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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Carla Feric

Saturday Night Live UK receives mixed reviews from critics

  • Saturday Night Live UK launched its inaugural series on Saturday, featuring host Tina Fey and musical guests Wet Leg.
  • The premiere episode included a star-studded line-up with appearances from Nicola Coughlan, Graham Norton, Michael Cera, and a cameo by Rege-Jean Page.
  • Sketches featured topical humour, including impersonations of Sir Keir Starmer, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, and Sir Winston Churchill.
  • Critics offered mixed reviews, with some outlets like The Independent giving it three stars, while The Financial Times, The Telegraph, and Chortle awarded four stars, noting its "promise" and "impressively strong" debut.
  • The show's writing team includes head writer Jonno Johnson, Charlie Skelton for The Weekend Update, and comedians such as Al Roberts and Bella Hull.
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