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SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night (2025)

January. 16,2025

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SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

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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SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

2025 / TV-MA

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 1 : 2025

4 Episode

Episode 1 - Five Minutes

January. 16,2025

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.

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Episode 2 - Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room

January. 16,2025

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.

Episode 3 - More Cowbell

January. 16,2025

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.

Episode 4 - Season 11: The Weird Year

January. 16,2025

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.