to get a little goofy.

And, as it was in life, Monroes apologies feel half-hearted and obligatory.

He cant even bring himself to say the second syllable of sorry.

Daniel Kaluuya Monologue

From his boisterous entrance, Kaluuya seems prepared to charm.

Start to finish, Kaluuyas energy sells it.

Once the basic premise is hammered out, the moms become a foregone conclusion.

In protest, mom knocks dishes around, vacuums, and does everything she can to interrupt the game.

In particular, the lonely lust of Beanie Babies deserved to be part of the live show.