Why The Actors In The Totino’s Pizza Rolls 2025 Super Bowl Commercial Look So Familiar

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Totino’s boosts its charm with the latest Super Bowl ad featuring an emotional farewell scene between kids and their alien friend reminiscent of “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.” The scene is unexpectedly interrupted by two unaware dads who, despite not knowing about the alien, feel they deserve a goodbye due to the fact that the alien had eaten all their Pizza Rolls – an item they claim costs around $100, while the alien confirms you can get 10 rolls for just a dollar. The situation leads to a comical twist, and to play these dads, Totino’s brought in comedians known for their knack for humor in spontaneous situations.

Tim Robinson and Sam Richardson deliver standout performances as the father characters, outshining the alien character (whose name escapes me), and their chemistry is undeniably excellent. Given that they first crossed paths at the Second City Detroit comedy theater in the 2000s, it’s no wonder they collaborate so seamlessly. Over the years, they have worked together on numerous projects, as well as pursuing individual endeavors, thus providing a delightful blend of their talents to refresh your recollection.

Tim Robinson is a sketch comedy legend

Tim Robinson’s significant debut occurred when he joined “Saturday Night Live” as a principal player, though his roles were primarily minor during his one-year tenure with the cast. Having initially agreed to a four-year contract, he was shifted to the writers’ room following his first season, where he completed the remainder of his term.

In another comedy sketch series that he had creative control over, his distinctive humor style found a more suitable match. “I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson,” which premiered on Netflix in 2019, has generated some extraordinary sketches. From singing about skeletons exploiting their bones for currency to demanding an excessive amount of food from a drive-thru (55 burgers, 55 fries, 55 tacos, and so forth), Robinson’s show has spawned countless memes that continue to amuse viewers even after multiple rewatches.

Beyond his work in sketch comedy, Robinson has been actively engaged in voice acting for various animated shows such as “Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm,” “Digman!,” and “Teenage Euthanasia.” He is also set to debut a new series on Max titled “The Chair Company,” where his character delves into a mystery surrounding a conspiracy triggered by a public humiliation. Given that evading public humiliation is the basis of many sketches in “I Think You Should Leave,” this new show seems tailor-made for Robinson’s comedic talents. Although “SNL” may have overlooked his genius, it’s clear that others have recognized it.

Sam Richardson runs the gamut from comedy to action

Sam Richardson has certainly established himself as an actor who is recognizable in numerous productions, often leaving viewers to exclaim, “It’s him again!” His filmography includes supporting roles in films such as “We’re the Millers” and “Spy.” However, his exceptional comic delivery always hinted at a larger destiny for Richardson.

His major career milestone was undoubtedly when he took the spotlight as Richard Splett in “Veep,” delivering hilarious performances alongside comedy legends such as Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Tony Hale. Following this success, Richardson quickly moved up the ranks to lead roles, sharing screen time with Brittany Snow in the racy comedy “Hooking Up” and displaying his talent for horror in the critically acclaimed “Werewolves Within” (2021). Regardless of the genre, Richardson consistently brings a comedic touch to every role he plays.

In the action-packed movie “The Tomorrow War,” Richardson stands out as a top-notch performer. The director, Chris McKay, even mentioned that he knew Richardson was ideal for the role. With his impressive track record, Richardson is currently playing Quasi in “Star Trek: Section 31.” Critics at Looper have once again praised Richardson as the best aspect of the “Star Trek” film, so if you want your project to be even moderately successful, consider hiring this talented actor.

Robinson and Richardson’s Super Bowl spot is a Detroiters dream come true

Discussing the Totino’s Pizza Rolls Super Bowl ad inevitably leads us to “Detroiters,” a beloved Comedy Central series. In its 20 episodes, viewers watched Sam Duvet (played by Sam Richardson) and Tim Cramblin (Tim Robinson) come up with outlandish commercial ideas for businesses across Detroit. Despite their dreams of scoring contracts with major corporations, they often ended up working with small, local businesses instead.

The Totino’s Super Bowl commercial seems reminiscent of a pitch from Duvet and Cramblin for their clients, featuring a humorous parody. To avoid any potential copyright issues with the studio responsible for “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” they’ve carefully crafted it. The sketch is overly extended, providing plenty of opportunities to mine for humor throughout the two-minute advertisement. One amusing moment includes Richardson attempting and failing to push the spacecraft.

Beyond Robinson and Richardson, Zach Kanin and Alice Mathias – the creative minds behind “I Think You Should Leave,” with Zach as co-creator and Alice as a frequent director – were also part of creating this fantastic ad. It’s hoped that more people will be drawn to watch Robinson’s show following the ad’s release. And just a friendly reminder, nothing pairs better with 55 burgers than Totino’s Pizza Rolls!

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2025-01-30 02:00