Medieval Barber Theodoric of York - SNL

A medieval barber (Steve Martin) treats his patients with leeches and boar’s vomit. [Season 3, 1978]

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[enricofermi]

How much talent can you have on one stage?
Every one of them. Amazes me.

[joeski]

"You worked on my back, " is the best line in this sketch and Belushi delivers it perfectly.

[yourmkarcadesource]

"A little pain never hurt anyone." Classic.

[ShawnMcClearn-Yinzer-At-Heart]

I remember taking two semesters of Medieval history in college. I had mentioned this sketch to my professional and he said he was really impressed with its accuracy. He told me that he later found out that was due to the SNL writers consulting with a Harvard professor to get the details right.

[rachelkornak]

"You'll feel a lot better after a good bleeding."
"But I'm bleeding already." LOL 🤣

[namcat]

When this was first broadcast, SNL was at its peak. This is still hilarious. Everyone is perfect in their roles, costumes and set as well. Steve's delivery was always funny; the end "Nahh!" the best. Thanks!

[notsure]

Best line: "Say...who's the barber here?"

[calebray]

This is one of the most brilliant skits I’ve ever seen...

[danboyle]

At about 3:30: "A little pain never hurt anyone."
Great line, and absolutely no response from the audience.
I saw it live (on tv) and busted a gut.

[aiberlane]

I love how effortlessly Steve adlibbed with the bird.

[wirelesmike]

BroomGilda! XD Everything about this is gold. Such a great cast that season.

[resolutestct]

I was lucky enough to be sitting right up front in the audience that night!

[samanthab]

Saw this in HS. Still holds up. Many laughs at the mention of Theodoric of York. 😂

[rosskerr]

My high school history teacher showed us this video. That was a high point for me.

[JoseyWaless]

Loved this skit. My father and I used to quote lines from it all the time.

[musicbreath]

Oh god, Gilda was the best! "Yes Theodoric!" *goofy laugh* lol

[grantdavis]

Gilda Radner laughing and saying”she’s dead”, had me pissing my pants with laughter, LMAO 😜.

[aaaht]

"Take two pints from that bird too." Classic SNL.

[Maliceah]

After seeing this, I can understand why Steve Martin was picked for the role of the dentist in Little Shop of Horrors.

[larrswomback]

This is a bukkake of comedy genius in one skit