SNL is Back! Catch Connor Storrie and Ryan Gosling This February & March
Wondering when Saturday Night Live is airing on NBC and Peacock? You’re not alone! After a brief hiatus during the 2026 Winter Olympics, SNL is returning with a bang, featuring a hot lineup of hosts and musical guests. Between the excitement of the Olympics, the Super Bowl, and the NBA All-Star Weekend, we’ve been glued to NBC and Peacock – and the entertainment continues!
When Does SNL Return?
The wait is almost over! Saturday Night Live will be back with a brand new episode on Saturday, February 28th. The 2026 Winter Olympics wrap up with the closing ceremony on Sunday, February 22nd, so mark your calendars!
Who’s Hosting SNL on February 28th?
Get ready for Connor Storrie to make his hosting debut! Storrie rose to fame with his role in the hit hockey romance series, Heated Rivalry, and has quickly become a fan favourite. He’s been busy – presenting at the Golden Globes, landing a role in an A24 comedy, and even carrying the Olympic torch! We’re excited to see what comedic talent he brings to the SNL stage.
Joining Connor will be Mumford & Sons, who are returning for their fourth performance on the show. Their latest album, Prizefighter, was released on February 20th, so expect some fresh tunes!
Ryan Gosling’s Return & Gorillaz’ Debut
Just a week later, on March 7th, Ryan Gosling returns to host for his fourth time! Fans will remember his viral “Beavis and Butthead” sketch from April 2024. He’ll be joined by the groundbreaking virtual band Gorillaz, who will be performing on SNL for the very first time. Check out this recent Gorillaz performance to get a taste of what to expect!
Where to Watch SNL
New episodes of Saturday Night Live air at 11:30 ET/10:30 CT/8:30 PT on NBC and are available to stream next-day on Peacock. Don’t miss out on the laughs!
Meet the SNL Cast
The show features returning Season 50 performers like Ashley Padilla, James Austin Johnson, and Kenan Thompson, alongside five new Featured Players for Season 51: Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Ben Marshall, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska.
Stream sketches from every episode of SNL on Peacock anytime. Xfinity offers a 5-year price guarantee to keep you connected. And for all your favourite shows, live TV, and movies, the NBC App is the place to be!
