The iconic late-night television show, Saturday Night Live (SNL), concluded 2025 with a significant farewell to beloved cast member Bowen Yang. Yang departed the series following the episode hosted by Ariana Grande on December 20, 2025. He joined the show as a writer in 2018, transitioning to a featured player in 2019 and becoming a full cast member in 2021. Yang’s final sketch included a heartfelt performance of “Please Come Home for Christmas” alongside Grande and musical guest Cher.
Looking ahead to 2026, SNL fans are eager to know when the show will return with new episodes. Unfortunately, SNL will not be airing a new episode this week. Instead, NBC will reair the episode featuring Miles Teller as host and musical guest Brandi Carlile, originally broadcast on November 1.
Upcoming Episodes and Viewing Options
SNL is scheduled to return with fresh content on January 17, 2026. The show will welcome Finn Wolfhard, star of the popular series Stranger Things, for his hosting debut, accompanied by musical guest A$AP Rocky. Fans can anticipate a lively start to the year with this exciting lineup.
For those looking to watch SNL live, it is available on NBC, the NBC app, and NBC.com with a valid cable login. Additionally, viewers can access the show through various streaming platforms, including fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, DIRECTV, Peacock, and Sling TV. Many of these services offer free trials for new subscribers, providing an opportunity to experience the show at no initial cost.
Fans of the series can also stream episodes on Peacock, where they can watch both new episodes live and on demand. The episode featuring Finn Wolfhard will be available on Peacock starting January 18, 2026. For those feeling nostalgic, all 51 seasons of SNL are also accessible on the platform.
In contrast, SNL is not available for next-day streaming on Hulu, though viewers can still watch live or on demand via the Hulu + Live TV service. As SNL prepares for its return, audiences will undoubtedly continue to celebrate the legacy of Bowen Yang while looking forward to new comedic moments in the upcoming episodes.
