Watch the SNL 50th Anniversary Special on Peacock – No Glitches

Saturday Night Live recently celebrated its 50th season with a special anniversary show that aired live on Peacock. As a fan of the show, I decided to skip the traditional TV experience and opted for Peacock on my Apple TV 4K. I was pleasantly surprised by how seamlessly the stream started and how sharp the quality was throughout the broadcast. Unlike linear TV, I didn’t encounter any stutters, interruptions, or commercials. Instead, I was treated to a loop of the theme song and shots of the iconic 8H studio where the show is taped during breaks.

The live-streamed event was a hit, attracting 14.8 million viewers across Peacock and NBC. This made it NBC’s most-watched primetime event in the last five years, surpassing the Golden Globes. Peacock, launched in 2020, has quickly made a name for itself by offering a unique mix of content, including live events like the Olympics and SNL 50 special.

Peacock’s success stems from its robust technical infrastructure that prioritizes performance, security, and reliability. According to Patrick Miceli, the CTO of global streaming and the NBCU Media Group, Peacock is committed to delivering a seamless and unparalleled streaming experience for its customers. This dedication to quality is evident in how flawlessly the SNL 50 special was executed on the platform, making it a go-to choice for live streaming events.