SNL is one of the most iconic television shows on the air and has been for decades. With a constantly rotating cast, beloved sketches, and star-studded musical guests, let's see how well you know this classic comedy feature.
What year did SNL first air?
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The hit sketch show first hit screens in 1975 with a star-studded cast.
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The hit sketch show first hit screens in 1975 with a star-studded cast.
Which of these people was NOT an original cast member?
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Steve Martin was never actually a cast member, but he has hosted the show 15 times and guested more than 10 times.
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Steve Martin was never actually a cast member, but he has hosted the show 15 times and guested more than 10 times.
Who is SNL's longest-running cast member?
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Kenan Thompson has been on the show since 2003, making him the longest-tenured actor Lorne Michaels has ever cast.
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Kenan Thompson has been on the show since 2003, making him the longest-tenured actor Lorne Michaels has ever cast.
How many seasons has Thompson been on the show?
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Kenan Thompson has been a fan-favorite cast member for 18 seasons!
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Kenan Thompson has been a fan-favorite cast member for 18 seasons!
Who hosted the first episode of SNL?
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SNL's kickoff episode was hosted by George Carlin with musical guests Janis Ian and Billy Preston.
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SNL's kickoff episode was hosted by George Carlin with musical guests Janis Ian and Billy Preston.
Who played the recurring character Debbie Downer?
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Rachel Dratch capitalized on that classic annoyed smirk with her recurring Debbie Downer skits.
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Rachel Dratch capitalized on that classic annoyed smirk with her recurring Debbie Downer skits.
Which of these impressions has Kate McKinnon NOT done?
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Believe it or not, this blonde has never portrayed the iconic warbler Dolly Parton, though she'd certainly nail the role.
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Believe it or not, this blonde has never portrayed the iconic warbler Dolly Parton, though she'd certainly nail the role.
What phrase is usually said at the end of the cold open?
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On any given episode, you can almost guarantee that the cast ends their opening skit with a break in character to say: "Live from New York, it's Saturday night!"
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On any given episode, you can almost guarantee that the cast ends their opening skit with a break in character to say: "Live from New York, it's Saturday night!"
Which of these celebrities has never hosted the show?
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Despite appearing as a cameo in Jonah Hill's Wolf of Wall Street sketch, he's never hosted himself.
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Despite appearing as a cameo in Jonah Hill's Wolf of Wall Street sketch, he's never hosted himself.
Who was the first Weekend Update anchor?
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Before Michael Che and Colin Jost, the iconic National Lampoon actor Chevy Chase hosted The Weekend Update segment on SNL.
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Before Michael Che and Colin Jost, the iconic National Lampoon actor Chevy Chase hosted The Weekend Update segment on SNL.
Who ripped up a picture of the Pope during their SNL musical performance?
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Sinead O'Connor made major headlines when she tore up a photo of Pope John Paul II during a performance of Bob Marley's song, "War."
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Sinead O'Connor made major headlines when she tore up a photo of Pope John Paul II during a performance of Bob Marley's song, "War."
Which of these celebrities has auditioned for the show but was never offered a role as a cast member?
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Despite playing Joe Biden and guesting on the show several times, Jim Carey has auditioned to be a cast member on SNL but was never offered a role.
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Despite playing Joe Biden and guesting on the show several times, Jim Carey has auditioned to be a cast member on SNL but was never offered a role.
What season is SNL currently on?
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We're now in season 46 of SNL with a new rotating cast of featured actors.
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We're now in season 46 of SNL with a new rotating cast of featured actors.
What is the name of the studio where SNL is filmed?
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The name of SNL's famed studio is "8H."
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The name of SNL's famed studio is "8H."
Which of these politicians has NOT hosted SNL?
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Believe it or not, Sarah Palin has never hosted SNL despite being portrayed by Tina Fey several times.
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Believe it or not, Sarah Palin has never hosted SNL despite being portrayed by Tina Fey several times.
Which two actors played the Spartan cheerleaders?
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The iconic Spartan cheerleaders were played by none other than Cheri Oteri and Will Ferrell.
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The iconic Spartan cheerleaders were played by none other than Cheri Oteri and Will Ferrell.
Who is the youngest cast member SNL has ever hired?
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The Breakfast Club star Anthony Michael Hall was just 17 when he was hired on SNL.
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The Breakfast Club star Anthony Michael Hall was just 17 when he was hired on SNL.
Which of these actors is not currently a cast member?
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Even though he recently hosted a hilarious episode, Timothee Chalamet is unfortunately not a regular cast member on SNL.
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Even though he recently hosted a hilarious episode, Timothee Chalamet is unfortunately not a regular cast member on SNL.
What was SNL originally called?
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At the time, there was another show in the works called Saturday Night Live with Howard Cosell, so NBC opted for NBC's Saturday Night.
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At the time, there was another show in the works called Saturday Night Live with Howard Cosell, so NBC opted for NBC's Saturday Night.
Finish this line: "I live in a ___ down by the ___" from Chris Farley.
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Chris Farley's most memorable line is "I live in a VAN down by the RIVER."
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Chris Farley's most memorable line is "I live in a VAN down by the RIVER."
Which celebrity holds the record for hosting SNL the most times?
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Alec Baldwin has hosted SNL a whopping 18 times!
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Alec Baldwin has hosted SNL a whopping 18 times!
When did Bill Hader's character Stefon first make his appearance on SNL?
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This sketch appeared in 2008 during Ben Affleck's episode.
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This sketch appeared in 2008 during Ben Affleck's episode.
Which of these cast members was NOT on SNL's season 25?
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Amy Poehler was actually on SNL's season 27!
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Amy Poehler was actually on SNL's season 27!
Which of these sketches did NOT feature Andy Samberg?
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The Lonely Island's Andy Samberg is best known for writing those catchy songs on SNL, but the one musical sketch he wasn't in was "More cowbell." That was Will Ferrell and Christopher Walken.
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The Lonely Island's Andy Samberg is best known for writing those catchy songs on SNL, but the one musical sketch he wasn't in was "More cowbell." That was Will Ferrell and Christopher Walken.
Who was the youngest person to ever host SNL?
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It's crazy to think, but Drew Barrymore was just seven years old when she hosted SNL.
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It's crazy to think, but Drew Barrymore was just seven years old when she hosted SNL.
Which political figure did Kate McKinnon NOT portray?
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Though it would be hilarious, Kate McKinnon has never portrayed the late Mary Todd Lincoln.
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Though it would be hilarious, Kate McKinnon has never portrayed the late Mary Todd Lincoln.
Who has NOT been a character on Celebrity Jeopardy?
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Martin Short has never played Leslie Jordan, but he has played Jerry Lee Lewis on the hilarious Jeopardy parody.
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Martin Short has never played Leslie Jordan, but he has played Jerry Lee Lewis on the hilarious Jeopardy parody.
What made-up game show does Kristen Wiig's character Mindy Elise Grayson always lose?
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Kristen Wiig always messes up the Secret Word game by revealing the *secret word.*
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Kristen Wiig always messes up the Secret Word game by revealing the *secret word.*
Who is the most frequent musical guest?
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Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters has appeared 13 times total since 1992.
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Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters has appeared 13 times total since 1992.
What is the name of SNL's creator?
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Along with SNL, Lorne Michaels has also created and produced the Late Night series, The Kids in the Hall, and The Tonight Show.
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Along with SNL, Lorne Michaels has also created and produced the Late Night series, The Kids in the Hall, and The Tonight Show.
Which of these is NOT a John Mulaney sketch?
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The cinema classic sketch about The Wizard of Oz featured Will Ferrell as a munchkin, not John Mulaney.
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The cinema classic sketch about The Wizard of Oz featured Will Ferrell as a munchkin, not John Mulaney.
Who has NOT portrayed a Kardashian on SNL?
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Though he'd kill it as Scott Disick, Pete Davidson has never appeared in any Kardashian sketches.
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Though he'd kill it as Scott Disick, Pete Davidson has never appeared in any Kardashian sketches.
What is the name of this Kristen Wiig character?
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This is Kristen Wiig's famous Gilly character, an off-putting, trouble-making middle school student.
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This is Kristen Wiig's famous Gilly character, an off-putting, trouble-making middle school student.
What is the name of this recurring SNL sketch?
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The Californians was a long-running sketch that featured Fred Armisen, Andy Samberg, and Bill Hader living life in LA.
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The Californians was a long-running sketch that featured Fred Armisen, Andy Samberg, and Bill Hader living life in LA.
Finish this line: "I'm Chevy Chase... and ________."
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"I'm Chevy Chase... and you're not" became his Weekend Update opener that captured his wry and sarcastic sense of humor.
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"I'm Chevy Chase... and you're not" became his Weekend Update opener that captured his wry and sarcastic sense of humor.
Which of these is NOT a Molly Shannon character?
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The Church Lady was actually played by Dana Carvey.
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The Church Lady was actually played by Dana Carvey.
Name this sketch:
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This iconic John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd sketch was called "Blues Brothers."
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This iconic John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd sketch was called "Blues Brothers."
Name this song by Timothee Chalamet:
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The name of this song from Timothee Chalamet's episode is called "Tiny Horse," and it's actually based on a Bruce Springsteen song.
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The name of this song from Timothee Chalamet's episode is called "Tiny Horse," and it's actually based on a Bruce Springsteen song.
Name this Fred Armisen character:
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This hilarously odd sketch features Jason Sudeikis bringing Fred Armisen's character Regine to a dinner party.
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This hilarously odd sketch features Jason Sudeikis bringing Fred Armisen's character Regine to a dinner party.
Name this SNL song:
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This sketch features Lin-Manuel Miranda leading the cast through their song, "The Crucible Cast Party."
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This sketch features Lin-Manuel Miranda leading the cast through their song, "The Crucible Cast Party."
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