Comedy DVDs: Ferrell Volumes, Sandler Skits, Aykroyd Live vs. Seasons 1-5 (Surprising Value?) If you're a comedy enthusiast with a penchant for nostalgia, the shelves of your DVD collection might be a battleground of iconic moments. Four standout titles-Saturday Night Live - The Best of Will Ferrell - Volumes 1 & 2, Saturday Night Live: The Best of Adam Sandler, Saturday Night Live - Dan Aykroyd Live , and Saturday Night Live: The Best of Seasons 1-5-each promise a slice of SNL's golden era, but their offerings and value propositions diverge like a comedy troupe's wildly different styles. Will Ferrell's two-volume set is a punchy, tight compilation of his most celebrated sketches, from "Dude,Locked Out" to "Kenan & Kel"-a testament to his early genius. Fans of his hilarious, deadpan humor will find it a nostalgic treasure, though it feels like a curated highlight reel rather than a full journey through his SNL days. Adam Sandler's collection, on the other hand, leans heavier into his roots, showcasing the absurdity of his "The Waterboy" sketches and the slapstick that made him a household name. It's a raw, unfiltered dive into a different era of SNL, where Sandler's chaotic energy earned cult status. Dan Aykroyd's Live is a rare gem-a stand-up special that captures his improvisational flair and sharp wit, offering a unique perspective outside the sketch format. While it's a shorter, more focused experience, it's priced as if it's a rare artifact, raising questions about whether it's a must-have or a niche curiosity. Finally, The Best of Seasons 1-5 is the ultimate package deal, spanning five years of SNL's most iconic moments. It's a sprawling, event-filled ride that covers everything from the show's formative years to its peak, but at a premium cost-prompting the age-old debate: is it worth the investment, or just a collector's overload? Each title has its own charm, but the question remains: what's the true value of a comedy DVD that distills decades of sketch comedy into a few hours of curated laughter? The answer, like the best SNL bits, depends on your taste-and your budget.