Jimmy Kimmel hosted the 96th Academy Awards (Oscars), where some of the most successful films of the previous year were honored. He was quick to break into his bag of prepared one-liners, even though he acknowledged the show was running five minutes behind schedule. He proceeded to roast several of the night’s most prominent guests, such as Christopher Nolan, Bradley Cooper, and Robert Downey Jr.
After the drama and controversy of Kimmel’s time hosting this year’s Oscars, fans are seeking a new face to take on the prestigious role next year. And it appears that the ideal candidate is none other than the hilarious and beloved John Mulaney. Why? His Oscar presentation for Best Sound was arguably the most unexpected moment; his performance was well-received by fans.
John Mulaney Hilariously Broke Down The Whole Field of Dreams Story
Known for his sharp wit, charming demeanor, and sharp humor, John Mulaney has captured the hearts of viewers with his hilarious stand-up specials and hit television shows. Some of them include The Top Part (2009), New in Town (2012), and John Mulaney & The Sack Lunch Bunch (2019).
As Mulaney went onstage to present the Best Sound award during the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday, he veered into a humorous segment about Kevin Costner’s 1989 film, Field of Dreams. The comedian, 41, joked (via People):
“For years, movies didn’t have sound, and then they figured it out. Some people say that the silent era was the golden era of film — these people are difficult and insane.”
Without pause, the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse star continued, citing several famous movie scenes, including a frequently quoted line from Madame Web:
“Without sound we wouldn’t have been able to hear such classic lines as ‘You’re going to need a bigger boat’, ‘I’ll have what she’s having,’ and, ‘He was in the Amazon with my mother when she was researching spiders just before she died’.”
Phil Alden Robinson’s Field of Dreams (starring Costner as Ray Kinsella) received three Oscar nominations, including one for Best Picture. Towards the end of his speech, Mulaney cracked a joke about the scene in which Ray Kinsella’s daughter choked on a hot dog and one of the ghostly baseball players rushed off the field to save her:
“He comes up and he pats her on the back a couple of times and he’s like, ‘Hot dog, stuck in the throat,’ and then he can’t go back in the game’. Cause I guess there’s a rule in ghost baseball that if you leave the field at any point to become an elderly ghost and do the Heimlich maneuver, you can’t return to the field.”
Well, his comedic approach finds the ideal balance between being clever and silly, which makes him the perfect person to inject some much-needed humor into the Oscar stage.
Many People Definitely Want John Mulaney To Host The Oscars 2025
The search for the ideal host for next year’s Academy Awards has officially ended. Following Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial stint as host, fans have spoken, and their top choice for the job is none other than John Mulaney. And, honestly, who can blame them? Mulaney’s quick wit, impeccable timing, and warm personality make him the ideal choice to lead Hollywood’s biggest night (probably next year).
If there is one thing we know for certain, it is that the Chicago-born comedian has the fans’ support. Take a look at social media, and you will see countless tweets and posts in his praise:
He should be hosting everything, every year
— Jessica Ellis (@baddestmamajama) March 11, 2024
An all-time great award presentation by John Mulaney followed by an all-time great win for The Zone of Interest followed by an all-time great production number from Gosling — this is as good as the Oscars get.
— Guy Lodge (@GuyLodge) March 11, 2024
Also that better be Mulaneys audition to host next year
— James Cam’ron #FreePalestine (@dylanstu8) March 11, 2024
That's his audition to host next year because I am sick of Jimmy Kimmel and his unfunny jokes.
— MamaSita ✝️ 🇮🇪🇾🇪🇵🇸🇵🇭🇲🇲🇹🇼🇦🇲🇬🇾🇪🇭 (@guy_prog) March 11, 2024
😂😂😂😂😂
He quoted #MadameWeb!And this #FieldOfDreams bit!
LOVE #JohnMulaney
He should host the telecast next year #Oscars pic.twitter.com/KM9hGBYkXQ— Grace Randolph (@GraceRandolph) March 11, 2024
Of course, we cannot discuss the comedian-actor-writer without mentioning his legendary hosting gigs. Mulaney, who has made several memorable appearances on Saturday Night Live and has hilarious stand-up specials, knows how to command a stage unlike anyone else.
You can anticipate a lot of humor and some surprises at the Oscars the following year if Mulaney is in charge of hosting!
