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The Best Episodes of Hot Ones

The show with hot questions and even hotter wings invites a famous guest over to eat and then interviews them while they're struggling through the...
  1. Background image for Key & Peele Lose Their Minds Eating Spicy Wings
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - Key & Peele Lose Their Minds Eating Spicy Wings

    S2:E8

    What happens when Hot Ones takes over your press junket? Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele found out as they did the rounds to promote their new comedy, Keanu, hitting theaters April 29. Hot Ones host Sean Evans unleashed five fiery wings on each of the comedians to get one of their craziest interviews yet.

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  2. Background image for Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings

    S15:E4

    Elizabeth Olsen is an actress whose work includes everything from the theater, to acclaimed indies like Wind River and Ingrid Goes West, to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the megahit show WandaVision, which is currently streaming on Disney+. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Olsen takes on the wings of death and discusses WandaVision easter eggs, Comic-Con, the definition of “stan,” and much more!

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  3. Background image for Bryan Cranston Fully Commits While Eating Spicy Wings
    10.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Bryan Cranston Fully Commits While Eating Spicy Wings

    S20:E2

    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.

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  4. Background image for Shakira Howls Like a She-Wolf While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.6/10(147 votes)

    #4 - Shakira Howls Like a She-Wolf While Eating Spicy Wings

    S23:E12

    Shakira is a global pop music icon with a storied career that includes everything from multiple Grammy Awards, to global tours, and more than 95 million records sold. She's back with a brand-new album, her first studio release in nearly seven years, called Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Shakira takes on the wings of death and discusses the evolution of her singing voice, collaborating with Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane, and which lyrics fans are most likely to yell at her in the street.

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  5. Background image for Matty Matheson Turns into a Motivational Speaker Eating Spicy Wings
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Matty Matheson Turns into a Motivational Speaker Eating Spicy Wings

    S2:E22

    The Toronto chef and host of Viceland's Dead Set on Life brings some long-awaited culinary cred to the Hot Ones table. He weighs in on our namesake hot sauce, opens up about the pitfalls of kitchen life, explains the various ways he has lost teeth, and much more. It's a roller coaster—strap in.

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  6. Background image for Russell Brand Achieves Enlightenment While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - Russell Brand Achieves Enlightenment While Eating Spicy Wings

    S3:E7

    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!

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  8. Background image for Dax Shepard Does Mental Math While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #7 - Dax Shepard Does Mental Math While Eating Spicy Wings

    S3:E10

    Dax Shepard may have written/directed/starred in the new buddy-cop film CHiPS (March 24), married the lovely Kristen Bell, and pranked countless celebs on Punk'd, but what we really want to know is: How is he with hot food?! Hot Ones host Sean Evans finds out as he goes wing for scorching wing with the actor, grilling him on everything from his Jay Z man crush, to his deep love for Costco.

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  9. Background image for H3H3 Productions Does Couples Therapy While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #8 - H3H3 Productions Does Couples Therapy While Eating Spicy Wings

    S3:E11

    Sean Evans doesn't mess around when "the best channel on YouTube" stops by Hot Ones to experience the wings of death. Through the Scoville onslaught, he grills Ethan on everything from Fupa Loss 2017, to the behind-the-scenes story of the "Vape Nation" video. And don't worry, H3H3 fans: Hila came too. Papa Bless!

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  10. Background image for Andy Cohen Spills the Tea While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.0/10(1 votes)

    #9 - Andy Cohen Spills the Tea While Eating Spicy Wings

    S3:E19

    The "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" star is no stranger to talk shows going off the rails. But can his experience with combustible "Real Housewives" reunions and Lady Gaga pee-perfume hijinks prepare him for the likes of Zombie Apocalypse and Mad Dog 357? Find out as he takes on some hot questions and even hotter wings with Sean Evans, dishing on everything from smoking weed with Snoop Dogg, to gym selfies with Anderson Cooper.

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  11. Background image for Paul Rudd Does a Historic Dab While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.8/10(95 votes)

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

    S10:E5

    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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  12. Background image for Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings
    8.7/10(143 votes)

    #11 - Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings

    S8:E1

    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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  13. Background image for Lisa Dances Through the Pain While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.7/10(25 votes)

    #12 - Lisa Dances Through the Pain While Eating Spicy Wings

    S26:E6

    Lisa is a record-shattering global pop star who broke through with the best-selling group, BLACKPINK. These days, you can catch her making her acting debut in Season 3 of The White Lotus, now streaming on Max. And she has a brand-new album on the way—it's called Alter Ego, and it's slated to arrive February 28th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Lalisa discusses Rockstar choreography, working with Max Martin, and the best Thai street-food dishes.

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  14. Background image for Tim Dillon Helps Himself to More Milk While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    #13 - Tim Dillon Helps Himself to More Milk While Eating Spicy Wings

    S27:E3

    Tim Dillon is a comedian with a new special called "I'm Your Mother" on Netflix now. You can catch new episodes of the Tim Dillon Show podcast every Saturday, and visit timdilloncomedy.com for live show dates and tickets. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Dillon takes on the wings of death and discusses the best fast-food item of all time, the state of the billionaire class, and the culinary merits of Long Island.

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  15. Background image for Jeffrey Dean Morgan Can’t Feel His Face While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.5/10(31 votes)

    #14 - Jeffrey Dean Morgan Can’t Feel His Face While Eating Spicy Wings

    S14:E10

    Jeffrey Dean Morgan has played many unforgettable roles on film and TV, perhaps most notably as Negan on The Walking Dead—get ready for a big character reveal on April 4th! You can also catch him in The Unholy, a horror movie set to release in theaters and streaming on April 2nd. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as one of TV’s greatest villains takes on the wings of death and discusses visiting Stonehenge with Norman Reedus, riding Harleys, and the gig that almost made him quit acting.

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  16. Background image for Will Forte Goes For a High Score While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.5/10(11 votes)

    #15 - Will Forte Goes For a High Score While Eating Spicy Wings

    S26:E12

    Will Forte is an actor and comedian you know from his nearly decade-long run on Saturday Night Live, films like Nebraska and MacGruber, and the sitcom Last Man on Earth. You can also catch him in Disney and Pixar's first animated television series, Win or Lose, now streaming on Disney+, as well as the comedy miniseries The Four Seasons coming to Netflix in May. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Forte takes on the wings of death and talks about day drinking with Seth Meyers, committing to his comedy, and trying to get the highest Donkey Kong score of all time.

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  17. Background image for Bill Murray Doesn’t Flinch While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.4/10(21 votes)

    #16 - Bill Murray Doesn’t Flinch While Eating Spicy Wings

    S26:E7

    Bill Murray is a pop-culture icon and Mark Twain Award-winning comedian and actor, who has entertained us for nearly five decades. And now, you can catch him in the critically acclaimed comedy Riff Raff, in theaters now. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Hollywood legend takes on the wings of death and discusses his iconic roles, reflects on SNL’s 50th anniversary, and shares a dab with Pete Davidson.

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  18. Background image for Aaron Paul Gets Broken Bad While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.4/10(9 votes)

    #17 - Aaron Paul Gets Broken Bad While Eating Spicy Wings

    S27:E1

    Aaron Paul is a three-time Emmy Award–winning actor you know from his iconic performance as Jesse Pinkman in Breaking Bad. Check out Dos Hombres mezcal for your smooth and smoky cocktails this summer, and catch his starring role in the sci-fi thriller, Ash, which is now available on demand and streaming. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Paul takes on the wings of death and discusses Breaking Bad lore, Bryan Cranston's most memorable on-set pranks, and his appearance on The Price Is Right.

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  19. Background image for Shia LaBeouf Sheds a Tear While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.3/10(77 votes)

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

    S10:E1

    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.

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  20. Background image for Josh Brolin Licks the Palate of Absurdity While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.3/10(24 votes)

    #19 - Josh Brolin Licks the Palate of Absurdity While Eating Spicy Wings

    S17:E12

    Josh Brolin is an Academy Award–nominated actor with storied credits that include No Country For Old Men, Sicario, Deadpool, The Avengers, and many more. His latest project is the Western-set mystery thriller Outer Range, which is set to release on Prime Video April 15th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Brolin takes on the wings of death and discusses working with the Coen Brothers, growing up on punk rock, and his favorite TV shows of all time. Don't miss this high-octane Season 17 finale!

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  21. Background image for David Blaine Does Magic While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.2/10(23 votes)

    #20 - David Blaine Does Magic While Eating Spicy Wings

    S19:E1

    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.

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  22. Background image for Paul Dano Needs a Burp Cloth While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.2/10(14 votes)

    #21 - Paul Dano Needs a Burp Cloth While Eating Spicy Wings

    S19:E12

    Paul Dano is an actor you know from acclaimed performances in films like The Batman, Little Miss Sunshine, Prisoners, There Will Be Blood, and many more. You can catch him in his role as Burt Fabelman in Steven Spielberg’s new semi-autobiographical film, The Fabelmans, which is currently in theaters. But how is he with spicy wings? Find out as Dano takes on the wings of death and talks about working with Tom Cruise, the art of choosing roles, and his most memorable on-screen farts. Happy season finale, Spice Lords!

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  23. Background image for Sean Evans and Chili Klaus Eat the Carolina Reaper, the World's Hottest Chili Pepper | Hot Ones
    8.1/10(39 votes)

    #22 - Sean Evans and Chili Klaus Eat the Carolina Reaper, the World's Hottest Chili Pepper | Hot Ones

    S1:E9

    In the first season of Hot Ones, host Sean Evans proved that there's no wing he can't handle. But the world of spicy foods doesn't end at Mad Dog 357 hot sauce. To train for Season 2 and ensure his invisibility on the Hot Ones stage, Sean met up with a true legend of the chili world—Denmark's ghost-pepper-popping Chili Klaus—to take on the hottest chili pepper known to man, the Carolina Reaper. Special thanks to "Smokin' Ed" Currie of PuckerButt Pepper Company in South Carolina for providing the heat.

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  24. Background image for Paul Mescal Is a Big Brave Strong Boy While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.1/10(15 votes)

    #23 - Paul Mescal Is a Big Brave Strong Boy While Eating Spicy Wings

    S25:E9

    Paul Mescal is an Academy Award–nominated actor you know from his acclaimed performances in films like Aftersun and All of Us Strangers, as well as the BBC breakout hit Normal People. He also stars in the Ridley Scott–directed Gladiator 2, which is set to release in theaters on November 22nd. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Mescal takes on the wings of death and discusses his bond with Colin Farrell, his favorite Irish slang, and the culinary merits of Chicken Shop Date.

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  25. Background image for Questlove Refuses Defeat While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.1/10(13 votes)

    #24 - Questlove Refuses Defeat While Eating Spicy Wings

    S26:E3

    Questlove is a six-time Grammy Award–winning musician, an Oscar Award–winning director, and the renowned drummer of The Roots. His latest documentaries are Sly Lives!, chronicling the legendary musician Sly Stone, set to drop on Hulu/Disney+ February 13th; and 50 Years of SNL Music, where he's unpacking the five decade–long history of music in Studio 8H is now available on Peacock. But how is he with spicy wings? Find out as Quest takes on the wings of death and discusses high-school talent show battles against Boyz II Men, celebrates his birthday in fiery fashion, and gets a post-game pep talk from Jimmy Fallon.

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  26. Background image for Jeff Ross Gets Roasted by Spicy Wings
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Jeff Ross Gets Roasted by Spicy Wings

    S2:E18

    Comedian Jeff Ross is best known for turning up the heat at Comedy Central Roasts, busting out some of the most un-PC, no-holds-barred disses imaginable. Now, as he launches his own Roast Battle series, Hot Ones host Sean Evans and flips the script and turns up the heat on Ross, challenging him to take on ten progressively spicier chicken wings and take on some hot questions.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Key & Peele Lose Their Minds Eating Spicy Wings" is the best rated episode of "Hot Ones". It scored 10/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/28/2016. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Elizabeth Olsen Feels Brave While Eating Spicy Wings".