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Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday

Series Overview

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday is an American limited-run series broadcast on NBC. It is a political satire news show spin-off from Saturday Night Live, featuring that show's "Weekend Update" segment. It initially ran for three 30-minute episodes in October 2008, during the lead-up to the 2008 United States presidential election.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

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Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 12 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

2008 – 2017

Premiered: Thu, Oct 9, 2008

Created By
Lorne MichaelsLorne Michaels

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Season 4, Episode 3: “Episode 3”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Lorne Michaels

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Frequently Asked Questions About Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday

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What is Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday about?

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday is an American limited-run series broadcast on NBC. It is a political satire news show spin-off from Saturday Night Live, featuring that show's "Weekend Update" segment. It initially ran for three 30-minute episodes in October 2008, during the lead-up to the 2008 United States presidential election.

How many seasons does Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday have?

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday?

Key cast members in Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday include Not specified.

Who created or directed Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday?

Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday was developed and directed by Lorne Michaels.