Hey Saturday Night Live devotees ready for your weekly dose of comedy? If you are expecting a brand new episode of SNL tonight Saturday March 15 2025 you might be a tad disappointed. Unfortunately there won't be a fresh episode hitting your screens this week. But don't worry it's not all bad news! Let's break down why there is no new show tonight and what you can watch instead to get your SNL fix.
No Fresh Laughs Tonight: Why Saturday Night Live is Re-Airing a Classic Episode Instead
So why no new SNL tonight? Well it is just one of those weeks where NBC is taking a break from live shows. Sometimes even the kings and queens of comedy need a little breather! Instead of a brand new episode NBC is re-airing a past gem to keep us entertained. Tonight you can catch the repeat broadcast of the December 14 2024 episode which was hosted by none other than comedy legend Chris Rock.
This Chris Rock episode from December was a real highlight of Season 50. Just before the holiday season Rock came out swinging with a monologue that didn't hold back. He took on everything from P-Diddy to Donald Trump and even Luigi Mangione all with his signature fiery and hilarious style. Fans absolutely loved his take on 2024 with one commenting that he summarized the whole year in just seven consistently funny minutes. If you missed it the first time or just want to relive the laughs tonight is your chance!
Looking Back at Recent SNL Episodes: Lady Gaga Shane Gillis and a Milestone 50th Anniversary Special
Even though there is no new episode tonight SNL has been on a roll lately with Season 50. Just last week we saw Lady Gaga pull double duty as both host and musical guest and she totally crushed it. Gaga showed off her amazing stage presence and comedic timing proving she is a true entertainer in every sense. Before Gaga Shane Gillis hosted and even made fun of himself during his episode. And who could forget the massive three-hour 50th-anniversary special back in February? That was a star-studded event with iconic cast members musical performances and tons of memorable moments from SNL history. Stars like Martin Short Sabrina Carpenter Pedro Pascal Scarlett Johansson and Tom Hanks all showed up to celebrate 50 years of laughter.
When Will Saturday Night Live Return with New Episodes? Predicting the Next Live Show
So when can we expect brand new episodes of SNL to grace our Saturday nights again? NBC hasn't officially announced a return date yet but if we look at past seasons we can make some educated guesses. Last season SNL aired back-to-back new episodes in early March and then took a break before returning later in the month. Given that pattern and the schedule this year the best guess is that Saturday Night Live will likely return with a new live episode either on Saturday March 29th or Saturday April 5th of 2025. Keep your eyes peeled for official announcements from NBC but mark those dates on your calendar just in case!
Season 50 Highlights: A Look Back at SNL Hosts and Musical Guests So Far
Season 50 of Saturday Night Live has already delivered a fantastic lineup of hosts and musical guests. In case you missed any here is a quick recap of who has graced the stage at Studio 8H so far this season:
- Jean Smart with musical guest Jelly Roll (Season 50 Premiere)
- Nate Bargatze with musical guest Coldplay
- Ariana Grande with musical guest Stevie Nicks
- Michael Keaton with musical guest Billie Eilish
- John Mulaney with musical guest Chappell Roan
- Bill Burr with musical guest Mk.gee
- Charli XCX (Host and Musical Guest)
- Paul Mescal with musical guest Shaboozey
- Chris Rock with musical guest Gracie Abrams
- Martin Short with musical guest Hozier
- Dave Chappelle with musical guest GloRilla
- Timothée Chalamet (Host and Musical Guest)
- Shane Gillis with musical guest Tate McRae
- Lady Gaga (Host and Musical Guest)
That's quite a list right? From seasoned comedians to pop superstars SNL Season 50 has offered something for everyone. And with Weekend Update anchors Colin Jost and Michael Che still delivering the laughs alongside cast members like Mikey Day Heidi Gardner and Kenan Thompson the show remains a comedic powerhouse.
Where to Get Your SNL Fix Tonight and Beyond
Even though there is no new episode airing tonight you can still get your SNL fix! Tune in to NBC at 11:30 PM ET to watch the re-airing of the Chris Rock hosted episode. If you prefer to stream you can catch SNL episodes live on Peacock or through services like Sling TV fuboTV Hulu + Live TV DirecTV Stream or YouTube TV all of which offer NBC live streams. And remember new episodes are also available to stream on Peacock the day after they air so you can always catch up on anything you might have missed. Keep laughing and stay tuned for the return of brand new SNL episodes soon!