The BEST episodes of Hot Ones

Every episode of Hot Ones ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hot Ones!

The show with hot questions and even hotter wings. Watch Sean interview celebrities such as T.J. Miller, Tommy Chong, and DJ Khaled as they burn their tastebuds.

Last Updated: 3/18/2024Network: YouTubeStatus: Continuing
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Lewis Capaldi Grasps for a Lifeline While Eating Spicy Wings
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9.25
4 votes

#1 - Lewis Capaldi Grasps for a Lifeline While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 21 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/6/2023

Lewis Capaldi is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum singer-songwriter who just released his long-awaited sophomore album, Broken By Desire to Be Heavenly Sent. The latest single is "Wish You the Best"—check out the video and bring a box of tissues. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Scotsman takes on the wings of death and discusses Celtic FC chants, dating etiquette, and why he's not worried about AI writing Lewis Capaldi songs.

John Stamos Falls Out of His Chair While Eating Spicy Wings
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9.00
3 votes

#2 - John Stamos Falls Out of His Chair While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 21 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/20/2023

John Stamos is an actor, producer, and pop-culture icon you know from shows like Full House, General Hospital, E.R., and many more. His new memoir, If You Would Have Told Me, is due out this October. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Stamos fans out with Sean Evans and shares some of his unbelievable Hollywood stories—from friendships with comic legends like Don Rickles and Bob Saget, to memorable moments with Howard Stern and James Earl Jones.

Stephen Curry Is On Fire While Eating Spicy Wings
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9.00
4 votes

#3 - Stephen Curry Is On Fire While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 21 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/27/2023

Stephen Curry is the greatest shooter in NBA history and a four-time champion with a pair of MVPs and nine All-Star game appearances to his name. You can see his journey from overlooked prospect to NBA legend in the new documentary, Underrated, which is now available on Apple TV+. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Steph takes on the wings of death and discusses NBA popcorn power rankings, the shooting mechanics of Klay Thompson, and memorable moments with Kobe Bryant.

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Mick Foley Has an Inferno Match Against Spicy Wings
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8.75
4 votes

#4 - Mick Foley Has an Inferno Match Against Spicy Wings

Season 22 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/19/2023

Mick Foley is a WWE Hall of Famer, a New York Times best-selling author, and host of the Foley Is Pod podcast. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as The Hardcore Legend puts it all on the line in a Battle Royale against the wings of death and discusses the origins of Mankind, classic Hallmark Christmas movies, and behind-the-scenes wrestling lore.

Sydney Sweeney Endures a Nightmare While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.60
10 votes

#5 - Sydney Sweeney Endures a Nightmare While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 23 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/25/2024

Sydney Sweeney is an Emmy Award–nominated actress you know from breakout hit shows like White Lotus, The Handmaid's Tale, and Euphoria. Now, she's taking on the role of Spider-Woman Julia Carpenter in the Marvel Comics-inspired Madame Web, set to release in theaters on February 14th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Sweeney takes on the wings of death and discusses rom-coms, the GOAT movie-theater snacks, and the fashion of Euphoria.

Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings
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8.58
24 votes

#6 - Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings

Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/24/2019

Gordon Ramsay is one of the world's most decorated and successful chefs, with an empire that includes more than a dozen restaurants, countless best-selling cookbooks, and seven hit TV shows, including Master Chef Jr., which returns to Fox this February. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the MOST-REQUESTED GUEST in Hot Ones history finally sits face-to-face with Sean Evans. Despite his misgivings about the culinary quality of the wings of death, Gordon throws himself into the challenge full force. Along the way, he discusses his chef influences, explains how to make the perfect scrambled eggs, and tries to find an antidote to spicy food.

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John Oliver Fears For Humanity While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.56
9 votes

#7 - John Oliver Fears For Humanity While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 23 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/1/2024

John Oliver is the Peabody Award–winning host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, a show that's won more than two dozen Emmys since premiering in 2014. Catch new episodes Sunday nights on HBO at 11:00 ET, with past episodes canonized rather conveniently right here on YouTube. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the former Daily Show correspondent discusses the problems with cable news, his love for the Muppets, and his iconic (in his own mind) free kick in Soweto.

Sterling K. Brown Performs Shakespeare While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.50
4 votes

#8 - Sterling K. Brown Performs Shakespeare While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 22 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/30/2023

Sterling K. Brown is an Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe Award–winning actor you know from beloved TV and film projects like This Is Us and Black Panther. He's also got a pair of acclaimed films this year—Biosphere, out now on AMC+, and the Cord Jefferson–directed satirical drama, American Fiction, coming in December. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the veteran thespian takes on the wings of death and discusses on-screen deaths, the G.O.A.T. football movies, and his enduring love of Shakespeare.

Paul Rudd Does a Historic Dab While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.45
22 votes

#9 - Paul Rudd Does a Historic Dab While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 10 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/17/2019

Paul Rudd is an actor, writer, and producer who has been in some of the most beloved films and TV shows of the last 25 years, from Judd Apatow comedies to the Marvel Universe. You can catch him on the new Netflix comedy, Living With Yourself, which is set to release on October 18th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as one of the nicest dudes in Hollywood takes on some of the least nice hot sauces on the planet. Along the way, Rudd breaks down the alternate Anchorman script that never was, shares his love for David Letterman, and improvises a tearful scene inspired by the wings of death.

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Post Malone Has His Brain Hacked By Spicy Wings
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8.38
13 votes

#10 - Post Malone Has His Brain Hacked By Spicy Wings

Season 18 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/26/2022

Post Malone makes his triumphant return for the Season 18 Hot Ones premiere! Posty cemented his place in Hot Ones history when he first sat down with Sean Evans five years ago, so you already know how he is with spicy food. But now he's back, having smashed Billboard and streaming records as one of the highest-selling musicians of the last decade. And his long-awaited album, Twelve Carat Toothache, is coming soon. Watch as two brothers in spice reunite over a brand-new hot sauce lineup and discuss everything from ghosts, to Magic the Gathering, to the state of the music industry.

Superfan Brett Baker Grills Sean Evans Over Spicy Wings
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8.38
8 votes

#11 - Superfan Brett Baker Grills Sean Evans Over Spicy Wings

Season 3 - Episode 23 - Aired 6/22/2017

Hot Ones fans have spoken, and we heard your voices loud and clear: Get Brett Baker on the show! Finally, he's here—the man, the myth, the Nebraska legend. You know him from his weekly Hot Ones Power Rankings on Twitter, as well as the time he was serenaded to the tune of Blair's Mega Death Sauce with Liquid Rage by Russell Brand. Now, he's turning the tables on Sean Evans, taking over the hosting seat and making SEAN answer some hot questions for once.

Jay Pharoah Has a Staring Contest While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.30
10 votes

#12 - Jay Pharoah Has a Staring Contest While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 2 - Episode 26 - Aired 9/15/2016

Rapper, comedian, impressionist, actor—Jay Pharoah is one of the most multitalented entertainers working today. Turns out he's also a beast when it comes to hot sauce (by his own account, he used to drink it by the bottle). Watch the SNL alum take on some of the spiciest wings on the planet while discussing Drake's after-parties, Kevin Hart's abs, and the Michelle Obama's rhymes.

N.O.R.E. Gets Wasted While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.29
7 votes

#13 - N.O.R.E. Gets Wasted While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 2 - Episode 38 - Aired 12/15/2016

Rap legend and Drink Champs host N.O.R.E. lives up to his reputation as "your favorite drunk uncle" in this extra wild episode of Hot Ones. As if the violently hot wings weren't enough, N.O.R.E. challenges Sean to go shot-for-shot with Tiger Bone while attempting, with intermittent success, to discuss his storied career. Things fly off the rails in the best way possible--strap on your seat belts for this one, folks.

Pedro Pascal Cries From His Head While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.27
15 votes

#14 - Pedro Pascal Cries From His Head While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 20 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/9/2023

Pedro Pascal is an actor you know from a string of massive global hits over the last decade, including Game of Thrones, Narcos, and The Last of Us. Currently, he stars in the much anticipated third season of The Mandalorian, streaming now on Disney+. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Pascal takes on the wings of death and talks about epic on-screen deaths, working with Baby Yoda, and his unapologetic take on Mexican food in New York City.

Bryan Cranston Fully Commits While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.25
8 votes

#15 - Bryan Cranston Fully Commits While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 20 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/2/2023

Bryan Cranston is a six-time Emmy Award–winning actor you know from acclaimed Broadway performances, films that include 2013's Best Picture Argo, and iconic TV shows like Malcolm in the Middle and Breaking Bad. He also stars in the highly anticipated second season of the crime drama Your Honor, now airing on Showtime. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as he makes his triumphant return to the Hot Ones table and takes on the wings of death with Sean Evans. Along the way, he discusses his love affair with the Dodgers, behind-the-scenes Breaking Bad stories, and the keys to being a committed actor.

Bert Kreischer Sweats Profusely Eating Spicy Wings
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8.22
9 votes

#16 - Bert Kreischer Sweats Profusely Eating Spicy Wings

Season 2 - Episode 24 - Aired 9/1/2016

Comedian Bert Kreischer has lived many lives, all of which involve partying and being awesome. His legendary college antics inspired the movie Van Wilder, and his standup is anchored by some of the most outrageous anecdotes you've ever heard. Watch him achieve #PeakBert as he appears on Hot Ones, a show he's been riding for since day one. Shout out to Bert, the O.G. celeb Hot Ones fan!

David Blaine Does Magic While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.17
6 votes

#17 - David Blaine Does Magic While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 19 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/29/2022

David Blaine is known the world over for his street magic and endurance stunts, which include being buried alive for seven days and holding his breath underwater for 17 minutes. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the legendary magician takes on the wings of death and discusses his origin story, the wisdom of David Copperfield, and his closest calls. Needless to say, he's got a trick or two up his sleeve as well...that may or may not involve Carolina Reapers from Smokin' Ed Currie himself. Prepare to have your mind blown and be sure to check out his new live show “David Blaine in Spades” starting September 30th at Resorts World Las Vegas.

Russell Brand Achieves Enlightenment While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.11
9 votes

#18 - Russell Brand Achieves Enlightenment While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/2/2017

In what may be the greatest tour de force in Hot Ones history, comedian and truthsayer Russell Brand transforms from a spice novice to a full-on capsaicin junkie while facing the wings of death. After bantering with host Sean Evans about everything from visiting Donald Trump's tower to being a West Ham United super fan, Brand finds that his consciousness is awakened by the hot sauce. Eventually, he's moved to freestyle an impromptu song for a very special Hot Ones fan. You don't want to miss this!

Flea Is Red Hot While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
4 votes

#19 - Flea Is Red Hot While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 22 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/26/2023

Flea is a six-time Grammy Award–winning artist, author of the 2019 memoir Acid For the Children, and a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the founding member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers takes on the wings of death and discusses the power of art, old Hollywood lore, and his enduring love for the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Cardi B Tries Not to Panic While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
3 votes

#20 - Cardi B Tries Not to Panic While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 22 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2023

Cardi B is a Grammy Award–winning artist with more #1 singles than any other woman in hip-hop history. Her latest hit with Megan Thee Stallion is called "Bongos" and is available everywhere now. But how is she with spicy food? Find as Cardi takes on the wings of death and discusses the art of a rap intro song, her admiration for Rihanna, the possibility of alien life, and her undying love for FDR.

*NSYNC Breaks Another Record While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
4 votes

#21 - *NSYNC Breaks Another Record While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 22 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2023

*NSYNC is back, baby—and the iconic boy band is kicking off Season 22 of Hot Ones in epic fashion! Justin Timberlake, Chris Kirkpatrick, JC Chasez, Lance Bass, and Joey Fatone have sold more than 70 million records, toured the world, and endured as one of the defining pop groups of a generation. They're reunited not only for this record-breaking episode (most wings on the table!), but also with a brand-new single, "Better Place," dropping September 29. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as Timberlake and Fatone take on the gauntlet for a second time, and the rest of the band joins them to discuss live-show malfunctions, crazy fan stories, and the definitive Mount Rushmore of *NSYNC songs.

Kieran Culkin Fires Sean While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
7 votes

#22 - Kieran Culkin Fires Sean While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 20 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/6/2023

Kieran Culkin is an Emmy-nominated actor you know as Roman Roy on the riveting HBO drama Succession, now in its fourth and final season. He's also a celebrated film and theater star with credits like Igby Goes Down and multiple productions of This Is Our Youth. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Culkin takes on the wings of death and discusses Stone Cold Steve Austin, his favorite classic Nintendo games, and the competitiveness of Michael Cera.

Dave Grohl Makes a New Friend While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
10 votes

#23 - Dave Grohl Makes a New Friend While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 17 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/24/2022

Dave Grohl is one of the most requested Hot Ones guests of all time. He's also a 16-time Grammy Award–winning artist whose storied career in music has been immortalized in the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame on two separate occasions. He has a recently released New York Times best-selling book as well, The Storyteller - Tales Of Life And Music, and—get this!—a comedy horror movie starring the Foo Fighters is on the way: Studio 666, which is set to release in theaters on February 25th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the rock legend takes on the wings of death and discusses the best drummers of all time, the art of the cover song, and why doing Hot Ones has been on his bucket list.

Shia LaBeouf Sheds a Tear While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
17 votes

#24 - Shia LaBeouf Sheds a Tear While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 10 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/19/2019

Shia LaBeouf finally takes on the wings of death for the Hot Ones Season 10 premiere! He's an actor, performance artist, and style icon, and he's got a pair of brand new films this fall: the much buzzed-about Peanut Butter Falcon, out now, and his semi-autobiographical story, Honey Boy, coming to theaters on November 8th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the "half-Cajun, half-Jewish" star battles the brand-new Hot Ones lineup and discusses everything from wrestling with Tom Hardy, to giving Kanye West his Indiana Jones hat. Welcome back, spice lords—Season 10 is finally here!

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Binging with Babish Gets a Tattoo While Eating Spicy Wings
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8.00
7 votes

#25 - Binging with Babish Gets a Tattoo While Eating Spicy Wings

Season 9 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/18/2019

Binging with Babish (also known as Andrew Rea) is best known for his extremely popular cooking channel, where he whips up iconic dishes inspired by television and film. He also has a new cookbook on the way called "Binging With Babish: 100 Recipes Recreated from Your Favorite TV Shows and Movies" (October 22), with a foreword from Jon Favreau—and a blurb by Sean Evans! But how is he with spicy food? Find out in this much-anticipated meeting of two bald YouTube juggernauts. In addition to special cameos from the likes of Rhett (Good Mythical Morning), Marques Brownlee (MKBHD), and Brad Leone (Bon Appetit), this episode is full of firsts—the first guest to make his own wings, the first guest to eat candle wax, and the first guest to get a tattoo on the show!

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