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Excitingly, I can confirm that my beloved HBO Max show’s dark comedy drama will grace our screens once more, as it’s been officially renewed for a fifth season! And just when we thought things couldn’t get any better, this announcement comes right before the Season 4 finale on Thursday.

Information indicates that news about Season 5 of Hacks originated from creators Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky during a special screening in Los Angeles. Additionally, it has been reported that Season 4 of the series has been its most-watched to date, making the decision for renewal quite straightforward. The stars of Hacks, namely Hannah Einbinder and Jean Smart, portray characters who navigate their professional lives; Ava (Einbinder), a struggling comedy writer, and Deborah Vance (Smart), a legendary stand-up comedian seeking to stay relevant on the Las Vegas strip. As Deborah tries to modernize her act, she forms a connection with Ava as they collaborate to overcome their individual and professional challenges.

In her own style reminiscent of Deborah Vance, the show Hacks continues to grow more bold, sharp, and iconic over time, as stated by Erin Underhill, President of Universal Television. We’re ecstatically excited to continue the comedic journey with Jen, Paul, Lucia, our talented cast and crew, and our partners at Max, keeping the laughter flowing!

As a film enthusiast, I’m excited to share that apart from Smart and Einbinder, this captivating series features Carl Clemons Hopkins, Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs, Rose Abdoo, and Mark Indelicato. This show, centered around the world of comedians and writers, has been graced by a host of renowned guest stars. Luminaries such as Wayne Newton, Margaret Cho, Natasha Leggero, Patton Oswalt, and many more have made memorable cameos in it.

The head of HBO Max’s original programming, Sarah Aubrey, was equally thrilled about the show’s renewal and expressed her joy by saying, “Yes! More! We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the exceptionally skilled cast and crew of ‘Hacks’, as well as our valued partners at Universal Television.

The fourth season of Hacks debuted on Max on April 10th, maintaining a suspenseful atmosphere following an incident where Ava was caught attempting to coerce Deborah into naming her the chief writer for her new late-night program. The last episode of this season is set to conclude on Thursday, May 29th.

Hacks Continues to Win Numerous Prestigious Awards

Throughout its broadcast, the show “Hacks” has garnered extensive praise from critics, earning several Emmy Awards. These include one for Outstanding Comedy Series and three for Outstanding Lead Actress (Smart). Additionally, it won two awards for Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Directing. The series has also resonated with audiences, boasting a remarkable 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with both the first two seasons achieving a perfect 100%.

Previously this year, the series bagged two out of its three nominations. It received the accolade for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, and Smart was awarded Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy as well. A few months earlier, it had also clinched another award, being crowned Outstanding Comedy Series instead of the anticipated winner, The Bear.

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2025-05-28 18:36