Is 'Saturday Night Live' New Tonight? How to Watch the Season 52 Premiere

Rosalind O'Connor / NBC Yes, Saturday Night Live is new tonight! The sketch comedy show returns for its season 52 premiere on Saturday, September 26, at 11:30 p.m. ET. New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson is hosting the show for the first time, while KATSEYE is making their debut as the episode's musical guest. Jalen was named MVP of the 2026 NBA Finals after helping the Knicks win their first championship in 53 years. How can you watch SNL tonight? The premiere airs live on NBC and streams live on Peacock at 11:30 p.m. ET. Viewers planning to stream can find the show on Peacock's Saturday . . .