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The Best Episodes of Hacks Season 4

Every episode of Hacks Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hacks Season 4!

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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 4 Episode 9 - A Slippery Slope
    9.5/10(2390 votes)

    S4:E9

    Deborah and Ava struggle as Late Night lands in unwanted controversy. While Jimmy navigates the worst day, Kayla thrives.

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

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  2. Hacks Season 4 Episode 6 - Mrs. Table
    8.7/10(1510 votes)

    S4:E6

    Deborah receives the "Courage in Comedy" award, while Ava reaches a breaking point.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Carolyn Lipka

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  3. Hacks Season 4 Episode 4 - I Love LA
    8.6/10(1440 votes)

    S4:E4

    As the taping of her first Late Night episode approaches, Deborah experiences a shocking "first," while Ava makes a new romantic connection.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Pat Regan

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  4. Hacks Season 4 Episode 1 - Big, Brave Girl
    8.4/10(1557 votes)

    S4:E1

    With Deborah determined to boot her from Late Night, Ava attempts to beat her boss at her own game.

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

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  5. Hacks Season 4 Episode 8 - Witch of the Week
    8.3/10(1245 votes)

    S4:E8

    Deborah pitches a new approach for the show. Nina arrives with a plan for Ava's future. Jimmy struggles to keep up, while Kayla fields an offer.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Andrew Law

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  6. Hacks Season 4 Episode 10 - Heaven
    8.1/10(1318 votes)

    S4:E10

    Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.

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

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  7. Hacks Season 4 Episode 2 - Cover Girls
    8.0/10(1344 votes)

    S4:E2

    As Deborah and Ava's feud threatens the future of their show, Jimmy and Kayla have their own struggles.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Samantha Riley

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  8. Hacks Season 4 Episode 3 - What Happens in Vegas
    7.7/10(1327 votes)

    S4:E3

    As pressure mounts to craft a perfect first episode, Deborah and Ava continue to clash over creative control on their writers' "retreat" in Vegas.

    Director:Lucia Aniello
    Writer:Ariel Karlin

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  9. Hacks Season 4 Episode 7 - D'Christening
    7.7/10(1223 votes)

    S4:E7

    Deborah and Ava return to Vegas for DJ's son's christening. Jimmy and Kayla have their hands full with Dance Mom.

    Director:Doron Max Hagay
    Writer:Joe Mande

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  10. Hacks Season 4 Episode 5 - Clickable Face
    7.6/10(1313 votes)

    S4:E5

    Following a focus group, Deborah goes above and beyond to reach a coveted demo, while Ava desperately tries to maintain the show's integrity.

    Director:Paul W. Downs
    Writer:Aisha Muharrar

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Season 4 Ratings Summary

"A Slippery Slope" is the best rated episode of "Hacks" season 4. It scored 9.5/10 based on 2390 votes. Directed by Lucia Aniello and written by Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky, it aired on 5/22/2025. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Mrs. Table".