NBC Airs Repeat of “Saturday Night Live” Featuring Walton Goggins and Arcade Fire

Led by actor Walton Goggins and Canadian indie rock band Arcade Fire, NBC broadcast a repeat episode of “Saturday Night Live” tonight, September 6, originally aired May 10, 2025, as the show remains on summer hiatus.

The repeat marks Walton Goggins’s debut as an SNL host and showcases Arcade Fire’s sixth musical appearance, filling the Saturday night slot with fan-favorite sketches and performances during the off-season.

Summer Hiatus Keeps New Episodes at Bay

NBC has held new “Saturday Night Live” installments until Season 51 launches October 4, instead opting to rebroadcast highlights from Season 50 to maintain weekend viewership and warm up audiences for the fall line-up.

Episode Highlights

Host: Walton Goggins, making his first SNL hosting appearance; known for roles in The White Lotus and The Righteous Gemstones.
Musical Guest: Arcade Fire, delivering live performances in promotion of their album Pink Elephant; their sixth time on the SNL stage.
Duration & Air Time: A 90-minute presentation, aired at 11:29 p.m. ET (10:29 p.m. CT) and concluding at midnight CT.

Key Sketches from May 10 Episode

“White Lotus Parents” - Goggins satirizes affluent vacay stereotypes with self-deprecating humor.
“Arcade Fire Live” - The band blends classics and new tracks, igniting audience energy between comedy bits.
“Studio Hijinks” - Cast members break character during a mock behind-the-scenes segment, highlighting the show’s unrehearsed charm.

Looking Ahead to Season 51

“Saturday Night Live” returns with new episodes beginning October 4 at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. Five featured players-Tommy Brennan, Jeremy Culhane, Ben Marshall, Kam Patterson, and Veronika Slowikowska-join returning cast members, promising fresh sketches and musical performances in the upcoming season.