Benedict Cumberbatch differentiates wizards from sorcerers in SNL clip

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Benedict Cumberbatch Differentiates Wizards From Sorcerers In Snl Clip
The Marvel star is due to host the prestigious US comedy show on May 7th alongside musical guests Arcade Fire. Photo: PA Images
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By Mike Bedigan, PA Los Angeles Correspondent

Benedict Cumberbatch becomes defensive over the difference between sorcerers and wizards in a humorous promotion for Saturday Night Live.

The actor and Marvel star is due to host the popular US comedy show on May 7th alongside musical guests Arcade Fire.

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In a short promo clip for the show, Cumberbatch is told by a cast member that his superhero alter-ego is “my favourite wizard.”

“Well, technically Dr Strange is more of a sorcerer,” Cumberbatch corrects her.

“Harry Potter is a wizard and Dumble-dee-dore or whatever is a wizard as well. Dr Strange is a sorcerer.

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“Wizards have little wands and robes and cast spells, lame.”

“Oh come on, you just open portals and have a magic cloak that you talk to,” the cast member responds.

Looking momentarily dejected, Cumberbatch says: “You’re right.”

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He then adds with a smile: “But I also protect your reality. You’re welcome.”

“Burn,” says Arcade Fire frontman Win Butler, and the pair high-five each other.

Dr Strange In the Multiverse of Madness was released in cinemas on May 6th, and stars Cumberbatch alongside Benedict Wong, Elizabeth Olsen and Rachel McAdams.

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