Stream Saturday Night Live Season 51 Episodes: Watch Live and Sundays
Season 51 of Saturday Night Live (SNL) premieres on October 4, 2025, with Bad Bunny returning as the host. This marks a unique moment, as he also closed Season 50 as a musical guest. The upcoming season promises to be thrilling, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of SNL’s first episode.
Season 51 Highlights
In a remarkable achievement, SNL will air its 1000th episode when it reaches Season 51, Episode 12. The iconic show has won over 93 Emmy Awards to date, establishing itself as the most-nominated series in Emmy history. This season could also be pivotal as SNL strives for its 100th Emmy win during the 2026 awards season.
Cast and Crew
Season 51 features a diverse cast of 17 members, combining both fresh talent and seasoned veterans. Kenan Thompson is notable for being a part of the show for 22 years. Michael Che and Colin Jost will continue to serve as the longest-running anchors for the “Weekend Update” segment. The repertory players consist of:
- Kenan Thompson
- Mikey Day
- Bowen Yang
- Sarah Sherman
- James Austin Johnson
- Chloe Fineman
- Andrew Dismukes
- Marcello Hernández
Featured players include Ashley Padilla and Jane Wickline, along with new cast members Ben Marshall, Jeremy Culhane, Veronika Slowikowska, Tommy Brennan, and Kam Patterson.
How to Watch SNL Season 51
New episodes of SNL will air live on Saturdays at 11:30 PM ET, 10:30 PM CT, and 8:30 PM PT. The show is broadcast on NBC, which has been its home since inception. Viewers can also stream episodes live on Peacock.
Streaming Details
After airing, each new episode from Season 51 will be available to stream on Peacock the following day. This includes a vast library of sketches from all previous 50 seasons.
Stay tuned for a season filled with laughter, iconic moments, and groundbreaking achievements as SNL continues to captivate audiences on El-Balad.
