The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it brisk weather and the excitement of finalizing Christmas wish lists—perhaps even dreaming of that iconic Red Ryder BB gun. However, for streaming enthusiasts, this time of year often means sifting through a mountain of reruns. Fortunately for fans of Saturday Night Live, there’s no need to worry about repeats tonight, as the show returns with a brand-new episode!

Kicking off the first of the last three episodes for 2025, the beloved Melissa McCarthy makes her highly anticipated return to Studio 8H. A standout in the Five-Timers Club, McCarthy is set to host alongside musical guest Dijon, promising an episode that is sure to delight audiences.

For those eager to tune in, we have all the details on how to watch tonight’s Saturday Night Live both live and on-demand.

Is Saturday Night Live New Tonight (December 6)?

Indeed, SNL is back on the air tonight! The latest episode, featuring the comedic brilliance of host Melissa McCarthy and the musical talents of Dijon, airs at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

Saturday Night Live December Schedule:

Looking ahead, we already know the exciting lineup of hosts and musical guests for the concluding episodes of 2025:

• Saturday, December 13: Josh O’Connor with musical guest Lily Allen
• Saturday, December 20: Ariana Grande with musical guest Cher

How To Watch Saturday Night Live Online and On TV:

If you have a valid cable login, you can watch SNL live on NBC, the NBC app, or NBC.com.

The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. We recommend DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.

DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Plans start at $49.99/month.

An NBC live stream is also available via Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, or Sling TV. YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV offer free trials for new subscribers.

Is Saturday Night Live Streaming Live on Peacock?

Yes! You can stream new episodes of SNL live or on demand on Peacock. The Melissa McCarthy episode will be available to watch on demand on Peacock beginning Sunday, December 7.

Does Peacock Offer a Free Trial?

You bet. You can add Peacock to your Prime Video account for an additional $16.99/month (Peacock Premium Plus). Amazon offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers.