When does the new season of 'SNL' come out? Season 50 premiere date, cast, host, more

Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY
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The "Saturday Night Live" Season 50 premiere is fast approaching.

Plenty of cast movements have taken place in the offseason, including several departures and the additions of Ashley Padilla, Emil Wakim and Jane Wickli.

Meanwhile, the host lineup for the start of this season includes returning comedians like John Mulaney and Nate Bargatze. Early performers for this season include Chappell Roan, Coldplay and several others.

But when do new episodes of Saturday Night Live come out? Here's what to know as the late-night comedy staple embarks on its landmark 50th season.

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Lorne Michaels along with the cast and crew of the NBC program “Saturday Night Live” accept the award for outstanding variety sketch series during the 74th Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 12, 2022.
Lorne Michaels along with the cast and crew of the NBC program “Saturday Night Live” accept the award for outstanding variety sketch series during the 74th Emmy Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 12, 2022.

When is the 'SNL' Season 50 premiere date?

The "Saturday Night Live" Season 50 premiere date is Sept. 28.

American actress and comedian Jean Smart, who stars in the American comedy-drama television series "Hacks" is slated to host the season's first show.

The shows musical guest will be Grammy Award-nominated artist Jelly Roll.

Jean Smart accepts the award for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her role in "Hacks" at the 76th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 in Los Angeles.
Jean Smart accepts the award for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for her role in "Hacks" at the 76th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 in Los Angeles.
Jelly Roll sings during the In Memoriam segment at the 76th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 in Los Angeles.
Jelly Roll sings during the In Memoriam segment at the 76th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024 in Los Angeles.

The next four dates, hosts and musical guests are:

October 5

Host: Nate Bargatze

Musical guest: Coldplay

October 12

Host: Ariana Grande

Musical guest: Stevie Nicks

October 19

Host:  Michael Keaton

Musical guest: Billie Eilish

Michael Keaton attends the UK Premiere of "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" at Cineworld Leicester Square on August 29, 2024 in London, England.
Michael Keaton attends the UK Premiere of "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" at Cineworld Leicester Square on August 29, 2024 in London, England.

November 2

Host: John Mulaney

Musical guest: Chappell Roan

John Mulaney and Olivia Munn at the 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 10, 2024.
John Mulaney and Olivia Munn at the 96th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 10, 2024.

Where to watch 'SNL'

"SNL" episodes will be available to watch live on NBC at 11:30 p.m. ET/8:30 p.m. PT.

Viewers can also stream it on Peacock.

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Who is in the Season 50 'SNL' cast?

Former cast member Maya Rudolph is set to play the role of Vice President Kamala Harris in the lead up to the November presidential election while James Austin Johnson will reprise his role as former President Donald Trump.

Season 50 returning cast members include:

  • Michael Che

  • Mikey Day

  • Andrew Dismukes

  • Chloe Fineman

  • Heidi Gardner

  • Marcello Hernández

  • James Austin Johnson

  • Colin Jost

  • Michael Longfellow

  • Ego Nwodim

  • Ashley Padilla

  • Sarah Sherman

  • Kenan Thompson

  • Devon Walker

  • Emil Wakim

  • Jane Wickline

  • Bowen Yang

Anchor Colin Jost during Weekend Update on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
Anchor Colin Jost during Weekend Update on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

New cast members announced are:

  • Ashley Padilla

  • Emil Wakim

  • Jane Wicklin

Meanwhile, Punkie Johnson, Molly Kearney and Chloe Troast will not return this fall.

Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@usatoday.com and follow her on X @nataliealund.

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