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Sky Greenlights British Edition of 'Saturday Night Live' for 2026

The UK adaptation of the iconic American sketch comedy show will feature a live format, local comedians, and celebrity hosts, with Lorne Michaels as executive producer.

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Pete Davidson and anchor Colin Jost during "Weekend Update" on "Saturday Night Live" in 2019.
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Overview

  • Sky has officially approved a British version of 'Saturday Night Live,' set to debut in 2026, marking a major international expansion of the show.
  • Lorne Michaels, the creator of the original SNL, will serve as executive producer, with production handled by Broadway Video and Universal Television Alternative Studio's UK team.
  • The UK edition will maintain the live, fast-paced format of the U.S. version, featuring rotating celebrity hosts, musical performances, and a cast of British comedians.
  • This adaptation represents one of the highest-profile international remakes of SNL, following versions in countries like China, Germany, Italy, and South Korea.
  • British audiences, who only gained access to full SNL episodes in 2020, will now experience a fully localized production broadcast live from London.