7.4
Where can I stream Saturday Live legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Saturday Live in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Saturday Live
1986·Show
Saturday Live fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Catharsis5
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Satire & Parody8
- Physical Comedy7
World
Show business, pop culture, and history
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout dialogue and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Saturday Live is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumShow business, pop culture, and history
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around show business, pop culture, and history. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue and performances
The dialogue and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every show. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Saturday Live was a British television comedy and music show broadcast by Channel 4 from 1985 to 1987, and in 1988 as Friday Night Live. Influenced by the American show Saturday Night Live, it was produced by Paul Jackson.
The series made stars of Ben Elton, Harry Enfield, Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie, and featured appearances by Patrick Marber, Morwenna Banks, Chris Barrie, Emo Philips, Craig Ferguson, Craig Charles and many others. The show featured comic duo Adrian Edmondson and Rik Mayall in their act The Dangerous Brothers.
All episodes were transmitted live, although some material was pre-recorded. Recordings of shows were edited into compilation repeats, retitled Saturday Almost Live.
The show was succeeded by Friday Night Live, a shorter and slightly more tightly-formatted show with Elton as the permanent host, which ran for a single series in 1988. The show's titles consisted of reforming clay animations, highly comparable to early MTV idents.
British Sketch ComedyLive PerformanceAlternative ComedyStand-Up ShowcaseCult ClassicIconic PerformersSatirical HumorEnergetic & UnpredictablePop Culture Phenomenon80s Television
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Titles like Saturday Live
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Saturday Live
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Saturday Live
Saturday Live1986 · Show
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013)Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)Chappelle's Show (2003)Monty Python Live at the Hollywood Bowl (1982)Late Night with Conan O'Brien (1993)History of the World: Part I (1981)Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016)Bowfinger (1999)Absolutely Fabulous (1992)Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie (2026)The Producers (1968)Mr. Show with Bob and David (1995)24 Hour Party People (2002)Late Show with David Letterman (1993)The Critic (1994)Used Cars (1980)Some Like It Hot (1959)Hail, Caesar! (2016)A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966)Zoolander (2001)Horse Feathers (1932)A Hard Day's Night (1964)Cannibal! The Musical (1996)A Bit of Fry & Laurie (1989)The Kids in the Hall (1989)The Young Ones (1982)Wonder Man (2026)A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018)Between Two Ferns: The Movie (2019)Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back (2001)RuPaul's Drag Race (2009)Eddie Murphy Raw (1987)Animal House (1978)The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026)Key & Peele (2012)Waiting for Guffman (1997)This Is Spinal Tap (1984)RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars (2012)Life of Brian (1979)The God of Cookery (1996)Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (2019)Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)Paris When It Sizzles (1964)Saturday Night (2024)Animaniacs (1993)Leningrad Cowboys Go America (1989)State and Main (2000)The Boat That Rocked (2009)Life's Too Short (2011)Pinky and the Brain (1995)Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (2025)MADtv (1995)The Studio (2025)Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022)I'm Alan Partridge (1997)This Is the End (2013)Toast of London (2013)The Colbert Report (2005)Saturday Night Live (1975)Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 (2012)UHF (1989)The Party (1968)Reboot (2022)Monty Python's Flying Circus (1969)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Saturday Live
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Saturday Live worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Saturday Live rated?
Strong languageSexual content
Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How many seasons does Saturday Live have?
3 seasons
It has 3 seasons with 30 episodes.
When did Saturday Live air?
S1S2S3
It ran from 1986 to 1988 and has ended.
What language is Saturday Live in?
English
It was made in English.