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Saturday Night Live UK Debuts Live in London With Tina Fey Hosting

Producers pledge a distinctly British tone under Lorne Michaels’ oversight.

Overview

  • The UK edition launched live at 10 p.m. GMT on Sky One and NOW with a 75-minute runtime, with episodes available in the U.S. on Peacock the next day.
  • Tina Fey led the premiere as host with Wet Leg as musical guest, starting an eight-week run after Sky expanded the initial six-episode order.
  • Early viewer reaction focused on the loudness and mixing of audience laughter, though the show is performed before a live studio audience.
  • An all-new 11-member British cast debuted as producers stressed a homegrown sensibility, with James Longman leading the London production.
  • Jamie Dornan with Wolf Alice and Riz Ahmed with Kasabian are confirmed for the next two episodes.