"Live from London, it's Saturday night!"
Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels will bring a British version of the show to Sky next year.
The long-running American sketch comedy show is set to have a spin-off version with a cast of British comedians.
Cecile Frot-Coutaz, chief executive of Sky Studios and chief content officer at Sky, said: “For over 50 years Saturday Night Live has held a unique position in TV and in our collective culture, reflecting and creating the global conversation, all under the masterful comedic guidance of Lorne Michaels.
“The show has discovered and nurtured countless comedy and musical talents over the years and we are thrilled to be partnering with Lorne and the SNL team to bring an all-British version of the show to UK audiences next year – all live from London on Saturday night.”
Get ready to hear “Live from London, it’s Saturday Night!” 🎙️
Sky and @NBC are bringing the legendary late-night comedy showcase Saturday Night Live to the UK and Ireland in 2026! 🎉
Featuring iconic hosts, musical guests, and the funniest British comedians – catch it on…
— Sky Group (@SkyGroup) April 10, 2025
SNL celebrated 50 years on air in February. It launched the careers of comedy stars including Bill Murray, Tina Fey, Eddie Murphy, Kristen Wiig and Will Ferrell, as well as featuring a host of celebrity and political guests over that time.
British comedians will be cast in the UK spin-off, which will be overseen by Lorne Michaels alongside the US version.
Along with his production company Broadway Video, which has made The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and 30 Rock, the show will be led by UK production team Universal Television Alternative Studio.
More details on the show’s UK debut, including it's 2026 launch date, are to be announced.
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