Peacock's new docuseries has the massive task of defining a show that has defined culture for decades, as it peers into cast auditions, the writers room, the iconic cowbell sketch and the 1985-1986 season that almost canceled the show.

Four-part docuseries starts as a typical self-congratulatory tribute. Then it drills down to specific highs and lows, and delivers the goods

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night” is available for streaming as of Thursday, January 16. Watch the trailer here, and access the new documentary today on Peacock.