Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live is an American sketch comedy and musical variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The 2012 season, its 38th, featured a mix of established cast members and new talent, continuing its tradition of satirizing current events, popular culture, and politics through a series of comedic sketches and monologues. The season saw significant cast changes and continued to be a platform for breaking new comedians and impressionists.

The 2012 season of Saturday Night Live was generally well-received, noted for its strong cast, particularly the performances of Kate McKinnon and Jay Pharoah, and its continued relevance in political satire. While some critics pointed to the usual inconsistencies inherent in a live sketch show format, the season was largely seen as a successful continuation of SNL's long-standing legacy, effectively capturing the zeitgeist of the election year.

• Praised for its sharp political satire, especially during the 2012 election cycle.

• Kate McKinnon's breakout season, establishing her as a standout performer.

• Consistent quality in sketches and strong impersonations of political figures.

Google audience: Audience reviews for the 2012 season of SNL highlight its consistent comedic timing and the impressive talent of the cast, particularly their ability to lampoon political figures and current events. Viewers appreciated the show's enduring humor and its knack for producing viral sketch moments.

Nominated for multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Variety Sketch Series and Outstanding Writing for a Variety Series.

The 2012 season marked the debut of Kate McKinnon as a featured player, and she quickly became one of the show's most celebrated cast members for her versatile impressions and original characters.