Rivals season 2 release schedule: When does episode 7 land on Disney+?

For the first time, Rivals is keeping fans on tenterhooks by splitting its second season in half – but at long last, new episodes are just around the corner. It's the week of Rivals and not only are we getting a brand new season 2 episode, three are actually dropping at once!

The first half of Rivals season 2 featured the surprise death of a major character – Tony Baddingham's wife Monica. After finding out about Tony and Maud's affair and announcing her decision to leave him, Monica was killed in a storm.

Speaking to Radio Times about her exit, Claire Rushbrook shared: "I have big, different feelings: immense pride at incredible scenes to play, and the tangible reaction from the audience. But it's also absolutely gutting. Gutting and glorious."

We know from the recent season 2 trailer that things continue to heat up across the board, but just when do new season 2 episodes land? Here's everything you need to know about the release schedule.

Rivals season 2 initially premiered on Disney+ on Friday 15 May 2026, with the first three episodes dropping at 7am. The 12-episode season has been split into two six-episode batches, with the first batch having arrived throughout May and June.

As for the remaining six episodes, they will kick off with another bumper three-episode drop on Wednesday 11 November 2026.

Episodes are expected to land on Disney+ every Wednesday at 7am.

Rivals season 2 release schedule

The full release schedule for Rivals season 2 is as follows.

• Episode 1 - Friday 15 May 2026 (out now)
• Episode 2 - Friday 15 May 2026 (out now)
• Episode 3 - Friday 15 May 2026 (out now)
• Episode 4 - Friday 22 May 2026 (out now)
• Episode 5 - Friday 29 May 2026 (out now)
• Episode 6 - Friday 5 June 2026 (out now)
• Episode 7 - Wednesday 11 November 2026
• Episode 8 - Wednesday 11 November 2026
• Episode 9 - Wednesday 11 November 2026
• Episode 10 - Wednesday 18 November 2026
• Episode 11 - Wednesday 25 November 2026
• Episode 12 - Wednesday 2 December 2026

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How many episodes are there in Rivals season 2?

There are 12 episodes in total in Rivals' second season.

The season has been split in two, with the second batch of episodes now being released weekly. The finale is set for 2 December, but have no fear as Rivals season 3 has already been confirmed.

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Rivals season 2 trailer

You can watch the trailer for Rivals season 2 below.

Rivals season 2 episodes 7-9 arrive on Wednesday 11 November on Disney+, with the remaining three episodes then arriving weekly. Sign-up to Disney+ from £5.99 a month.

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Morgan Cormack is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering everything drama-related on TV and streaming. She previously worked at Stylist as an Entertainment Writer. Alongside her past work in content marketing and as a freelancer, she possesses a BA in English Literature.