Saturday Night Live

1975·Show

·1018Episodes in52Seasons·TV-14·

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Very funny, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Fast Pace8
Spectacle5
Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic

Nostalgia8
Hopefulness4
Wholesome3

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

Satire & Parody10
Situational Comedy9
Absurdist Humor8

World

Show business, pop culture, and politics

Rewatchability7
Dialogue Centrality6
Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Acting7
Dialogue Quality7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Music Composition5
Music Centrality5

Energy

Medium

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Saturday Night Live is fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.

Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare0Frightening moments and scares.

Heart

None

Nostalgic

Emotionally, it's nostalgic.

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All heart traits

Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.

Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Humor

Very high

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

Expect plenty of satire and situational comedy.

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All humor traits

Satire & Parody10Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.

Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.

Related traits

Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.

Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.

World

Low

Show business, pop culture, and politics

Its world is built around show business, pop culture, and politics.

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All world traits

Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

World Immersion3Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Showbiz10Entertainment industry and performance.
Pop Culture10References and cultural commentary.
Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.

Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.

Craft

Low

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

All craft traits

Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.

Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
Narrative Structure2Story architecture and form.
Intrigue2Curiosity and investigative pull.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.

Related traits

Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.

Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Live from New York, it's Saturday Night!

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.

Sketch Comedy InstitutionPolitical SatirePop Culture MirrorEnsemble Cast LegacyLate-Night VarietyAbsurdist HumorCelebrity ParodyCultural ZeitgeistNostalgic ComfortSharp Social Commentary

Actors

Michael Che

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Marcello Hernández

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James Austin Johnson

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Ashley Padilla

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Sarah Sherman

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Kenan Thompson

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Chloe Fineman

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Mary Gross

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Jane Wickline

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Saidah Belo-Osagie

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Tommy Brennan

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Jeremy Culhane

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Kam Patterson

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Grace Reiter

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Veronika Slowikowska

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Heidi Gardner

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Joe Piscopo

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Ego Nwodim

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Molly Kearney

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Michael Longfellow

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Chloe Troast

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Devon Walker

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Sasheer Zamata

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Crew

Directed by:

Dave Wilson, Beth McCarthy-Miller, James Signorelli

Written by:

Lorne Michaels, Jim Downey, Robert Smigel

Produced by:

Lorne Michaels, Steve Higgins, Erik Kenward

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Saturday Night Live

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Saturday Night Live legally?

NBC

Saturday Night Live is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Peacock, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on NBC and Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Saturday Night Live worth watching?

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Saturday Night Live rated?

TV-14Strong languageSexual contentDrug use

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and drug use.

How many seasons does Saturday Night Live have?

52 seasons

It has 52 seasons with 1018 episodes and is still in production.

When did Saturday Night Live air?

S1 S5 S10 S15 S20 S25 S30 S35 S40 S45 S50

It started in 1975 and is still in production.

What language is Saturday Night Live in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Saturday Night Live?

+27

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Saturday Night Live in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Saturday Night Live use?

Loony FanAscended MemeAll Myths Are TruePorn NamesDissimileStaging an InterventionWriting Around TrademarksHypothetical Fight DebateOoh, Me Accent's SlippingAdam WestingRambling Old Man MonologueSickeningly Sweetheartsand 549 more

TV Tropes lists 561 storytelling tropes for Saturday Night Live, including Loony Fan, Ascended Meme, All Myths Are True.

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📼Nostalgia

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Questions about Saturday Night Live

Where can I stream Saturday Night Live legally?

Is Saturday Night Live worth watching?

What is Saturday Night Live rated?

How many seasons does Saturday Night Live have?

When did Saturday Night Live air?

What language is Saturday Night Live in?

In how many countries can I watch Saturday Night Live?

What tropes does Saturday Night Live use?

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Satire & Parody

Pop Culture

Showbiz

Politics

Social Commentary

Nostalgia

Absurdist Humor