Kate McKinnon Joins Andy Samberg on Good Morning America to Promote “The Roses”

NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2025 - Award-winning comedian Kate McKinnon appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America today alongside fellow “Saturday Night Live” alum Andy Samberg to discuss their new dark comedy, The Roses. The duo shared stories about their on-screen chemistry and offered viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the film, which co-stars Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch.

In Monday’s episode, McKinnon and Samberg described how they prepared for their roles as mismatched siblings in the film. McKinnon noted that finding the right balance between humor and emotional depth proved challenging but ultimately rewarding. “Andy and I spent weeks improvising scenes to discover what felt most genuine,” she said. Samberg added that the pair leaned on their long-standing friendship to bring authenticity to their characters’ dynamic.

During the segment, the comedians also revealed anecdotes from the set, including a prank Samberg played on McKinnon involving a prop rose that refused to behave on cue. “It kept wobbling, and I thought Kate was going to lose it,” Samberg laughed. McKinnon roasted him for secretly rigging the prop to spring open unexpectedly, eliciting genuine surprise on camera.

ABC News posted an online video of the interview, highlighting McKinnon’s praise for director Jay Roach’s patient approach: “He gave us room to play and kept the tone just right”. The clip has already garnered thousands of views on the network’s website and social platforms.

The Roses opens in theaters on August 29, promising audiences a blend of sharp wit and heartfelt storytelling driven by its standout performances.