Entertainment · Television & streaming · published 2026-09-03 · via The Hollywood Reporter

Jeff Goldblum Tapped to Host Season Premiere of 'Saturday Night Live UK'

Jeff Goldblum will host the season two premiere of Saturday Night Live UK on Sept. 12, with Irish singer-songwriter CMAT as musical guest. The show returns with six new episodes and all 11 inaugural cast members, plus a promoted head writer. It airs live on Sky and is available to U.S. viewers on Peacock.

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The premiere pairs Goldblum with Irish singer-songwriter CMAT, continuing the show's pattern of mixing established international stars with emerging musical acts. Season one drew notable names like Tina Fey and Ncuti Gatwa, though viewership peaked early — Fey's episode attracted roughly 220,000 British viewers on Sky before numbers declined.

The full inaugural cast returns, joined by a promoted writer and new costume designer. Production continuity suggests Sky is investing in stability after the first season's mixed ratings, with additional episodes already planned for early 2027. U.S. audiences can stream the series on Peacock.

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The show's second season may help determine whether a U.K. adaptation of a beloved American format can sustain

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