Saturday Night Live
A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.
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Overview
A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.
Series Snapshot
- Status
- In production
- Total Seasons
- 51
- Total Episodes
- 1009
- First Air Date
- Oct 11, 1975
- Most Recent Air Date
- May 16, 2026
- Network / Platform
- Crave
- Original Language
- en-US
Themes
Tone & Style
- Lighter moments and character-driven humor shape the pacing.
- Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
- Ongoing release cycle can continue expanding key plot threads.
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Creators & Cast
Main cast:
- Rating
- 69.6
- Seasons
- 51
- Episodes
- 1009
