As of January 11, 2025, Saturday Night Live (SNL) is not airing a new episode. Instead, NBC will rebroadcast a previous episode from November 2, hosted by John Mulaney with musical guest Chappell Roan.
—When Will SNL Return?SNL is set to return with new episodes starting January 18, 2025. Here’s what fans can expect: -January 18, 2025: Comedian Dave Chappelle will host, marking his fourth appearance on the show, with musical guest GloRilla. -January 25, 2025: Actor Timothée Chalamet will take on double duty as both host and musical guest. This marks his first time performing both roles. Special Events for SNL’s 50th AnniversaryAs part of its milestone 50th season, SNL is hosting several special events: -January 16, 2025: A four-part docuseries, *SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,* will premiere on Peacock, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the show’s history. – **January 27, 2025**: NBC will air *Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music,* a documentary celebrating the show’s iconic musical performances. – **February 16, 2025**: A live, three-hour primetime special, *SNL50: The Anniversary Special,* will celebrate five decades of the beloved sketch comedy series. —SNL fans can look forward to an exciting lineup of new episodes and special tributes as the show continues to celebrate its 50th season.