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The Best Episodes of Hot Ones Season 23

Every episode of Hot Ones Season 23 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hot Ones Season 23!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 12 - Shakira Howls Like a She-Wolf While Eating Spicy Wings
    9.5/10(239 votes)

    S23:E12

    Shakira is a global pop music icon with a storied career that includes everything from multiple Grammy Awards, to global tours, and more than 95 million records sold. She's back with a brand-new album, her first studio release in nearly seven years, called Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Shakira takes on the wings of death and discusses the evolution of her singing voice, collaborating with Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane, and which lyrics fans are most likely to yell at her in the street.

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  2. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 1 - Sydney Sweeney Endures a Nightmare While Eating Spicy Wings
    8.7/10(106 votes)

    S23:E1

    Sydney Sweeney is an Emmy Award–nominated actress you know from breakout hit shows like White Lotus, The Handmaid's Tale, and Euphoria. Now, she's taking on the role of Spider-Woman Julia Carpenter in the Marvel Comics-inspired Madame Web, set to release in theaters on February 14th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Sweeney takes on the wings of death and discusses rom-coms, the GOAT movie-theater snacks, and the fashion of Euphoria.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 5 - Quinta Brunson Faces Her Fear of Hot Ones While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.6/10(18 votes)

    S23:E5

    Quinta Brunson is an actor, comedian and writer fresh off of her big night at the Emmys where she won best lead actress in a comedy series for her performance in the hit sitcom she also created: Abbott Elementary, which is currently returning for Season 3. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Quinta takes on the wings of death and discusses the ins and outs of making a successful comedy sitcom, her recent SNL hosting experience, and some of her favorite memes to canonize in a time capsule.

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  4. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 13 - Conan O'Brien Needs a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    S23:E13

    Conan O'Brien is an Emmy Award–winning talk-show host who had a nearly three-decade–long run on late night. You can keep with him these days on Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend wherever you get your podcasts. He also has a brand-new travel show where he's visiting Conan fans all over the world—it's called Conan O'Brien Must Go, and it's set to release on Max April 18th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the comedy titan discusses hijinks at 30 Rock, his legacy in late night, the funniest US presidents, Don Quixote, and much more in one of the most high-octane Hot Ones of all time. This is the season finale to top all season finales!

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 2 - John Oliver Fears for Humanity While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.4/10(48 votes)

    S23:E2

    John Oliver is the Peabody Award–winning host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, a show that's won more than two dozen Emmys since premiering in 2014. Catch new episodes Sunday nights on HBO at 11:00 ET, with past episodes canonized rather conveniently right here on YouTube. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the former Daily Show correspondent discusses the problems with cable news, his love for the Muppets, and his iconic (in his own mind) free kick in Soweto.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 11 - Ice Spice Gets Melted By Spicy Wings
    7.2/10(19 votes)

    S23:E11

    Ice Spice is a Grammy-nominated artist who has broken all kinds of Billboard and streaming records with hits like "Munch" and "Karma." Her highly anticipated debut album, Y2K, is set to drop very soon. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Ice Spice takes on the wings of death and discusses the "car test" for hit records, her partnership with Riot, and Bronx slang.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 3 - Barry Keoghan Plays Hard to Get While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    S23:E3

    Barry Keoghan is an Academy Award–nominated actor you know from a string of acclaimed performances in films like Saltburn, Banshees of Inisherin, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, and many more. His latest project is the long-anticipated WW2 miniseries, Masters of the Air, streaming now on Apple TV+. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Keoghan takes on the wings of death and discusses his love of wolves, working with directors like Christopher Nolan, and why Ireland breeds so many great boxers.

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  8. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 4 - Lil Dicky Spits Hot Fire While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.1/10(15 votes)

    S23:E4

    Dave Burd is a rapper, comedian, and actor you know from his semi-autobiographical FX comedy series, Dave. And, after almost a decade of anticipation, he's got a new Lil Dicky album as well, a 20-song soundtrack to Dave called Penith, available now. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Dave takes on the wings of death and discusses the funniest rappers, his friendship with Benny Blanco, and his favorite Philly athletes of all time.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 8 - Jamie Dornan Gets Punched in the Face by Spicy Wings
    7.1/10(16 votes)

    S23:E8

    Jamie Dornan is a Golden Globe Award–nominated actor you know from movies like Belfast and the 50 Shades franchise. He also stars in The Tourist, which recently launched its second season on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Dornan takes on the wings of death and discusses rugby scrums, working with Kenneth Branagh, and the key to overcoming failure as an actor.

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  10. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 9 - Zayn Malik Lets the Tears Flow While Eating Spicy Wings
    6.8/10(17 votes)

    S23:E9

    Zayn Malik is a singer-songwriter who is gearing up for his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Room Under the Stairs. The single, "What I Am," drops March 15. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Zayn takes on the wings of death and discusses pepper farming in Pennsylvania, how poetry informs his creative process, and why he'll never part with his Stan Lee–signed issue of Iron Man.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 6 - Finn Wolfhard Embraces Insanity While Eating Spicy Wings
    6.7/10(15 votes)

    S23:E6

    Finn Wolfhard is an actor you know from the cult hit Stranger Things, and on March 22nd you can catch him in another piece of '80s nostalgia, Ghostbusters Frozen Empire. He also writes, stars in, and directs the slasher film, Hell of a Summer, and he's in a band—stream The Aubreys wherever you get your music. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Wolfhard takes on the wings of death and discusses the art of the horror flick, movie nights with Gaten Matarazzo, and his love of Windy City Heat.

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  12. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 7 - Emma Chamberlain Goes for the Glory While Eating Spicy Wings
    6.3/10(15 votes)

    S23:E7

    Emma Chamberlain returns for round two against the wings of death in this special Hot Ones Reunion, sponsored by Häagen-Dazs®. You know her as a YouTube legend, a podcaster (Anything Goes With Emma Chamberlain), a fashion icon, and a coffee entrepreneur (Chamberlain Coffee). But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Chamberlain reunites with Sean and discusses 2024 trend predictions, the pros and cons of spinach-artichoke dip, and how she wants to be remembered by Hot Ones fans.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 10 - Gwyneth Paltrow Is Full of Regret While Eating Spicy Wings
    5.5/10(18 votes)

    S23:E10

    Gwyneth Paltrow is an Oscar, Golden Globe, and Emmy Award–winning actor, a best-selling cookbook author, and the founder and CEO of the lifestyle brand Goop. But how is she with spicy wings? Find out as Paltrow takes on the wings of death and discusses mastering a British accent for Shakespeare in Love, why basil is the king of herbs, and skincare tips for Sean.

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  14. Hot Ones Season 23 Episode 14 - Ludacris Gets Fired Up While Eating Spicy Wings
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    S23:E14

    Ludacris takes on the wings of death for the first time in this special bonus episode of Hot Ones, sponsored by Stella Artois. He’s a hip-hop icon, a three-time Grammy Award–winning artist, and certified hitmaker with close to three dozen Top 40 hits in his storied music career, not to mention a prolific acting resume including hits like Crash and the Fast & Furious franchise. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Luda takes a chicken-and-beer journey with Sean Evans and discusses the anatomy of a hit, the mechanics of a live Super Bowl performance, and his best guest verses of all time.

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Season 23 Ratings Summary

"Shakira Howls Like a She-Wolf While Eating Spicy Wings" is the best rated episode of Hot Ones season 23. It scored 9.5/10 from 239 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on April 4, 2024. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "Sydney Sweeney Endures a Nightmare While Eating Spicy Wings".