The highly anticipated second series of Saturday Night Live UK is set to premiere tonight at 10pm on Sky One. Despite early skepticism that the American late-night format would not resonate with British audiences, the show has emerged as a surprising cultural hit, largely credited to Jack Shep’s acclaimed impersonation of Princess Diana.
This season, the core comedy ensemble returns alongside new cast member Freddie Meredith. The premiere episode will feature actor Jeff Goldblum as the first celebrity host.
Viewers also have classical music options later in the evening. Last Night of the Proms begins at 7.10pm on BBC Two, hosted by Katie Derham and Nick Mohammed. The broadcast features a diverse program including Bernstein’s Overture to Candide, Holst’s Jupiter, and selections from Guys and Dolls. The traditional Land of Hope and Glory finale will air on BBC One starting at 9pm.
Additionally, BBC One airs The Celebrity Inner Circle at 8.15pm. With Britain’s Got Talent on hiatus until next year, Amanda Holden continues her dominance of Saturday night programming with the second season of the show, which blends elements of QI and The Traitor.
Jack Shep’s Diana impression changed everything. Without that, this show wouldn’t have worked.
I’m genuinely surprised this format actually took off here. Goldblum sounds like a fun host, though.