“Saturday Night Live” Kicks Off the New Year with Original Episodes Beginning January 21

“Saturday Night Live” returns on January 21 with Aubrey Plaza serving as host for the first time. Plaza stars in “Emily the Criminal,” currently streaming on Netflix, and HBO’s “The White Lotus.”

Sam Smith will perform as the musical guest for the third time. The Academy and Grammy Award winner’s new album, “Gloria,” will be released on January 27.

Michael B. Jordan will make his “SNL” hosting debut on January 28. Jordan directs and stars in “Creed III,” in theaters March 3.

Lil Baby will make his first appearance as a musical guest. The Grammy Award winner’s latest album, “It’s Only Me,” debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart.

“SNL” will also air an original episode on February 4 with guests to be announced.

In addition to the broadcast on NBC, “SNL” streams live on Peacock (11:30PM ET/8:30PM PT). Stream every season of “SNL” now on Peacock.

“Saturday Night Live” won the 2022 Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Sketch Series. “SNL” is the most Emmy-nominated show in television history and holds 93 Emmy wins (including awards for its specials and short form series).

“Saturday Night Live” is produced in association with Broadway Video. The creator and executive producer is Lorne Michaels.