Carl Roberts 
Coming to Sky and NOW this March, the writing team for Saturday Night Live UK has been announced. See who’s behind the show here.
“Live from London, It’s Saturday Night Live UK!”
SNL UK has announced the full writing team for the upcoming Sky Original series Saturday Night Live UK, launching Saturday 21 March on Sky and NOW.
Bringing together some of the most exciting comedy talent from across the UK and beyond, the writers’ room features award‑winners, acclaimed stand‑ups, and established television writers. It also includes breakout voices.
Jonno Johnson, previously announced as Head Writer for the series, leads a team that blends seasoned professionals with emerging talent. Moreover, comedy writer and journalist, Charlie Skelton (10 O’Clock Live; 8 Out of 10 Cats), serves as Weekend Update Head Writer.
THE WRITERS
The SNL UK writers are:
Al Roberts (Stath Lets Flats; Starstruck)
Ayo Adenekan (ISH Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer for Black Mediocrity)
Bella Hull (Have I Got News For You; Stand Up Sketch Show)
Celya AB (Live At The Apollo; James Acaster’s Springleaf)
Charlie Skelton (10 O’Clock Live; 8 Out of 10 Cats)
Chris Cantrill (Icklewick FM; Alma’s Not Normal)
Ellie Fulcher (Dramaturg on Eat The Rich (but maybe not me mates x) for Soho Theatre)
Gráinne Maguire (The Last Leg; Late Night Mash)
Hari Kanth (The Now Show; Horrible Science)
Humphrey Ker (Mythic Quest; Welcome to Wrexham)
James Farmer (The Last Leg; 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown)
Jonno Johnson (Co-creator of Year Friends; Writer on Parlement)
Joseph Moore (Guy Montgomery’s Guy-Mont Spelling Bee; Two Hearts)
Keith Akushie (The Franchise; Siblings)
Laura Claxton (Never Mind The Buzzcocks; Have I Got News For You)
Lorna Rose Treen (BBC Radio 4’s Time of the Week; Chortle’s Best Sketch Act Award)
Louis Waymouth (The Late Late Show with James Corden; The Armstrong & Miller Show)
Nathan Foad (Newark, Newark; Our Flag Means Death)
Omar Badawy (So You Think You’re Funny winner)
Omodara Olatunji (Say! Less!)
JONNO JOHNSON
Jonno Johnson, Head Writer, commented:
“The number of funny, talented writers we have got to work on SNL UK is ludicrous. Some of them have been doing this for years, some of them it’s their first ever writing job. All of them make me giddy to come to work each day. Could not imaginably feel luckier that we get to make this show together.”
PHIL EDGAR JONES
Phil Edgar-Jones OBE, Executive Director, Unscripted Originals, Sky, said:
“As SNL UK races towards launch, our brilliant team of writers is already hard at work crafting some sublime and (importantly) funny sketches for our equally brilliant cast to perform. I’ve been lucky enough to attend a couple of table reads and I am delighted to report I cried laughing. We cannot wait to share the fun with a wider audience.”
BEHIND THE SCENES
SNL UK will be produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio’s UK production team and Broadway Video for Sky and NOW. Lorne Michaels is executive producing. James Longman will serve as Lead Producer. Liz Clare as Director, and Jonno Johnson takes on the role of Head Writer. UTAS UK Productions is overseen by Managing Director Helen Kruger Bratt. Shanna Baynard will serve as Executive in Charge of Production. Andy Charles Smith is the Lead Producer for UTAS UK Productions alongside Sam Salter, Production Executive. SNL UK was commissioned by Phil Edgar-Jones, Executive Director of Unscripted Originals at Sky, for Cecile Frot Coutaz, CEO of Sky Studios & Chief Content Officer for Sky. Finally, Lisa Clark serves as Commissioning Executive.
Saturday Night Live UK comes to Sky and streaming service NOW on 21 March.
Introducing Carl! As the News Editor at Future of the Force, Carl has been an invaluable member of our team since early 2016. His expertise and dedication have made him an integral part of our editorial staff. Beyond his professional role, Carl is a fervent supporter of Liverpool F.C. and an avid follower of pop culture. He has a deep passion for Halloween, Friday the 13th, and the iconic movie franchises Star Wars and Star Trek.
He can be found either at his neighborhood cinema, enjoying the latest releases on the big screen, or at home streaming the newest blockbuster movies.
