Rick and Morty season 9 has officially started in the United States. The new season premiered on May 24, 2026, at 11 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim, with 10 weekly episodes planned through July 26. The show returns with its familiar mix of multiverse chaos, dark comedy and sharp pop-culture satire, as noted by Baltimore Chronicle.
When season 9 premiered
The first episode, “There’s Something About Morty,” opened the season on Sunday night. Adult Swim remains the main U.S. home for new episodes. Viewers can watch live through cable, Adult Swim’s app, Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV. Episodes are also available through Adult Swim’s site with a valid TV login.
For fans, this is not a binge drop. It is a weekly rollout built for discussion, theories and spoilers.
Where to watch Rick and Morty season 9
In the U.S., the fastest option is Adult Swim, where new episodes air every Sunday at 11 p.m. ET/PT. Season 9 is also expected to arrive on HBO Max and Hulu from June 15, 2026, with episodes added weekly rather than all at once.
Before the streaming rollout, viewers should check access rules. Some platforms may require a live TV package. Others may offer the season later, episode by episode.
Here is the simple viewing guide:
| Option | U.S. access |
|---|---|
| Adult Swim | Live Sunday premieres |
| Adult Swim app/site | With TV provider login |
| Hulu + Live TV | Live Adult Swim access |
| YouTube TV | Live Adult Swim access |
| HBO Max and Hulu | Weekly from June 15 |
The streaming delay matters for spoilers. Fans who follow Reddit, X or TikTok should watch early. The show usually becomes a meme factory within hours.
Full episode schedule
Season 9 includes 10 episodes. New chapters arrive weekly, keeping the finale for late July. The titles continue the show’s habit of parodying films and pop culture.
| Episode | Title | U.S. date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | There’s Something About Morty | May 24, 2026 |
| 2 | Ricks Days, Seven Nights | May 31, 2026 |
| 3 | Rick Fu Hustle | June 7, 2026 |
| 4 | A Ricker Runs Through It | June 14, 2026 |
| 5 | Jer Bud | June 21, 2026 |
| 6 | Erickerhead | June 28, 2026 |
| 7 | MortGully: The Last Rickforest | July 5, 2026 |
| 8 | Rickuiem Mort a Dream | July 12, 2026 |
| 9 | Salute Your Morts | July 19, 2026 |
| 10 | Field of Dreams | July 26, 2026 |
After the premiere, the main question is not whether the season is strange. It is how far the writers will push the Smith family this time. Rick Sanchez, Morty, Summer, Beth and Jerry remain at the center of the storm.
Why fans are watching closely
The new season lands after the show became a long-running adult animation franchise. Adult Swim has already secured more future seasons, which gives season 9 extra weight. It is not just a return. It is part of a larger plan for the series.
Viewers should know 3 things before watching:
- New episodes air weekly, not all at once.
- Adult Swim gets the episodes first in the U.S.
- HBO Max and Hulu start season 9 later, from June 15.
That schedule makes Rick and Morty season 9 a classic Sunday-night release again. For U.S. fans, the safest route is simple: watch Adult Swim live, then follow streaming updates carefully.
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