Favorite TV Show Starring a SNL Alumni
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- CreatorGreg DanielsMichael SchurStarsAmy PoehlerJim O'HeirNick OffermanThe absurd antics of an Indiana town's public officials as they pursue sundry projects to make their city a better place.SNL Alumnus: Amy Poehler (2001-2008)
- CreatorTina FeyStarsTina FeyAlec BaldwinTracy MorganLiz Lemon, head writer of the sketch-comedy show "TGS with Tracy Jordan", must deal with an arrogant new boss and a crazy new star while trying to run a successful television show without losing her mind.SNL Alumni: Tina Fey (2000-2006), Tracy Morgan (1996-2003), Chris Parnell (1998-2001, 2002-2006)
- CreatorDan GoorMichael SchurStarsAndy SambergStephanie BeatrizTerry CrewsComedy series following the exploits of Det. Jake Peralta and his diverse, lovable colleagues as they police the NYPD's 99th Precinct.SNL Alumnus: Andy Samberg (2005-2012)
- CreatorLarry DavidJerry SeinfeldStarsJerry SeinfeldJulia Louis-DreyfusMichael RichardsThe continuing misadventures of neurotic New York City stand-up comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his equally neurotic New York City friends.SNL Alumnus: Julia Louis-Dreyfus (1982-1985)
- CreatorArmando IannucciStarsJulia Louis-DreyfusTony HaleAnna ChlumskyFormer Senator Selina Meyer finds that being Vice President of the United States is nothing like she hoped and everything that everyone ever warned her about.SNL Alumnus: Julia Louis-Dreyfus (1982-1985)
- CreatorFred ArmisenBill HaderSeth MeyersStarsHelen MirrenFred ArmisenBill Hader"Documentary Now!" parodies the current obsession with documentaries. Season one features six different stories and stylistic approaches paying tribute to the doc format.SNL Alumni: Bill Hader (2005-2013), Fred Armisen (2002-2013)
- CreatorDan HarmonJustin RoilandStarsChris ParnellSpencer GrammerSarah ChalkeThe fractured domestic lives of a nihilistic mad scientist and his anxious grandson are further complicated by their inter-dimensional misadventures.SNL Alumnus: Chris Parnell (1998-2001, 2002-2006)
- CreatorVince GilliganPeter GouldStarsBob OdenkirkRhea SeehornJonathan BanksThe trials and tribulations of criminal lawyer Jimmy McGill in the years leading up to his fateful run-in with Walter White and Jesse Pinkman.SNL Alumni: Bob Odenkirk (1987-1995), Michael McKean (1994-1995)
- CreatorWill ForteStarsWill ForteJanuary JonesCleopatra ColemanAlmost two years after a virus wiped out most of the human race, Phil Miller only wishes for some company, but soon gets more than he bargained for when that company shows up in the form of other survivors.SNL Alumni: Will Forte (2002-2010), Jason Sudeikis (2005-2013)
- CreatorFred ArmisenCarrie BrownsteinJonathan KriselStarsFred ArmisenCarrie BrownsteinKyle MacLachlanA sketch-comedy series that parodies life in Portland, Oregon.SNL Alumnus: Fred Armisen (2002-2013)
- CreatorDon ReoDamon WayansStarsDamon WayansTisha CampbellGeorge Gore IIMichael Kyle longs for a traditional life, but his day-trader wife Janet, gangsta rap-worshipping son Michael Jr., and brooding daughters Claire and Kady make his dream just that ... a dream.SNL Alumnus: Damon Wayans (1985-1986)
- CreatorAl JeanMike ReissStarsJon LovitzNick JamesonMaurice LaMarcheJay Sherman is a New York film critic who has to review films he doesn't like for a living.SNL Alumnus: Jon Lovitz (1985-1990)
- CreatorDavid CaspeStarsEliza CoupeElisha CuthbertZachary KnightonThis Chicago-set sitcom follows the intertwined lives of six young urbanites trying to learn the ropes of adulthood. Through breakups and whatever other curve-balls life throws them, the pals stick together.SNL Alumnus: Casey Wilson (2008-2009)
- StarsJimmy FallonThe RootsSteve HigginsJimmy Fallon hosts the Tonight Show and interviews celebrities, plays games with them and has a musical or comedic guest perform.SNL Alumnus: Jimmy Fallon (1998–2004)
- CreatorJudd ApatowJeff KahnBen StillerStarsBen StillerAndy DickJaneane GarofaloThis comedy/variety show specialized in parodies of movies and television shows and commercials. Often, they would also have a special guest (e.g., a TV actor) join them.SNL Alumni: Ben Stiller (1989), Janeane Garofalo (1994-1995)
- StarsSeth MeyersThe 8G BandFred ArmisenSeth Meyers hosts a late-night talk show.SNL Alumnus: Seth Meyers (2001-2014)
- CreatorKari LizerStarsJulia Louis-DreyfusClark GreggHamish LinklaterA divorced mom tries to keep pace with everyone around her.SNL Alumnus: Julia Louis-Dreyfus (1982-1985)
- CreatorDan HarmonRob SchrabSarah SilvermanStarsSarah SilvermanLaura SilvermanBrian PosehnSarah's immature, only thinks of herself and has no inhibition nor work. Her sister Laura pays her rent. She has a gay couple as neighbors. Laura's seeing cop Jay.SNL Alumnus: Sarah Silverman (1993-1994)
- StarsDennis MillerDavid SpadeJon StewartA weekly talk/comedy show hosted by Dennis Miller. Each show starts off with a topical monologue typical of evening talk shows. After this, Dennis goes into "The Rant" in which he talks about some subject that bothers him, starting calmly but gradually building into a frothing, expletive-laden fenzy, then ending with "that's just my opinion, I could be wrong." He chats with a guest for a few minutes, then finishes with a news segment similar to his "Weekend Update" role on Saturday Night Live.SNL Alumnus: Dennis Miller (1985-1991)
- CreatorBruce HelfordNorm MacDonaldStarsNorm MacDonaldLaurie MetcalfIan GomezNorm Henderson is a former field hockey player who was banned for life for gambling and tax evasion. Now he must do five years of community service as a social worker, or go to prison.SNL Alumnus: Norm Macdonald (1993-1998)
- StarsMartin ShortMichael McKeanBrett GilbertTalk-show parody featuring obese host Jiminy Glick, who usually knows nothing about his guests and hurls veiled insults at them during his interviews.SNL Alumnus: Martin Short (1984-1985)
- CreatorZander LehmannStarsMichaela WatkinsTommy DeweyTara Lynne BarrA comedy series about a bachelor brother and his newly divorced sister living under one roof again. Together, they coach each other through the crazy world of dating while raising her teenage daughter.SNL Alumnus: Michaela Watkins (2008-2009)
- CreatorTracy NewmanJonathan StarkStarsJim BelushiCourtney Thorne-SmithLarry Joe CampbellA television show centered around a macho everyman, his loving wife, and their three precocious children.SNL Alumnus: Jim Belushi (1983-1985)
- CreatorSteven LevitanStarsLaura San GiacomoEnrico ColantoniGeorge SegalHot-tempered journalist Maya got herself fired yet again. Unable to find a job anywhere else and facing eviction, she is forced to go work for Blush, her father's fashion magazine.SNL Alumnus: David Spade (1990-1996)
- CreatorMatt PiedmontHarper SteeleStarsMichael Kenneth WilliamsKristen WiigBérénice MarloheFictional author and filmmaker, Eric Jonrosh, adapts his epic tale of a pianist-turned-detective investigating a murder in the 1950s underground jazz scene.SNL Alumnus: Will Ferrell (1995-2002)
- StarsColin QuinnNick Di PaoloGreg GiraldoA Comedy Central talk show that featured host Colin Quinn and a panel of comedian guests, discussing politics, current events, and social issues.SNL Alumnus: Colin Quinn (1995-2000)
- CreatorMichael PillerShawn PillerStarsAnthony Michael HallNicole de BoerChris BrunoJohnny had the perfect life until he was in coma for six years. When he awoke, he found his fiancee married to another man. His son doesn't know him. Everything's changed, including Johnny. With one touch, he can see things.SNL Alumnus: Anthony Michael Hall (1985-1986)
- CreatorCynthia TrueErik WieseAmy PoehlerStarsAmy PoehlerDee Bradley BakerGrey GriffinOverachieving Honeybee scout, Bessie Higgenbottom, attempts to earn every last Bee Badge.SNL Alumnus: Amy Poehler (2001-2008)
- CreatorMatt PiedmontHarper SteeleStarsTobey MaguireKristen WiigWill FerrellCynthia and Devon are two siblings whose intense love drives everything and everyone around them to ruin.SNL Alumnus: Will Ferrell (1995-2002)
- CreatorEd YeagerStarsJay MohrPaula MarshallRyan MalgariniNewly divorced after fifteen years of marriage, Gary Brooks, a painting contractor, strives to balance work, shared custody of his two children, a controlling ex-wife, and his foxy new girlfriend.SNL Alumnus: Jay Mohr (1993-1995)
- CreatorBrad HallStarsJulia Louis-DreyfusDarren BoydSteve CarellA single woman, Ellie Riggs, tries to navigate her way through the Los Angeles music scene and her own messy personal life. Told in real time, each episode is a linear 22-minute slice of Ellie's life.SNL Alumnus: Julia Louis-Dreyfus (1982-1985)
- StarsMaya RudolphMartin ShortKenan Thompson"Maya and Marty" is a brand new show that blends musical numbers, comedy sketches and celebrity guests into one jam-packed hour of prime-time TV.SNL Alumni: Maya Rudolph (2000-2007), Martin Short (1984-1985)
- CreatorMichael ShowalterDavid WainStarsMarguerite MoreauZak OrthPaul RuddFollows the counselors and campers on their first day at Camp Firewood in the summer of 1981.SNL Alumni: Janeane Garofalo (1994-1995), Amy Poehler (2001-2008), Michaela Watkins (2008-2009), Kristin Wiig (2005-2012)
- CreatorTom HertzStarsPatrick WarburtonMegyn PriceOliver HudsonTwo couples and their single friend, all at different stages in their relationships, deal with the complications of dating, commitment, and marriage.SNL Alumnus: David Spade (1990-1996)
- StarsMartin ShortAlexa TorringtonJacob EwaniukThe Cat in The Hat knows a lot about virtually every thing. With the help of fish, thing 1, and thing 2; the Cat in the Hat teaches kids about many things through song and games.SNL Alumnus: Martin Short (1984-1985)