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The Worst Episodes of Hot Ones

Every episode of Hot Ones ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Hot Ones!

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S1E8 DJ Khaled Talks Fuccbois, Finga Licking, and Media Dinosaurs While Eating Spicy Wings
3.967 votes
Best episode
S23E12 Shakira Howls Like a She-Wolf While Eating Spicy Wings
9.5212 votes
Top season
Season 20
7.5avg
Binge time
7d 4h
442 episodes
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Hot Ones Season 1 Episode 8 - DJ Khaled Talks Fuccbois, Finga Licking, and Media Dinosaurs While Eating Spicy Wings
    3.9/10(67 votes)

    S1:E8

    In the Hot Ones season 1 finale, the "We the Best" hitmaker brings his take-no-Ls mentality to the wildest wings challenge on the Internet.

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  2. Hot Ones Season 30 Episode 10 - Millie Bobby Brown Petitions Da Bomb While Eating Spicy Wing
    4.4/10(27 votes)

    S30:E10

    Millie Bobby Brown is an actress, producer, and the founder of Florence by Mills. She first braved the Hot Ones gauntlet in 2022 and has since closed the book on a decade as Eleven in the smash hit Stranger Things. Now, she's back as Victorian London's sharpest sleuth in Enola Holmes 3, available on Netflix. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Millie takes on the wings of death (again!) and discusses raising farm animals, the secrets to a great spag bol, and the art of looking terrified on camera. Also: a special cameo from her Enola Holmes co-star, Louis Partridge!

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  3. Hot Ones Season 29 Episode 3 - MrBeast Faces His Scariest Challenge Yet While Eating Spicy Wings
    3.6/10(15 votes)

    S29:E3

    MrBeast—a.k.a., Jimmy Donaldson—is an entertainment industry juggernaut who has built an empire on challenges, survival stunts, and giving away enormous sums of money. His chocolate and snack brand, Feastables, is taking over shelves across the country, and his record-shattering competition series, Beast Games, is back for Season 2—check it out now on Amazon Prime Video. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as MrBeast takes on the wings of death and discusses his most harrowing experiences making YouTube videos, attempts to do speed math while his brain melts in hot sauce, and admits that the thing he's most afraid of is spicy food.

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  4. Hot Ones Season 14 Episode 4 - Awkwafina Gets Hot and Cold While Eating Spicy Wings
    4.9/10(32 votes)

    S14:E4

    Awkwafina is the Golden Globe Award-winning actress you know from films like Crazy Rich Asians and The Farewell. Her latest project is the highly anticipated animated film Raya and the Last Dragon, which is coming to theaters and Disney+ on March 5th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as "Nora from Queens" takes on the wings of death, fangirls out over Hot Ones, and breaks down everything from her love of Charles Bukowski, to her formative years as a trumpeter. Plus: a special cameo from The Takeout host Dumbfoundead, and Sean's post-mortem on the infamous Bobby Lee episode!

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  5. Hot Ones Season 1 Episode 1 - Tony Yayo Talks Shmoney Dance and Eminem's Taco Habit While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.2/10(40 votes)

    S1:E1

    Tony Yayo talks Shmoney Dance and Eminem's taco habit while eating spicy wings.

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  6. Hot Ones Season 27 Episode 4 - Dakota Johnson Is Not Okay While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.1/10(32 votes)

    S27:E4

    Dakota Johnson is an actress and producer you know from films like Suspiria, Black Mass, The Lost Daughter, and many more. You can catch her in theaters now starring alongside Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal in the A24 romantic comedy, Materialists. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Johnson takes on the wings of death and discusses German expressionist dance, the enduring appeal of happy endings, and why Hollywood is so risk-averse.

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  7. Hot Ones Season 19 Episode 7 - James Corden Experiences Mouth Karma While Eating Spicy Wings
    4.9/10(21 votes)

    S19:E7

    James Corden is the 12-time Emmy Award–winning host of The Late Late Show with James Corden. You can also catch him starring alongside Sally Hawkins in the dark comedy-drama series Mammals, which is set to release on Prime Video November 11th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the multi-talented chat show host compares YouTube notes with Sean Evans, recalls an iconic scene from Gavin & Stacey, and talks about almost killing Tom Cruise.

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  8. Hot Ones Season 1 Episode 3 - Machine Gun Kelly Talks Diddy, Hangovers, & Amber Rose While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.5/10(47 votes)

    S1:E3

    The Bad Boy emcee tests his limits—and answers some scorching questions—while taking on some of the wildest hot sauces in the world.

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  9. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 21 - Joe Budden Keeps It Real While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.3/10(30 votes)

    S2:E21

    The Jersey City emcee may be stirring up headlines these days with his string of Drake disses, but let's be real: We've always wanted to get Joe into the hot seat. The hip-hop rabble-rouser proves that whether it's a hot-sauce duel or a rap battle, he never backs down.

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  10. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 38 - Action Bronson Blows His High Eating Spicy Wings
    5.0/10(17 votes)

    S2:E38

    You asked for him, and now he's here: Mr. Wonderful in the Hot Ones studio. The host of Viceland's "F**k That's Delicious" smokes and drinks his way through the Scoville onslaught, tackling questions about everything from on-stage body slams to legendary TV chefs along the way. And don't worry: There's a Big Body Bes cameo, just as you knew there would be.

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  11. Hot Ones Season 4 Episode 19 - Mario Batali Celebrates Thanksgiving with Spicy Wings
    4.6/10(11 votes)

    S4:E19

    Happy Thanksgiving, Hot Ones fans! Last year, Rachael Ray gave us a Turkey Day spectacle for the ages when she mainlined all 10 hot sauces straight off a spoon. Can celeb-chef-in-arms Mario Batali live up to the powerful precedent, or will he melt down in front of the wings of death? Find out as Molto Mario steps into the holiday-themed Hot Ones terror-dome, breaking down his new Yeezy obsession and offering a recipe for the ultimate Thanksgiving-leftover sandwich as the Scovilles rise.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Hot Ones Season 15 Episode 3 - Quavo Is Stunned by Spicy Wings
    4.6/10(11 votes)

    S15:E3

    Quavo is a rapper, songwriter, and record producer you know as one-third of the rap group Migos. The latest single, "Straightenin," is out now with the group's upcoming fourth studio album Culture III set to release on June 11th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Quavo follows in the footsteps of Offset and attempts to scale the heights of Mount Scoville, discussing everything from Jeff Goldblum fits, to studio sessions with DJ Khaled, to partying with Elon Musk along the way.

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  13. Hot Ones Season 1 Episode 2 - Anthony Rizzo on Chicago Cubs Rivalries & Baseball Superstitions While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.7/10(38 votes)

    S1:E2

    Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is a legitimate powerhouse on the baseball diamond—a 6 foot 3, 240 pound all-star who knocked in 32 home runs last year.

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  14. Hot Ones Season 24 Episode 7 - Serena Williams Returns Hot Sauce Serve After Hot Sauce Serve While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.7/10(34 votes)

    S24:E7

    Serena Williams is one of the most decorated athletes of a generation—an icon in tennis, pop culture, and fashion. Her bonafides in the sport are incomparable and she chronicles her legendary career in a multi-part series called In the Arena: Serena Williams set to air on ESPN+ on July 10. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Williams takes on the wings of death and discusses the value of a post-game press conference, grunting during tennis matches, the perfect karaoke night, competing against her sister Venus Williams, and attempting to deposit a million-dollar check at a bank drive-thru.

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  15. Hot Ones Season 26 Episode 9 - Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco Burn With Love While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.4/10(19 votes)

    S26:E9

    Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are both pop-culture icons in their own right, and they have a brand-new collaborative album—"I Said I Love You First"—coming March 21st. Check out the singles "Scared of Loving You," and "Call Me When You Break Up" featuring Gracie Abrams. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as the couple take on the wings of death together and discuss food hot takes, old-soul chats with Steve Martin and Martin Short, and their burning love for one another. Couples goals, Hot Ones style!

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  16. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 40 - Rachael Ray Mainlines Hot Sauce for Thanksgiving
    5.4/10(17 votes)

    S2:E40

    Who else could we tap for the first-ever Hot Ones Thanksgiving special than the Turkey Day Queen herself, Rachael Ray? The TV vet, cookbook author, and general food-world powerhouse brought an unorthodox strategy to the wings challenge that is sure to go down in Hot Ones lore. Douse your turkey drums in Blair's Mega Death and let's get this party started.

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  17. Hot Ones Season 16 Episode 2 - Derrick Lewis Is Not Okay While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.3/10(13 votes)

    S16:E2

    Derrick Lewis is a top contender in the UFC's heavyweight division, and there's not a single fighter in the weight class' history with more knockouts on their resume. You can catch him headlining UFC FIGHT NIGHT on December 18, 2021 in Las Vegas with his five-round bout against Chris Daukaus. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as "The Black Beast" tries to withstand body blows and head kicks from the wings of death. Along the way, the Houston native discusses golf, turkey legs, and the art of knocking people out.

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  18. Hot Ones Season 12 Episode 6 - T-Pain Tastes Gas While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.5/10(16 votes)

    S12:E6

    T-Pain is a bonafide hit-maker and two-time Grammy Award winner, and he's got close to 50 Billboard-charting bops to his name. His latest single is "Get Up," and today he's back for another battle against the wings of death. Last time, he struggled epically with the spice—how will he do from home? Find out as the gregarious crooner and beloved Hot Ones legend slams flats and drums while discussing his cartoon Mount Rushmore, his triumph on the Masked Singer, and much more. It's a feel-good Hot Ones for these crazy times!

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  19. Hot Ones Season 22 Episode 4 - Doja Cat Is Doing Great While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.5/10(16 votes)

    S22:E4

    Doja Cat is a Grammy Award–winning artist and certified hitmaker with close to a dozen Billboard Top Tens over the years. Her fourth studio album, Scarlet, is available everywhere now. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Doja Cat takes on the wings of death and discusses hip-hop legends like Busta Rhymes and Missy Elliott, extols the virtues of going bald, and makes some Last Dab–inspired art.

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  20. Hot Ones Season 26 Episode 1 - Bad Bunny Risks His Life While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.7/10(21 votes)

    S26:E1

    Bad Bunny is a three-time Grammy Award–winning artist, and one of the most streamed musicians on the planet. This summer, he will be doing a much-anticipated residency in his homeland of Puerto Rico, and all of this is coming on the heels of his brand-new #1 album in the world, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. But how is he with spicy wings? Find out as Benito takes on the wings of death and discusses the making of "BAILE INoLVIDABLE," his most memorable fashion moments, and why he is the best celebrity wrestler of all time—and that's a fact!

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  21. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 12 - Mike Epps Gets Crushed by Spicy Wings
    5.8/10(25 votes)

    S2:E12

    The craziest uncle on TV—catch him on Uncle Buck and Survivor’s Remorse—takes on some of the craziest hot sauces in the world in this no-holds-barred interview. Will he make it through the fiery gauntlet, or go down in the Hot Ones Hall of Shame alongside DJ Khaled and Tony Yayo? Find out, and watch the standup vet crack jokes about everything from Atlanta strip clubs, to host Sean Evans' resemblance to a certain Lord of the Rings character.

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  22. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 36 - Tony Hawk Eats Spicy Wings LIVE at ComplexCon
    5.7/10(20 votes)

    S2:E36

    It's a historic day at Hot Ones: The first-ever live edition of Hot Ones, coming at you from the cultural mega-fest ComplexCon in Long Beach, CA. If you think the wings are fake or Sean Evans is a CGI character cobbled together by editors, maybe this will put your mind at ease? Either way, you'll get a pretty great interview with skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, so tune in.

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  23. Hot Ones Season 14 Episode 11 - Russell Brand Serenades Superfan Brett Baker While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.6/10(16 votes)

    S14:E11

    Russell Brand is back! O.G. Hot Ones fans remember Russell Brand's classic run-in with the wings of death back in 2017, as well as his operatic ode to Brett Baker—the Hot Ones superfan known for his Hot Ones Power Rankings. These days, Brand is as busy as ever: His latest project is the Audible Original, Revelation: Connecting With the Sacred, which is currently available for download. And not to be outdone, his YouTube channel now has more than 3 million subscribers. But can he triumph in the War on Spice once more? Find out as the silver-tongued comedian sets the world to rights and welcomes a very special guest. Spice lords, you do NOT want to miss this

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  24. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 47 - Rhett & Link Eat the World's Spiciest Curry with Sean Evans
    5.8/10(21 votes)

    S2:E47

    In this special precursor to Season 3, YouTube sensations Rhett & Link meet Sean Evans at Brick Lane Curry House in NYC for a Hot Ones off-season training session. The trio compete in a “spicy” trivia contest—answer a question incorrectly and you must take a heaping forkful of phaal, the spiciest curry in the world, made with some of the hottest peppers in the world in including the famous Smokin’ Ed’s Carolina Reaper.

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  25. Hot Ones Season 2 Episode 25 - YG Keeps His Bool Eating Spicy Nuggets
    5.9/10(24 votes)

    S2:E25

    At age 26, Compton rapper YG has already released two classic albums, My Krazy Life and Still Brazy. Seems like as good a time as any to eat some ridiculously hot nuggets for the Internet. Watch the West Coast hip-hop icon crush Scovilles while discussing his most controversial tracks, his love of Toms, and the best chain pizzas.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"DJ Khaled Talks Fuccbois, Finga Licking, and Media Dinosaurs While Eating Spicy Wings" is the worst rated episode of Hot Ones. It scored 3.9/10 from 67 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on October 22, 2015. This episode scored 0.5 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Millie Bobby Brown Petitions Da Bomb While Eating Spicy Wing".

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