Andy Samberg Has an Uncanny Resemblance to the Man He Portrays in Lee

Andy Samberg talks about starring in Lee alongside Kate Winslet, what it was like to act in a dramatic role and his uncanny resemblance to the man he depicts in the film, David Scherman.
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[@danielmetcalf]

As soon as Andy said "actually one more thing" I knew Frisbee was done for 😅

[@renatheer]

Me too! Poor Frisbee 😂

[@bobpieczarka4357]

As soon as the bit started, I knew Frisbee was going to get it

[@millymillymilly]

Waited the whole interview for it 😂

[@mimiDchi]

😂

[@badoomchhroxi]

Seth's face after people started cheering in agreement with Andy had me ROLLING

[@avothfis]

Good to see Samberg trying out and succeeding at serious stuff with great veteran stars. Long time coming. He deserves this success.

[@TheChupacabra]

Sure it’s serious but that clip is so compelling all us lonely island heads HAVE TO see it. “I want it to be good and I want it to be true…. 🎶 Wellllllllll Jorma’s here, he’s a writing fool, from Berkeley street scribbles, Now long form on the plight of the jews, Check Akiva out, he’s behind the lens once more, Teaching Lee how to capture the horror of war.” 🎶

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

I guess most people forget early in his SNL run he did a couple of serious roles and was actually quite good. He's right his face tonally makes you think comedy, but back then I didn't have that impression at all.

[@JackundMaggie]

@IDiggPattyMayonnaise Yeah, as much as I enjoyed all the seasons of Brooklyn 99, the earlier season had some really candid-feeling moments that later season lacked, and I was always particularly impressed by his acting in those scenes. He felt like a real person in a way that Oscar winners would envy

[@roarmalf]

I love that Palm Springs was mentioned in his intro, fantastic movie.

[@isensmith]

i love Palm Springs so much!! hulu needs to print it because i really want to own it on disk!

[@lynnhettrick7588]

I loved that movie!

[@stillhere1425]

Coachella Valley woot woot!

[@christheghostwriter]

​@@isensmithyou could download it and burn it to a DVD

[@merlinsbeard11]

Loved it man

[@whattheash]

I love that subtle jab at Seth cold face timing him during corrections that only a few in the audience got lol also, was that Wally who laughed really loud at that, or Buck?

[@alumpyhorse]

💙🐾

[@dielaughing73]

​@@alumpyhorse A S S E M B L E

[@KWyck417]

I listen to this at work while checking my emails and laughed way too loud when he made that comment

[@banwarp]

Seth totally missed that reference. Andy tried to help him out, but nope

[@siobhanmkelly1]

Subtle?

[@tomswanson9892]

"Only time I'd answer a cold FaceTime." *sad jackal noises*

[@alumpyhorse]

💙🐾

[@RVCfilm]

I figured there was at least one jackal in the crowd though because someone laughed hard when he said that.

[@carolz5090]

“Only on 1/18 of Corrections.” 🐾

[@sidneyraz]

yeah we were all aware of how little he answers.

[@MariaVosa]

@@carolz5090 In no way do I believe Andy when he claims he was never on the toilet when he answered Seth's call!

[@KWyck417]

My favorite thing about Andy Samberg is about 75% of the time I know what joke is coming, but he still manages to present it in a way that makes me laugh obnoxiously

[@patricknyhan7491]

I WAS WAITING FOR THE FRISBEE SLANDER BAHAHAHHAHA

[@sarahwbs]

I'm here for it 😂 Andy did not disappoint!

[@cheechwizard6541]

It’s not slander if ITS TRUE!!

[@viewbuster1979]

Me too.

[@archpriestess5821]

Totally! and Seth just set him up for it so beautifully.

[@bigtosz]

That *is* one awful, horrible ... dog?🤷‍♀

[@bhseigel]

The excitement on Seth's face is so telling... he loves Andy so much and is truly happy for him!

[@svyt]

Seth was the presenter when Andy won a Golden Globe for Brooklyn 99 in 2014, and somewhere there's a picture (I think they showed it on Seth's show) of him welcoming Andy to the stage after he announced the win, and it's clearly such a great relationship. (Also, shout-out to Julie Bowen, who was supposed to read the winner, but had the presence of mind to throw it over to Seth, knowing that it would be meaningful to him and Andy for him to read it...)

[@citruskeys]

the genuinely helpless giggling at each other as Andy says "thank you for asking me a normal question....I am an actor." This man is a serious movie actor!

[@karibear91]

We’ve already seen Andy in serious moments across the body of his comedic work, and I’m glad he got the opportunity to act in Lee with Kate Winslet. Everything Andy does is earnest and heartfelt at its core, IMO, including the goofy stuff. Speaking of comedic actors taking a serious turn, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with Jim Carrey (and Kate Winslet!) is one of my favorite films. Go, Andy!

[@HDWTaipei]

"Everything Andy does is earnest and heartfelt at its core" Are you saying that Roy really does rule?

[@kmcq692]

Good call

[@helenl3193]

Yeah, I think most comedic actors get sold short - so mych comedy comes from fully committing to a bit/joke or the character, and there seems to be this assumption that doing that is somehow easier than "proper acting", but in some ways it can actually be harder! So many actors surprise people with a serious role, but when you actually look at their body of work they are always deeply committed to the character work. Like Nick Offerman's turn in The Last of Us - anyone aware of his theatre work was less surprised, but a lot of people just thought he was the funny guy with the 'tache from P&R/whatever. Carrey is another great example, although his super expressive face and great comedic body language for stuff like The Mask and Ace Ventura (sp?) could have made us see him as just a great clown, but he's way more than that! Its a shame, I think the TV industry, and Hollywood, like being able to put people in boxes and market/cast them accordingly, and it means they are often limited in what they get to do/try. How much potential talent are we missing out on because the execs only want to greenlight things that are almost identical to existing successes?

[@karibear91]

@@helenl3193 well said

[@edenashkenazi7609]

I knew the Frisbee comment was coming and I still laughed, I love Andy Samberg so much 😭😭

[@TheLauren800]

agree!!! sometimes when you see something coming it not funny or you have to high expectations but NOPE this was amazing!!!!!!

[@emilyungar]

Great example of an person being serious when needed but still being able to joke around and be authentic. Have always loved Andy Samberg and now I really want to see the movie, especially after hearing him talk about it in such a respectful way.

[@NewMessage]

Not fair... Earnest will never be asked to answer questions Andily.

[@lukesayers5850]

I think Jim varney is dead, though. So earnest won't be andable.

[@LastBastion9999]

HEY VERN! IMMA BE ON ONE OF THEM TALKING SHOWS!

[@Andruuzy]

Brilliant

[@thorr18BEM]

He seemed to be perfectly andid, especially when describing the dog.

[@MyBiPolarBearMax]

Perfectly done

[@rhysluckiepieces]

I'm not surprised he's a talented dramatic actor. Even in B99 some of the most emotional moments came from him pulling on his dramatic side and they were so much better for it. I'm very excited to see this movie

[@fwfulton]

In the Tradition of Sensational Comedians (Robin Williams, Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler) doing Dramatic Roles and Nailing it. Andy, you have earned all the success that comes your way.

[@basicallydan]

It is... SO difficult, as someone who has enjoyed Samberg's work for about 20 years... to not just laugh at everything he says. Kudos for taking on a serious role like this!

[@privatenexus5764]

0:58 Perfect clip choice, great back of head acting. so much emotion conveyed in the hairs at the back of his neck.

[@aaronfelman1000]

It was the perfect clip because he was in no other scenes.

[@tbd-5160]

As a Jew from New York, I love this. Andy is just 100. He's a salt of the earth man. One of the best.

[@danarzechula3769]

Yeah. Too bad Sandler is just too old for that😂

[@fimbulsummer]

Is this why I find Jewish men so damn hot? It’s weird because in Australia we don’t have the historical cultural experience like we see in American tv. As an Aboriginal Australian, there’s something about Jewish men that speaks to me, could be the salt of the earth mensch thing. Different cultures but similar values.

[@robjohnston1433]

I think you'll find he's a Puerto Rican/Scottish Episcopalian!

[@coosoorlog]

In that photo, David E. Scherman looks a lot like Andy Samberg. Perhaps like 80% Andy Samberg and 20% Pete Davidson.

[@bethanyduffy5381]

It's the teeth, right?

[@Anonymouse428]

I thought he looked a bit more like Fred Armisen

[@skeansmith]

I was 80% Pete 20% Andy.

[@jeffstevenson3235]

Yeah, all I'm seeing is Pete....with like a dash of Andy

[@ChipCain]

Why are the funniest people the most spectacular actors? What a talent he is. Can’t wait to see this.

[@lorekeepermeerah]

lmao that story about the facetime call makes me love Kate even more. What lovely humans they all are

[@flatandsplat]

Andy was a revelation in Lee. Subtle, thoughtful, beautiful acting

[@cannibalbananas]

I agree. Andy's Kate Winslet impression is spot on. He clearly went to Impression Camp too 👏👏👏

[@Teamo86]

He was really great in it. Everybody giggled when they saw him the first time, but then he's just the character. Great casting choice.

[@dimithri9429]

It’s so sweet how happy Seth is to have his friends on the show- he loves them dearly

[@barbara_g.]

speaking of andy's more serious roles, "celeste and jesse forever" with him & rashida jones is surprisingly emotional and really, really good!

[@JMart6]

Can’t even say “I’m an actor” with a straight face! 😂

[@havcola6983]

Two compulsive jokesters trying to be serious for a bit is a very 'blind leading the blind' thing to watch

[@svyt]

A couple of times, it looked like Andy was going to break into a smile, but he clamped it back... So much fun.

[@lauraroth6630]

Also two compulsive jokesters who are really close friends. Like, Andy’s face is literally on Seth’s desk!

[@ryane397]

The few giggles from the Jackals in the crowd makes me happy.

[@Anaxelcurveonachalkboard]

He’s so good in “Palm Springs”

[@nerfherder4284]

I hope Andy understands how much he is loved in the world. It's tough to be a good guy in this world and he nails it ✌🏻 His reverse roast is still my favorite.♥️

[@nannerz1994]

Man I'm so glad to see him in serious drama stuff He's really talented

[@Beingmefromnowon]

Poor frisbee. We all knew that was coming. 😂

[@andthedragon]

I KNEW at 7:20 he was going to do what he did 😂😂😂 Love Andy, Love Seth!!

[@dmnoden]

I’m consistently worried that tonally, my face will ruin most things.

[@Vaughan4]

I’ve seen so many comedic actors hit it out of the park when it comes to switching to serious dramatic roles (Robin Williams, Bill Murray, Bill Hader, Kristen Wiig, Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler, Whoopie Goldberg, etc. etc.), but not many dramatic actors able to pull off comedic films (although some certainly hold their own on SNL!). Glad to see Andy going for it and becoming such a versatile actor himself!

[@prenks23]

I have two theories on this: Comedic actors often have great dramatic chops because more often than not, they also have deep wells of darkness to draw from. Then there's timing. Timing is absolutely key in comedy, and I'm not sure to what degree that can be taught. Some people have it, some people don't.

[@catherinereynolds9644]

Seeing Seth and Andy cracking each other, and all of America, is so lovely. Thank you for all the laughs . Joyful

[@timthehippy9478]

When he said "one more thing" I thought he was going for Frizbee, he was so happy with the reaction, perfect.

[@dhaughn]

I love seeing you guys together so much

[@Zimani08]

“Not good etiquette” So Seth will def call Andy for Corrections this week 🐾

[@carolz5090]

Absolutely! And as a bonus…it’s 🐾 Thursday 🐾 so it’s tonight!

[@themripley]

I've been pushing the idea of Samberg for a Mel Brooks Oscar Bait biopic for years, anyone with me?

[@cheechwizard6541]

Oh hell yeah

[@moraggilad847]

Omg yes

[@cynthiamason4069]

Brilliant. Who do you have in mind for Annie Bancroft? This should happen while Mel is still with us. ❤

[@austinholt4022]

This.

[@themripley]

@@cynthiamason4069 Annie Murphy for Ms Bancroft. Rachel Bloom for Madeline Kahn, Simon Helberg (not Jeremy Allen White) for Gene Wilder.

[@sourman_be_jealous]

Comedians are amazing when it comes to playing serious acting, Jim Carrey in the Truman show, robin Williams in insomnia and good will hunting, I know Andy will do great in this movie!

[@Danielruth42]

I absolutely adore how Andy gets his own graphics every visit.

[@Jenniferlwarm]

Andys glorious face on my KZbin timeline, never clicked a video faster. Highlight of my day

[@procrastnwriter]

What a brilliant way for Andy to introduce himself to serious acting parts and do the film justice while still not compromising his charismatic humour. Andy is one of the best and I look forward to seeing what he does with his film career in more serious roles. The man has acting chops. And FU Frisbee.

[@jane_se.]

I love how happy Seth is to announce him

[@k.mccandies1505]

First serious question and he laughs, I love him 😄.

[@canadianhappyinitalytruest6556]

Gotta love his Corrections dig at Seth and the jackals!

[@jeandrzyzgula]

Andy managed to do some incredible dramatic work on Brooklyn 99, I'm really excited to see this movie

[@mightyone3737]

It's nice seeing two people have this great of a time, especially when they're making us laugh!

[@wharris123184]

3:12 Andy realizes what he signed up for and might not be able to do it. 😂

[@gratefuljackal8183]

As soon as he said cold face timing I knew it was about Corrections, and I also saw the Frisbee insults coming when he got really serious 😁🐾

[@arawille]

Love that he wants to talk serious and earnestly, however he is wearing beneath the jacket his French pole vaulter shirt 😂😂😂

[@primis82]

Andy is amazing in Lee, everyone should go see it ❤❤

[@abarfriedrich5027]

Every good Comedian is a serious, reflective person 🌻🌻🌻

[@autisticrick]

VFX are wild. At 6:12, Andy vanishes and Kate Winslet appears in the chair.

[@chinmaypandit9875]

Love the vibe of the interview between two friends.

[@kristinanah]

watching this video makes me reminisce about the times these two would be on my tv every saturday night love it lol they haven't changed :'')

[@kikfull]

So happy he got the opportunity to play this character!❤

[@l0zz1em0zzi3]

can Corrections even be considered a cold facetime anymore? If I were Samberg I would just expect a facetime from Seth on thursday afternoon by this point lol

[@laurafay2796]

I knew that ernest moment was going to be about Frisbee. I could sense it

[@Catherinzsl]

_I Just Got Into It With Kate, And We Went From There_ - title of your ... tape.

[@danarzechula3769]

😂❤

[@fimbulsummer]

As a family friendly show, I’m pretty sure that inappropriate language is necessary, because who makes ruder and swearier jokes than family? And sex isn’t even a naughty word… It’s what you do with it. Bang! (Bang indicates punchline, please laugh now)

[@truealchemouse]

Andy and Seth together honestly look like they could be blood brothers, I'm happy for them both

[@ryvyr]

Poor Seth, genuinely reacting with rightful disappointment in the crowd applauding Andy's disposition about Frisbee ;w;

[@SPProduction02]

Also, Mr Sherman looks a lot like someone who came out of Pete Davidson genealogy tree

[@marctouss1862]

hahahaha YES!..

[@cheechwizard6541]

Too bad Pete Davidson can’t act

[@marctouss1862]

@@cheechwizard6541 yes he can... he was pretty good in the king of staten island.... and not to mention... hilarious as chad... okay..

[@DensonGames]

@@cheechwizard6541king of staten island, transformers rotb, so many other things.

[@Butterfly-ue1ph]

I am so happy for him! Seeing him in a such a powerful movie where he can show his acting range and I’m so happy for him!

[@carollollol]

Thank you for not cutting out the movie clip.

[@cheechwizard6541]

Hahaha Frisbee had it coming! You know what you did, Frisbee!!

[@geoliaful]

Again, a clip about a serious drama film and I spent 8:25 minutes laughing my ass off. What a duo

[@withalittlehelpfrom3]

So Ms Winslet called him from Foggy London Town? Signed, a young person who loves sports

[@DNTXPCTMCH]

Thank you Kate for giving Andy this opportunity! ❤

[@WanderlustGoGo]

I want Andy to win the Academy Award for Supporting Role ❤

[@caffeinated.strawberriii]

andy samberg has the kinda smile that can make someone's whole day 🤍

[@ZubairKhan-od9sp]

incorrect. it can make someone's whole week

[@jonathanhoffman7464]

Watching this on the toilet shook me 😂😂

[@KatherinePierce7]

I do feel bad for Frisbee but this is revenge planned by cats for all the cat jokes Seth makes during monologues 😂😂

[@jessicarussell285]

Andy trying to be serious is even funnier 😂😂😂

[@juliemacdonell6381]

Their giggles are so cute!

[@christineherrmann205]

Kate Winslet is a cold FaceTime you PICK UP.

[@brightknight1965]

We need a day drinking with Andy!

[@djinn.b9492]

Looks like Pete Davison more than andy

[@artbybard]

exactly what i was gonna say! looks creepily like Pete Davidson actually. I dont rly see the resemblance to Samberg >.>

[@pizzazombie5209]

Davidson, Samberg, and Sandler could all play family members. Well, Samberg and Sandler already have, but the three of them have always looked alike.

[@evilscorpio1981]

He really does

[@jakeperalta2527]

only in that picture. in every other picture he looks a lot more like andy!

[@joycediggs4617]

Oh snap! I also thought that the journalist looks like a cross between Andy Samberg and Pete Davidson. 😅

[@brianmorton9419]

I’m surprised how long he held it together. It definitely got silly, even before the Frisbee bit, but on the whole… very professional

[@Tandrael]

Andy Samberg? Never heard of him. Is that one of these English actors from foggy London town?

[@fwabcaf]

Yeah he was in that hit show with Greg Davies called Cuckoo.

[@roarmalf]

He must be from Foggy London Town, because if he's not from Foggy London Town then I don't know where he's from.

[@andrewpierce1588]

You don’t know him because he spent most of his life doing Shakespeare monologues off broadway.

[@Omegasupreme21]

He’s Adam Sandlers son

[@MorningAngel]

@@fwabcaf It is a reference to the Lonely Island and Seth Meyers podcast where Andy was in London for one of the recordings and he always refers to it as foggy London town. Then, he was in Budapest and it was foggy Budapest town. It's silly and funny.

[@temporaladvisor3958]

Two things: I saw a glimpses of Andy Samberg's dramatic acting chops in Palm Springs, so landing this role after being expressly singled out by Kate Winslet isn't a shocker. Can't wait to see this historical movie and to watch Winslet and Samberg bring these important people to our attention. Seth, now you know how to get through to Andy via Facetime. You have to put a headshot of Kate in front of your phone screen to get him to pick up for Corrections.

[@paulmrjohnson]

Wish he had talked him for a minute and then said, 'We're out of time'

[@alumpyhorse]

😂💙🐾

[@dielaughing73]

What's up with that?

[@utility63]

I wasn't sure how he was going to abruptly hang up in him in person.

[@alumpyhorse]

@@dielaughing73 OK, I heard that in the voice of Keenan Thompson on SNL: what’s up with that”

[@elizabethheyenga9277]

Andy grew up! wasn't sure he was going to take that path. He continues to grow on me

[@sethie_shots]

About the cold FaceTime 😂😂😂 It’s _not good etiquette_

[@bubblesezblonde]

Nice interview Seth

[@David-D-Abraham]

Andy looks mad exhausted in this segment.

[@daisysourcream13]

I called the Frisbee bit! I called it! 😂

[@h7opolo]

4:24 apparently Pete Davidson turned down the role first, Andy was a second choice.

[@christievanderlaan7575]

Exactly

[@themorales6]

Ha!!!! Yes, the Jackals are well aware that you’re not readily available for the cold FaceTime calls!😂😂

[@CHAFETCO]

I knew the last thing would be a Frisbee thing. I could feel it.

[@Jesselaj]

It was cool how the setup for the Earnestly segment was funny, without any jokes, just because of the context. That's some pretty advanced comedy

[@isuckatgaming7225]

These 2 are the best!!!!

[@twelvetoes-e9n]

I still cracked up just seeing Andy's face in the clip. 😂

[@stefanienovita9717]

Frisbee: why is it always mee???? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I miss Andy so much 🫶🏻❤️

[@alumpyhorse]

I have never clicked like so fast. Now off to watch. 🐾💙 ps. 5:20 howdy, Corrections jackals! I think we’ve made it, we are in Andy Samberg‘s head

[@anro7137]

Ok, now that’s a pretty cool thought!

[@willsimbala4291]

Spot on impression work as always

[@msjamesesq]

When Andy said that he had one more thing to be earnest about I KNEW he was going to take shots at Frisbee. 😂😂😂

[@bozarts22]

I saw the movie, Lee, today! It is so worth seeing! She was incredible what she recorded for history!