Thanksgiving is a time for tradition, and what’s more traditional than settling in for a hefty dose of “Saturday Night Live”? Well, this year, NBC is offering a twist on that tradition, serving up a two-hour special, “A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving,” composed entirely of classic Thanksgiving sketches.
Airing Wednesday, November 27, at 9 PM, this 50-season retrospective promises a cornucopia of comedic comfort food. From awkward family dinners to questionable culinary creations, “SNL” has always had a knack for skewering the holiday’s foibles. So, whether you’re a die-hard fan eager to revisit beloved bits or a newbie curious about the show’s comedic DNA, this special offers a chance to bask in the glow of decades of holiday-themed hilarity.
“Saturday Night Live,” a cultural institution since its 1975 debut, has birthed countless comedy careers and provided a platform for satire on everything from politics to pop culture. And through it all, the holidays have provided fertile comedic ground. This Thanksgiving special gives viewers a chance to see how the show has evolved, how its humor has endured, and how some things – like the inevitable family drama at Thanksgiving dinner – never change.
So, gather your metaphorical family (or your actual one, if they can handle the inevitable re-enactments of your favorite sketches), and prepare for a night of laughter.
“A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving” airs Wednesday, November 27 at 9:00 PM on NBC.
