“Saturday Night Live” returns tonight with another can’t-miss episode.
Fresh off last week’s buzz-worthy show featuring Olivia Rodrigo pulling double-duty as both host and musical guest, NBC’s late-night sketch comedy show is keeping the momentum going with another major Hollywood name stepping into Studio 8H. On Saturday, May 9, Oscar winner Matt Damon makes his long-awaited return to the “SNL” stage as host.
Find out more about tonight’s episode below, including the Grammy-nominated artist who is also set to take the stage as tonight’s musical guest.
Is Tonight’s Episode of ‘SNL’ New?
Yes, tonight’s episode of “SNL” is new. It will serve as the penultimate episode of Season 51.
Who Is Tonight’s Musical Guest on ‘SNL’?
Damon is serving as tonight’s host and Noah Kahan will perform as musical guest.
This episode will mark Damon’s third time hosting and Kahan’s second time performing as musical guest on the show. The musician made his “SNL” debut on December 2, 2023.
‘SNL’ Teases Damon’s Episode With ‘Good Will Hunting’ Reference
“SNL” released a promotional video on YouTube featuring Damon alongside cast members Jeremy Culhane and Sarah Sherman, who are trying to come up with the perfect “SNL” sketch.
“Experts have been trying to crack this for years,” Sherman tells Damon in the video.
Culhane says, “Yeah, Farrell got close once but ultimately it drove him insane.”
Damon calls out the whiteboard they’re standing in front of that seems to be a reference to the “Good Will Hunting” chalkboard method. “You guys know that movie’s like, 30 years old, right?”
“Never seen it, dude,” Sherman claims.
“Yeah, I grew up in a cult,” Culhane adds. “Never seen a movie.”
Sherman and Culhane call it a night, leaving Damon alone in the studio to stare at the whiteboard for a beat before he begins working. The next day, Sherman and Culhane discover what Damon’s come up with.
Watch the rest of the promo above to see if Damon cracked the code to the perfect “SNL” sketch.
What Time Does ‘SNL’ Air?
The show airs at 11:30 p.m. EST / 8:30 p.m. PST.
Where Can I Watch ‘SNL’?
New episodes of “SNL” air live on NBC and Peacock on Saturdays. They are later available to stream.
Who Will Host & Perform on ‘SNL’ Next?
Will Ferrell will host and Paul McCartney will perform as musical guest during the show’s Season 51 finale on Saturday, May 16.
Ferrell was a cast member on “SNL” from 1995 to 2002, and next week’s episode will mark his sixth time hosting. Meanwhile, this upcoming episode will be McCartney’s seventh time performing as musical guest. McCartney first performed as musical guest on May 17, 1980 (Season 5, Episode 19), which was hosted by Steve Martin.
Every Host & Musical Guest of ‘SNL’ Season 51 (2025-2026)
NBCUniversalOctober 4: Bad Bunny & Doja Cat
October 11: Amy Poehler & Role Model
October 18: Sabrina Carpenter (double-duty)
November 1: Miles Teller & Brandi Carlile
November 8: Nikki Glaser & sombr
November 15: Glen Powell & Olivia Dean
December 6: Melissa McCarthy & Dijon
December 13: Josh O’Connor & Lily Allen
December 20: Ariana Grande & Cher
January 17: Finn Wolfhard & A$AP Rocky
January 24: Teyana Taylor & Geese
January 31: Alexander Skarsgård & Cardi B
February 28: Connor Storrie & Mumford and Sons
March 7: Ryan Gosling & Gorillaz
March 14: Harry Styles (double-duty)
April 4: Jack Black & Jack White
April 11: Colman Domingo & Anitta
May 2: Olivia Rodrigo (double-duty)
May 9: Matt Damon & Noah Kahan
May 16: Will Ferrell & Paul McCartney
