Rick and Morty Season 9 Episode 9 Debuts July 19, Episode 3 Review Praises Martial Arts Action

The ninth episode of Rick and Morty Season 9 is scheduled to air on Adult Swim on Sunday, July 19 at 8 p.m. PT (11 p.m. ET) in the United States. The episode will become available on Hulu and HBO Max 24 hours later, with international streaming windows ranging from early morning in the UK to evening in Australia and New Zealand.

Episode 3, titled “Rick Fu Hustle,” shifts from the series’ recent emotional tone to a comedy‑driven martial‑arts storyline. Rick refuses to apologize after a mystical death‑punch from martial artist Liu Sin, prompting a series of increasingly elaborate scientific gadgets to avoid taking steps forward. The episode balances absurd combat with a heartfelt moment when Morty, injured by the punch, receives protective concern from Rick. Critics note the episode’s entertaining homage to kung‑fu cinema, although some sub‑plots feel under‑developed.