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Rick and Morty season 9

The ninth season of the American adult animated television series *Rick and Morty* premiered on Adult Swim on May 24, 2026.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The ninth season of the American adult animated television series *Rick and Morty* premiered on Adult Swim on May 24, 2026. It is scheduled to run for 10 episodes and follows the continued adventures of Rick Sanchez, Morty Smith, and their family across sci-fi and interdimensional storylines.

Production and release

Season 9 premiered on Adult Swim on May 24, 2026. Coverage indicated that the season was planned as a 10-episode run, with weekly episode releases continuing through July 2026.

Format and premise

As with earlier seasons, the show centers on Rick Sanchez, a scientist, and Morty Smith, his grandson, alongside the wider Smith family. The season continues the series’ blend of science fiction, adventure, and comedy.

Broadcast and streaming

The season aired first on Adult Swim in the United States. Reporting also stated that episodes would later be available on streaming platforms, including HBO Max and Hulu in the U.S.

Key facts

  • Season 9 premiered on Adult Swim on May 24, 2026.
  • The season consists of 10 episodes.
  • Adult Swim was the original U.S. broadcaster for the season.
  • The season continued the show’s established focus on Rick Sanchez, Morty Smith, and their family.
  • Multiple coverage sources listed weekly Sunday releases through late July 2026.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers were relevant to the season’s rollout because media coverage noted international availability and release timing outside the United States, including streaming on HBO Max in some regions.

Frequently asked questions

When did Rick and Morty season 9 premiere?
It premiered on Adult Swim on May 24, 2026.
How many episodes are in season 9?
Season 9 consists of 10 episodes.
Which network aired season 9 first?
Adult Swim aired the season first in the United States.
What kind of show is Rick and Morty season 9?
It is an adult animated television season in the science fiction comedy genre.
Who are the main characters in the season?
The season follows Rick Sanchez, Morty Smith, and their family.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rick_and_Morty_season_9
    Supports: Season 9 premiere date, season number, and original release information.
  2. Radio Times — https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/rick-and-morty-season-9-release-schedule/
    Supports: Season 9 episode count and late-July 2026 episode schedule details.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/rick_and_morty/s09
    Supports: Network, genre, release date, and season description.
  4. Space.com — https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/rick-and-morty-season-9-release-date-and-how-to-watch-adult-swims-zany-sci-fi-satire
    Supports: Premiere timing, 10-episode season length, and streaming availability information.
  5. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/rick-and-morty-season-9-release-date
    Supports: Weekly release pattern, total episode count, and episode titles/schedule.
  6. MLive — https://www.mlive.com/tv/2026/05/rick-and-morty-is-back-on-adult-swim-where-to-stream-the-new-season.html
    Supports: Adult Swim premiere, streaming availability on HBO Max and Hulu, and series background.