Season 1 Plot
A dark mentorship forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comic, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old comedy writer.
Hacks Season 1 aired on May 13th, 2021.
Season 1 Episodes
1. There Is No Line
An entitled young writer and a waning comedy legend must put aside their differences to save their careers.
2. Primm
Deborah tests Ava's limits.
3. A Gig's A Gig
Ava gains insight into Deborah's past.
4. D'Jewelry
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.
5. Falling
Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.
6. New Eyes
While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.
7. Tunnel of Love
DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.
8. 1.69 Million
With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah’s unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.
9. Interview
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.
10. I Think She Will
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.