When it comes to casting, “Saturday Night Live” producers will find plenty of talent in London’s comedy scene, which is “booming,” Mr. Boosey said. In the past, improv has not been as popular in Britain as in the United States, he said. But that’s changing.

The late-night sketch comedy series, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, will debut a British edition on Sky in 2026. Creator Lorne Michaels will executive produce Saturday Night Live UK.

Live" creator Lorne Michaels will executive produce a U.K. version of the show coming to Britain and Ireland, Sky announced Thursday.