Focus Features has released the official trailer for LORNE, the documentary that chronicles the life and career of Lorne Michaels. The documentary is directed by Academy Award winner Morgan Neville. Neville previously directed the Oscar-winning 20 Feet from Stardom and the critically acclaimed Won’t You Be My Neighbor?. Lorne promises “an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse” at the man behind Saturday Night Live for the last 50 years. The documentary will premiere in theaters on April 17. Keep reading to check out the trailer for the upcoming documentary.

Lorne Trailer

About Lorne

From Morgan Neville, Academy Award-winning filmmaker of 20 FEET FROM STARDOM and WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR, comes 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 Michaels stars in director Morgan Neville’s documentary LORNE, a Focus Features release. Credit: Courtesy of Focus Features. © 2026 All Rights Reserved.

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