SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

Synopsis

This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.

First Air Date: 2025-01-16

Last Air Date: 2025-01-16

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 4

Networks: Peacock

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Top Cast

Lorne Michaels as Self
Tina Fey as Self
Amy Poehler as Self
Will Ferrell as Self
Tracy Morgan as Self
Kevin Nealon as Self
Kenan Thompson as Self
Joe Piscopo as Self
Bill Hader as Self
Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Self

Seasons

Miniseries (2025)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Five Minutes (2025-01-16)

SNL's secretive audition process revealed through rare footage and candid stories from cast members. Get an inside look at the nerve-wracking tryouts and learn how comedians prepared for their big shot at late-night stardom.
Ep. 2: Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room (2025-01-16)

A behind-the-scenes look at the intense week-long journey of creating comedy sketches for a popular live TV show. From initial ideas to final performance, witness the creative process unfold under pressure.
Ep. 3: More Cowbell (2025-01-16)

An in-depth look at the creation of a famous 2000 SNL sketch starring Christopher Walken. An exploration of the roles of cast members Ferrell, Parnell, Fallon, Sanz, and Kattan in bringing this iconic comedy moment to life.
Ep. 4: Season 11: The Weird Year (2025-01-16)

A behind-the-scenes look at Saturday Night Live's tumultuous 1985-86 season, when creator Lorne Michaels returned after a 5-year absence. Despite high expectations, the show faced significant on-screen challenges during this comeback year.