SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night - Season 1

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night - Season 1

First aired: 1/16/2025 4 episodes
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Episodes

Episode 1

1. Five Minutes

Aired: 1/16/2025

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.

Episode 2

2. Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room

Aired: 1/16/2025

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

3. More Cowbell

Aired: 1/16/2025

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

4. Season 11: The Weird Year

Aired: 1/16/2025

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.