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Why Can't SNL Make Movie Stars Anymore? (2025x40)

Air date: May 19, 2025

OSaturday Night Live was once the ultimate launching pad for comedy legends. From Bill Murray and Eddie Murphy, to Adam Sandler, Will Ferrell, and more — SNL was the factory that made movie stars. But today? That same magic seems to be missing. Outside of Studio 8H it seems the cast of SNL is all but forgotten, especially when it comes to the big screen. So what happened?