New Saturday Night Trailer Previews the Chaos Before SNL’s Debut

New Saturday Night Trailer Previews the Chaos Before SNL’s Debut

As a long-time fan of Saturday Night Live who’s witnessed countless hilarious skits and memorable moments over the years, I must say that the new trailer for “Saturday Night” has me absolutely thrilled! The behind-the-scenes glimpse into the chaos and tension leading up to the show’s debut is a fascinating peek at the raw talent and grit it took to revolutionize television.


Sony Pictures has unveiled a fresh trailer for the upcoming comedy thriller by Jason Reitman titled “Saturday Night,” which chronicles the backstage tale of the first episode premiere of Saturday Night Live. The movie is set to hit select cinemas on September 27, and will be widely available in theaters from October 11.

11:30 pm on October 11, 1975 marks the moment when a fierce group of young comedians and writers redefined television and culture. The movie “Saturday Night” recounts the events that unfolded backstage in the crucial 90 minutes before the debut of Saturday Night Live, packed with humor, turmoil, and the enchantment of an almost-failed revolution. We follow along as time ticks down to hear those iconic words…

Check out the new Saturday Night trailer below (watch more trailers):

What happens in the new Saturday Night trailer?

The video focuses on the backstage turmoil experienced during the debut of a popular, long-standing comedy variety show. Despite NBC officials secretly wishing for its downfall, creator Lorne Michaels and his crew confronted issues such as cast disputes in an attempt to ensure a successful premiere.

On Saturdays, I find myself immersed in the vibrant world of “Saturday Night” directed and produced by Reitman, who collaborated with Gil Kenan on its screenplay. As Rosie Shuster, Rachel Sennott brings her charm to life, while Cooper Hoffman takes on the role of Dick Ebersol. Ella Hunt embodies Gilda Radner, Kim Matula becomes Jane Curtin, Emily Fairn portrays Laraine Newman, and so on. The stellar cast includes Dylan O’Brien as Dan Aykroyd, Lamorne Morris as Garrett Morris, Cory Michael Smith as Chevy Chase, Matt Wood as John Belushi, Nicholas Braun as Jim Henson, Willem Dafoe as David Tebet, Finn Wolfhard as an NBC page, Tommy Dewey as Michael O’Donoghue, Nicholas Podany as Billy Crystal, Andrew Barth Feldman as Neil Levy, Kaia Gerber as Jacqueline Carlin, and many others. J.K. Simmons plays the legendary comedian Milton Berle in this captivating production.

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2024-09-09 18:40