Tue Apr 01 04:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Rick and Morty Season 8 Premiere Date Announced After Hilarious April Fool’s Day Special
**Atlanta, GA** – Adult Swim pulled off a unique announcement for the highly anticipated eighth season of *Rick and Morty*. Instead of a straightforward press release, the network premiered a 30-minute surprise special, airing at midnight on April Fool’s Day, featuring a live-action theatrical reimagining of classic *Rick and Morty* moments. The special, which also streamed on YouTube, culminated in the reveal of the season 8 premiere date: May 25th at 11 p.m. EDT on Adult Swim, with the episodes landing on Max the following day.
The special, while seemingly a playful April Fool’s prank, genuinely showcased the potential of a live *Rick and Morty* production, featuring scenes like the Cthulhu chase and the iconic Pickle Rick. Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen, in a press release, joked about the possibility of a Broadway adaptation while confirming the seriousness of the season 8 premiere date.
Details on the new season remain scant, with the official synopsis simply promising the return of Rick, Morty, Summer, Jerry, Beth, and a host of familiar faces for another round of interdimensional adventures. The network teased new challenges and adventures, hinting at the possibility of Butter Bot receiving a new assignment.
Starring Ian Cardoni, Harry Belden, Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, and Spencer Grammer, *Rick and Morty* season 8 is poised to continue its reign as a cult classic. Fans can prepare for a return to the wildly unpredictable and hilarious world of the Smith family on May 25th.
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