Are you craving your weekly dose of laughter from Studio 8H? You're not alone! Fans are eagerly awaiting the return of Saturday Night Live for its 51st season. But is there a new episode tonight, September 13, 2025?
The answer is no. SNL is currently on its summer hiatus. But don't despair! The wait is almost over.
When Does SNL Season 51 Premiere?
Mark your calendars! Saturday Night Live returns for its Season 51 premiere on Saturday, October 4, 2025, airing at 11:30/10:30c on NBC and streaming on Peacock. Get ready for fresh sketches, hilarious characters, and the return of Weekend Update.
Who's Hosting? Who's Performing?
The host and musical guest for the premiere are yet to be officially announced. But keep an eye on NBC Insider for the latest updates. Rumors are swirling, and speculation is rampant. Could a certain pop superstar be making an appearance? Time will tell!
Cast Changes: Who's In, Who's Out?
Season 51 will see some changes to the cast. While we're excited to welcome new faces Jeremy Culhane, Veronika Slowikowska, Tommy Brennan, Kam Patterson, and Ben Marshall, some familiar faces will be departing. Fan favorites Heidi Gardner and Ego Nwodim are among those leaving the show. Nwodim announced her departure via Instagram, marking the end of her run since joining in 2018. Devon Walker, Emil Wakim, and Michael Longfellow are also departing.
Relive the Laughter: Season 50 Highlights
While we wait for the new season, why not revisit the best of Season 50? From memorable cold opens to side-splitting Weekend Update segments, there's plenty to enjoy. You can even catch a rerun of the episode hosted by Jack Black with musical guests Elton John and Brandi Carlile this Saturday.
And don't forget to cheer on SNL at the 2025 Primetime Emmys! The show racked up an impressive 30 nominations this year, including one for Bowen Yang. Stay tuned for the latest news and get ready for another season of comedic brilliance!