Dakota Johnson hosts Saturday Night Live tonight, just hours after her new film Verity hits theaters. The psychological thriller, co-starring Anne Hathaway and Josh Hartnett, opens nationwide on Friday, October 3 — a timing that’s no accident. Johnson’s return to Studio 8H marks her third stint as host, and she’s bringing the energy of a major movie launch with her. The episode airs live at 11:30 p.m. ET on NBC, or stream it on Peacock, though only with a paid subscription. For those without cable, a digital antenna tuned to the local NBC channel will do, free of charge. The musical guest? Turnstile, the Baltimore rock band fresh off Grammy wins for Best Rock Album (NEVER ENOUGH) and Best Metal Performance (“BIRDS”). It’s their first appearance on SNL. The show’s Season 52 continues its momentum, but this week’s episode is already drawing attention not just for the lineup, but for the sheer volume of content hitting screens at once. Johnson’s film, the band’s debut, and the sketch comedy series all converge in one night. That’s not a coincidence. It’s a rollout. And if you’re watching, you’re part of it. The next question isn’t whether to tune in. It’s what happens when the credits roll.
Photo via Just JaredJohnson Hosts SNL on Opening Night of Her New Film
Dakota Johnson hosts SNL the same night her thriller Verity opens — and Turnstile makes their debut.
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