Hacks Season 5
Created by Jen Statsky, Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs
Hacks explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.
Hacks Season 5 has concluded on HBO Max. It ran from April 9, 2026 to May 28, 2026.
Hacks Season 5 has concluded on HBO Max. It ran from April 9, 2026 to May 28, 2026.
Where to watch in the US
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Originally released on HBO Max. We haven’t independently confirmed whether it remains available there.
Release details
Known dates and milestones
Released
HBO Max
Since Apr 9
Released
Finale
Since May 28
Episode guide
Episodes
- 1
EGOT source at TVmaze
After returning from Singapore to a career further smeared by Bob Lipka, Deborah decides to shift the narrative and focus on achieving EGOT status.
- 2
Number One Fan source at TVmaze
Deborah rallies her fanbase to help secure Madison Square Garden for her next stand-up show. Meanwhile, Jimmy pitches an idol, and Ava meets a fan.
- 3
No New Tricks source at TVmaze
Deborah hits it off with the Palmetto's new artist in residence. Marcus sets out to save a historic casino, and Marty has uninvited wedding guests.
- 4
Who's Making Dinner? source at TVmaze
Ava finds inspiration at a 50th anniversary event for Who's Making Dinner?, while Deborah is reminded of painful memories.
- 5
D'Amazing Race source at TVmaze
Deborah fulfills a lifelong promise to DJ, while Ava attempts to secure the rights for her Who's Making Dinner? reboot.
- 6
QuikScribbl source at TVmaze
With The Diva heading way over budget, Deborah meets with an investor, while Jimmy and Kayla attempt to land a comic in residence.
- 7
Montecito source at TVmaze
Determined to wear an esteemed suit for her MSG show, Deborah finds herself on an unexpected couple's weekend in Montecito.
- 8
The Cube source at TVmaze
Deborah's show hits another snag when she's asked to promote her on-sale ticket date, while Jimmy and Kayla are confronted with a lawsuit.
- 9
The Garden source at TVmaze
While Ava pitches her reboot to the network, Deborah does final press ahead of her MSG show and fills a key staffing need at The Diva. Then, Deborah prepares to take the stage for the biggest show of her career – which looks much different than she imagined.
- 10
Hacks source at TVmaze
After the greatest show of her career, Deborah takes Ava on an unforgettable trip.
Cast and crew
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Sources and attribution
Supporting links and attribution for the dates, credits, schedules and watch options shown on this page.
- Season premiere · HBO MaxApril 9, 2026Reported
“Hacks season 5: April 9, 2026 on HBO Max”
- Season finale · HBO MaxMay 28, 2026Reported
“Hacks season 5 finale: May 28, 2026 on HBO Max”
- Cast and crew data
- Season release history
Release dates retain the source wording. Season history records original premieres; availability receipts identify options that can be used now or later.
Past changes
Season finale date announced: May 28, 2026 on HBO Max
Season premiere date announced: April 9, 2026 on HBO Max