Saturday Night Live (SNL) has aired 997 episodes as of the start of Season 51 in October 2025, making it one of the longest-running network television programs in U.S. history. The show premiered on October 11, 1975, and continues to air new episodes weekly on NBC and Peacock.
Key Details:
Total Seasons: 51 (as of January 2026)
Season 51 Aired: From October 4, 2025, with episodes released weekly on Saturdays at 11:30 PM ET.
Episode Count by Season: Varies by season, with most seasons featuring 18–22 episodes. For example:
Season 1 (1975–1976): 24 episodes
Season 45 (2019–2020): 18 episodes
Season 50 (2024–2025): 20 episodes
Season 51 (2025–2026): 9 episodes aired as of January 2026, with more scheduled.
Where to Watch:
Live Broadcast: NBC (Saturdays at 11:30 PM ET)
Streaming: Peacock (full archive and new episodes)
YouTube: Official SNL channel features clips, sketches, and monologues (e.g., Ariana Grande’s 2025 monologue)
Other Platforms: Selected episodes available on Hulu and Netflix (varies by region and licensing)
Episode Lists & Archives:
SNL Wiki (Fandom): Episode Guide
SNL Archives (non-official): snlarchives.net — detailed episode data by date and guest
For the most accurate and up-to-date episode schedule, check the official NBC SNL website or Peacock.
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Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)
Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)