What time is ‘9-1-1-‘ on tonight? How to watch ‘9-1-1’ Season 9, Episode 7 live on ABC and online
9-1-1, fans! We are so back. Literally!
After a lengthy midseason hiatus, ABC’s hit first responder drama is making it’s highly anticipated return with Season 9, Episode 7, “Secrets.” And you won’t want to miss a moment of the 118 reunion.
For those who need a refresher, 9-1-1 left viewers on a major cliffhanger, with Hen (Aisha Hinds) getting a CT scan alone after she mysteriously collapsed and experienced a number of concerning symptoms. So what comes next? The official synopsis for 9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 7 is as follows, “Hen’s attempts at keeping her mysterious health issues private are starting to impact more than just her physical well-being. Meanwhile, Buck and Ravi decide Eddie needs a night out on the town.”
SO IS HEN OK?! And what the heck happens on Buck (Oliver Stark), Eddie (Ryan Guzman), and Ravi’s (Anirudh Pisharody) big boys night out? Tune in to find out!
Is 9-1-1 is on tonight, Thursday, December 8? What time is 9-1-1 on tonight? How many episodes are in 9-1-1 Season 9? And when does 9-1-1 (and its spinoff series, 9-1-1: Nashville) return with new episodes on ABC? We’ve got answers!
Is 9-1-1 On Tonight (12/8/25)?
At long last, yes! 9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 7 premieres Thursday, January 8 on ABC followed by the mid-season return of 9-1-1: Nashville.
What Time Is 9-1-1 On Tonight?
9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 7 will premiere on Thursday, January 8, 2026 in its typical time slot. Tune in to ABC at 8:00 p.m. ET.
How Many Episodes Are In 9-1-1 Season 9?
Like Season 8 before it, 9-1-1 Season 9 will consist of 18 episodes, which means when the show returns, viewers still have 12 more episodes to look forward to.

How To Watch 9-1-1 Live On ABC:
Want to watch 9-1-1 live when it returns? If you have a cable subscription that includes ABC, you can watch 9-1-1 live by setting your TV to the proper channel at 8:00 p.m. ET. You can also use your cable username and password to watch live ABC episodes live on ABC.com or with the ABC app. And if your cable package includes a DVR, you can always record live episodes for later viewing.
How To Watch 9-1-1 Live On DIRECTV:
The only way to watch shows airing live without cable is by using a live TV streaming service. Our favorite is DIRECTV, which comes with a five-day free trial before payment begins.
DIRECTV offers a number of flexible subscription options, including Genre Packs, so you can best choose which streaming plans fit your needs and budget. Plans start at $49.99/month.
Where To Watch 9-1-1 Online: Hulu Streaming Info
Can’t tune in live and want to stream 9-1-1 Season 9 episodes the day after they air on ABC? Hulu can help!
If you’re new to Hulu, you can get started with a 30-day free trial on the streamer’s basic (with ads) plan. After the trial period, you’ll pay $9.99/month. If you want to upgrade to Hulu ad-free, it costs $18.99/month.
If you want to stream even more and save a few bucks a month while you’re at it, we recommend subscribing to one of the Disney+ Bundles, all of which include Hulu. These bundles start at $10.99/month for ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu., and goes up to $29.99/month for Disney+, Hulu, and Max, all ad-free.
Stay tuned for more 9-1-1 coverage from Decider as the season progresses.