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The Best Episodes of Hacks Season 1

Every episode of Hacks Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hacks Season 1!

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Hacks Season 1 Episode 10 - I Think She Will
    8.8/10(2170 votes)

    S1:E10

    For her final performance at the Palmetto, Deborah must decide between playing it safe and putting her entire career on the line. Meanwhile, Ava deals with a family crisis.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writers:Jen Statsky, Ariel Karlin

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  2. Hacks Season 1 Episode 6 - New Eyes
    8.7/10(2220 votes)

    S1:E6

    While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writers:Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky

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  3. Hacks Season 1 Episode 5 - Falling
    8.4/10(2170 votes)

    S1:E5

    Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Andrew Law

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  4. Hacks Season 1 Episode 8 - 1.69 Million
    8.4/10(2007 votes)

    S1:E8

    With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan

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  5. Hacks Season 1 Episode 9 - Interview
    8.0/10(1771 votes)

    S1:E9

    Ava tries to keep a secret from Deborah, but someone in Deborah’s inner-circle leverages the truth. Meanwhile, Deborah stares down the barrel of her first radically honest show.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Samantha Riley

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  6. Hacks Season 1 Episode 2 - Primm
    7.9/10(2303 votes)

    S1:E2

    Deborah tests Ava's limits.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Paul W. Downs

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  7. Hacks Season 1 Episode 7 - Tunnel of Love
    7.9/10(1888 votes)

    S1:E7

    DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

    Director:Desiree Akhavan
    Writer:Katherine Kearns

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  8. Hacks Season 1 Episode 3 - A Gig's a Gig
    7.8/10(2116 votes)

    S1:E3

    Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Lucia Aniello

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  9. Hacks Season 1 Episode 4 - D'Jewelry
    7.8/10(2043 votes)

    S1:E4

    At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

    Director:Desiree Akhavan
    Writer:Joanna Calo

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  10. Hacks Season 1 Episode 1 - There Is No Line
    7.7/10(2625 votes)

    S1:E1

    An entitled young writer and a waning comedy legend must put aside their differences to save their careers.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writers:Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"I Think She Will" is the best rated episode of "Hacks" season 1. It scored 8.8/10 based on 2170 votes. Directed by Lucia Aniello and written by Jen Statsky, Ariel Karlin, it aired on 6/10/2021. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "New Eyes".