The BEST episodes of Saturday Night Live season 51
Every episode of Saturday Night Live season 51, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Saturday Night Live season 51!
Each week, live from New York, a famous guest host appears in sketches and parodies alongside a company of up-and-coming comedians. A popular musical guest, short films, and Weekend Update - a recurring satirical newscast - form the backbone of one of the most influential and culturally significant comedy shows in history.
#1 - Ariana Grande / Cher
Season 51 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/20/2025
Ariana Grande hosts, and Cher performs.
#2 - Glen Powell / Olivia Dean
Season 51 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/15/2025
Glen Powell hosts, and Olivia Dean performs.
#3 - Alexander Skarsgård / Cardi B
Season 51 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/31/2026
Alexander Skarsgård hosts, and Cardi B performs.
#4 - Miles Teller / Brandi Carlile
Season 51 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/1/2025
Miles Teller hosts, and Brandi Carlile performs.
#5 - Melissa McCarthy / Dijon
Season 51 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/6/2025
Melissa McCarthy hosts, and Dijon performs.
#6 - Nikki Glaser / sombr
Season 51 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/8/2025
Nikki Glaser hosts, and sombr performs.
#7 - Sabrina Carpenter
Season 51 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/18/2025
Sabrina Carpenter hosts and performs.
#8 - Finn Wolfhard / A$AP Rocky
Season 51 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/17/2026
Finn Wolfhard hosts, and A$AP Rocky performs.
#9 - Amy Poehler / Role Model
Season 51 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/11/2025
Amy Poehler hosts, and Role Model performs.
#10 - Josh O'Connor / Lily Allen
Season 51 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/13/2025
Josh O'Connor hosts, and Lily Allen performs.
#11 - Teyana Taylor / Geese
Season 51 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/24/2026
Teyana Taylor hosts, and Geese performs.
#12 - Bad Bunny / Doja Cat
Season 51 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/4/2025
Bad Bunny hosts, and Doja Cat performs.