The BEST episodes of Hacks
Every episode of Hacks ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hacks!
The series explores the dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and the entitled, outcast 25-year-old who is hired to write for her.
#1 - Bulletproof
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/30/2024
As Deborah works to perfect her second run at Late Night, Ava receives a dream offer, and Jimmy and Kayla seek to grow their company.
#2 - The One, The Only
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/2/2022
Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.
#3 - I Think She Will
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/10/2021
As her final performance at the Palmetto approaches, Deborah must decide whether to put it all on the line.
#4 - The Click
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/26/2022
A girls’ night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.
#5 - 1.69 Million
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/3/2021
With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.
#6 - Yes, And
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/23/2024
A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double booked ... just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.
#7 - The Roast of Deborah Vance
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/9/2024
After learning there’s a Late Night vacancy, Deborah snaps into high gear to make sure everything -- and everyone -- is perfect for her upcoming roast. While Ava consults Kiki about boundary-setting, DJ invites Deborah to speak at her NA meeting.
#8 - Better Late
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/2/2024
After finally agreeing to appear on Late Night, Deborah gets an unexpected opportunity, while Marcus leverages a cottage industry into “The House of Vance."
#9 - New Eyes
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/27/2021
While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.
#10 - Join the Club
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/9/2024
Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favorite comedians, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie, and Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.
#11 - Quid Pro Quo
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/12/2022
Deborah embraces tour life; Ava grapples with the value of honesty; Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.
#12 - Just for Laughs
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/2/2024
As Deborah prepares to accept an award in Montreal, Ava does her best to avoid her former employer.
#13 - Par for the Course
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/16/2024
Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with the cable affiliates who could decide her future.
#14 - The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/23/2024
Deborah braces for Kathy’s attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian’s Late Night dreams.
#15 - Trust the Process
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/19/2022
Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.
#16 - There Will Be Blood
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/12/2022
Deborah eagerly anticipates trying out her new material on the road, while Ava dreads the fallout of an explosive email.
#17 - The Captain's Wife
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/19/2022
While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.
#18 - Retired
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/26/2022
An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.
#19 - Falling
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/27/2021
Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.
#20 - One Day
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/16/2024
As Deborah contends with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.
#21 - Interview
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 6/10/2021
Ava pursues an opportunity while Deborah nervously anticipates her final show.
#22 - On the Market
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/2/2022
Deborah and her team head to LA to pitch her new set as a comedy special.
#23 - D’Jewelry
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/20/2021
At DJ’s jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ’s complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.
#24 - Tunnel of Love
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/3/2021
DJ’s birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.
#25 - A Gig’s A Gig
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/20/2021
Ava gains insight into Deborah’s past.