Adult Swim confirmed that Rick and Morty Season 8 will premiere on May 25, 2025. The announcement came with a twist — a new season opener filled with wild imagery, fresh character designs, and one eye-catching tease that has fans speculating about the return of Memory Rick.

Season 8 premieres this May with a new intro full of surprises

The latest season trailer doubles as a title reveal, giving fans a look at the new opening sequence. In classic Rick and Morty fashion, the intro is packed with random chaos and clever callbacks. We see the Smith family transformed into goats, a twisted thumb-wrestling showdown, and a high-stakes Tetris battle. One of the most notable moments features Rick wearing a headset on Jerry’s skull — a chilling echo of last season’s brain-swapping experiment.

Adult Swim hasn’t confirmed if all these scenarios will appear in the episodes, but the presence of Goat Beth in the key art suggests at least some of it is canon. The sequence doesn’t just tease action — it teases plot. And fans are already connecting the dots.

Memory Rick’s return may ground the season in deeper lore

The final clip in the season teaser seems to reference Memory Rick, the alternate version of Rick introduced in Season 5’s “Rickternal Friendshine of the Spotless Mort.” In that episode, we saw a more carefree, youthful Rick trapped in Bird Person’s mind — a Rick who was fun, optimistic, and distinctly different from the cynical genius we know.

Now, Memory Rick appears to be reemerging — but not in a way fans expected. Last season’s post-credits scene showed Memory Rick trapped inside Jerry’s mind after a brain fusion mishap. The new teaser’s use of the cranial device on Jerry’s head suggests we may be seeing more of Memory Rick soon. Whether he’s an ally, a threat, or just along for the ride, his presence opens up new storytelling possibilities.

One big question remains: is Memory Rick's placement in Jerry's mind intentional? And if so, what’s Rick’s plan for him? Theories abound, but nothing is certain. What is clear is that Memory Rick gives the show a chance to explore its own mythology — and maybe even confront Rick’s personal evolution.

New episode titles hint at chaotic and emotional journeys ahead

Along with the new intro, Adult Swim released the full list of episode titles for Season 8. While cryptic as always, they offer some clues about the direction of the season:

  • “Hot Rick”
  • “Morty’s Glory”
  • “Easter Schmucks”
  • “Citadel Collapse?”
  • “Beth’s Gambit”

These titles suggest we’ll see a mix of holiday parody, family focus, and possibly a revisiting of the shattered Citadel. Fans are especially intrigued by “Hot Rick,” which appears to be the episode tied to the Memory Rick footage. “Beth’s Gambit” could signal a deeper dive into the multiple Beths — and Sarah Chalke has teased she'll be voicing a third type of Beth this season.

Streaming details and global release info

In the U.S., new episodes will air on Adult Swim Sundays at 11 PM ET/PT and will be available for digital purchase the next day on platforms like Amazon, Apple, and Google Play. The full season will drop on streaming services on September 1, 2025. While Adult Swim hasn’t confirmed which platform will host it, previous seasons have appeared on both Hulu and HBO Max.

Internationally, Season 8 will launch in over 170 countries and be translated into 42 languages. Adult Swim is making sure this season reaches the widest audience yet — and fans worldwide won’t have long to wait.

What Season 8 means for the future of Rick and Morty

With Season 8 arriving this May and the show already greenlit through Season 12, the creative team has more room than ever to experiment. The recent NYCC panel revealed the writers are already working on Season 10, and co-showrunner Scott Marder hinted that they’re pushing the boundaries of what the show can be.

Now that Rick Prime is dead and Evil Morty is off pursuing his own agenda, the main show Rick is less tied to old conflicts. That freedom, combined with the return of characters like Memory Rick, could lead to some of the most original — and personal — episodes the series has ever produced.

Whether it’s another wild multiverse romp or a deeper look into Rick’s fractured psyche, Season 8 promises to deliver what fans have come to expect: unpredictable storytelling with a punch.

The countdown is on. And for Rick and Morty fans, that’s all that matters.