Hacks: Season 5
Hacks Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes. Hacks is an American dark comedy drama television series created by Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky that premiered on May 13, 2021, on HBO Max. It follows Deborah Vance, played by Jean Smart, who is a legendary Las Vegas comedian and stand-up comedian, alongside her comedy writer. The series explores a dark mentorship that forms between D
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series is an American dark comedy drama television series created by Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky.
- It premiered on May 13, 2021, on HBO Max.
- The narrative follows Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas stand-up comedian, and her comedy writer.
- A dark mentorship forms between Deborah Vance and an unnamed partner.
Season overview
Hacks Season 5 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes. Hacks is an American dark comedy drama television series created by Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky that premiered on May 13, 2021, on HBO Max. It follows Deborah Vance, played by Jean Smart, who is a legendary Las Vegas comedian and stand-up comedian, alongside her comedy writer. The series explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance and another individual. The show is classified under the comedy and drama genres, carries a TV-MA rating, and is streamed on platforms like HBO Max.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
EGOT
Apr 9, 2026 · 34 min
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
Apr 16, 2026 · 32 min
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
No New Tricks
Apr 23, 2026 · 38 min
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?
Apr 30, 2026 · 32 min
Ava finds inspiration at a 50th anniversary event for Who's Making Dinner?, while Deborah is reminded of painful memories.
D'Amazing Race
Apr 30, 2026 · 37 min
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 rig
QuikScribbl
May 7, 2026 · 36 min
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 a
Montecito
May 7, 2026 · 38 min
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 w
The Cube
May 14, 2026 · 34 min
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
The Garden
May 21, 2026 · 35 min
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
Hacks
May 28, 2026 · 47 min
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'