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SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

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This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.

Synopsis

This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.

Episodes

Seasons & episodes

1 season

Five Minutes

1. Five Minutes

Jan 16, 2025 66 min

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.

Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room

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

Jan 16, 2025 64 min

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.

More Cowbell

3. More Cowbell

Jan 16, 2025 49 min

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.

Season 11: The Weird Year

4. Season 11: The Weird Year

Jan 16, 2025 67 min

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.

Production

The details

Release

2025

Seasons

1 season

Country

United States of America

Studio

Tremolo Productions

Spoken languages: English

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