The highly anticipated 50th season of Saturday Night Live is set to premiere tonight, September 28, 2024, and fans are eagerly awaiting the return of the beloved comedy show. After a summer hiatus, the cast and crew are back in 30 Rock's Studio 8H, ready to make hilarious history once again.
Host and Musical Guest for the Season Premiere
The season premiere will be hosted by the talented Jean Smart, known for her outstanding performance in the comedy series Hacks. Smart, who has just won her sixth Emmy, will be hosting Saturday Night Live for the first time. Joining her as the musical guest is singer Jelly Roll, who is set to release his new album, Beautifully Broken, on October 1.
Jelly Roll expressed his excitement about his SNL debut on Instagram, saying, 'BRB going to cry for a few hours and call every family member I have. Bringing therapeutic music to my favorite show ever. God is Good.'
How to Watch
The Season 50 premiere of Saturday Night Live will air on September 28 at 11:30/10:30c on NBC. For those who miss the live broadcast, the episode will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.
In addition to the premiere, fans can look forward to new talent on the SNL stage this fall, including three new Featured Players: Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim, and Jane Wickline.
What to Expect This Season
The upcoming season promises to be filled with exciting moments, as the cast and crew return with fresh energy and new ideas. The summer hasn't been a total drought for SNL lovers, with cast members appearing at the 2024 Paris Olympics and the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards, and others performing in their own live comedy shows.
'Weekend Update' co-anchors Michael Che and Colin Jost even hosted their own live comedy special on Peacock, keeping the SNL spirit alive during the break.
Streaming Old Episodes
For fans who want to catch up on past episodes or relive some of the show's most memorable moments, all 49 seasons of Saturday Night Live are available to stream on Peacock.
