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After a week of headlines and a sudden disappearance from TV, Jimmy Kimmel Live! is back on the air. The late-night show returned Sept. 23, just days after Disney-owned ABC announced it was pulling the plug over Jimmy Kimmel’s comments surrounding the death of Charlie Kirk. If you’re wondering where to watch Jimmy Kimmel Live!, it’s back in its usual slot (11:35 p.m. ET) on ABC weeknights in select markets, and new episodes land on Hulu the next day. So whether you’re staying up late or catching up after work, Kimmel’s return is easy to find.
The situation started after his Sept. 15 monologue, where Kimmel commented on attempts to spin Kirk’s death for political points. The FCC weighed in, ABC and Disney bosses hit pause, and for a moment it looked like one of late night’s longest-running shows might be gone for good.
When Kimmel came back, though, he got emotional during his opening monologue, admitting key pointers, “It was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man,” as well as, “this show is not important, what is important is that we get to live in a country that allows us to have a show like this.“ It was a direct answer to critics and a reminder that free speech is the entire reason shows like his can exist.
If you’re ready to dive back in and see what Kimmel has to say next, you’ve got a few options: watch live on ABC, stream the next day on Hulu, or catch it through services like Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and more if you’ve cut the cord. However you watch, Kimmel’s back where he belongs, tackling tough headlines and proving why silencing him never should’ve been the answer in the first place.
Two of the country’s largest affiliate owners (Sinclair and Nexstar) had previously decided not to carry Kimmel’s return across dozens of ABC stations. But, as of Sept. 26, Sinclair and Nexstar have both agreed to restore Kimmel to its ABC affiliates starting Friday, with Sinclair starting the trend and Nexstar following shortly after. That means every single market will now host Kimmel again.
Watch Kimmel’s first monologue back below, which aired on Sept. 23.
How to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Hulu + Live TV
If you’re looking for the easiest way to keep up with Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Hulu + Live TV is a solid pick. You’ll be able to catch the show as it airs on ABC, and if you miss a night, episodes are ready to stream the very next day. On top of that, the package includes over 90 live channels, unlimited DVR, and bundled access to Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN Select — all starting at $82.99/month.
How to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! on DIRECTV STREAM
With DIRECTV STREAM, ABC is part of every core package, so you’ll be covered for Jimmy Kimmel Live! no matter which tier you choose. Plans start at $84.99/month (with a $35 discount on your first month) and include 90+ channels. There’s also a little bonus — subscribers get bundled access to Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN Unlimited, which makes it a nice all-in-one option if you’re already juggling multiple services. And if you’re mainly tuning in for the headlines and late-night monologues, the lighter MyNews package runs $39.99/month and still gives you ABC plus 10+ news channels.
How to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Fubo
Fubo makes catching Jimmy Kimmel Live! simple — ABC comes standard with every plan. Base packages kick off at $84.99/month (with $30 off your first month) and unlock 230+ channels to flip through. If you’re more into sports than general entertainment, the plan is $55.99/month (with $10 off your first month). It pares things down to around 28 channels centered on sports but still keeps must-haves like ABC included.
How to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Sling TV
Sling TV is one of the more budget-friendly ways to keep up with Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC. The Orange + Blue plan runs about $65.99/month and includes ABC along with other big names like ESPN, FOX, and NBC. Pricing can vary depending on where you live, and if you don’t feel like locking into a full subscription, Sling also offers flexible day, week, and weekend passes so you can tune in on your own terms.
How to Watch Jimmy Kimmel Live! from anywhere with a VPN
Streaming Jimmy Kimmel Live! outside the U.S.? The easiest workaround is using a VPN. Options like , ExpressVPN, and Private Internet Access let you switch your virtual location to a U.S. server in just a few clicks. From there, log in to your streaming service of choice and you’ll be ready to catch every monologue and late-night moment no matter where you are in the world.
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