Although there’s still a couple of months to go before Saturday Night Live kicks off its new season, the legendary show is already stirring conversation. This buzz is thanks to the recent news of Chloe Fineman, the master mimic, departing after enriching the series for seven vibrant seasons.
According to Page Six, Fineman’s decision to leave the esteemed NBC show came just hours after she was offered a significant part in David E. Kelley’s upcoming Netflix drama, Myron Bolitar. As of now, there are no updates on other cast changes, although rumors suggest we might see more departures and fresh faces as August rolls towards the end.
As Season 51 of SNL wraps up, moments from the season continue to resonate. Jeremy Culhane’s riveting Tucker Carlson impersonation is unforgettable, as is Ashley Padilla’s breakthrough season. Veronika Slowikowska marked her first season with promise, and Jane Wickline shone notably in sketches like “Play Date” and “Winter Olympics Promo.” So, when does Saturday Night Live return? Let’s dive into what we know.
Is SNL New Tonight (July 25)?
Unfortunately, Saturday Night Live won’t be airing a new episode tonight. Instead, fans will have to settle for a rerun.
Is Saturday Night Live Season 51 Over?
The season finale, a memorable episode hosted by Will Ferrell, graced our screens on Saturday, May 16, on NBC.
When Does Saturday Night Live Return With New Episodes in 2026?
An official release date has yet to be announced, but new seasons of Saturday Night Live tend to premiere on the last Saturday of September or the first Saturday of October. Season 52 of SNL should debut in late September or early October of 2026.
How To Watch Saturday Night Live Online:
Previous seasons of SNL are currently streaming on Peacock. You can also find an abundance of Saturday Night Live-related content on the show’s official YouTube page.
Peacock currently offers two subscription types: Premium with ads and Premium Plus ad-free. Peacock Premium costs $10.99/month, while Premium Plus costs $16.99/month.
You can save a bit by subscribing to one of Peacock’s annual plans, which give you 12 months for the price of 10. These cost either $109.99 with ads or $169.99 without ads.
Peacock Premium Plus is also available to subscribe to via Prime Video with a seven-day free trial that you can’t get by subscribing directly on Peacock.
Saturday Night Live returns with new episodes this fall on NBC and Peacock.