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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Will There Be a Hacks Season 5?
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Season four of Hacks wraps up tonight as Deborah prepares to deal with a difficult contract negotiation in the tenth and final episode of the critically acclaimed season that earned a Certified Fresh score of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, it has now been revealed that the story will not end here as Max confirms the Emmy Award-winning series will return for a fifth season. Head of Max Original Programming, Sarah Aubrey, says, "Yes! More! We congratulate Hacks' singularly talented cast and crew and our great partners at Universal Television." Universal Television President Erin Underhill says, "Like Deborah Vance herself, Hacks only gets bolder, sharper, and more iconic with time. We're beyond thrilled to keep the laughter rolling with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our extraordinary cast and crew, and our partners at Max." Eric Balfour and Jean Smart in Hacks Season 4, Episode 9. Eric Balfour and Jean Smart in Hacks Season 4, Episode 9. Jake Giles Netter/Max READ: Hacks Season 4 Episode 10 – Release Date, Schedule, How To Watch Since its debut in 2021, Hacks has earned over 48 Emmy nominations, including a win for Outstanding Comedy Series for season three. Led by Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, the series follows the mentorship between their respective characters and studies the dark twists and turns of the entertainment industry. Season four wraps up tonight at 6 pm (PT)/9 pm (ET) on Max, so be sure to tune in. Will There Be a Season 5 of Hacks? Yes. It has been confirmed that Hacks will return for a fifth season. Max shares that Hacks has been a top five series in the US on the platform since season four debuted in April and a top ten series globally. Hacks Season 5 Release Date There is not yet an official release date for Hacks season five. Hacks Season 4 Finale – How To Watch You can watch the Hacks season four finale on May 29 on Max from 6 pm (PT) on May 29, 2025/9 pm Eastern Time (ET). You will need a Max subscription to watch the Hacks season four finale. Subscriptions for Max start at $9.99 per month with ads or $99.99 for the year, while a standard no-ads subscription starts at $16.99 per month or $169.99 annually. What Is Hacks About? The official synopsis for Hacks, as per IMDb, reads: Explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old. The show stars Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Paul W. Downs, Megan Stalter, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato, and Rose Abdoo.
Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
'Hacks' has officially been renewed for season 5 on HBO Max
The finale episode of "Hacks" season 4 will hit HBO Max on Thursday, May 29 but if you're already starting to miss the biting, brilliant banter between Jean Smart's Deborah Vance and Hannah Einbinder's Ava Daniels, we've got good news: The Emmy-winning comedy will return for season 5, per an official announcement this week from the streaming service. The renewal isn't entirely shocking: The fourth season of the acclaimed comedy series, which debuted on April 10, has been the series' most-watched so far, with each episode's viewership seeing week-over-week growth both domestically and globally, reports Variety. On Rotten Tomatoes, the fourth season holds a stellar 97% approval rating. And "Hacks" — which centers on a legendary Las Vegas-based stand-up comedian (played by six-time Emmy winner Smart) and her complicated professional and personal relationship with a young comedy writer (Einbinder) — is certainly an awards darling, with the show adding to its already jam-packed trophy collection by winning Primetime Emmys for Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing and a Lead Actress honor for Smart's star performance last year. A post shared by Max (@streamonmax) A photo posted by on Of the renewal news, Sarah Aubrey, Head of Max Original Programming, said: 'Yes! More! We congratulate 'Hacks' singularly talented cast and crew and our great partners at Universal Television.' 'Like Deborah Vance herself, 'Hacks' only gets bolder, sharper, and more iconic with time," added Erin Underhill, President of Universal Television, in a statement, joining in on the congratulations. "We're beyond thrilled to keep the laughter rolling with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our extraordinary cast and crew, and our partners at Max.' Given that "Hacks" season 4 hasn't yet finished airing on Max, there's no official word yet on when the fifth season will drop on the streamer. However, in an era of exceptionally long waits between TV seasons (we're looking at you, "Bridgerton"), "Hacks" is graciously one of the few shows with a consistent yearly production cycle, which means it seems likely that we'll get to see new hijinks from Deborah, Ava and the gang sometime in spring 2026. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Along with Smart and Einbinder, the cast of "Hacks" includes Paul W. Downs (who also created the series alongside Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky), Megan Stalter, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato and Rose Abdoo in the main ensemble, with folks like Kaitlin Olson, Christopher McDonald, Helen Hunt, Julianne Nicholson, Jane Adams, Dan Bucatinsky, Tony Goldwyn, Jimmy Kimmel and the iconic Carol Burnett popping up in memorable supporting roles and guest appearances. Tom's Guide will keep you posted on all things related to "Hacks" season 5, including plot details, casting notices, teaser trailers and more. Stay tuned!
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hit US TV show renewed for FIFTH season – before fourth even finishes
It previously won four Golden Globes and nine Primetime Emmys GREEN LIGHT Hit US TV show renewed for FIFTH season – before fourth even finishes Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HIT US TV show has been renewed for a fifth season, before the fourth series even came to an end. The black-comedy series has won critical acclaim and dozens of awards. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Bosses have commissioned Hacks for another season Credit: Alamy 5 Jean Smart will reprise her role as legendary comedian Deborah Vance Credit: Alamy Hacks focuses on Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) who is a legendary Las Vegas-based stand-up comedian. However, her act has not aged well as she needs to avoid losing her long-running gigs. So she hires young comedy writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) who was unable to find work due to a previous offensive social media post. She also has a reputation for being self-centred and arrogant, but Jean hires her to liven up the act as her new head writer. The pair develop a close bond as Ava pushes her boss to take more risks and Deborah helps the young employee through a personal journey. So far, the show has been a smash hit, winning four Golden Globe Awards and nine Primetime Emmy Awards. The fourth season only had its premiere last month as the duo attempted to get their late-night show off the ground. They also attempted to make history in the process but they have come to blows behind the scenes. The last episode of the current season will make its way onto TV screens on May 29th. But Jean and Hannah are set to reprise their roles once again as HBO has already given the green light for yet another instalment. Legendary Emmy-winning actress looks unrecognisable as she speaks about life-saving role In a statement, Sarah Aubrey, Head of Original Programming at Max couldn't help but gush about the show as she said: "Yes! More! "We congratulate Hacks' singularly talented cast and crew and our great partners at Universal Television." Erin Underhill is President of Universal Television and she also lauded the talented cast and crew, She explained: "Like Deborah Vance herself, Hacks only gets bolder, sharper, and more iconic with time. "We're beyond thrilled to keep the laughter rolling with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our extraordinary cast and crew, and our partners at Max." 5 The series focuses on an aging comedian who hires an arrogant young writer to liven up her act Credit: HBO 5 Jean Smart stars in the show alongside Hannah Einbinder who plays her aide Credit: HBO/Karen Ballard
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Hacks' renewed for Season 5 ahead of Season 4 finale
Hacks will be back. Max has renewed the Emmy-winning comedy for a fifth season, Gold Derby has learned. The renewal comes two days before the Season 4 finale is set to air on Thursday at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Max. More from GoldDerby Iliza Shlesinger's comedy evolution: 'You don't want to be 42 telling the same jokes you told at 22' The mystery of Pedro Pascal's Emmy category solved as HBO's 'The Last of Us' submissions are revealed 'The Last of Us' composers Gustavo Santaolalla and David Fleming on their unique collaboration Creators and showrunners Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky, who announced the news at a screening in Los Angeles Tuesday evening, have previously said they have a five-season plan for the show, but Max did not specify if Season 5 will be the final one. "Yes! More! We congratulate Hacks' singularly talented cast and crew and our great partners at Universal Television," Sarah Aubrey, head of Max Original Programming, said in a statement. SEE Hacks EP and star Paul W. Downs on Deborah's shocking choice: 'It is the most pivotal episode of the series so far' "Like Deborah Vance herself, Hacks only gets bolder, sharper, and more iconic with time," Erin Underhill, president of Universal Television, added. "We're beyond thrilled to keep the laughter rolling with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our extraordinary cast and crew, and our partners at Max." Season 4 premiered April 10, focusing on the prep and launch of Late Night with Deborah Vance in the wake of Ava (Hannah Einbinder) blackmailing Deborah (Jean Smart) in the Season 3 finale to get the head writer position. In Thursday's season finale, Deborah tries to figure out her next steps after making a surprising move in last week's episode. Season 4 has been the series' most-watch so far, with week-to-week growth every episode, according to Max. The reigning Best Comedy Series Emmy winner, Hacks pulled off one of the biggest upsets, over The Bear, in recent awards history last September. The show has won nine Emmys from 48 nominations through three seasons, including a hat trick of Best Comedy Actress statuettes for Smart. Hacks went on to dominate the winter, taking series prizes at the Golden Globes, Critics Choice Awards, Producers Guild of America Awards, Directors Guild of America Awards, and Writers Guild of America Awards. Best of GoldDerby 'The Pitt' star Supriya Ganesh on Mohan 'reworking' her trauma and when she'll realize Abbot is flirting with her Dream Team: 'Étoile' creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino on the secrets of their partnership: 'You want to be jealous of something someone has done' TV sound editors roundtable: 'Adolescence' and 'Secret Level' Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Hacks' Renewed for Season 5 at HBO Max
There's always more Deborah Vance to go around: IndieWire can announce that beloved HBO Max series 'Hacks' has been renewed for Season 5. The Season 4 finale is set to debuts May 29 on streamer HBO Max, with Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava (Hannah Einbinder) looking to conquer late night TV. The Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award-winning series is created and showrun by Emmy winners Paul W. Downs (who also stars), Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky. 'Hacks' is executive produced by Downs and Aniello via their Paulilu banner, and Statsky via First Thought Productions, as well as Emmy winners Michael Schur via Fremulon, David Miner for 3 Arts Entertainment, Morgan Sackett, and Joe Mande. The studio is Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group. More from IndieWire 'Hacks,' 'Umbrella Academy,' 'Four Seasons,' and More Filmmakers Invite Viewers Into Their Storytelling Process 'The Penguin' Director Jennifer Getzinger: Learn How to Keep Quiet | 'What No One Tells You' In addition to Smart, Einbinder, and Downs, the series stars Megan Stalter, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato, and Rose Abdoo, plus Dan Bucatinsky, Helen Hunt, Tony Goldwyn, Kaitlin Olson, Jane Adams, Lauren Weedman, Christopher McDonald, Poppy Liu, Lorenza Izzo, Johnny Sibilly, Paul Felder, Polly Draper, Luenell, and Aristotle Athari. Season 4 marked the series debuts for Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, Bresha Webb, Robby Hoffman, Eric Balfour, Danny Jolles, Gavin Matts, Grover Whitmore III, Holmes, Jasmine Ashanti, Katy Sullivan, Matt Oberg, and Sandy Honig. 'We congratulate 'Hacks' singularly talented cast and crew and our great partners at Universal Television,' Sarah Aubrey, Head of Max Original Programming, said in a press statement. Erin Underhill, President of Universal Television, added, 'Like Deborah Vance herself, 'Hacks' only gets bolder, sharper, and more iconic with time. We're beyond thrilled to keep the laughter rolling with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our extraordinary cast and crew, and our partners at Max.' In total, 'Hacks' has garnered 48 Emmy nominations, including a Season 3 win for Outstanding Comedy Series. The show has been a top five series on HBO Max since its Season 4 debut in the U.S., and a top 10 series globally. According to HBO, Season 4 has been pacing as the series' best season yet and has achieved both domestic and global week-over-week growth every week so far this season. The IndieWire review for Season 4 praised the comedy series for spotlighting its stellar ensemble cast, with critic Ben Travers writing, ''Hacks' has long made room for all the voices in its ace ensemble, but no one has been able to overshadow its leads, Smart (who has three Emmys for the role) and Hannah Einbinder as Ava (who should have at least two). In part, that's because both actors are delivering impeccable work, balancing their caustic comic chemistry with course, unbridled vulnerability.' Travers teased that the Season 4 finale has its own conclusion while still making room for possible new directions, including perhaps even 'giving Poppy Liu's Kiki the DJ treatment in Season 5.' For next season, 'the floor will also always be incredibly high, given the talent involved,' Travers wrote. 'I just hope there are more rewarding fights ahead, for Deborah, for Ava, and for 'Hacks.'' Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
