Well, isn't that special? Rudolph was also joined by Jim Gaffigan as Tim Walz and Andy Samberg as Doug Emhoff in the season 50 premiere.

Dana Carvey also portrayed Joe Biden during the season 50 premiere, with James Austin Johnson and Bowen Yang playing Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, respectively.

"Saturday Night Live" kicked off a historic 50th season by having beloved show veterans join its contemporary talents to present a satirical view of the reenergized election season.

You can watch the Saturday Night Live season 50 premiere on Saturday, Sept. 28, on NBC or Peacock at 11:30 p.m. ET (8:30 p.m. PT). You can stream the episode live regardless of which Peacock subscription you have, according to Peacock.

SNL will air live on NBC at 8:30pm PT/11:30pm ET. Viewers can also stream it on Peacock. The show will celebrate a half-century on the air with a primetime special in February 2025.

The first episode of Season 50 will have Jean Smart host, with Jelly Roll as the musical guest. The following weeks will see more buzzy names including Ariana Grande, John Mulaney and Nate Bargatze. Upcoming musical guests include Chappell Roan and Coldplay.

“Saturday Night Live” is back for its 50th anniversary season on Saturday, September 28.

One of the most intriguing political questions of our times has finally been answered: Jim Gaffigan is playing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on “Saturday Night Live.” The big reveal came during the 13-minute cold opening of the show’s 50th season premiere,

Comedian Jim Gaffigan was revealed as the choice to play Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on Saturday Night Live, the new season of which debuted Saturday just weeks before the 2024 presidential election.