SNL cast member Will Forte is known for, among other things, his role as 'MacGruber', the 'MacGyver'-esque character who tries to dismantle bombs with simple household items, usually ending in an explosion. On last night's 'Late Night With Jimmy Fallon', Will Forte confirmed a 'MacGruber' movie is in the works.
Now, I love 'MacGruber', and I love Will Forte, but you can't help but wonder if this is serious or not. Every episode of 'MacGyver' has ended in Will Forte and Kristin Wiig's characters being involved in an explosion... though, that could be entertaining.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- 80s TV Spoofs
- The trend of reimagining and spoofing beloved 80s TV shows and characters, like 'MacGyver' and 'MacGruber', for new audiences and platforms.
- Comedy Film Revivals
- The trend of reviving classic comedy characters and franchises for feature film adaptations, like 'MacGruber'.
- Satirical Parody
- The trend of satirical parody in popular culture, like SNL's 'MacGruber' skits.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Film and Television
- Opportunities for studios and networks to capitalize on the growing nostalgia for 80s TV shows with new iterations and reboots that cater to a modern audience.
- Comedy and Entertainment
- Opportunities for comedians, writers, and content creators to inject humor and parody into popular culture and reimagine classic characters and franchises.
- Digital Streaming
- Opportunities for streaming services to offer exclusive content and revive classic comedy franchises for new audiences.
