Max Renews Emmy-Winning Comedy Hacks for Fifth Season

The dark comedy series "Hacks," starring Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, has been renewed for a fifth season ahead of the Season 4 finale airing on May 29, 2025. The show, created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky, has been critically acclaimed and highly successful, earning 48 Emmy nominations and winning Outstanding Comedy Series for its third season. Season 4 is considered the show's strongest yet, with growing viewership both domestically and globally, and praise from major critics highlighting Jean Smart's performance and the show's sharp writing. The series explores the complex relationship between Deborah Vance, a legendary comedian, and Ava Daniels, a young comedy writer, as they navigate the comedy industry. The main cast, including Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs, Carl Clemons-Hopkins, Mark Indelicato, and Rose Abdoo, is expected to return for the new season. Executives from Max and Universal Television have praised the show’s continued boldness and iconic status, expressing excitement for the upcoming season.