The answer to “What channel is Adult Swim on?” is, literally, Cartoon Network. Adult Swim is a nightly programming block on Cartoon Network that focuses on adult-oriented content, in contrast to the kid-friendly shows that air earlier in the day.
So whether you’re looking to watch reruns of Rick & Morty or trying to catch new episodes of Common Side Effects, I’ve got the channel numbers for Adult Swim in 56 U.S. cities on providers like Spectrum and DIRECTV.
Adult Swim is also available to stream on both live TV and on-demand streaming services. Keep reading for all the details on how and where to watch Adult Swim.
What channel is Adult Swim on near me?
If you’re wondering where you can watch Adult Swim in your area, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve compiled the local Adult Swim channel numbers in over 50 top U.S. cities. (Psst—Adult Swim airs on the same channel as Cartoon Network.)
If your city isn’t listed below, type your zip into the search-finder tool above to get details on TV providers in your area.
Adult Swim channel numbers in major U.S. cities
| City | Cox channel | DIRECTV channel | DISH channel | Optimum channel | Spectrum channel | Xfinity channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 61 |
| Anchorage, AK | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| Atlanta, GA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 65 | 62 |
| Austin, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 43 | — |
| Bakersfield, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| Baltimore, MD | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 42 |
| Boston, MA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 60 |
| Bronx, NY | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | 32/128 | 61 | — |
| Brooklyn, NY | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | 32/128 | 27/61 | — |
| Buffalo, NY | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 45 | — |
| Charlotte, NC | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 53 | — |
| Chicago, IL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 56 |
| Cincinnati, OH | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 27 | — |
| Cleveland, OH | 51 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 66 | — |
| Colorado Springs, CO | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 77 |
| Columbus, OH | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 36 | — |
| Dallas, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 64 | — |
| Denver, CO | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 31 |
| Detroit, MI | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 47 |
| El Paso, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 62 | — |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 52 |
| Fort Worth, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 64 | — |
| Fresno, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 52 |
| Honolulu, HI | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 440 | — |
| Houston, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 22 |
| Indianapolis, IN | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 53 | 41 |
| Jacksonville, FL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 81/124 |
| Kansas City, MO | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 58 | — |
| Las Vegas, NV | 46 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 66 | — |
| Louisville, KY | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 52 | — |
| Memphis, TN | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 36/124 |
| Miami, FL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 52/124 |
| Milwaukee, WI | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 57 | — |
| Minneapolis, MN | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 42 |
| Nashville, TN | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 81/127 |
| New Orleans, LA | 64 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| New York, NY | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | 32/128 | 61 | — |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 52 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| Orlando, FL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 36 | 60/124 |
| Philadelphia, PA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 32/126 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 53 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | — |
| Pittsburgh, PA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 65 |
| Portland, OR | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 42 |
| Sacramento, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 49 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 29 |
| San Antonio, TX | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 45 | — |
| San Diego, CA | 50 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 62 | — |
| San Francisco, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 56 |
| San Jose, CA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 45 | 54 |
| Seattle, WA | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 42 |
| St. Louis, MO | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 45 | — |
| St. Paul, MN | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 39 | 48 |
| Tampa, FL | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | 58 | 80 |
| Tucson, AZ | 58 | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 49 |
| Washington, DC | — | 296/297 | 176/177 | — | — | 45 |
Data effective as of post date.
Get Adult Swim with cable or satellite TV
Adult Swim is available to watch on most traditional TV providers on the Cartoon Network channel. I’ve listed out a few of the best of the best below.
| Provider | Price | Adult Swim | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIRECTV | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV Read DIRECTV review |
| DISH | $91.99–$121.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DISH Read DISH review |
| Spectrum | $40.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Spectrum Read Spectrum review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Get Adult Swim with a live TV streaming service
Here are the live TV streaming services that offer the Cartoon Network channel, where Adult Swim shows air daily starting at 5 p.m.
| Provider | Price | Adult Swim | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIRECTV Streaming App + Device | $84.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for DIRECTV STREAM Read DIRECTV Streaming review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for Hulu Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ |
View Plans for YouTube TV Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
Watch Adult Swim on Max
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
It sucks that Max has become increasingly anti-animation recently, but I can’t deny that it’s still the best place to binge Adult Swim shows.
Max has got Adult Swim classics like Aqua Teen Hunger Force, popular favorites like Rick and Morty, and new hits like Common Side Effects. Plus, if you also want some regular ole Cartoon Network shows, Max has got a bunch of those, too. We’re talking Courage the Cowardly Dog, Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, and tons more.
What’s on Adult Swim?
Adult Swim airs mostly adult-oriented animated content. Some of their shows have been airing for over a decade (like, am I the only person who didn’t know Rick and Morty is still on TV?), while new hits like Common Side Effects have recently been renewed for a second season.
Some current Adult Swim shows
- Common Side Effects
- Invincible Fight Girl
- Lazarus
- My Adventures with Superman
- Off the Air
- Oh My God… Yes!
- Primal
- Rick and Morty
- Smiling Friends
- YOLO
What is Adult Swim?
Adult Swim is a programming block that airs nightly on Cartoon Network. In contrast to the kid-friendly content shown on Cartoon Network during the day, Adult Swim airs both original programming and syndicated content aimed towards an adult audience (hence the name).
Thanks to these differing demographics, Cartoon Network actually treats Adult Swim as a separate network, with Nielsen reporting Cartoon Network and Adult Swim programming separately. Surprisingly, Adult Swim was the only one of the two channels to reach the top 100 channels last year.
What channel is Adult Swim on FAQ
Is Adult Swim channel free?
The Adult Swim channel is not free. You’ll need a paid subscription to a traditional TV provider like DIRECTV or a live TV streaming service like YouTube TV to watch Adult Swim.
That said, Adult Swim does have free, 24/7 content streams on their website, showing programs like Rick and Morty, Robot Chicken, and The Eric Andre Show on a loop.
Does Adult Swim have its own streaming service?
Adult Swim does not have its own streaming service. However, most Adult Swim shows, both old and those currently airing, are available to watch on Max.
