Tonight’s Jimmy Kimmel Live Schedule
Jimmy Kimmel Live airs weeknights at 11:35 PM ET / 10:35 PM CT on ABC affiliates in most U.S. markets. Use your ZIP code on the ABC station finder or your TV provider’s lineup tool to identify the over-the-air channel in your city. Cable and satellite systems may carry the local ABC affiliate on a different channel number, and some markets offer a late news show before Kimmel; check your local ABC.com page or the station’s app for tonight’s exact channel and any schedule changes.
What Is Jimmy Kimmel Live
Jimmy Kimmel Live is a nightly late-night talk and variety show on ABC that features celebrity interviews, comedy sketches, musical performances, and topical monologues. Launched in 2003, it has become a staple of late-night viewing, with a tone that blends topical jokes with long-form celebrity conversations. It is produced by Kimmel’s own company, Kimmelot, in partnership with ABC Signature and is recorded in front of a studio audience in Los Angeles.
How to Find Your Local Channel Quickly
- Check your TV provider’s electronic program guide (EPG) or app for the ABC affiliate in your market.
- Enter your ZIP code on ABC.com’s station finder to see the call letters and channel number.
- Use an antenna to receive over-the-air ABC broadcasts if you do not subscribe to cable or satellite.
Typical Local Channel Examples (Check Your Market)
| Market | ABC Affiliate (Over-the-Air) | Typical Cable/Sat Channel |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | WABC 7 | Channel 7 or 707 |
| Los Angeles, CA | KABC 7 | Channel 7 or 707 |
| Chicago, IL | WLS 7 | Channel 7 or 707 |
| Dallas, TX | WFAA 8 | Channel 8 or 308 |
| Miami, FL | WPLG 10 | Channel 10 or 110 |
Streaming and Online Options
Jimmy Kimmel Live is available live on ABC’s official platforms and trusted authenticated streaming services. Options include:
- Live on ABC.com and the ABC app with TV provider login for most cable, satellite, and telco bundles.
- Live on Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, and select other streaming TV packages that include local ABC channels.
- ABC’s Roku and Fire TV channels often provide live access; check local ABC.com for mobile and smart-TV app details.
Time Zones and Recording Tips
The show follows Pacific Time for scheduling clarity, so Eastern viewers see a 30-minute later clock time. If you cannot watch live, use your DVR or streaming cloud recorder to capture the episode; many providers offer on-demand access the next day via ABC.com and apps. For consistent access, set a recording for the local channel and time tonight, and verify your provider’s late-night lineup in case of preemption by sports or breaking coverage.
Exceptions and Preemptions
In some markets, breaking news, extended sports coverage, or network overruns can shift the start time or push Kimmel to a later slot or a delayed stream. When in doubt, check your local ABC website or call your cable provider the day of to confirm tonight’s exact time and channel. Status pages, station social feeds, and TV crawls are reliable sources for last-minute changes.