Hot Ones: Season 5
Season 5 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Hot Ones Season 4.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 5 Progress Shield
Taraji P. Henson Needs a Stunt Double to Eat Spicy Wings
Jan 18, 2018
Hot Ones is back, and it's hotter than ever. In the Season 5 premiere, actress Taraji P. Henson—whose roles include bad-b*tch extraordinaire Cookie Lyon on Empire—becomes the first
Sasha Banks Bosses Up While Eating Spicy Wings
Jan 25, 2018
The Legit Boss herself—WWE superstar Sasha Banks—is no stranger to throwing down in the squared circle. But how will she fare in the Hot Ones terror dome? Find out as Banks battles
Von Miller Geeks Out Over Spicy Wings
Feb 1, 2018
Welcome to the Super Bowl of Spice, Hot Ones fans! In the lead-up to Super Bowl LII this Sunday on NBC (6pm EST), Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller tests his mettle against the
Rich Brian Experiences Peak Bromance While Eating Spicy Wings
Feb 8, 2018
Rap phenom Rich Brian just became the first Asian artist to ever reach #1 on the iTunes Hip Hop Chart with his debut album, "Amen." But how is he with hot food? Find out as Indones
Hannibal Buress Freestyles While Eating Spicy Wings
Feb 15, 2018
For the momentous 100th episode of Hot Ones, we had to track down one of the most requested, most elusive guests on our wish list: the hilarious Hannibal Buress. While struggling t
Michael B. Jordan Gets Knocked Out by Spicy Wings
Feb 22, 2018
Movie star Michael B. Jordan has the Midas touch with roles—from cult favorites like The Wire and Friday Night Lights, to films like Creed and Black Panther, the actor seems to onl
Ty Burrell Fears Sudden Death While Eating Spicy Wings
Mar 1, 2018
Ty Burrell is one of TV's most iconic dads, playing Phil Dunphy on ABC's Modern Family. Unfortunately, that in no way prepares him for the wings of death. Fearing for his life, the
Charlize Theron Takes a Rorschach Test While Eating Spicy Wings
Mar 8, 2018
Charlize Theron is an Oscar-winning actress, humanitarian, and Hollywood superstar. But how is she with hot food? Find out as the Gringo star tests her spice credentials against th
Adam Rippon Competes in the Olympics of Eating Spicy Wings
Mar 15, 2018
Adam Rippon won the hearts of millions at the 2018 Winter Olympics with his electric performances and outspoken interviews. But how is he with hot food? Find out as the figure-skat
Gabriel Iglesias Does Wrestling Trivia While Eating Spicy Wings
Mar 22, 2018
Gabriel Iglesias is a stand-up veteran, entertainment powerhouse, and one of the best voice actors working today. But how is he with hot food? Find out as "Fluffy" battles the wing
Shawn Mendes Reveals a New Side of Himself While Eating Spicy Wings
Mar 29, 2018
In the span of a few short years, Shawn Mendes has gone from learning the guitar via YouTube tutorials in his bedroom to playing sold-out arenas alongside Taylor Swift. But how is
Philip DeFranco Sets a YouTube Record While Eating Spicy Wings
Apr 5, 2018
Philip DeFranco is O.G. YouTube royalty, and his eponymous show is a paradigm-shifting mix of news and opinion tackling everything from politics, to celebrity gossip, to the crypto
Trick Daddy Prays for Help While Eating Spicy Wings
Apr 12, 2018
Trick Daddy is a platinum-selling artist with more than 20 years in the rap game, a bonafide hitmaker, and arguably hip-hop's greatest chef. But how is he with hot food? Find out a
Tyra Banks Cries for Her Mom While Eating Spicy Wings
Apr 19, 2018
Tyra Banks is a fashion world icon, legendary supermodel, TV host, business mogul, and author of "Perfect Is Boring," a new book she wrote with her mom. But how is she with hot foo
Alton Brown Rigorously Reviews Spicy Wings
Apr 26, 2018
Alton Brown is a food-TV trailblazer, award-winning author, and all-around culinary powerhouse. But how is he with hot food? Find out as the Iron Chef America host sits down for hi
John Mayer Has a Sing-Off While Eating Spicy Wings
May 3, 2018
John Mayer is a platinum-selling singer-songwriter with seven Grammys on the mantle and a preternatural ability to shred the guitar, but how is he with hot food? Find out as Mayer