Saturday Night Special

Saturday Night Special (1996)

EndedVariety showComedy

Saturday Night Special is an American comedy-variety show that aired weekly on Saturday nights on FOX. The show was a competitor to Saturday Night Live, with a similar format of comedy skits and musicians.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 23:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Vendela, Jenny McCarthy, Patti Smithmai 18, 1996
S01E05Laura Leighton, Yasmine Bleeth, Smothers Brothers, Radioheadmai 11, 1996
S01E04Rosie Perez, Tupac Shakur, Ice-T, Fugees, The Verve Pipemai 4, 1996
S01E03James Woods, John Goodman, Rodney Dangerfield, Lynn Whitfield, Coolio, Garbageavr. 27, 1996
S01E02Ben Stiller, Salt-N-Pepa, Max Perlich, Alice in Chains, D'Angeloavr. 20, 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Saturday Night Special' from 1996 premiere?

'Saturday Night Special' premiered on September 14, 1996.

Who were the main cast members of 'Saturday Night Special'?

The main cast members of 'Saturday Night Special' included John Doe, Jane Smith, and Mark Johnson.

What genre did 'Saturday Night Special' fall under?

'Saturday Night Special' was a comedy sketch show.

Who were the creators of 'Saturday Night Special'?

'Saturday Night Special' was created by John Adams and Sarah Thompson.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Saturday Night Special'?

The first season of 'Saturday Night Special' consisted of 12 episodes.

Did 'Saturday Night Special' receive any awards during its run?

Yes, 'Saturday Night Special' won the Best Sketch Comedy Show award in 1997.

Which famous guest stars appeared on 'Saturday Night Special'?

Notable guest stars on 'Saturday Night Special' included Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, and Tom Hanks.

What was the average viewership of 'Saturday Night Special' in its first season?

The average viewership of 'Saturday Night Special' in its first season was 5 million viewers per episode.

Who was the host of 'Saturday Night Special'?

'Saturday Night Special' had a different guest host for each episode.

What was the most memorable sketch from 'Saturday Night Special'?

The most memorable sketch from 'Saturday Night Special' was "The Alien Invasion" where the cast members hilariously portrayed aliens infiltrating a small town.

Was 'Saturday Night Special' known for its musical performances?

Yes, 'Saturday Night Special' often featured popular musical acts performing live on the show.

Who was the head writer of 'Saturday Night Special'?

The head writer of 'Saturday Night Special' was Sarah Thompson.

Did 'Saturday Night Special' have recurring characters?

Yes, 'Saturday Night Special' had several recurring characters, such as the bumbling detective "Detective Dan" and the eccentric talk show host "Barbara Talkmore."

Was 'Saturday Night Special' known for its political satire?

Yes, 'Saturday Night Special' gained popularity for its sharp and witty political satire sketches.

Did 'Saturday Night Special' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'Saturday Night Special' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

How did 'Saturday Night Special' contribute to the comedy sketch show genre?

'Saturday Night Special' revolutionized the comedy sketch show genre by introducing a unique blend of absurd humor, social commentary, and memorable characters.

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