Watch Rick and Morty: Streaming Guide for US & UK (2025)

Few animated series spark as many debates — and as many streaming searches — as Rick and Morty. Season 8 kicked off on Adult Swim on 25 May 2025, with UK viewers catching it a week later on E4. This guide cuts through the portal noise, covering every official streaming platform in the US and UK, what each option costs, and what to expect from Season 9.

Total seasons: 8 (Hulu (streaming platform)) ·
Episodes: 81 (Hulu (streaming platform)) ·
Original network: Adult Swim (Adult Swim (official network)) ·
Latest season: Season 8 (2025) (Adult Swim (official network))

The streaming landscape for Rick and Morty varies significantly by region.

Where can I watch Rick and Morty season 8?

Six platforms, two countries — one pattern: the US gets it first. Season 8 airs on Adult Swim every Sunday at 11pm ET/PT, with new episodes arriving on HBO Max the next day. Hulu also carries the full season once it wraps. For UK viewers, the wait is longer.

Which streaming platforms carry season 8?

• Adult Swim (US, free): Recent episodes stream free on the official site (Adult Swim (official network)).
• HBO Max (US, subscription): All episodes including Season 8 are available to subscribers (Adult Swim (official network) positions HBO Max as the primary streaming destination).
• Hulu (US, subscription): Hulu lists 8 seasons and 81 episodes (Hulu (streaming platform)).
• E4 (UK, free): New episodes air Sundays at 9pm, one week after the US broadcast (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• Channel 4 (UK, free with ads): All previous seasons and the first episode of Season 8 available for streaming (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• Amazon Prime Video (UK, pay): Seasons 1–7 and Season 8 episode 1 are available to buy (The Independent (UK news outlet)).

The pattern: US viewers have more same-day options, while UK viewers must plan around delays.

How can I watch Rick and Morty in the UK?

The UK has a straightforward but fragmented landscape. E4 is the free-to-air home, but if you missed the Sunday 9pm slot, your options require either a TV license subscription or a streaming subscription.

E4 free-to-air

• Tune in every Sunday at 9pm on E4 (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• Record with a compatible device or watch live via the Channel 4 streaming service.

Channel 4 streaming

• All seven previous seasons and the first episode of Season 8 are available for free with ads (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• Channel 4+ removes ads for £3.99/month or £39.99 annually (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• The Independent reports that past seasons eventually migrated to Netflix in the UK after a Channel 4 exclusivity period, but that pattern has not been confirmed for Season 8 or 9 (The Independent (UK news outlet)).

Amazon Prime Video

• All seven previous seasons and the first episode of Season 8 are available to buy individually (The Independent (UK news outlet)).
• No subscription to Prime Video is required to purchase episodes, but you need an Amazon account.

The implication: UK viewers need to choose between free but delayed access or paid convenience.

Is Rick and Morty available on Hulu?

Yes, Hulu carries Rick and Morty in the US. Eight seasons are listed on the platform, totaling 81 episodes (Hulu (streaming platform)). The Hulu page confirms availability but does not specify exact season-by-season rights windows.

What you get on Hulu

• All episodes from Season 1 through Season 8
• Access requires a Hulu subscription (plans start at $7.99/month with ads)
• New episodes of Season 8 added after the full season concludes on Adult Swim

The implication: Hulu is a strong choice for US viewers who want the complete catalog without an HBO Max subscription, but you won’t get same-week airings.

Is Rick and Morty on Amazon Prime Video?

In the UK, yes — but not as part of the Prime subscription. Seasons 1–7 and the first episode of Season 8 are available for individual purchase (The Independent (UK news outlet)). In the US, Amazon Prime Video does not include Rick and Morty in its standard library.

UK pricing on Amazon Prime Video

• Each season costs around £10–£15 to buy
• Single episodes can be purchased for around £1.99
• No Prime membership is required to make purchases

The catch: UK viewers pay per season, but own the content permanently.

Is Rick and Morty on Netflix?

Netflix carried some seasons in the UK after a previous Channel 4 exclusivity period, but that arrangement has not been confirmed for Season 8 or 9. The Independent speculates a possible migration, but no official announcement exists (The Independent (UK news outlet)). In the US, Rick and Morty was never widely available on Netflix.

Can I watch Rick and Morty on Disney Plus?

No, Rick and Morty is not available on Disney Plus. The series airs on Adult Swim, which is part of Warner Bros. Discovery, not Disney.

When is Rick and Morty season 9 coming out?

Adult Swim’s official page promotes Season 9 with a premiere date of May 24 at 11pm EST (Adult Swim (official network)). The year is not specified on the page, but given that Season 8 wrapped its US run on 27 July 2025, a May 2026 premiere would fit the typical annual cycle.

Renewal and future episodes

• Adult Swim has ordered 70 additional episodes across multiple seasons (Adult Swim (official network)).
• No official announcement has been made about a specific Season 9 release beyond the May 24 placeholder on Adult Swim’s hub.

The pattern: Adult Swim’s listing suggests a May premiere, but the exact year remains uncertain.

How to watch Rick and Morty: Step-by-step

Two quick guides for the most common scenarios.

How to watch on Adult Swim for free (US)

1. Go to adultswim.com/rick-and-morty
2. Select the episode you want from the season menu
3. Click “Watch” — no login required for recent episodes
4. Older episodes may require a cable provider login

How to watch on Hulu (US)

1. Subscribe to Hulu (plans start at $7.99/month)
2. Search for “Rick and Morty”
3. Select any season or episode
4. Stream on any supported device

The pattern is consistent across platforms: find the service, subscribe or pay per view, and search.

What’s confirmed and what’s still unclear

Confirmed facts

• Rick and Morty seasons 1–7 are available on Adult Swim and HBO Max in the US (Adult Swim (official network))
• Netflix has some seasons in select regions (based on past patterns, though not directly confirmed for Season 8)
• Disney Plus does not carry Rick and Morty

What’s unclear

• Season 9 release date — Adult Swim lists May 24 but no year (Adult Swim (official network))
• Full availability on Netflix outside the US — no official statement from Netflix or Adult Swim
• Whether the UK will get same-day streaming in the future
• Hulu’s exact season-by-season rights windows are not specified (Hulu (streaming platform))

“We’re thrilled to continue the adventures with a massive 70-episode order.”

— Adult Swim, via its official Rick and Morty hub (Adult Swim (official network))

“Avoid social media spoilers because the UK release is a week behind the U.S.”

— Guidance from The Independent (The Independent (UK news outlet))

Two perspectives that define the current viewing experience: the network’s long-term commitment versus the practical spoiler risk for international audiences.

For UK viewers, the choice is clear: set a Sunday 9pm reminder on E4 and mute “Rick and Morty” on social media until Monday morning. Or pay for Channel 4+ and binge at your own pace — but the spoiler window remains the same.

Frequently asked questions

For UK viewers, the key takeaway is clear: plan your viewing around E4’s Sunday slot or invest in a streaming subscription to avoid spoilers.