- Saturday Night Live UK's inaugural episode has received mixed reactions from viewers, with some praising it as 'fantastic' while others found it 'not funny at all'.
- The show opened with a monologue from comedian Tina Fey, 55, who joked about being chosen to host the programme.
- Broadcaster Richard Osman (OBE) was among those who positively reviewed the programme on X/Twitter, stating he was “loving it”.
- Many viewers described the episode as 'hit or miss' but appreciated its 'new and refreshing' material for UK screens.
- Despite some criticisms, such as noticing cue cards, the first instalment was generally considered a 'good start' to the eight-episode series.
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