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Everything you need to know about Saturday Night Live UK

In America, Saturday Night Live has been a television institution for the past 50 years – and now it’s being given a makeover for its first foray over the Atlantic to the UK.

Each Saturday night, a celebrity host will take to the stage in London to present a string of satirical sketches alongside the SNL team of stand-up comedians and improv comics.

Through the sketches, the team tackle the latest political and pop culture news through a skewed, hilarious lens.

Alongside each celebrity guest host will be a chart-topping star who will perform throughout the night as well.

SNL creator Lorne Michaels is set to executive produce Saturday Night Live UK, in addition to continuing to executive produce SNL on NBC in the US.

SNL UK will be produced by Broadway Video and Universal Television Alternative Studio’s UK production team.

Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of Sky Studios and Chief Content Officer at Sky, said of the new project: “For over 50 years Saturday Night Live has held a unique position in TV and in our collective culture, reflecting and creating the global conversation all under the masterful comedic guidance of Lorne Michaels.

“The show has discovered and nurtured countless comedy and musical talents over the years and we are thrilled to be partnering with Lorne and the SNL team to bring an all-British version of the show to UK audiences next year – all live from London on Saturday night!”

When will Saturday Night Live UK be released?

Saturday Night Live UK has been confirmed for release in 2026.

Check back in here and we will update when there are more specific dates.

Who will star in Saturday Night Live UK and where have we seen them before?

The comedy team and cast for SNL UK is yet to be announced – but we will let you know as soon as they do!

However, in the US it has become known for being a launchpad for up-and-coming comedians and writers, who have gone on to become major stars in their own right.

This has included over the years:

  • Will Ferrell

  • Eddie Murphy

  • Seth Meyers

  • Jimmy Fallon

  • Tina Fey

  • Amy Poehler

  • Kristen Wiig

  • Jason Sudeikis

  • Andy Samberg

  • Maya Rudolph

  • Kenan Thompson

  • Kate McKinnon

  • Pete Davidson

  • Mike Myers

So expect some new faces and comedic forces ready to join the team!

What is the age rating of Saturday Night Live UK?

Saturday Night Live UK has yet to be given an official rating as it has not yet aired.

However, it’s expected that it may differ slightly from the US version and their airing rules – for example, the UK allows swearing after the 9pm watershed, while the US version does not allow swearing at any time on network television.

As a result there is scope for the show to expand beyond what is allowed on their US counterpart, which is rated 15 in the UK.

We will provide more information when it becomes available.

How to watch Saturday Night Live UK

Sky will be the official UK home of the Saturday Night Live UK.

You will not be able to watch either show anywhere else in the UK.

On top of that, you can also watch season 50 of the main Saturday Night Live right now on Sky Comedy and NOW.

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