Is There a New SNL Tonight? January 24, 2026 Episode Details
TORONTO, January 24, 2026 – Yes, there is a new episode of *Saturday Night Live* airing tonight. Season 51 continues with its eleventh episode, hosted by actor Finn Wolfhard, with musical guest A$AP Rocky. The show airs live at 11:30 p.m. ET on Global TV in Canada and is available for streaming the following day.
Tonight’s SNL Episode: Host and Musical Guest
For the episode scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, *Stranger Things* star Finn Wolfhard makes his hosting debut. He is joined by rapper A$AP Rocky, who is serving as the musical guest for the first time. This episode follows the January 17 broadcast, which was the first of 2026 and also featured Wolfhard and A$AP Rocky according to Canadian listings.
How to Watch SNL Season 51 in Canada
Canadian viewers can watch *Saturday Night Live* Season 51 through the following methods:
- Live Broadcast: Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. ET / 8:30 p.m. PT on Global TV.
- Streaming: Episodes are available to stream for free the day after broadcast on the Global TV website or app with a participating TV provider login.
- Peacock (U.S. Service): The show airs live simultaneously on Peacock in the United States. Canadian viewers would require a VPN service to access this platform.
Season 51 Key Facts & Cast
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Season Premiere | October 4, 2025 (Host: Bad Bunny, Musical Guest: Doja Cat) |
| Canadian Network | Global TV |
| Milestone | Season is on track to air its 1,000th episode in 2026 |
| Repertory Players | Michael Che, Mikey Day, Andrew Dismukes, Chloe Fineman, Marcello Hernández, James Austin Johnson, Colin Jost, Sarah Sherman, Kenan Thompson, Bowen Yang |
| New Featured Players | Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Ben Marshall, Kam Patterson, Veronika Slowikowska |
| Content Rating | TV-14 for mature humour and adult themes |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SNL on a break tonight?
No. According to the Global TV schedule and season episode list, a new episode is scheduled for January 24, 2026.
Where can I watch old episodes of SNL in Canada?
Past episodes of *Saturday Night Live* are available on the Global TV streaming platform. The series has also aired in reruns on CTV Comedy Channel in the past.
Who is leaving the SNL cast in Season 51?
Prior to Season 51, cast members Devon Walker, Emil Wakim, Michael Longfellow, Heidi Gardner, and Ego Nwodim departed the show. Longtime cast member Bowen Yang also left after the Christmas episode on December 20, 2025.
When is the 1,000th episode of SNL?
The historic 1,000th episode of *Saturday Night Live* is projected to air in the spring of 2026 during Season 51.