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CastMichael BoltonAndy SambergWill ForteKenny GMaya Rudolph
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Premiere DateFebruary 7, 2017
Michael Bolton's Big Sexy Valentine's Day Special is a musical variety show from Netflix which stars the legendary Michael Bolton himself. This show is a celebration of love and all things cheesy, featuring a star-studded cast of celebrity guests who join Bolton in singing, dancing and comedy skits.
The show opens with Bolton singing an original song titled "Love is a Wonderful Thing" which sets the tone for the entire episode. The first guest appearance is by Andy Samberg who plays a cupid and sings a hilarious parody of one of Bolton's hits. This is followed by Will Forte who plays a lovelorn astronaut, singing a ballad to his girlfriend back on Earth.
The next guest is renowned saxophonist Kenny G, who performs a soulful rendition of a classic love song. This is followed by Maya Rudolph who takes on the role of a lovelorn waitress who sings a heartbreaking song about her unrequited love. Adam Scott then appears in a comedy skit about a man struggling to find the perfect gift for his wife on Valentine's Day.
Janeane Garofalo appears next, singing a stand-up comedy style song about the struggles of dating in the modern world. Brooke Shields follows this up by singing a sultry and seductive version of one of Bolton's hits. Sinbad then appears in a skit about a man who is trying to win back his ex-girlfriend by serenading her at a karaoke bar.
Michael Sheen appears next in a melodramatic skit about a man who is haunted by the ghost of his ex-wife on Valentine's Day. Tim Robinson then appears in a comedy skit about a man who is trying to write a love song for his girlfriend, but keeps getting interrupted by his roommate played by Bob Saget.
Mary Holland and Andy Richter then perform a hilarious comedy skit about a couple on the verge of a break-up trying to save their relationship on Valentine's Day. Colton Dunn, David Theune, and Randall Park then appear in a satirical skit about a boy band trying to reinvent itself for Valentine's Day.
Sarah Silverman appears next, singing a provocative and politically-charged song about love and sex in the current political climate. Mary Sohn then appears in a comedy skit about a woman trying to enjoy a romantic dinner with her boyfriend despite some weird and off-putting reservations at the restaurant.
Fred Armisen then appears in a comedy skit where he plays a scientist who has invented a love potion that goes horribly wrong. Matthew Kimbrough and Maya Erskine then appear in a comedy skit about a dysfunctional couple attempting to have a romantic evening together.
Louie Anderson then appears in a heartfelt and emotional skit where he sings a love song to his wife, who passed away some years ago. Claudia O'Doherty, Kate Berlant, and Baron Vaughn then appear in a comedy skit about a group of friends who are having a disastrous Valentine's Day party.
Zachary Oyama, Casey Wilson, and Sarah Shahi then appear in a skit about a couple trying to spice up their Valentine's Day by exploring their sexual fantasies. Jimmy Graham, Luka Jones, and Akiva Schaffer then appear in a hilarious skit about a group of guys who are trying to film a romantic video for their girlfriends.
Eric André then appears in a skit about a man who is trying to win back his ex-girlfriend, but keeps getting thwarted by various obstacles. Scott Aukerman then appears in a skit about a man who is trying to write a love song for his girlfriend, but keeps getting hung up on the lyrics.
Nicole Byer, Dave Ferguson, Tim Kalpakis, Mike Hanford, and Mircea Monroe appear in a comedy sketch about a group of friends who are trying to fix up one of their own with a date for Valentine's Day. Chris Parnell and Sal Stowers then appear in a comedy skit about a couple who are trying to reignite their passion on Valentine's Day.
Overall, Michael Bolton's Big Sexy Valentine's Day Special is a hilarious and heartwarming celebration of love and all things cheesy. With a star-studded cast and catchy musical numbers, it's the perfect way to get in the mood for Valentine's Day.