{"id":531464,"date":"2023-08-09T23:13:12","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T04:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-saturday-night-live-2009\/"},"modified":"2024-03-15T22:41:17","modified_gmt":"2024-03-16T03:41:17","slug":"shows-like-saturday-night-live-2009","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/needmoretv.com\/shows-like-saturday-night-live-2009\/","title":{"rendered":"Shows Like Saturday Night Live (2009)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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6 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 69 reviews)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Spanish version of the NBC’s successful program Saturday Night Live. The program includes new cast, famous hosts, live music and original sketches mixed with classic sketches from the E.E.U.U version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Music<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Eva Hache, Gorka Otxoa, Yolanda Ramos, Secun de la Rosa
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1 season, 14 episodes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shows Most Like Saturday Night Live (2009)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Saturday Night Live (2016)<\/h3>\n \n
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4.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 87 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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The Finnish version of the acclaimed comedy sketch series.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Aku Hirviniemi, Andr\u00e9 Wickstr\u00f6m, Pamela Tola, Kalle Lamberg
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1 season, 12 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Saturday Night Live (2012)<\/h3>\n \n
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6.1 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 55 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Brazilian attempt at a version of the sketch comedy show.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Rudy Landucci, Carol Zoccoli, Marco Gon\u00e7alves, Marcela Leal
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1 season, 22 episodes, 90.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Saturday Night Live: Cut for Time (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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5.5 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 275 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Saturday Night Live: Cut For Time consists of all of the sketches that didn’t make it past dress rehearsal to air.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Beck Bennett, Kenan Thompson, Kyle Mooney, Aidy Bryant
Creators:<\/strong> Lorne Michaels
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45 episodes<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Saturday Night Live Arabia (2016)<\/h3>\n \n
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7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 250 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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The Arabic official version of Saturday Night Live.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Shadi Alfons, Hazem Ehab, Mahmoud Ellisy, Yara Fahmi
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4 seasons, 54 episodes, 60.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Saturday Night Live (1975)<\/h3>\n \n
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8 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 50159 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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A famous guest host stars in parodies and sketches created by the cast of this witty show.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Comedy, Music<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> The Saturday Night Live Band, Don Pardo, Darrell Hammond, Lenny Pickett
Creators:<\/strong> Lorne Michaels
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47 seasons, 920 episodes, 90.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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Saturday Night Live (SNL) has been a staple of American television since its inception in 1975. By 2009, the show had already established itself as an iconic platform for comedy, political satire, and live musical performances. Its ability to remain relevant, funny, and sometimes controversial has kept audiences tuning in every Saturday night for decades. Let’s explore what makes SNL such a unique and enduring show, focusing on its evolution, standout moments, and impact on popular culture since 2009.<\/p>\n

The Evolution of SNL<\/h2>\n

Since 2009, SNL has seen a significant evolution in its cast, format, and the content it delivers. The show has always been known for its rotating ensemble of comedians and actors, and this period was no exception. New talents like Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, and Pete Davidson joined the cast, bringing fresh energy and perspectives to the show. These additions helped SNL stay current and connected with younger audiences.<\/p>\n

The format of the show remained largely the same, with a weekly host, a musical guest, and a series of sketches and digital shorts. However, the content began to shift more towards political satire, reflecting the changing political landscape in the United States and around the world. This shift wasn’t new for SNL, but the intensity and frequency of political sketches increased, especially during election years.<\/p>\n

Standout Moments and Sketches<\/h2>\n

Since 2009, there have been countless memorable moments and sketches on SNL that have captured the public’s attention. Here are a few highlights:<\/p>\n