AceShowbiz - Jason Reitman's upcoming film about the debut night of "Saturday Night Live" has been officially titled "Saturday Night". The movie will premiere in theaters on October 11, marking the 49th anniversary of the show's premiere.

The film, previously known as "SNL 1975", offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the moments leading up to the iconic sketch series' first broadcast. Directed by Reitman, the cast includes Gabriel LaBelle as Lorne Michaels, Cooper Hoffman as Dick Ebersol, and Rachel Sennott as Rosie Shuster.

Reitman and Gil Kenan penned the screenplay after interviewing original cast, writers, and crew members. The film also features Dylan O'Brien as Dan Aykroyd, Lamorne Morri as Garrett Morris, Cory Michael Smith as Chevy Chase, and Ella Hunt as Gilda Radner, among others.

Nicholas Braun portrays Jim Henson, while Jon Batiste composes the score and plays keyboardist Billy Preston, the show's first musical guest. The film is poised for an awards season release, targeting Toronto International Film Festival as a potential premiere platform.

As Sony Pictures announced the release date on Tuesday, Reitman expressed excitement about sharing the story of the show's humble beginnings and the impact it has had over the past decades.