S01E01 Five Minutes
SNL's secretive audition process revealed through rare footage and candid stories from cast members. Get an inside look at the nerve-wracking tryouts and learn how comedians prepared for their big shot at late-night stardom.
SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
S01E02: Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room
A behind-the-scenes look at the intense week-long journey of creating comedy sketches for a popular live TV show. From initial ideas to final performance, witness the creative process unfold under pressure.
Overview
This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.
Episodes
S01E02 Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room
A behind-the-scenes look at the intense week-long journey of creating comedy sketches for a popular live TV show. From initial ideas to final performance, witness the creative process unfold under pressure.
S01E03 More Cowbell
An in-depth look at the creation of a famous 2000 SNL sketch starring Christopher Walken. An exploration of the roles of cast members Ferrell, Parnell, Fallon, Sanz, and Kattan in bringing this iconic comedy moment...
S01E04 Season 11: The Weird Year
A behind-the-scenes look at Saturday Night Live's tumultuous 1985-86 season, when creator Lorne Michaels returned after a 5-year absence. Despite high expectations, the show faced significant on-screen challenges during this comeback year.
Cast
Lorne Michaels
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Tina Fey
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Amy Poehler
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Will Ferrell
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Tracy Morgan
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Kevin Nealon
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Kenan Thompson
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Joe Piscopo
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Bill Hader
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus
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Heidi Gardner
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Cheri Oteri
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