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The Best Episodes of Hot Ones Season 8

Every episode of Hot Ones Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Hot Ones Season 8!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 1 - Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings
    8.5/10(193 votes)

    S8:E1

    Gordon Ramsay is one of the world's most decorated and successful chefs, with an empire that includes more than a dozen restaurants, countless best-selling cookbooks, and seven hit TV shows, including Master Chef Jr., which returns to Fox this February. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the MOST-REQUESTED GUEST in Hot Ones history finally sits face-to-face with Sean Evans. Despite his misgivings about the culinary quality of the wings of death, Gordon throws himself into the challenge full force. Along the way, he discusses his chef influences, explains how to make the perfect scrambled eggs, and tries to find an antidote to spicy food.

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  2. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 3 - Seth Meyers Unravels While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.5/10(48 votes)

    S8:E3

    Seth Meyers is one of the longest tenured cast members in Saturday Night Live history and host of Late Night with Seth Meyers, weeknights on NBC. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as two interview titans go head-to-head in a meta Hot Ones for the ages. During the spice onslaught, Meyers breaks down the highlights of his SNL career, discusses the surge in political comedy, and busts out some hilarious Boston accents.

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  3. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 8 - Shaq Tries to Not Make a Face While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.5/10(94 votes)

    S8:E8

    Shaquille O'Neal is one of the most dominant players in NBA history, an analyst on TNT's Emmy Award-winning Inside the NBA, and a globally recognized DJ sensation bringing Shaq's Fun House is to Miami Music Fest on March 29th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Big Aristotle has his date with the wings of death—one he claims he only accepted because he thought Justin Timberlake was hosting. Along the way, Shaq discusses his history with Kobe Bryant, breaks down his record-breaking Walmart purchase, and joins Sean Evans in a high-stakes free-throw shooting contest.

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  4. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 12 - Scarlett Johansson Tries to Not Spoil Avengers While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.5/10(96 votes)

    S8:E12

    Scarlett Johansson is one of the biggest movie stars on the planet, and you can catch her as Black Widow in Avengers: Endgame, hitting theaters everywhere on April 26. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the actress joins Sean Evans for the season 8 finale of Hot Ones. As she attempts to jump kick the wings of death, Johansson learns about memes, talks about the best movie-set food, and tries to avoid spoiling Avengers: Endgame. Thanks for another great season, spice lords!

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  5. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 4 - Ken Jeong Performs a Physical While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.4/10(56 votes)

    S8:E4

    Ken Jeong is known for his massively popular films like The Hangover and Crazy Rich Asians, his many hit TV shows including Community and The Masked Singer, and his hilarious standup—his first comedy special, "You Complete Me, Ho," is out now on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the multitalented actor and former physician faces off against Sean Evans and the wings of death. As he battles the heat, Jeong dispels common medical myths, discusses his encounters with NBA legends like Shaq and Kevin Durant, talks about his first Prince concert, and even gives Sean a free check-up. You don't want to miss this one!

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  6. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 9 - Theo Von Fights the Dark Arts While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.3/10(41 votes)

    S8:E9

    Theo Von is one of the funniest comedians working today. You can catch him on the Dark Arts Tour coming to a city near you. His special, No Offense, is on Netflix now. And he has a podcast, This Past Weekend, which is available on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever else you get your pods. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Rat King takes on the wings of death and chats with Sean Evans as if they were lifelong buddies. As he battles the hot-sauce dark arts, Theo tells stories about climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, capturing chimps in Louisiana, and adapting to the L.A. lifestyle. GANG GANG!

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  7. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 7 - Billie Eilish Freaks Out While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.2/10(74 votes)

    S8:E7

    Billie Eilish is the hyper-talented singer/songwriter behind platinum hit singles like "Ocean Eyes" and "Lovely," and her first studio album—When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?—is set to drop March 29th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the 17-year-old phenom becomes the youngest guest ever to take on the wings of death. As Billie battles through the spice, Sean Evans busts out a full bag of Hot Ones tricks, including a blind soda tasting and a breakdown of some of Billie's most iconic outfits.

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  8. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 2 - Abbi and Ilana of Broad City Go Numb While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.1/10(33 votes)

    S8:E2

    Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer are the creators and stars of Broad City, the beloved TV comedy now in its fifth and final season, Thursdays on Comedy Central. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as the hilarious duo sits down for a meal of scorching-hot cauliflower bites with Hot Ones host Sean Evans. Along their spice journey, Abbi and Ilana pull back the curtain on some Broad City BTS, discuss their improv roots, dip their hands into the Bucket o' BFF Questions, and provide a very interesting "Firecracker" recipe. Season 8, episode 2, baby! Let's go!

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  9. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 11 - Chelsea Handler Goes Off the Rails While Eating Spicy Wings
    7.1/10(30 votes)

    S8:E11

    Chelsea Handler is one of the world's most successful TV hosts, a writer, producer, actress, and New York Times best-selling author many times over. Her latest book, Life Will Be the Death of Me...and You Too!, is set to release on April 9th followed by a 22 date comedy tour. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Handler battles the wings of death with Sean Evans and discusses skiing, dogs, thirst traps, 50 Cent, HR blunders, and so much more.

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  10. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 10 - Jimmy Butler Goes Rocky Balboa on Spicy Wings
    6.8/10(23 votes)

    S8:E10

    Jimmy Butler of the Philadelphia 76ers is a four-time NBA All Star, a four-time NBA All-Defensive Team honoree, and one of the best YouTubers in pro sports. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Jimmy Buckets sits down with Sean Evans for his date with the wings of death. As he battles the heat, he discusses his BFF relationship with Mark Wahlberg, talks about shoot-offs with Michael Jordan, and offers a tutorial on how to tie a bandana.

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  11. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 5 - Desus and Mero Get Smacked by Spicy Wings
    6.5/10(27 votes)

    S8:E5

    Desus Nice and The Kid Mero got their start at Complex around the same time as Hot Ones, and now they've scaled the heights of entertainment all the way to their own late-night show—Desus & Mero—premiering tonight (2/21) at 11pm EST on Showtime. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as the Bodega Boys bring their hilarious brand of unrelenting, hot take–fueled comedy to the wings of death. After reminiscing about the good old days, Desus and Mero go off about everything from Tekashi 6ix9ine, to avocado-only restaurants, to one of the funniest Kanye story you'll ever hear. BX in the building!

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  12. Hot Ones Season 8 Episode 6 - Offset Screams Like Ric Flair While Eating Spicy Wings
    6.3/10(27 votes)

    S8:E6

    Offset—one-third of hip-hop's hottest group, Migos—is a Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling artist with a brand-new album, Father of Four, out now. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Atlanta rapper trades in his usual lemon-pepper flats for the infamous wings of death. As he ducks and weaves through the barrage of heavyweight hot sauces, Offset breaks down his cereal obsession, explains how Ellen helped him buy a new Bentley truck, and unleashes some iconic ad libs.

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings" is the best rated episode of Hot Ones season 8. It scored 8.5/10 from 193 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 24, 2019. This episode is rated 1.0 points higher than the second-best, "Seth Meyers Unravels While Eating Spicy Wings".