SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

Name: SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2025-01-16
Rating: 8

ENDED1 Season4 Episodes★ 8.0

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night is a documentary series on Peacock that premiered in 2025, ending after 1 season and 4 episodes.

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NetworkPeacock

First AiredJan 16, 2025

Last AiredJan 16, 2025

GenreDocumentary

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited States

ProductionTremolo Productions

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.

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Seasons & Episodes1 season · 4 episodes

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E1Five Minutes

Jan 16, 202566m

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.

E2Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room

Jan 16, 202564m

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.

E3More Cowbell

Jan 16, 202549m

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.

E4Season 11: The Weird Year

Jan 16, 202567m

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.

About SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night is a documentary series on Peacock. The show first aired on Jan 16, 2025 and currently has 1 season and 4 episodes. SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night has ended. It has a rating of 8.0/10 based on 8 votes.