It's Saturday night, which means an all-new episode of "Saturday Night Live" is coming to your airwaves.
After going dark for the summer, the late-night comedy show returns with four star-studded shows to usher in season 52. For the second show of the season, actress Dakota Johnson, who starred in the newly released movie "Verity," will host the Oct. 3 show. She was also featured in her friend Taylor Swift's music video for "Patient Zero."
Ready to laugh? Here's what to know about the Oct. 3 show, including how to watch.
Who's hosting the Oct. 3 episode of 'SNL'?
Third time's the charm for Dakota Johnson, as the actress is set to host "Saturday Night Live." The star, best known for her roles in the "Fifty Shades" trilogy, is no stranger to the Studio 8H, as she made her hosting debut back
in 2015.
Aside from her hosting stints, Johnson also appeared as a guest on the "Saturday Night Live 40th Anniversary Special" and made a cameo during the show's Dec. 13, 2025 episode, showing up mid-song during music guest Lilly Allen's performance of "Madeline."
Who is the musical guest for 'Saturday Night Live' on Oct. 3?
Johnson will be joined by Baltimore-based rock band Turnstile as the episode's musical guest.
The band, which is currently in the midst of its The Never Enough Tour Pt. 2, is touring across the country before heading overseas next year. According to NBC, the band actually rescheduled a planned Oct. 3 show in Oklahoma City to make its "SNL" debut. (The band moved the concert back to Monday, Oct. 5.)
Turnstile was formed in 2010 and currently consists of the following members: Brendan Yates (vocals), Franz Lyons (bass), Daniel Fang (drums), Pat McCrory (guitar) and Meg Mills (guitar).
'SNL' hosts announced for season 52 so far
Here are the upcoming "Saturday Night Live" season 52 hosts and musical guests:
- Oct. 3: Dakota Johnson and Turnstile.
- Oct. 10: Shane Gillis and Rosalía.
- Oct. 31: Inde Navarrette and Gracie Abrams.
FIRST FOUR OF SEASON 52!!! pic.twitter.com/m8F1Hnf1gS
— Saturday Night Live (@nbcsnl) September 9, 2026
How to watch 'Saturday Night Live' on Sept. 26
All episodes of "SNL" premiere Saturday nights at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC. Those wanting to stream the show live can do so with a Peacock premium subscription, or stream new episodes the next day with a basic Peacock subscription.Hulu + Live TV subscribers, or anyone with a streaming service that offers live TV capabilities, can also stream the show live on Saturday nights.
Watch 'SNL' on Peacock
The show will be available to stream with a regular Hulu subscription Sunday, the day after a new episode airs.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: One of Taylor Swift's best friends to host 'SNL' tonight. How to watch
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