Lorne

About Lorne

An unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built the inimitable empire of comedy, shaping television and culture for generations. The documentary features exclusive footage, archival treasures, and candid interviews with the show’s most iconic cast members and writers including Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, John Mulaney, Andy Samberg, Conan O’Brien, Chris Rock and many more.

Lorne (2026) is a documentary film directed by Morgan Neville. At 101 minutes long, it arrived in April 2026.

The film is filed under biographical documentary, sketch comedy, new york city, and behind the scenes.

Lorne Michaels stars as Self, Steve Higgins as Self, Michael Che as Self, and Colin Jost as Self. The screenplay is by Alan Lowe and Jake Hostetter. Produced by Tremolo Productions. In the United States it streams on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus.

Miss Americana, Saturday Night, and Woody Allen: A Documentary make useful companions to Lorne. It carries a R rating.