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The Best Episodes of Hacks

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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.

Seasons4

  1. Background image for A Slippery Slope
    9.6/10(1.4k votes)

    #1 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Bulletproof
    9.2/10(1.5k votes)

    #2 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  3. Background image for The One, The Only
    9.0/10(1.5k votes)

    #3 - The One, The Only

    S2:E8

    Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  4. Background image for I Love LA
    8.7/10(840 votes)

    #4 - 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.

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    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan
  5. Background image for Mrs. Table
    8.7/10(859 votes)

    #5 - Mrs. Table

    S4:E6

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  6. Background image for Quid Pro Quo
    8.6/10(1.3k votes)

    #6 - Quid Pro Quo

    S2:E2

    Deborah embraces tour life. Ava grapples with the value of honesty. Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  8. Background image for I Think She Will
    8.5/10(13 votes)

    #7 - 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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  9. Background image for Better Late
    8.5/10(1.0k votes)

    #8 - Better Late

    S3:E2

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

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Andrew Law
  10. Background image for Par for the Course
    8.5/10(1.0k votes)

    #9 - 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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    Director:Unknown
  11. Background image for New Eyes
    8.4/10(12 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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    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Unknown
  12. Background image for Retired
    8.4/10(1.2k votes)

    #11 - Retired

    S2:E5

    An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  13. Background image for The Click
    8.4/10(1.2k votes)

    #12 - The Click

    S2:E6

    A girls’ night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  14. Background image for The Roast of Deborah Vance
    8.4/10(966 votes)

    #13 - 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.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Joe Mande
  15. Background image for Yes, And
    8.4/10(1.0k votes)

    #14 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  16. Background image for Big, Brave Girl
    8.4/10(915 votes)

    #15 - 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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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  17. Background image for Witch of the Week
    8.4/10(656 votes)

    #16 - 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.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  18. Background image for Falling
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #17 - Falling

    S1:E5

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

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    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Unknown
  19. Background image for 1.69 Million
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #18 - 1.69 Million

    S1:E8

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

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    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan
  20. Background image for Tunnel of Love
    8.2/10(12 votes)

    #19 - Tunnel of Love

    S1:E7

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

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    Writer:Unknown
  21. Background image for Just for Laughs
    8.2/10(1.1k votes)

    #20 - 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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  22. Background image for One Day
    8.2/10(1.0k votes)

    #21 - 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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  23. Background image for Heaven
    8.2/10(605 votes)

    #22 - Heaven

    S4:E10

    Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  24. Background image for Primm
    8.1/10(14 votes)

    #23 - Primm

    S1:E2

    Deborah tests Ava's limits.

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    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Unknown
  25. Background image for A Gig's A Gig
    8.1/10(11 votes)

    #24 - A Gig's A Gig

    S1:E3

    Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

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    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for D'Jewelry
    8.1/10(12 votes)

    #25 - 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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Best Episodes Summary

"A Slippery Slope" is the best rated episode of "Hacks". It scored 9.6/10 based on 1370 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/22/2025. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Bulletproof".