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.
Wikipedia
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YouTube
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Saturday Night Live - YouTube
Welcome to the official Saturday Night Live YouTube channel! Here you will find sketches, musical performances, promos, and behind-the-scenes content featuring all your favorite cast members, hosts, and musical guests. All seasons of Saturday Night Live are now available on Peacock!
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Factsheet
Also known as NBC's Saturday Night (1975–1977)
Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)
Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)
Created by Lorne Michaels
Also known as NBC's Saturday Night (1975–1977)
Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)
Saturday Night Live '80 (1980)
Created by Lorne Michaels
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Peacock
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November 17, 2025 - There are currently 51 seasons of Saturday Night Live (SNL), all available to stream on Peacock. New episodes air Saturdays at 11:30/10:30c on NBC and Peacock.
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SNL Archives
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SNL Archives | Episodes
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Wikipedia
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Saturday Night Live - Apple TV
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Wikipedia
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