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The Best Episodes of SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night

Every episode of SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night!

Best episode
S1E1 Five Minutes
8.7237 votes
Worst episode
S1E4 Season 11: The Weird Year
8.0166 votes
Top season
Season 1
8.4avg
Binge time
4h 6m
4 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night Season 1 Episode 1 - Five Minutes
    8.7/10(237 votes)

    S1:E1

    SNL's secretive audition process revealed through rare footage and candid stories from cast members. Get an inside look at the nerve-wracking tryouts and learn how comedians prepared for their big shot at late-night stardom.

    Director:Robert Alexander
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night Season 1 Episode 2 - Written By: A Week Inside the SNL Writers Room
    8.7/10(217 votes)

    S1:E2

    A behind-the-scenes look at the intense week-long journey of creating comedy sketches for a popular live TV show. From initial ideas to final performance, witness the creative process unfold under pressure.

    Director:Marshall Curry
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night Season 1 Episode 3 - More Cowbell
    8.1/10(200 votes)

    S1:E3

    An in-depth look at the creation of a famous 2000 SNL sketch starring Christopher Walken. An exploration of the roles of cast members Ferrell, Parnell, Fallon, Sanz, and Kattan in bringing this iconic comedy moment to life.

    Director:Neil Berkeley
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night Season 1 Episode 4 - Season 11: The Weird Year
    8.0/10(166 votes)

    S1:E4

    A behind-the-scenes look at Saturday Night Live's tumultuous 1985-86 season, when creator Lorne Michaels returned after a 5-year absence. Despite high expectations, the show faced significant on-screen challenges during this comeback year.

    Director:Jason Zeldes
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Five Minutes" is the best rated episode of SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night. It scored 8.7/10 from 237 votes. Directed by Robert Alexander and written by Unknown, it aired on January 16, 2025.

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