How many seasons does JAŸ-Z in 8 have?

JAŸ-Z in 8 has 1 season and 8 episodes.

Is JAŸ-Z in 8 renewed or canceled?

JAŸ-Z in 8 is currently returning. The next episode airs Oct 9, 2026.

Where can I watch JAŸ-Z in 8?

JAŸ-Z in 8 is available on HBO. You can stream it on Max.

When is the next episode of JAŸ-Z in 8?

The next episode of JAŸ-Z in 8 (S1 E7) airs on Oct 9, 2026.

JAŸ-Z in 8

Name: JAŸ-Z in 8
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2026-09-18
Rating: 4.5
Cast: JAŸ-Z, Rick Rubin

RETURNING1 Seasons8 Episodes★ 4.5

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NetworkHBO

First AiredSep 18, 2026

Last AiredSep 25, 2026

GenreDocumentary

Thirty years after his landmark debut album, artist, icon, philanthropist, and entrepreneur JAŸ-Z sits down with longtime friend, producer, and director Rick Rubin for an intimate reflection on his storied career.

NEXT EPISODE

S1 E7Chapter 7Oct 9, 20262d

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Cast

JAŸ-Z

Self

Rick Rubin

Self

Seasons & Episodes1 season · 8 episodes

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E1Chapter 1

Sep 18, 202642m

Rapper JAŸ-Z delves into his songs "Intro," "Meet the Parents," and "Can't Knock the Hustle" with longtime friend and music producer Rick Rubin, expanding on how his childhood in Brooklyn and teenage years in New Jersey influenced his creative process.

E2Chapter 2

Sep 18, 202637m

JAŸ-Z discusses the pitfalls of early fame, the East Coast-West Coast rap beef, and his relationships with The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac.

E3Chapter 3

Sep 25, 202641m

Rubin probes JAŸ-Z on his lyrical choices and storytelling through excerpts from "Lyrical Exercise," "This Can't Be Life (featuring Beanie Sigel)," and "You Must Love Me." Later, JAŸ-Z reveals the vulnerabilities of making his 13th studio album, "4:44."

E4Chapter 4

Sep 25, 202661m

Through his songs "Where Have You Been," "Allure," "Where I'm From," "Can I Live," and "Don't You Know," JAŸ-Z talks about reconnecting with his late father as a teenager and how his plans for retirement informed "The Black Album."

E5Chapter 5

Oct 2, 202642m

While discussing "U Don't Know," "Politics as Usual," and "Regrets," JAŸ-Z shares the realities of paving the way for others, allowing for multiple interpretations of his work, and acknowledging the effect of celebrity on his life.

E6Chapter 6

Oct 2, 202654m

Through the songs "Jail," "Hovi Baby," "Kill Jay-Z," "99 Problems," "Threat," "Dead Presidents II," and "Public Service Announcement (Interlude)," JAŸ-Z and Rubin discuss the politics of the music industry and life as an artist after "The Black Album."

E7Chapter 7UPCOMING

Oct 9, 2026

E8Chapter 8UPCOMING

Oct 9, 2026

Episode eight features "New York (Concept de Paris)," "The Story Of O.J.," "No Church In The Wild," "Family Feud," and "Legacy".

About JAŸ-Z in 8

JAŸ-Z in 8 is a documentary series on HBO. The show first aired on Sep 18, 2026 and currently has 1 season and 8 episodes. JAŸ-Z in 8 has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on Oct 9, 2026. It has a rating of 4.5/10 based on 4 votes. The cast includes JAŸ-Z, Rick Rubin.