SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night: All you may want to know

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night is a four-part documentary honoring the legacy of Saturday Night Live. Fans can stream it exclusively on Peacock from Thursday, January 16.

Where to Watch

All four episodes of SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night premiere on Peacock. This series is not available on traditional TV or any other platform. Subscribers can enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes content and insights from the show’s five-decade history.

While SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night streams only on Peacock, there are other SNL-themed events for viewers:


January 27: Ladies & Gentlemen ... 50 Years of SNL Music, a Questlove and Oz Rodriguez-directed documentary, airs on NBC. This film highlights the musical legacy of Saturday Night Live.
February 16: A three-hour Saturday Night Live 50th-anniversary special airs on NBC and Peacock from 8-11 p.m. ET.

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Episodes

Five Minutes: Directed by Robert Alexander, this episode provides an inside look at the SNL audition process. Featuring unseen footage, it details legendary cast members’ experiences during auditions.

Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room: Marshall Curry’s episode uncovers the week-long process of taking a sketch from pitch to live performance.

More Cowbell: Directed by Neil Berkeley, this episode dives into the making of one of SNL’s most famous sketches and reveals how close it came to being cut.

Season 11: The Weird Year: Jason Zeldes examines SNL’s pivotal 11th season, showcasing how it redefined the show’s format under Lorne Michaels.

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Plot

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night includes over 60 contributors, from SNL alumni to writers, who reflect on the show’s rich history.

FAQs

How can I watch SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night?
You can stream it exclusively on Peacock from January 16. It is not available on television or other platforms.

What other SNL-related programs can I watch?
You can watch Ladies & Gentlemen ... 50 Years of SNL Music on January 27 and the 50th-anniversary special on February 16 on NBC and Peacock.