The Blues Brothers is a comedic musical duo created by Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. Originating on Saturday Night Live in 1978, they starred in the 1980 cult-classic film The Blues Brothers, playing Jake and Elwood Blues on a mission to save their orphanage through music. Known for soulful blues, humor, and wild car chases, the act is a pop culture icon celebrating blues and R&B.