Throughout its time on TV, 'Saturday Night Live' has gone through some changes. For one thing, cast members make bank now, compared to the starting salary of $800 per week of yesteryear.

Another thing that hasn't changed? The fact that critics like to pick the show apart every single week.

And fans admit that the show isn't perfect, and that 'SNL' just isn't for everyone. But there's one thing that they clapped back about, and they want critics to understand this point.

Critics Like To Say That 'SNL' 'Used To Be' Better

A common complaint about 'SNL' is that it used to be better. For some critics, that means the sketches used to be longer, versus shortened for the benefit of social media recaps. But others will complain that the jokes aren't funny, or that the crew tries too hard to be more politically correct.

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There are also complaints about the hosts the show brings on, and sometimes the musical acts, too. They absolutely can't please everyone, of course, but to answer critics' complaints about the show being better before? Fans have one thing to say.

Fans Think The Quality Of 'SNL' Hasn't Changed

One viewer noted that after watching 'SNL' for the first time, they really weren't impressed. Catching a 2018-era episode, the viewer admitted they didn't understand the appeal of the comedy show.

Commenters were quick to respond that the new viewer probably just hadn't seen some of the better episodes. Because a common complaint is that the quality of 'SNL' has dipped over the years. But is there any truth to that? Fans say there isn't, but their explanation as to why is pretty surprising.

Even Super-Fans Admit 'SNL' Has Always Had Problems

Fans disagree that the quality changed because they say it's always been bad. Well, not exactly. Most seem to agree that it's not the show that has gone downhill; it's their memories.

One commenter suggested that 'SNL' has "always been about 15% funny," and that the sketches are hit or miss. That Redditor elaborated that it's like people who say "I remember when music was good," but they're remembering only the good parts or maybe their favorites.

Other commenters agreed that it's a similar scenario, where the folks who say 'SNL' "used to be" good are remembering some of their favorite sketches rather fondly. But in reality, a certain percentage always tank, and another (smaller) percentage becomes popular and gets all the laughs.

The bottom line? Just watch a few more episodes, fans say -- and viewers are bound to come across a sketch they think is hilarious... Eventually!

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