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snl uk where to watch

You can watch SNL UK in the UK on Sky and NOW, and catch clips of the US SNL on YouTube and Sky Comedy.

Where to watch SNL UK in the UK

Main options:

  • Sky One / Sky Comedy (linear TV) – SNL UK is broadcast live from London on Saturday nights on Sky (marketed as a Sky Exclusive).
  • NOW (Entertainment Membership) – If you don’t have a Sky satellite/Glass/Stream subscription, you can stream Saturday Night Live UK live and on-demand with a NOW Entertainment Membership on smart TVs, laptops, tablets, and phones.
  • Episodes are part of a 1‑season, 6‑episode run (so far), airing weekly on Saturday nights.

In short: in the UK, think Sky if you have pay TV, NOW if you’re streaming.

What about the original US SNL in the UK?

This is separate from SNL UK , but lots of people search the same phrase when they really mean the US show.

  • Sky Comedy (Sunday nights) – The original Saturday Night Live has aired in the UK on Sky Comedy on Sunday evenings at 9 p.m., one day after the US broadcast.
  • YouTube clips – Many users on forums note that sketches and segments go up on the official SNL YouTube channel, which is often the easiest free way to watch highlights from the US show in the UK.

Example: a fan asking “where can I watch SNL in the UK?” was told “It’s on Sky Comedy Sunday nights at 9pm” and “SNL posts each bit/segment from the show on YouTube.”

Quick FAQ

  1. Is SNL UK on free-to-air TV?
    • No, it’s on Sky and streaming via NOW, which are pay services.
  1. Can I stream SNL UK without a Sky dish?
    • Yes, you just need a NOW Entertainment Membership and a compatible device.
  1. Is there on-demand catch-up for SNL UK?
    • Yes, new episodes are available to stream on demand on NOW after they air live.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.