SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
Miniseries
Episodes
1. Five Minutes
SNL's secretive audition process revealed through rare footage and candid stories from cast members. Get an inside look at the nerve-wracking tryouts and learn how comedians prepared for their big shot at late-night stardom.
Guest Stars:
Tracy Morgan, Joe Piscopo, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Amy Poehler, Bobby Moynihan
2. Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room
A behind-the-scenes look at the intense week-long journey of creating comedy sketches for a popular live TV show. From initial ideas to final performance, witness the creative process unfold under pressure.
Guest Stars:
Paula Pell, Al Franken, Sarah Silverman, Bob Odenkirk, Steve Higgins
3. More Cowbell
An in-depth look at the creation of a famous 2000 SNL sketch starring Christopher Walken. An exploration of the roles of cast members Ferrell, Parnell, Fallon, Sanz, and Kattan in bringing this iconic comedy moment to life.
Guest Stars:
Fred Armisen, Lorne Michaels, Will Ferrell, Jimmy Fallon, Chris Parnell
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.
Guest Stars:
Al Franken, Lorne Michaels, Jim Downey, Robert Smigel, Kevin Nealon