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The Best Episodes of Hacks

Every episode of Hacks ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Hacks!

The Best Episodes of Hacks

Explore a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.

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  1. Background image for I Love LA
    9.7/10(3 votes)

    #1 - I Love LA

    S4:E4

    As the taping of her first Late Night episode approaches, Deborah experiences a shocking "first," while Ava makes a new romantic connection.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan
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  2. Background image for A Slippery Slope
    9.7/10(3 votes)

    #2 - A Slippery Slope

    S4:E9

    Deborah and Ava struggle as Late Night lands in unwanted controversy. While Jimmy navigates the worst day, Kayla thrives.

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  3. Background image for Big, Brave Girl
    9.0/10(4 votes)

    #3 - Big, Brave Girl

    S4:E1

    With Deborah determined to boot her from Late Night, Ava attempts to beat her boss at her own game.

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  4. Background image for Cover Girls
    9.0/10(3 votes)

    #4 - Cover Girls

    S4:E2

    As Deborah and Ava's feud threatens the future of their show, Jimmy and Kayla have their own struggles.

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  5. Background image for Mrs. Table
    9.0/10(2 votes)

    #5 - Mrs. Table

    S4:E6

    Deborah receives the "Courage in Comedy" award, while Ava reaches a breaking point.

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  6. Background image for The Roast of Deborah Vance
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - The Roast of Deborah Vance

    S3:E3

    After learning there's a Late Night vacancy, Deborah makes sure everything – and everyone – is operating at its finest for her roast.

    Writer:Joe Mande
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  8. Background image for Bulletproof
    8.5/10(6 votes)

    #7 - Bulletproof

    S3:E9

    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.

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  9. Background image for What Happens in Vegas
    8.5/10(4 votes)

    #8 - What Happens in Vegas

    S4:E3

    As pressure mounts to craft a perfect first episode, Deborah and Ava continue to clash over creative control on their writers' "retreat" in Vegas.

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  10. Background image for Falling
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #9 - Falling

    S1:E5

    Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Andrew Law
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  11. Background image for New Eyes
    8.4/10(14 votes)

    #10 - New Eyes

    S1:E6

    While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

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  12. Background image for Better Late
    8.4/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Better Late

    S3:E2

    Deborah and Ava struggle to stay out of one another's orbits – especially when Deborah lands an unexpected opportunity.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Andrew Law
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  13. Background image for One Day
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    #12 - One Day

    S3:E5

    As Deborah contends with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

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  14. Background image for The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular
    8.4/10(7 votes)

    #13 - The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular

    S3:E7

    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.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Pat Regan
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  15. Background image for 1.69 Million
    8.3/10(14 votes)

    #14 - 1.69 Million

    S1:E8

    With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan
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  16. Background image for I Think She Will
    8.3/10(15 votes)

    #15 - I Think She Will

    S1:E10

    For her final performance at the Palmetto, Deborah must decide between playing it safe and putting her entire career on the line. Meanwhile, Ava deals with a family crisis.

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  17. Background image for Join the Club
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #16 - Join the Club

    S3:E4

    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.

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  18. Background image for Yes, And
    8.3/10(7 votes)

    #17 - Yes, And

    S3:E8

    A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double booked ... just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.

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  19. Background image for Just for Laughs
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #18 - Just for Laughs

    S3:E1

    As Deborah prepares to accept an award in Montreal, Ava does her best to avoid her former employer.

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  20. Background image for Par for the Course
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #19 - Par for the Course

    S3:E6

    Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with the cable affiliates who could decide her future.

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  21. Background image for Primm
    8.1/10(16 votes)

    #20 - Primm

    S1:E2

    Deborah tests Ava's limits.

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  22. Background image for A Gig's A Gig
    8.1/10(13 votes)

    #21 - A Gig's A Gig

    S1:E3

    Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

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  23. Background image for Tunnel of Love
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #22 - Tunnel of Love

    S1:E7

    DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

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  24. Background image for D'Jewelry
    8.0/10(14 votes)

    #23 - D'Jewelry

    S1:E4

    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.

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  25. Background image for D'Christening
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #24 - D'Christening

    S4:E7

    Deborah and Ava return to Vegas for DJ's son's christening. Jimmy and Kayla have their hands full with Dance Mom.

    Writer:Joe Mande
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  26. Background image for Witch of the Week
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Witch of the Week

    S4:E8

    Deborah pitches a new approach for the show. Nina arrives with a plan for Ava's future. Jimmy struggles to keep up, while Kayla fields an offer.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Andrew Law
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Best Episodes Summary

"I Love LA" is the best rated episode of "Hacks". It scored 9.7/10 based on 3 votes. Directed by Paul W. Downs and written by Pat Regan, it aired on 4/24/2025. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Slippery Slope".