Lorne Michaels on SNL's Future

In the new Focus Features documentary 'Lorne,' the enigmatic leader of SNL reflects on the show's 50-year legacy and the challenges ahead.

Michaels, now 81, admitted that he is unsure how much longer the show can maintain its cultural dominance as streaming and social media reshape how audiences consume comedy.

While he has no immediate plans to retire, the film captures his disapproval of some modern trends and his concern for the show's next generation.

The documentary features interviews with dozens of former cast members who credit Michaels with shaping their careers.