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When does the new season of 'SNL' come out? Season 50 premiere date, cast, host, more
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The "Saturday Night Live" Season 50 premiere is fast approaching.
Plenty of cast movements have taken place in the offseason, including several departures and the additions of Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim and Jane Wickli.
Meanwhile, the host lineup for the start of this season includes returning comedians like John Mulaney and Nate Bargatze. Early performers for this season include Chappell Roan, Coldplay and several others.
But when do new episodes of Saturday Night Live come out? Here's what to know as the late-night comedy staple embarks on its landmark 50th season.
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When is the 'SNL' Season 50 premiere date?
The "Saturday Night Live" Season 50 premiere date is Sept. 28.
American actress and comedian Jean Smart, who stars in the American comedy-drama television series "Hacks" is slated to host the season's first show.
The shows musical guest will be Grammy Award-nominated artist Jelly Roll.
The next four dates, hosts and musical guests are:
October 5
Host: Nate Bargatze
Musical guest: Coldplay
October 12
Host: Ariana Grande
Musical guest: Stevie Nicks
October 19
Host: Michael Keaton
Musical guest: Billie Eilish
November 2
Host: John Mulaney
Musical guest: Chappell Roan
Where to watch 'SNL'
"SNL" episodes will be available to watch live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.
Viewers can also stream it on Peacock.
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Who is in the Season 50 'SNL' cast?
Former cast member Maya Rudolph is set to play the role of Vice President Kamala Harris in the lead up to the November presidential election while James Austin Johnson will reprise his role as former President Donald Trump.
Season 50 returning cast members include:
- Michael Che
- Mikey Day
- Andrew Dismukes
- Chloe Fineman
- Heidi Gardner
- Marcello Hernández
- James Austin Johnson
- Colin Jost
- Michael Longfellow
- Ego Nwodim
- Ashley Padilla
- Sarah Sherman
- Kenan Thompson
- Devon Walker
- Emil Wakim
- Jane Wickline
- Bowen Yang
New cast members announced are:
- Ashley Padilla
- Emil Wakim
- Jane Wicklin
Meanwhile, Punkie Johnson, Molly Kearney and Chloe Troast will not return this fall.
Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.
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