The 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live (SNL) is a monumental event in television history. Peacock is at the centre of the celebrations. The streaming platform will host a variety of exclusive content, including:
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Live broadcasts
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Documentaries
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Specials
Here’s everything you need to know about when and how to watch SNL 50 on Peacock.
SNL50: The Homecoming Concert
One of the most anticipated events is SNL50: The Homecoming Concert, which took place on February 14, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. This live concert, held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, featured an incredible lineup of performers, including:
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Arcade Fire
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Backstreet Boys
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Bad Bunny
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Lady Gaga
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Miley Cyrus
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Many more
The event was hosted by Jimmy Fallon and produced by Lorne Michaels and Mark Ronson. Although the live stream has concluded, Peacock subscribers can still watch the concert on-demand.
SNL50: The Anniversary Special
The pinnacle of the celebrations is SNL50: The Anniversary Special, which aired live on February 16, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. This three-hour primetime event brought together a star-studded lineup of former cast members, hosts, and musical guests, including:
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Adam Sandler
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Tina Fey
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Eddie Murphy
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Paul McCartney
The special was broadcast live on NBC and Peacock, allowing viewers across the U.S. to tune in simultaneously. For those who missed the live broadcast, the special is available to stream on Peacock.
Red Carpet Event
Preceding the anniversary special was the SNL50 Red Carpet Event, which aired live on February 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. Hosted by Leslie Jones and Willie Geist, with correspondent Matt Rogers, this one-hour coverage featured interviews with celebrities and SNL alumni as they arrived at Studio 8H. This event was also available to stream on Peacock, NBC, and E!
Documentaries and Additional Content
In addition to the live events, Peacock offers a wealth of SNL-related content to celebrate the 50th anniversary. The four-part docuseries SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night premiered on January 16, 2025, and is currently available to stream. This series provides an in-depth look at the show’s history, including behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with cast members and writers.
Another highlight is Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music, a documentary co-directed by Questlove and Oz Rodriguez. Premiering on January 27, 2025, this film explores the show’s musical legacy, featuring interviews with artists like:
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Dave Grohl
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Billie Eilish
It is also available to stream on Peacock.
Re-airing of the First Episode
For fans looking to revisit the origins of SNL, NBC re-aired the very first episode on February 15, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Originally broadcast on October 11, 1975, this episode featured George Carlin as the host, with musical performances by:
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Billy Preston
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Janis Ian
The re-airing is available to stream on Peacock.
How to Access Peacock
To watch these SNL 50 celebrations, a Peacock subscription is required. Peacock offers two subscription plans:
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Peacock Premium: £7.99 per month (with ads)
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Peacock Premium Plus: £13.99 per month (ad-free)
Both plans provide access to the full library of SNL 50 content, including live broadcasts and on-demand specials.
By offering a mix of live events, documentaries, and classic episodes, Peacock ensures that fans can fully immerse themselves in the 50th anniversary celebrations of Saturday Night Live. Whether you’re a longtime viewer or a new fan, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.