SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night - Season 1 - Eps 4: 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.
About SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
Title: SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
First Air Date: 2025-01-16
Last Air Date: 2025-01-16
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.3/10 (from 3 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 4
Network: Peacock
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Tremolo Productions
Synopsis
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.
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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