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[03/09/26 - 09:37 AM]
Peacock Lands Exclusive Next-Day Streaming Rights in the US for "Saturday Night Live UK"
Premiering Saturday, March 21 on SKY One and NOW in the UK, the series will stream next day on Peacock in the US, with new episodes available weekly beginning March 22.
[via press release from Peacock]

PEACOCK LANDS EXCLUSIVE NEXT-DAY STREAMING RIGHTS IN THE US FOR "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE UK"

Brand-New Version of Late-Night Comedy Showcase to Debut on March 22

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. - March 9, 2026 - Peacock announced today the acquisition of "Saturday Night Live UK," the British adaptation of the late-night legendary comedy showcase created by Lorne Michaels. Premiering Saturday, March 21 on SKY One and NOW in the UK, the series will stream next day on Peacock in the US, with new episodes available weekly beginning March 22.

"SNL UK" marks the first-ever UK version of the legendary format, bringing the show's signature live, fast-paced energy to British audiences. The series will follow the same beloved structure as the original, introducing a new generation of comedy players in a core cast, alongside a rotating slate of guest hosts and live musical performances.

"'Saturday Night Live' is one of the most influential comedy brands in the world and bringing the UK edition to Peacock is a natural extension of that legacy," said Liz Jenkins, Chief Business Officer, NBCUniversal Entertainment. "As the streaming home of 'SNL,' Peacock is proud to introduce bold new British voices to a global stage."

Inaugural cast members recently announced are Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi and Paddy Young.

NBC's Emmy(R) Award-winning late-night comedy showcase "Saturday Night Live" is currently in its 51st season and also available on Peacock. "SNL" is the most Emmy-winning show in history and has been honored four times with the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award as well as being inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame.

"SNL UK" is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio's UK production team and Broadway Video for Sky and NOW. Lorne Michaels is executive producing, James Longman is Lead Producer, Liz Clare is Director and Daran Jonno Johnson is Head Writer. UTAS UK Productions is overseen by Managing Director Helen Kruger Bratt. Shanna Baynard serves as Executive in Charge of Production; Andy Charles Smith is the Lead Producer for UTAS UK Productions alongside Sam Salter, Production Executive. SNL UK was commissioned by Phil Edgar-Jones, Executive Director of Unscripted Originals and Lisa Clark, Commissioning Executive at Sky, for Cecile Frot-Coutaz, CEO of Sky Studios & Chief Content Officer for Sky.

ABOUT PEACOCK

Peacock is the streaming home of NBCUniversal, one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. Fans can stream thousands of hours of culture-defining entertainment, sports and news, including current seasons of NBC and Bravo series, such as the "Law & Order" and "Real Housewives" franchises; exclusive and critically acclaimed Originals; blockbuster and award-winning recent films from Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, Illumination and Focus Features; America's premier live sports and events, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the NFL, Premier League, the NBA and soon the MLB; live daily news; and an expansive library of beloved films and TV shows, including "The Office" and over 50 years of "Saturday Night Live." Built on powerful technology, Peacock is an engaging entertainment destination with interactive, innovative features that bring NBCUniversal's fan-favorite content to life at home and on the go. Visit PeacockTV.com to learn more.





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