After 10 episodes of dimension-hopping adventures, “Rick and Morty” Season 9 comes to a close tonight. The season finale airs Sunday, July 26, at 11 p.m. ET / 8 p.m. PT on Adult Swim, leading directly into the series premiere of the new spinoff “President Curtis.”
Cord-cutters can watch for free on DIRECTV (5-day free trial) and other streaming services listed below.
Where to watch ‘Rick and Morty’ live and on demand for free
Viewers without cable can stream “Rick and Morty” for free via DIRECTV. The live TV streaming service includes live access to Adult Swim and a 5-day free trial, allowing viewers to watch at no cost. Cancel anytime.
Sling also carries Adult Swim and offers one-day, weekend, or weekly passes for a one-time payment starting at $4.99 for those looking to watch without a monthly subscription.
Episodes will be available to stream the next day on HBO Max, which you can bundle with Disney+ and Hulu to save 42% compared to subscribing separately.
What are the differences between the streaming services?
DIRECTV – Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news, and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts as low as $19.99/month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.
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5-day free trial
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Sling – With plans starting at $45.99/month, Sling offers customizable channel lineups for sports, news, and entertainment. Now, Sling adds even more value with passes that let you stream live TV without a subscription: just $4.99 for a day, $9.99 for the weekend or $14.99 for a full week. These one-time payments are perfect if you just want to watch a single show, live game or special event. No commitment, no auto-renewal, just affordable access when you need it.
Sling
Starting at $45.99
Bundle Sling’s Blue and Orange plans for $60.99, or get Sling Blue with USA Network for $45.99.
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With so many streaming platforms and ever-changing subscription prices, it’s always worth checking the latest free trials and promo deals to make sure you’re getting the best value when tuning in.
What to expect from ‘Rick and Morty’ Season 9
The two-time Emmy Award-winning animated sci‑fi comedy “Rick and Morty” follows genius scientist Rick Sanchez and his grandson Morty as they travel across infinite realities, juggling chaotic interdimensional adventures with family dynamics back on Earth.
According to Adult Swim, the new season promises “bigger, bolder” storytelling with a mix of high-concept sci‑fi and character-driven moments. Network president Michael Ouweleen said the show continues to push itself creatively, calling the upcoming episodes some of the most ambitious yet.
The voice cast includes Ian Cardoni as Rick and Harry Belden as Morty, alongside returning stars Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, and Spencer Grammer. The series is executive-produced by Dan Harmon and showrunner Scott Marder.
