What was the first episode of ‘SNL’ really like? Fact vs. fiction in ‘Saturday Night’

The movie titled “Saturday Night” offers a behind-the-scenes portrayal of the intense, tumultuous 90 minutes prior to the initial airing of “Saturday Night Live.” Directed by Jason Reitman, this film focuses on the daring team of writers and performers who played instrumental roles in establishing an enduring comedy empire on NBC that has confounded expectations by lasting for fifty years.