Comedian and Saturday Night Live star Michael Che released his third solo Netflix stand-up special, Shot in Minnesota, on October 13, 2026. Recorded live across two nights at the historic First Avenue venue in Minneapolis, the hour-long special features Che directing himself and exploring topics ranging from public perception and aging to his long-standing dynamic with co-anchor Colin Jost.
The release arrives shortly after Che returned to the Weekend Update desk for the Season 52 premiere of Saturday Night Live, marking his 13th consecutive year co-anchoring the iconic sketch comedy segment alongside Jost. Shot in Minnesota follows Che’s previous Netflix specials, 2016’s Michael Che Matters and 2021’s Michael Che: Shame the Devil, maintaining his pace of releasing an hour-long streaming special every five years.
Inside the Material and First-Look Clips
In promotional clips released ahead of the premiere, Che takes aim at Jost and his marriage to movie star Scarlett Johansson. In the routine, Che questions why Jost treats his relationship like an ordinary occurrence rather than an extraordinary milestone.
“You know what really bothers me about Colin being married to Scarlett Johansson? It’s that he acts like it’s normal. Isn’t that f*****g annoying? He acts like it’s not a miracle,” Che jokes in the special.
Beyond network television and streaming specials, Che’s broader comedy portfolio includes creating and starring in two seasons of HBO Max’s sketch series That Damn Michael Che, a short stint as a correspondent on The Daily Show, and collaborating with Jost on the 2024 Peac**k live showcase special Colin Jost & Michael Che Present: New York After Dark.
Production and Distribution Details
Che handled directing duties for Shot in Minnesota and served as an executive producer alongside Matthew Vaughan for Rotten Science. The special was taped in front of a live audience in downtown Minneapolis in late August following a surprise warm-up set at local venue Sisyphus Brewing.
Reviewers note that while the special’s title references the political and social energy surrounding Minnesota, Che’s material leans primarily into personal observations, generational commentary, and reflections on fame, single life, and navigating network censorship limits.
Michael Che Stand-Up Career Milestones
- 2014: Joins Saturday Night Live as a Weekend Update co-anchor.
- 2016: Releases debut Netflix stand-up special, Michael Che Matters.
- 2021: Releases second Netflix hour, Michael Che: Shame the Devil, and launches HBO Max sketch series That Damn Michael Che.
- 2024: Teams up with Colin Jost for Peac**k live special New York After Dark.
- 2026: Debuts third Netflix special, Shot in Minnesota, filmed at First Avenue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michael Che: Shot in Minnesota
When was Michael Che: Shot in Minnesota released?
The stand-up special premiered globally on Netflix on October 13, 2026.
Where was the special filmed?
It was recorded live at the famous music venue First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, during a series of shows in late August.
Is this Michael Che’s first Netflix special?
No, Shot in Minnesota is Che’s third hour-long Netflix special, following Michael Che Matters (2016) and Michael Che: Shame the Devil (2021).
Who directed the special?
Michael Che directed the project himself and served as an executive producer alongside Matthew Vaughan.
What topics does Che cover in the special?
The material focuses on personal observations, aging, his single lifestyle, public image, and lighthearted jabs at his SNL co-star Colin Jost.
