To celebrate the holidays, here’s an old “Gettin’ Later” skit that was group-written along with Ben Mitchell and Chris Demeglio. Originally aired in December of 2003, this sketch has Jesus visit the “Gettin’ Later” set to spread holiday cheer. Things take a dramatic turn, however, when Jesus’ rival X threatens to claim Christmas as his own. Some of the references are dated, but overall it stands the test of time. Enjoy.
Thanks to Ben Mitchell for finding this.
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Jesus
Hello my children.
Ben & Ryan:
Hey! It’s Jesus everybody!
Ben
So JC, to what do we owe this pleasure?
Jesus
Well you know it’s the holidays and that means only one thing…it’s my birthday!
Ryan
Oh, Jesus, Jesus.
Jesus
Don’t take my name in vain, Goddammit.
(Jesus sings happy B-day)
X
Wait just a damn minute!
Jesus
Oh no! It’s X!
X
That’s right…the NEW meaning of Christmas…I mean X-mas.
Ben
Wait…what’s this all about, Jesus?
Jesus
He’s nothing…just ignore him.
X
Yes (evil laugh), that’s what I’m counting on you to do. I’m coming up through the underground. People writing my name on boxes, on the backs of photographs, and as an abbreviation on television! All the while Jesus prances around celebrating his birthday on X-mas like it’s his divine right.
Ben
Well, it kinda is.
X
Silence! I’m taking this holiday back for the people! Soon…
(Lights go out)
Ben
Wait….where’s X?
Jesus
Well, the Lord does work in mysterious ways! (wink)
(Group laugh)
Jesus
Well, I’m out like an Anglican Bishop!
(Jesus leaves)
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