Saturday Night Live devotees tuning in tonight may be in for a surprise: there’s no new episode of SNL airing this Saturday, November 22, 2025. Instead, NBC is re-airing the season premiere featuring Bad Bunny as host and Doja Cat as the musical guest, a star-studded episode that originally kicked off Season 51 with major buzz.
Why SNL Is Taking a Break Tonight
After three consecutive weeks of fresh episodes, SNL is taking a brief hiatus for the Thanksgiving holiday. This break is a long-standing tradition for the show, giving cast and crew a chance to recharge before the December run of high-profile episodes.
Who Was the Musical Guest on the Rerun?
Tonight’s rerun features
Doja Cat, who made her SNL debut performing tracks from her latest album
Vie. The episode also included a surprise appearance by the girl group HUNTR/X from the animated film
KPop Demon Hunters, adding an extra layer of excitement for music fans.
December’s Star-Studded Lineup: What’s Next for SNL?
While there’s no new episode tonight, SNL’s December schedule is packed with A-list talent and musical debuts:
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December 6: Melissa McCarthy returns as host, joined by
Dijon making his SNL musical guest debut.
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December 13: Emmy-winning actor Josh O’Connor hosts for the first time, with
Lily Allen returning as musical guest after an 18-year hiatus.
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December 20: The holiday episode promises to be a blockbuster, with
Wicked: For Good star Ariana Grande hosting and the legendary
Cher performing as musical guest for the first time since 1987.
Cher’s return is especially noteworthy—her last SNL musical guest appearance was nearly four decades ago, and her upcoming performance is already generating major anticipation among fans and critics alike.
What This Means for SNL Fans
If you were hoping for new sketches tonight, you’ll have to wait a couple more weeks. But the upcoming December episodes are shaping up to be some of the most exciting of the season, with a mix of comedy heavyweights and music icons set to take the stage.
Pro tip: If you’re craving SNL content, you can stream classic sketches and past episodes on Peacock anytime.
Takeaways and What to Watch For
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No new SNL tonight (Nov. 22, 2025); rerun features Doja Cat as musical guest-
December 6: Dijon’s SNL debut with Melissa McCarthy hosting
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December 13: Lily Allen returns as musical guest with Josh O’Connor hosting
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December 20: Ariana Grande hosts, Cher returns as musical guest
With this December lineup, SNL is closing out 2025 with a bang. Mark your calendars—these episodes are not to be missed.
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