Saturday Night Live

TV-14 1975 Comedy, News · 52 seasons

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A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.

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About Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live is a late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show. Conceived by Lorne Michaels, the show features comedy sketches that parody contemporary culture and politics, performed by a talented and ever-evolving cast of repertory players and fresh faces. Each episode is graced by a celebrity guest host, who typically delivers an opening monologue and participates in sketches alongside the cast. The show also showcases musical performances by guest artists, making it a complete entertainment package.

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Cast and Characters

Created by Dick Ebersol and Lorne Michaels, Saturday Night Live boasts a remarkable ensemble cast that has evolved over the years. While the 1975 cast is distinct, modern featured players include Michael Che, known for his Weekend Update anchor role; Mikey Day, a versatile performer in numerous sketches; Andrew Dismukes, adding fresh perspectives to the comedic mix; Chloe Fineman, celebrated for her celebrity impressions; Heidi Gardner, a strong comedic presence; and James Austin Johnson, another master of impressions and character work.

What people like about Saturday Night Live

Audiences and critics alike have lauded Saturday Night Live for its fearless satire, its ability to capture the zeitgeist, and its creation of iconic characters. The live format adds an element of excitement and unpredictability that viewers find incredibly engaging. Many appreciate the show's willingness to push boundaries and tackle controversial topics, making it a vital voice in American culture. The consistently strong writing and the talented cast are also frequently cited as key factors in the show's enduring success. Overall, people love Saturday Night Live for its humor, its relevance, and its ability to entertain and provoke thought simultaneously.

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TV Show Score

69%

Released

October 11, 1975

Creator

Dick Ebersol, Lorne Michaels

Cast

Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Heidi Gardner, James Austin Johnson

Genre

Comedy, News

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Yes, DIRECTV carries Saturday Night Live on NBC as part of the DIRECTV MyNews package for $39.99 / month, after a 5-Day Free Trial.

DIRECTV has 14 channels as part of their plan, including A&E, AMC, BET, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CNN, Comedy Central, Discovery, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, E!, ESPN, Food Network, Fox News, Freeform, FX, FXX, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, The History Channel, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, MS NOW, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, SYFY, TBS, TLC, TNT, Travel Channel, truTV, USA Network, VH1, and WE tv.

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Hulu Live TV has 70 channels as part of their plan, including A&E, BET, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CNN, Comedy Central, Discovery, Disney Channel, Disney Junior, E!, ESPN, Food Network, Fox News, Freeform, FX, FXX, HGTV, The History Channel, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, MS NOW, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, SYFY, TBS, TLC, TNT, Travel Channel, truTV, USA Network, and VH1.

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Every Hulu Live TV subscriber can record Saturday Night Live to their Unlimited Cloud DVR, while 2 users can stream at the same time. For $9.99/month, you can upgrade to use on unlimited devices at home and three on-the-road.

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Philo does not offer NBC, which means you can’t stream Saturday Night Live with the streaming service.

While they don’t offer NBC, they do have 60 channels as part of their plan, including A&E, AMC, BET, Comedy Central, Discovery, Food Network, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, The History Channel, Investigation Discovery, Lifetime, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, TLC, Travel Channel, VH1, and WE tv. Philo costs $25+ / month, after a 7-Day Free Trial.

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