Sat May 10 07:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Rick and Morty Season 8 Gets May Premiere Date

**NEW YORK, NY** – Adult Swim has announced the highly anticipated return of *Rick and Morty* with Season 8, premiering on **Sunday, May 25th at 11 PM ET/PT**. The announcement, made during Adult Swim’s April Fools’ Day special, concludes months of speculation for fans of the critically acclaimed animated series.

Season 8 promises more of the bizarre adventures, family drama, and interdimensional chaos that have made *Rick and Morty* a global phenomenon. Adult Swim President Michael Ouweleen teased the upcoming season, stating, “We hope you enjoyed our theatre interpretations of Rick and Morty… For the rest of you, we’re glad you now know when Season Eight is starting.”

The new season will be available for digital purchase in the US the day after its television premiere on platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play. Streaming details are still pending, though a full season release is expected on September 1st, 2025, likely on a service such as Hulu or HBO Max. International fans can also look forward to the premiere, with the season launching in over 170 countries and 42 languages.

The official season description hints at further adventures for Rick, Morty, and the rest of the Smith family, including Summer, Jerry, and Beth, even teasing the possibility of Butter Bot’s return.

With a confirmed release date and a global rollout, the countdown is on for the return of this beloved animated series.

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