The Emmy-winning animated series Rick and Morty is back for its eighth season. The irreverent series about a mad scientist and his grandson's adventures across the universe premiered in May on Adult Swim. New episodes are dropping weekly through July 27.
The series, which stars Ian Cardoni, Harry Belden, Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, and Spencer Grammer will also be airing in over 170 countries, so whether you're in the U.S. or abroad, here's everything you need to know about how to watch Rick and Morty Season 8, including where to stream it and how to watch it with the help of a VPN if you don't have cable. When does Rick and Morty Season 8 premiere? Season 8 of Rick and Morty premiered on Sunday, May 25.
The series won't land on streaming in the U.S. until after the entire season wraps up — so if you're used to watching Rick and Morty on HBO Max, heads up that you'll have to wait until Sept. 1 to catch Season 8. What channel is Rick and Morty Season 8 on? Rick and Morty airs on Adult Swim.
After an entire season is finished airing, it will eventually stream on HBO Max. It is however already available to stream on HBO Max in Australia… How to watch Rick and Morty season 8 without cable: There are several ways you can watch Rick and Morty without cable. Adult Swim is available on several platforms, including DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV.
Warner Bros. Discovery has also confirmed that episodes will be available to stream in the U.S. on Max, but not until Sept. 1. Watch Adult Swim on Hulu Hulu + Live TV A Hulu with Live TV subscription, which starts at $82.99 per month, will give you access to Adult Swim and dozens of other live TV channels, so you can watch shows like Rick and Morty when they air live, or later on demand with the help of this package's unlimited DVR.
A Hulu subscription also gets you access to Hulu Originals like The Handmaid's Tale, Only Murders in the Building and The Great, plus all FX shows like Justified: City Primeval, The Bear and Reservation Dogs. If you've never signed up before, Hulu offers a free three-day trial on Hulu with Live TV. Try free for 3 days at Hulu Rick and Morty Season 8 trailer: Where to watch past episodes of Rick and Morty: While the new season of Rick and Mortys won't be immediately available on Max (you'll have to wait until it arrives on Sept. 1), you can catch the past seven seasons on demand on the platform now.
Stream 'Rick and Morty' HBO Max (ad-supported) Max, aka "the one to watch," is the place to stream shows from Adult Swim, including Rick and Morty. Plus, you can get access to shows including The White Lotus, The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, Dune: Prophecy and more. Ad-supported Max Basic plans start at $10/month, while the Standard (ad-free) Plan is $16.99/month or $169.99/year.
$9.99/month at HBO Max How to stream Rick and Morty with a VPN: If you don't have cable but still want to stream Season 8 of Rick and Morty as new episodes are released, all it takes is a VPN. By using a VPN, you can access new episodes of Rick and Morty when they air in other countries and stream them on demand after they premiere. Just note that the premiere dates may vary.
For example, it's scheduled to debut June 1 in the U.K. on Channel 4's My4, and May 26 on the Australian version of HBO Max (though you'll still need your US HBO subscription to watch it). Just set your VPN location to the U.K. or Australia, respectively. Advertisement Advertisement A VPN (virtual private network) helps protect your data, can mask your IP address and is perhaps most popular for being especially useful in the age of streaming.
Whether you’re looking to watch Friends on Netflix (which left the U.S. version of the streamer back in 2019) or tune in to overseas broadcasts, a VPN can help you out. Looking to try a VPN for the first time? This guide breaks down the best VPN options for every kind of user.
Stream 'Rick and Morty' ExpressVPN ExpressVPN offers “internet without borders,” meaning you can stream Rick and Morty as it airs without having to wait until the season drops on Max in September. You'll need to do is sign up for ExpressVPN, change your server location to one in the U.K. or Australia, and tune in to Channel 4 or Max, respectively, to stream new episodes after the premiere. ExpressVPN’s added protection, speed and range of location options makes it an excellent choice for first-time VPN users looking to stretch their streaming abilities, plus, it's Engadget's top pick for the best streaming VPN.
New users can save 49% when they sign up for ExpressVPN’s 12-month subscription. Plus, the service offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, in case you're nervous about trying a VPN. From $4.99/month at ExpressVPN More ways to watch Rick and Morty:
