"Adults" is coming back for a second season, but before it does there's a special prequel episode, titled "Marathon Day" which offers fresh insight into this unique group of friends.
Below is our guide to how to watch "Adults: Marathon Day" from anywhere — live or on demand — including how to tune in with a VPN.
"Adults: Marathon Day" premieres on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 1 p.m. ET/10 p.m. PT
• WATCH LIVE — FXX live via YouTube TV
• U.S. — Stream on Hulu from July 31
• Global — Stream on Disney+ from August 1
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free
Go back to a time before "Adults" even began and see Paul Baker's origin story, as well as finding out how Samir, Billie, Anton, and Issa first met. Creators Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw and director Jonathan Krisel have put together a prequel for their hit show, and it's going global.
"Marathon Day" is only 20 minutes long, but it'll pack in a lot of story to finally reveal the truth about where Paul came from and how he united this group of friends. It's all good preparation for season 2 of the show, which premieres on August 27.
If you're keen to go back to the origins of these characters ahead of season 2, check out the following information regarding how to watch "Adults: Marathon Day" with live viewing and streaming options available.
How to watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' for FREE
"Adults: Marathon Day" is available to watch live and free even if you don't have cable.
You can watch the special episode via YouTube TV or Fubo which both have free trials and carry the FXX channel.
Remember, you'll need a VPN to watch if you're not in the U.S. right now. We recommend NordVPN.
Watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' from anywhere
Traveling when "Adults: Marathon Day" airs? A VPN, or virtual private network, can make your device appear to be back in your home country so you can log in to the streaming services you already pay for while you’re away.
We’ve tested all the major options, and NordVPN remains one of the best VPN services right now. It’s fast, easy to use, and works across phones, laptops, tablets, streaming sticks, and smart TVs. There’s also a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it with very little risk.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favourite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're outside the U.S. but want to watch the show as usual, you'd select a U.S. server from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head over to Hulu and watch "Adults: Marathon Day" as normal.
Watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' in the U.S.
In the U.S., "Adults: Marathon Day" airs on FXX. It premieres on Friday, July 31, at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT on FXX.
You can stream FXX live through services such as Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV, with Sling Blue carrying the channel in select markets.
But, what if you miss the live broadcast? The prequel episode lands on Hulu and will be available for on-demand streaming.
If you're outside the U.S. when the show airs, you can use a VPN such as NordVPN to access your usual services while traveling.
Watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' in Canada
In Canada, you can stream "Adults: Marathon Day" on Disney+ from August 1.
The cheapest subscription plan starts at CA$8.99/month.
Travelers from the U.S. visiting Canada can also use a VPN to access their home subscriptions.
How to watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' in the U.K.
You can stream "Adults: Marathon Day" on Disney+ in the U.K. from Saturday, August 1.
Prices start at £5.99/month in the U.K..
NordVPN can help you sign in to Disney+ if you're outside Blighty at the moment.
How to watch 'Adults: Marathon Day' in Australia
It is the same process in Australia, with "Adults: Marathon Day" set to stream on-demand on Disney+ from August 1.
Disney+ starts at AU$9.99/month in Australia.
If you're traveling and already subscribe to a service carrying the show in your home region, a VPN like NordVPN is the easiest way to keep watching without disruption.
'Adults' - cast
- Malik Elassal as Samir Rahman
- Lucy Freyer as Billie Schaeffer
- Jack Innanen as Paul Baker
- Amita Rao as Issa
- Owen Thiele as Anton Evans
- Charlie Cox as Mr. Teacher
- Rachel Marsh as Carly
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