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"Rick and Morty" season 9 is almost here and the furniture is attacking everyone! From 'breakfast drugs' to crazy contraptions, anything is possible – so tune in to watch "Rick and Morty": season 9 premiering Sunday, May 24 at 11 p.m. ET/PT.
Not in the U.S. or U.K.? We'll explain how you can watch "Rick and Morty" season 9 online from anywhere with a VPN.
"Rick and Morty" premieres on Adult Swim on Sunday, May 24 at 11 p.m. ET/PT. New episodes also land on HBO Max and Hulu in the U.S. on June 16.
• U.S. — Adult Swim via YouTube TV free trial/HBO Max (June 16)/Hulu (June 16)
• CAN — STACKTV (free trial)
• U.K. — HBO Max
• AUS — HBO Max (May 25)
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN risk-free
The first of the new episodes is one of the major TV releases this week. Titled 'There's Something About Morty', the latest installment explores Rick's crippling loneliness, while Morty worries about side pieces. It is the 82nd episode of the show, and it sounds like it's all about the concept of love — or, at least, a surreal version of love typical of the irreverent style of this bizarre but brilliant comedy series.
This show has produced so many iconic pop culture moments over the years. From the weird and wonderful Pickle Rick to prompting McDonalds to bring back Szechuan sauce, few adult animated shows can say they impact the modern era quite like "Rick and Morty"
Strap in, it's going to be a wild ride. Here's how to watch "Rick and Morty" season 9 episode 1 online with all the streaming details you need below.
Watch 'Rick and Morty' season 9 in the U.S. without cable
You can catch the first episode of "Rick and Morty" season 9 on Adult Swim in the U.S. It will premiere at 11 p.m. PT on Sunday, May 24.
Don't have cable? Don't panic – you can stream AdultSwim via YouTube TV – get your free trial now (U.S. only).
Traveling outside the States? You'll need to use a VPN to access Adult Swim or unblock HBO Max when abroad. We love NordVPN.
Note: You'll have to wait until June 16 to watch it on HBO Max or Hulu.
Watch 'Rick and Morty' season 9 from anywhere
If you're traveling overseas and "Rick and Morty" isn't airing where you're currently located, that doesn't mean you have to miss the show while you're away. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream the show from wherever you are.
We've evaluated many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select a U.S. server from the location list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your usual streaming service app or TV service and watch "Rick and Morty" season 9 online from wherever you are in the world.
How to watch 'Rick and Morty' season 9 in Canada
"Rick and Morty" season 9 episode 1 will premiere in Canada on STACKTV. It'll play on Sunday, May 24, just like in the States.
STACKTV subscriptions start at $12.99/month as an add-on via Amazon Prime, or you can get the service on its own for $14.99/month.
Abroad? Don't panic. You just need one of the best VPNs to log in back home. We recommend NordVPN.
How to watch 'Rick and Morty' in the U.K.
"Rick and Morty" season 9 is streaming on HBO Max. from May 25, at 4 a.m. BST on Adult Swim in the U.K. New episodes will air weekly through July 26.
The show has left its usual home on Channel 4 to join the streamer. HBO Max plans start at £5.99/month – the U.K. is one of the cheaper countries to get Max in.
Abroad and can't access "RIck and Morty"? We recommend NordVPN to unblock HBO Max.
How to watch 'Rick and Morty' S9 online in Australia
"Rick and Morty" season 9 (2026) premieres in Australia on HBO Max on Monday, May 25, just a few hours after it airs in the U.S.
HBO Max plans start at AU$11.99/month
Remember, if you are working or on vacation Down Under and you want to catch the show on your usual domestic streamer you can do so by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
'Rick and Morty' season 9 - trailer
'Rick and Morty' season 9 - Voice cast
- Ian Cardoni Rick Sanchez
- Harry Belden as Morty Smith
- Chris Parnell as Jerry Smith
- Spencer Grammer as Summer Smith
- Sarah Chalke as Beth Smith
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