SNL Takes a Break Amid 50th Anniversary Festivities
While the excitement builds for Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary celebrations, fans will have to wait another week for a new episode. This Saturday, January 11, 2025, NBC will re-air the November 2, 2024 episode hosted by John Mulaney with musical guest Chappell Roan.
Mulaney’s Sixth Time Hosting Delivers Laughs and Emotion
The November 2nd episode marked Mulaney’s sixth time hosting SNL. His opening monologue, centered on fatherhood and aging, resonated with audiences. The episode also featured a new installment of Mulaney’s beloved “New York musical” series, this time set in a Port Authority Duane Reade, and a surprisingly poignant pre-recorded sketch about Beppo, a monkey astronaut.
Musical guest Chappell Roan delivered captivating performances of her hit “Pink Pony Club” and a debut performance of her new country-tinged track “The Giver.”
SNL50 Celebrations Ramp Up
The break comes amidst a flurry of activity surrounding SNL’s 50th anniversary. Fans have been enjoying “50 Seasons in 50 Days,” an online rollout of classic sketches representing each era of the show, accompanied by behind-the-scenes insights on NBC Insider.
Several highly anticipated specials and documentaries are also on the horizon:
- SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night, a four-part docuseries offering an all-access look at the making of the iconic show, premieres January 16 on Peacock.
- Ladies & Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music, a documentary co-directed by Questlove and Oz Rodriguez exploring the show’s musical legacy, premieres January 27 on NBC and streams the next day on Peacock.
- The grand finale, SNL50: The Anniversary Special, a three-hour primetime event, airs live on February 16 on NBC and Peacock.
Dave Chappelle and GloRilla Return to Studio 8H
SNL returns with a new episode on January 18, 2025. Dave Chappelle will be back for his fourth hosting stint, joined by musical guest GloRilla. This promises to be a must-see episode as Chappelle is known for his thought-provoking and often controversial comedy, while GloRilla brings her high-energy Memphis rap to the stage.
Where to Watch
Stream all 50 seasons of Saturday Night Live on Peacock. New episodes air Saturdays at 11:30/10:30c on NBC and are available to stream the next day on Peacock.
Frequently Asked Questions about This Week’s SNL
Is there a new episode of SNL this Saturday, January 11th?
No, there is not a new episode of Saturday Night Live airing on January 11, 2025. NBC will be re-airing the John Mulaney/Chappell Roan episode from November 2, 2024.
Who is hosting SNL on January 18th?
Dave Chappelle will host SNL on January 18, 2025, with musical guest GloRilla.
When is the SNL 50th Anniversary Special?
The SNL50: The Anniversary Special will air live on February 16, 2025, on NBC and Peacock.
Where can I watch past seasons of SNL?
You can stream all 50 seasons of Saturday Night Live on Peacock.
Get Ready for More SNL50 Fun
While this week offers a chance to revisit a great episode, the anticipation for new SNL content and the upcoming 50th-anniversary celebrations continues to build. With documentaries, specials, and new episodes just around the corner, there’s plenty for SNL fans to look forward to in the coming weeks.
Don’t Miss Out on the SNL Action
- Tune in to NBC this Saturday, January 11th, to rewatch the John Mulaney/Chappell Roan episode.
- Mark your calendars for the return of SNL with Dave Chappelle and GloRilla on January 18th.
- Check out Peacock for all 50 seasons of SNL and upcoming anniversary specials.