Quick answer · Season 1
JAŸ-Z IN 8 season 1 is airing now on HBO. Episode 5, "Chapter Five", is on Friday, October 2, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT.
The finale is Friday, October 9, 2026.
- U.S. premiere
- September 18, 2026
- Where
- HBO
- Time
- 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT
- Episodes
- 8
- Finale
- October 9, 2026
Where to watch JAŸ-Z IN 8 season 1 in the U.S.
Season 1 episode schedule
| Ep. | Title | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapter One | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 2 | Chapter Two | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 3 | Chapter Three | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 4 | Chapter Four | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 5 | Chapter Five | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Next |
| 6 | Chapter Six | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 7 | Chapter Seven | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
| 8 | Chapter Eight | [1] | 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT national slot | Listed |
Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.
About JAŸ-Z IN 8
JAŸ-Z IN 8 is a music and documentary series on HBO that first aired in 2026. Season 1 began on Friday, September 18, 2026, airing Fridays 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CT).
Season 1: Season 1 of JAŸ-Z IN 8 on HBO.
- Network / service: HBO (first aired September 18, 2026)
- Official site: hbomax.com
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Rick Rubin (Rick Rubin), Jay-Z (Jay-Z)
Common questions
When does JAŸ-Z IN 8 season 1 come out?
The season premiere is listed for Friday, September 18, 2026 on HBO, and the finale is listed for Friday, October 9, 2026. Schedules can change; the table above is updated daily.
What time is JAŸ-Z IN 8 on?
HBO lists it Fridays at 8 p.m. Eastern and Pacific (7 p.m. Central). Local stations and sports overruns can shift the time.
How many episodes are in season 1?
TVmaze lists 8 episodes for season 1.
Where can I watch JAŸ-Z IN 8?
JAŸ-Z IN 8 airs on HBO. Premium add-on through a TV provider, or watch via HBO Max.
Sources
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Update history
- Schedule imported from TVmaze listings.
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