Ultimate Guide: How to Watch the ‘SNL’ 50th Anniversary Special Live and Online

“Saturday Night Live” is marking its 50th anniversary with a special event that promises to be unforgettable. The show has gathered a fantastic lineup of stars to celebrate its incredible journey over the decades.

Titled “SNL50: The Anniversary Special,” the show will air this Sunday. Fans can expect to see beloved alumni like Adam Sandler, Eddie Murphy, and Kate McKinnon, among others. Paul McCartney is set to perform, along with other artists like Bad Bunny and Sabrina Carpenter.

This three-hour celebration kicks off live on Sunday at 8 p.m. EDT/5 p.m. PDT on NBC. It will also stream on Peacock. The event takes place at Studio 8H in New York City’s Rockefeller Center, the show’s home since 1975.

YouTube star Amelia Dimoldenberg will host the official red carpet. Fans can catch the live red carpet event on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and YouTube starting at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.

Expect a star-studded lineup of former cast members and guests. Some notable names appearing include Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Maya Rudolph, and Will Ferrell. The list does not end there; famous faces like Martin Short, Kim Kardashian, and Paul Simon are also confirmed to appear.

However, fans will notice that Bill Hader will not be part of the festivities due to a scheduling conflict, as confirmed by his representative.

The musical performances are another highlight of the night. Paul McCartney will lead a roster that includes Miley Cyrus, Brittany Howard, and Lil Wayne. Additionally, a star-studded concert, “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” hosted by former cast member Jimmy Fallon, will stream on Peacock the same night, featuring artists like Arcade Fire and Lady Gaga.

Throughout this anniversary season, “SNL” has released various specials, including a documentary titled “Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music.” Furthermore, a docuseries called “SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night” provides an insightful look behind the scenes with discussions from former cast and crew.