Where to watch SNL UK: Stream the new Saturday Night Live series
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Live from London, it's Saturday Night. The iconic sketch series will head overseas with a brand-new cast, but the premiere episode will feature a familiar face. We've rounded up everything you need to know about where to watch SNL UK, including global watch options.
After over 50 years as an NYC staple, Saturday Night Live is spinning off a British version. The new London-set series, which will air eight episodes, is executive produced by Lorne Michaels, the mastermind behind SNL. The new cast features Hammed Animashaun, Ayoade Bamgboye, Larry Dean, Celeste Dring, George Fouracres, Ania Magliano, Annabel Marlow, Al Nash, Jack Shep, Emma Sidi, and Paddy Young.
Like the flagship New York-based series, the UK version of SNL will feature a new host and musical guest each week. SNL mainstay Tina Fey will host the inaugural episode and be joined by rock band Wet Leg. Other scheduled hosts include Jamie Dornan and Riz Ahmed.
Keep reading to learn how to tune into Saturday Night Live UK, whether you're in the UK or the US. The show will air live in the UK on Saturdays and be available the next day in the US.
Where to watch SNL UK in the UK
Saturday Night Live UK will air on Sky One in the UK. The series premieres on Saturday, March 21, at 10 p.m. GMT. Sky prices vary by contract, but you can learn more in our guide to the best Sky deals and plans. There's also an option to stream the show through Now, which offers several low-commitment subscription plans.
Where to watch SNL UK in the US
In the US, SNL UK will share a streaming home with the US version. SNL UK episodes will be available to stream on Peacock the day after they air in the UK, so fans can tune in on Sundays. Peacock subscriptions start at $11 a month for the ad-supported Premium tier, but you can upgrade to ad-free Premium Plus for $17 a month.
How to watch SNL UK from anywhere
Fans traveling away from home can keep up with their usual watch options with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use cybersecurity tools that let people change their virtual locations. This way, their go-to websites and apps work from anywhere. Since the services we've recommended require country-specific payment methods, this option will work best for those who are just traveling abroad at the moment.
NordVPN is one of the best options on the market. It's a user-friendly service with a massive selection of servers and a 30-day money-back guarantee if you find that it's not what you're looking for. You can learn more about the app in our NordVPN review.
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