Get ready to witness a bold and unexpected transformation as Glen Powell pays homage to the legendary Christopher Walken in a jaw-dropping promo for his highly anticipated Saturday Night Live hosting debut. But here's where it gets controversial: Can Powell's dance moves truly live up to Walken's iconic style, or is this a daring move that might just fall flat? In a hilarious and daring promotional video, the 37-year-old Running Man star channels Walken's unforgettable energy, strutting through the SNL studio in a sharp suit while showcasing an impressive array of dance moves. The highlight? A daring flip attempt that goes hilariously wrong, leaving Powell being carted off on a stretcher—all while pleading, 'Don't tell Lorne,' to fellow cast members Sarah Sherman and Andrew Dismukes. This promo isn't just a random display of Powell's comedic chops; it's a clever parody of Fatboy Slim's 2001 music video Weapon of Choice, where Walken famously danced through a hotel lobby. And this is the part most people miss: Powell's SNL debut on November 15 isn't just any episode—it coincides with the theatrical release of his latest action film, The Running Man, a modern adaptation of the Stephen King novel that previously inspired the 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger classic. In the film, Powell stars as a man forced to outrun death in a brutal game show, adding another layer of excitement to his already buzzworthy weekend. Powell's enthusiasm for hosting SNL is palpable; he recently told Extra that it's 'nothing probably higher on my bucket list.' Reflecting on the show's impact, he shared, 'I've grown up watching SNL. It was this wonderful thing my family and I tuned into together—something my dad cherished since its premiere during his college years, and something that meant so much to my mom and the rest of us.' While this marks Powell's first time hosting, it's not his SNL debut. In 2024, he made waves during his Anyone But You co-star Sydney Sweeney's episode, where she jokingly addressed rumors of an affair with Powell in her monologue. Sweeney denied the claims, declaring her love for her fiancé, only for the camera to cut to Powell sitting in the audience. Later, he cameoed in a sketch where Sweeney's character confessed to cheating with her boss—played by none other than Powell himself. Bold question for you: Is Powell's Walken-inspired promo a genius tribute or a risky move that could overshadow his hosting gig? Let us know in the comments—we're eager to hear your take!
