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Succession season 4, episode 9 release date, time, channel, and plot

Note: This article contains major spoilers for the current season of Succession.

With patriarch Logan dead, it’s no surprise the Roy family is in disarray. Shiv is pregnant but has told no one, not even her soon-to-be ex-husband, Tom. Cousin Greg is lurking about, but Kendall and Roman are quickly dismantling the Waystar Royco empire due to their inexperience. And with the election now over, Connor is left searching for a new purpose in life.

Now deep into its fourth season, Succession has brought all the drama and insults fans have grown to love over the previous three seasons. But with so many quality shows on HBO, not to mention all the other streamers out there, it can be hard to keep track of what is on and when it’s airing. Never fear, Succession fans, as Digital Trends will let you know when, where, and how you can stream episode 9 of Succession season 4.

When does episode 9 of Succession season 4 release?

The Roy siblings at a funeral in Succession.

Episode 9 of Succession season 4 aired on May 21, 2023.

HBO Max is one of the top streaming services available. Succession is a huge hit for HBO, joining the recent success of series like Love and Death, The Last of Us, and The Other Two. Legacy shows such as Curb Your Enthusiasm, Sex and the City, Boardwalk Empire, Game of Thrones, The Wire, and The Sopranos are also available to watch on the service. You can also get lost in the movie library with a great selection of films, ranging from blockbusters like The Batman to classic standout dramas like The Verdict.

What time does episode 9 of Succession season 4 start?

Episode 9 of Succession season 4 is now available to stream on HBO and HBO Max.

What is episode 9 of Succession season 4 about?

A man stands in church in Succession.

Episode 9 is titled Church and State. Here’s the official synopsis from HBO: “As the family girds themselves for an emotional funeral, Kendall finds himself at odds with Rava and inopportune news from Jess. Shiv tries to reposition herself in a new political landscape, and Kendall rallies supporters to his side.”

Curious about what happened in the season 4 premiere? DT has all the scoop for you with five questions we have after watching Succession season 4, episode 1.

Can I watch a trailer for Succession season 4?

Sure! Here it is:

And here’s a preview of episode 9:

Who stars in episode 9 of Succession season 4?

According to IMDb, the episode stars Jeremy Strong as Kendall Roy, Sarah Snook as Shiv Roy, Kieran Culkin as Roman Roy, Matthew Macfadyen as Tom Wambsgans, Alexander Skarsgård as Lukas Matsson, Alan Ruck as Connor Roy, Justine Lupe as Willa, J. Smith-Cameron as Gerri Kellman, David Rasche as Karl Muller, Zoe Winters as Kerry, James Cromwell as Ewan Roy, and Nicholas Braun as Cousin Greg.

How many episodes are there in Succession season 4?

Kendall attends a funeral in Succession season 4.

Ten. Like seasons 1 and 2, Succession season 4 will have 10 episodes. Season 3 had 9 episodes. It was recently revealed that the series finale will be 90 minutes long.

Will there be a season 5 of Succession?

No. To the surprise of many, it was announced last month that the current season of Succession will be its last.

I’m already missing Succession and want more. Are there other shows like it?

Yes! Be sure to read DT’s article “Like Succession? Then watch these 5 TV shows that are just like it.”

Is Succession worth watching?

Succession has been one of the best shows on television since its premiere in 2018, and there’s no reason to believe season 4 won’t be as great as the previous three seasons. All the creatives involved are back, and since the current season will be the last, they are sure to go out on a high note without overstaying their welcome.

Succession is created by Jesse Armstrong. The show has won 13 Primetime Emmys, including Best Drama Series in 2020 and 2022. On Rotten Tomatoes, Succession sits at 97% on the Tomatometer, with an audience score of 91%. On Metacritic, the film has a Metascore of 92 and a user score of 8.4.

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