Adult Swim just dropped the official trailer for Rick and Morty Season 9, and fans are already losing their minds. The new footage shows the Smith family fighting killer couch cushions, Rick pulling Morty out of bed for “training,” and the usual multiverse madness that viewers have loved since 2013.
The trailer arrived on April 6, 2026, giving everyone a solid look at what is coming when the show returns next month. Set to Billy Idol’s “Rebel Yell,” the promo proudly shouts “More! More! More!” while showing random clips of absolute insanity. One moment shows Beth asking why the furniture is attacking them. Another shows Rick dragging a sleepy Morty across the floor.
The trailer ends with a voiceover saying, “Anything is possible when everything is possible: 100 years of Rick and Morty continues with a new season.” Then Rick (voiced by Ian Cardoni) turns to the camera and jokes, “Season nine, baby. Only an indefinite number more.”
Fans on social media ran with that line. Many are referencing the old “100 years” joke from earlier seasons. One fan posted, “Rick said indefinite number more. That means forever. I’m okay with that.” Another wrote, “Season 9 trailer dropped and I already know this show ain’t ever stopping. 100 years baby.”
Season 9 Premieres May 24 With 10 New Episodes
Rick and Morty Season 9 will premiere on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim. The new season has 10 episodes, continuing the show’s usual format.
For viewers outside the United States, the season will debut in more than 170 countries in 42 languages. Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch on HBO Max starting March 26 (though note that date is for the platform change, not the new season). For India, Australia, and Canada, the show will be available through various digital retailers and streaming partners.
Here is the full release breakdown:
- Adult Swim (US) : May 24, 2026 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT
- Digital Purchase (US) : May 25, 2026 (day after premiere)
- Streaming (US) : August 31, 2026
- Global Availability : Over 170 countries in 42 languages
The official synopsis for Season 9 keeps things simple and funny. It reads: “Rick and Morty is back, baby! Season 9 is all certified bangers. No AI slop! Just Grade A organic slop, made by real humans with real human traits like back hair and cysts. Please watch, or we’ll have neglected our families for nothing.”
The Voice Cast Returns With the Full Smith Family
All the main voice actors are coming back for Season 9. Ian Cardoni returns as Rick Sanchez. Harry Belden returns as Morty Smith. The rest of the family is also back.
Sarah Chalke voices Beth Smith and her duplicate Space Beth. Chris Parnell returns as Jerry Smith, the clumsy dad who always tries too hard. Spencer Grammer is back as Summer Smith, the confident older sister who often joins Rick on adventures.
The show is executive produced by Dan Harmon and Scott Marder, who also serves as showrunner. Marder has been running the show since Season 5. Adult Swim has already renewed Rick and Morty through Season 12, so fans do not have to worry about the show ending anytime soon.
Speaking about the new season, Michael Ouweleen, president of Adult Swim, said:
“I know it’s my job to say that this show just keeps topping itself, but it also has the benefit of being true. It’s kind of scary what this show unit is doing season over season — just pouring an absurd amount of talent and brilliance into these episodes. From the first frame, you’re going to see great high‑concept insanity with some of the best character writing ever done.”
The Trailer Shows Killer Furniture and More Chaos
The trailer gives fans a lot to talk about. One standout moment shows the family fighting a monster made entirely of couch cushions. Beth screams, “Why is the furniture attacking us?” while everyone runs around panicking. Another clip shows Rick waking Morty up by pulling him out of bed and yelling, “Rise and shine, motherf—er! It’s time to train.”
The trailer does not give away any major plot points. That is normal for Rick and Morty. The show usually keeps story details hidden until episodes actually air. But the footage makes one thing clear: the animation looks great, the jokes hit hard, and the chaos is turned up to maximum.
Scott Marder, the showrunner, previously said in an online Q&A: “I would say Season 9 will convince everyone we’ve got a full tank of gas left in us. The episode ideas are still REALLY flowing, and Rick still has plenty of mean left in him.”
Fans React to the ‘No AI Slop’ Promise
The official Season 9 description made a very clear promise: “No AI slop.” This refers to recent concerns about artificial intelligence being used in animation and writing. The show’s team wants everyone to know that real humans made this season.
Fans loved this. One viewer wrote on social media, “Thank god. No AI garbage. Just real weirdos making weird cartoons.” Another said, “The back hair and cysts line killed me. That’s how you know it’s real.”
The show has won two Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program. It was also the number one comedy across all of cable during seasons three, four, five, and six. Those numbers show how popular Rick and Morty remains even after all these years.
Some fans noticed that Season 8 had more standalone episodes rather than big story arcs. Dan Harmon addressed this in an interview last year. He said:
“My part of it is, I’ll just always insist on the modular, one-off thing. That is harder to pull off and therefore requires more energy. And serialization is a glorious, wonderful thing that happens automatically to a show that people love.”
That means Season 9 will likely continue mixing random adventures with bigger story moments. The show has also announced a spin-off series called President Curtis, focusing on Keith David’s character. That show is still in the works.
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Where to Watch Rick and Morty Season 9
For viewers in the United States:
- Watch on Adult Swim when it airs May 24
- Buy episodes on digital retailers like Amazon, Apple, and Vudu starting May 25
- Stream all episodes starting August 31
For viewers in the UK and Ireland:
- Rick and Morty is moving to HBO Max starting March 26
- The new season will be available there after the US premiere
For viewers in India:
- Check Prime Video and Apple TV for digital purchases
- Episodes usually become available within 24 hours of US premiere
For viewers in Australia:
- Binge and Foxtel typically carry new episodes
- Digital retailers also offer next-day purchases
For viewers in Canada:
- Adult Swim Canada airs new episodes same night as US
- StackTV and digital stores also have the show
Rick and Morty Season 9 is shaping up to be another wild ride. The trailer has already gotten millions of views across social media platforms. Fans are counting down the days until May 24.
With the show already renewed through Season 12, it seems Rick was right all along. It really might be 100 years of Rick and Morty. Or at least an indefinite number more.
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