How to Dress Like Hanz and Franz
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Hanz and Franz are characters from a sketch that appeared on Saturday Night Live. The idea was initially conceived in 1987 and debuted on SNL during the 13th season. Played by Dana Carvey and Kevin Nealon, the two muscled men motivated people to get “pumped up.” Based on Arnold Schwarzenegger, the bodybuilding duo sport fake muscles and Austrian accents.
Hanz and Franz are loud and aggressive bodybuilders. Though their muscles are fake, they still take pride in their looks. They put down other people who aren’t as physically fit as they think they have the best methods to help get you into shape. To get the look of these fantastic and legitimate bodybuilders, Hanz and Franz, you will need a Muscle Shirt, Crewneck Sweatshirt, Sweatpants, Lifting Belt, White Gloves, and Black Boots.
Hanz and Franz Cosplay Costumes
Hanz and Franz are meant to poke fun at bodybuilders and workout enthusiasts of the 80s. SNL is all about parodies and spoofs, so it is all in the name of fun. You can’t go wrong with this costume! Look as big and silly as you want. There’s no such thing as too much muscle, primarily when you’re meant to look like the champs Hanz and Franz. People will undoubtedly ask how you got your body in such fantastic shape! You’ll be more than happy to share a few of your secret tips with them, I’m sure.
You can’t have a Hanz without a Franz! Get one of your friends involved and cosplay the best bodybuilding duo ever. If you think you’ve got the look to pump some iron, submit a photo to the Halloween Costume Contest to see, who is the best!
About Hanz and Franz
Hanz and Franz are part of a recurring sketch that appeared on Saturday Night Live called “Pumping Up with Hanz & Franz.” Dana Carvey and Kevin Nealon played the duo whose image was based on Arnold Schwarzenegger. The idea came to Kevin Nealon in 1987 when he was watching an interview with Schwarzenegger in his hotel room. It was first seen on the show during the premiere of the 13th season of SNL and became extremely popular with the fans. Since it’s based on Arnold Schwarzenegger, there are several life-sized cardboard cutouts of him on the set.
The sketches starring Hanz and Franz focus on criticizing others who aren’t fit as themselves which often leads to moments where they pose to show their impressive muscles. They offer various suggestions and tips for cutting fat and gaining muscle. But, this often ends in a bit of a mess.
