The London-based offshoot of NBC's long-running live sketch comedy show will hit screens in 2026 and be executive produced by 'SNL' creator Lorne Michaels.

When it comes to casting, “Saturday Night Live” producers will find plenty of talent in London’s comedy scene, which is “booming,” Mr. Boosey said. In the past, improv has not been as popular in Britain as in the United States, he said. But that’s changing.

The broadcaster has agreed a deal to produce a UK version of NBC’s long-running comedy series for the first time