Ryan Gosling is gearing up for his return to Saturday Night Live, and if his new promo is any indication, we’re in for another unforgettable episode.
The actor, known for iconic sketches like Papyrus, Close Encounter, and the viral Beavis & Butt-Head bit, stars in a pre‑taped promo where he mistakenly believes he’s joining SNL’s legendary Five‑Timers Club — despite this being only his fourth time hosting
In the clip, Gosling confidently strolls around Studio 8H wearing the famous Five‑Timers robe, acting as though he owns the place. The joke quickly unravels when cast member Mikey Day informs him he’s miscounted his hosting gigs.
It’s chaotic, unhinged, and absolutely delightful — the kind of comedic energy that made his Beavis & Butt‑Head sketch break half the cast last time he hosted.
The promo also nods to Gosling’s infamous tendency to break character. From Close Encounter to Beavis & Butt‑Head, he’s cracked up so many times that fans have made compilations. It’s part of his charm — and part of why audiences love seeing him return to SNL.
Gosling’s upcoming episode marks his fourth time hosting, not his fifth — but based on this promo, he’s bringing enough chaotic enthusiasm to make it feel like a milestone anyway. Fans can catch the episode this Saturday at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC or streaming live on Peacock .