Check YouTube TV's Live Guide for Tonight's Schedule
The fastest way to see whether Jimmy Kimmel Live airs on YouTube TV tonight is to open the YouTube TV app or website and look at the live guide for ABC. YouTube TV carries ABC in most markets, and Jimmy Kimmel Live airs on ABC at 11:35 p.m. Eastern / 8:35 p.m. Pacific on weeknights.
Open YouTube TV, go to the Live tab, and search for ABC or scroll to find it in your channel list. Select ABC and look at tonight's schedule. You will see the exact air time and whether the show is listed. If you see Jimmy Kimmel Live in the guide, it will air at its regular time unless ABC has preempted it for breaking news, sports, or special programming.
YouTube TV's guide updates in real time, so what you see there is the most current information available. If the show does not appear in tonight's schedule, ABC is running something else instead.
Key Takeaways
- Jimmy Kimmel Live normally airs on ABC at 11:35 p.m. Eastern and 8:35 p.m. Pacific on weeknights, but YouTube TV's live guide shows what is actually scheduled for tonight.
- ABC sometimes preempts the show for sports events, election coverage, or other breaking news, so checking the guide is the only way to know for certain.
- The YouTube TV app and website both show the same live schedule, so you can check from your phone, tablet, or computer.
- If Jimmy Kimmel Live does not appear in tonight's ABC schedule, you can search YouTube TV's on-demand library to see if recent episodes are available to watch later.
Why the Show Might Not Air Tonight
ABC preempts Jimmy Kimmel Live for several reasons throughout the year. During major sports events—the NBA Finals, the World Series, the Oscars, or the Academy Awards—ABC often runs the event instead of the late-night show. Election nights and other breaking news events can also bump the show from the schedule.
Holiday weeks sometimes affect the schedule too. Around Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, ABC may air reruns, special programming, or no late-night show at all. The show also takes scheduled breaks when Jimmy Kimmel is off, though ABC usually runs reruns during those weeks rather than removing the time slot entirely.
Finding Recent Episodes on YouTube TV
If Jimmy Kimmel Live is not on tonight but you want to watch a recent episode, YouTube TV includes an on-demand library. Search for "Jimmy Kimmel Live" in the YouTube TV search bar, and you will see available episodes listed with their air dates. You can watch these on demand at any time, whether or not they are airing live.
The number of episodes available in the on-demand library varies, but YouTube TV typically keeps recent episodes for several weeks. If you are looking for a specific episode from months ago, it may no longer be in the library.
Checking ABC's Official Schedule
If you want to double-check beyond YouTube TV, you can visit ABC.com or use the ABC app to see the network's full schedule. ABC's own schedule will show whether Jimmy Kimmel Live is airing and at what time. This is useful if you are unsure whether YouTube TV's guide is fully up to date, though in practice both sources match.
ABC's website also lists any special programming or preemptions in advance, so if you are planning to watch several days ahead, checking there can tell you whether the show will air on a specific night.
Setting a Reminder on YouTube TV
If you find Jimmy Kimmel Live in tonight's schedule and want to make sure you do not forget, YouTube TV lets you add the show to your library or set a reminder. Open the show in the guide, and you will see an option to add it. This way, the episode will appear in your library when it finishes airing, and you can watch it on demand later.
Setting a reminder is especially useful if you are not sure whether you will be home at 11:35 p.m., since you can watch the episode the next morning or whenever you have time.
What to Do If You Cannot Find the Show
If Jimmy Kimmel Live does not appear in ABC's schedule on YouTube TV tonight, your options are to watch an on-demand episode from the library, check back tomorrow night, or look for clips on YouTube or the official Jimmy Kimmel Live social media accounts. ABC sometimes posts highlights from the show on YouTube within hours of it airing.
You can also check ABC's schedule for the next few days to see when the show returns. Most preemptions are one-night events, so the show usually resumes the next weeknight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does YouTube TV have ABC in my area?
YouTube TV carries ABC in most U.S. markets, but coverage varies by location. When you sign up for YouTube TV, it shows you which local channels are available in your zip code. If ABC is not available in your area through YouTube TV, you may need to use the ABC app or ABC.com to watch the show, or check whether another streaming service in your region carries ABC.
Can I watch Jimmy Kimmel Live on YouTube TV if I miss it live?
Yes. YouTube TV records the show automatically and keeps it in your library for a set period. You can also find recent episodes in the on-demand section by searching for the show. The exact number of episodes available varies, but you can usually watch episodes from the past few weeks.
What time does Jimmy Kimmel Live air on the West Coast?
On YouTube TV, Jimmy Kimmel Live airs at 8:35 p.m. Pacific time on weeknights. If you are in a different time zone, YouTube TV adjusts the schedule to your local time automatically.
Why does YouTube TV sometimes show a different show in Jimmy Kimmel's time slot?
ABC preempts the show for major events like sports championships, awards shows, and breaking news. These preemptions are scheduled in advance by ABC, and YouTube TV's guide reflects whatever ABC is broadcasting that night. You can check ABC's website to see if a preemption is planned.