Get ready, comedy fans—Saturday Night Live is pulling out all the stops for its monumental 50th anniversary special, and it’s shaping up to be the ultimate celebration of laughter, nostalgia, and iconic moments. On February 16, Studio 8H will transform into a comedy time machine as an all-star lineup of SNL legends reunites for a three-hour broadcast event that promises to be unforgettable.
The list of returning cast members reads like a who’s who of comedy royalty: Adam Sandler, Chevy Chase, Eddie Murphy, Kristen Wiig, and Will Ferrell are just the tip of the iceberg. They’ll be joined by fan favorites like Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Chris Rock, Kate McKinnon, Kenan Thompson, Maya Rudolph, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, and more. While the specifics of their appearances are still under wraps, one thing’s for sure—this is going to be a comedy lover’s dream come true.
But that’s not all. The star power doesn’t stop at the SNL alumni. The special will also feature an incredible roster of celebrity guests, including Adam Driver, Bad Bunny, Dave Chappelle, John Mulaney, Kim Kardashian, Martin Short, Miley Cyrus, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Pedro Pascal, Robert De Niro, Scarlett Johansson, Steve Martin, Tom Hanks, and Woody Harrelson. With this many legends in one room, the laughs (and surprises) are guaranteed to be nonstop.
And the celebrations don’t end there. Two nights before the big broadcast, Peacock will livestream “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” a star-studded event at Radio City Music Hall hosted by Jimmy Fallon. The concert will feature electrifying performances by Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Miley Cyrus, Bad Bunny, Post Malone, and more, making it the perfect prelude to the main event.
The 50th anniversary festivities have been building for months. Earlier this year, NBC released “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night,” a four-part docuseries from acclaimed filmmaker Morgan Neville, followed by “Ladies & Gentlemen … 50 Years of SNL Music,” a documentary special from Questlove and Oz Rodriguez. Fans also flocked to Rockefeller Center for “Live From New York: The SNL50 Experience,” an immersive exhibit that let visitors step into the shoes of their favorite SNL cast members and feel like they were hosting the show themselves.
Created and executive produced by the legendary Lorne Michaels, Saturday Night Live has been a cultural touchstone for five decades, shaping comedy, launching careers, and giving us some of the most memorable moments in television history. This 50th anniversary special isn’t just a celebration of the show—it’s a celebration of the laughter, the memories, and the enduring legacy of SNL.
Mark your calendars for February 16 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, and get ready for a night of comedy, music, and surprises that will go down in history. Don’t miss it—this is SNL like you’ve never seen it before.
Watch the teaser for SNL 50 here:
