Current Broadcast Status
If you tuned in expecting a fresh episode, you’ll find NBC is running a repeat rather than a live Saturday Night Live. The familiar ‘Live from New York’ line has a different feel when the show is airing a rerun.
Revisiting Recent Highlights
While viewers wait for new sketches, SNL has offered several ways to revisit recent highlights. The show’s official YouTube channel posted a 39-minute conversation, moderated by Fred Armisen, that features cast members Bowen Yang, Heidi Gardner, Ego Nwodim, Chloe Fineman, Sarah Sherman, and James Austin Johnson reflecting on SNL’s milestone 50th season.
Deeper Retrospective
For a deeper retrospective, the YouTube series from Saturday Night Network, “Everything You Need To Know About SNL,” provides episode-by-episode breakdowns and full-season overviews that longtime fans will appreciate.
Upcoming Episodes and Season Details
Is there a new episode tonight (August 16)? No. NBC is reairing last season’s episode hosted by Martin Short with musical guest Hozier (Season 50, Episode 10).
When does the new season begin? Season 51 premieres Saturday, October 4 on NBC and ...