What Time Will ‘A West Wing Special’ Premiere on HBO Max?

The absolute mess that is 2020 most likely has everyone wishing they could go back to a simpler time—even times that once seemed dire themselves! Compared to this year, 2002 seems somehow… idyllic?? If that’s a vibe you can get with, then you’ll be happy to know that the cast of The West Wing is reuniting for a special aimed at raising awareness and getting out the vote in this crucial election season. For all the fans out there still rewatching West Wing on a loop, A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote is a major TV event. All your old friends are back together for a special performance unlike anything you’ve seen before. But when does the West Wing reunion special air? And what time will it be added to HBO Max? And will you be able to watch it online for free? Here’s everything you need to know about the new West Wing special!

What is the West Wing reunion special on HBO Max?

Aaron Sorkin got the gang back together again for one more show—or, rather, a stage performance of a show they did 18 years ago. The special will be a theatrical experience, one that was filmed earlier this month at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles under coronavirus guidelines. The special is a staged performance of the Season 3 West Wing episode “Hartsfield’s Landing.” So even if you’ve seen that episode a million ties, you’ve never seen it quite like this.

Who is in the West Wing reunion cast?

The special will feature the original cast: Martin Sheen, Rob Lowe, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, and Bradley Whitford. Sterling K. Brown will join them onstage in the role of Leo McGarry, originally played by the late John Spencer.

The special will also feature appearances from When We All Vote co-chairs Michelle Obama and Lin-Manuel Miranda, as well as President Bill Clinton. Also appearing will be Samuel L. Jackson and Elisabeth Moss, who had a recurring role on the original series.

When will the West Wing reunion air on HBO Max? What time will A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote be added to HBO Max?

Fans of the series will need to keep October 15 clear. The West Wing reunion special will be added to HBO Max on Thursday, October 15 at 12:01 a.m.

What is When We All Vote?

When We All Vote is a non-profit organization that aims to increase voter turnout and participation in every election in America. The organization was launched in 2018 by Obama and Miranda, as well as Tom Hanks, Janelle Monae, Chris Paul, Faith Hill, and Tim McGraw.

How can you watch the West Wing special online for free?

If you have an HBO Max account, well, you’re set! If you don’t have a subscription to HBO Max, you can sign up for a free 7-day trial. The service costs $14.99/month after that. Also, HBO Max is not currently available on Roku or Fire TV, which is something you may need to take into consideration! You can, however, always watch it through a browser on your laptop or computer.

A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote will arrive on HBO Max on Thursday, October 15.

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