Hacks (Season 5)

Saving the best for last.

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

EGOT (Episode 1) 5.9
Writer: Lucia Aniello
Air date: 2026-04-09
Runtime: 34 min
Overview: After returning from Singapore to a career further smeared by Bob Lipka, Deborah decides to shift the narrative and focus on achieving EGOT status.
Number One Fan (Episode 2) 6.2
Writer: Ariel Karlin
Air date: 2026-04-16
Runtime: 32 min
Overview: After she's turned down by Madison Square Garden, Deborah's attempt to reignite her fanbase doesn't go as planned. Meanwhile, Jimmy unexpectedly gets to pitch one of his idols, and Ava meets her first fan.
No New Tricks (Episode 3) 5.9
Writer: Aisha Muharrar
Air date: 2026-04-23
Runtime: 38 min
Overview: Deborah hits it off with the Palmetto's new artist in residence. Marcus sets out to save a historic casino, and Marty has uninvited wedding guests.
Who's Making Dinner? (Episode 4) 6.1
Writer: Samantha Riley
Air date: 2026-04-30
Runtime: 32 min
Overview: Ava finds inspiration at a 50th anniversary event for Who's Making Dinner?, while Deborah is reminded of painful memories.
D'Amazing Race (Episode 5) 6.1
Writer: Pat Regan
Air date: 2026-04-30
Runtime: 37 min
Overview: When The Amazing Race announces a celebrity edition, DJ holds Deborah to her longstanding promise of partnering up. After Deborah gives her blessing, Ava attempts to secure the rights for her Who's Making Dinner? reboot.
QuikScribbl (Episode 6) 6.1
Writer: Joe Mande
Air date: 2026-05-07
Runtime: 36 min
Overview: With construction on The Diva heading way over budget, Deborah meets with an AI investor, causing friction between her and Ava. Meanwhile, Jimmy and Kayla head out on a road trip after being tasked with landing the new casino's comic in residence.
Montecito (Episode 7) 6.6
Writer: Andrew Law
Air date: 2026-05-07
Runtime: 38 min
Overview: After deciding on a very specific outfit for her MSG show, Deborah is forced to grovel for the esteemed suit...only to find herself on an unexpected couple's weekend in Montecito with Ava.
The Cube (Episode 8) 6.3
Writer: Genevieve Aniello
Air date: 2026-05-14
Runtime: 34 min
Overview: When she's asked to promote her on-sale ticket date, Deborah gets creative with a workaround...only to be stymied by another obstacle. Meanwhile, Kayla and Jimmy find themselves at odds after being served with a lawsuit.
The Garden (Episode 9) 6.3
Writer: Lucia Aniello
Air date: 2026-05-21
Runtime: 35 min
Overview: While Ava pitches her reboot to the network, Deborah does final press ahead of her MSG show and fills a key staffing need at The Diva. Then, Deborah prepares to take the stage for the biggest show of her career – which looks much different than she imagined.
Hacks (Episode 10) 7.3
Writer: Lucia Aniello
Air date: 2026-05-28
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: As Ava embarks on her next project, Deborah, Marcus, and Marty officially open The Diva, and Jimmy's new role proves fortuitous. Then, on the heels of accomplishing everything she's ever wanted, Deborah reveals her final chapter.