A year after parting, Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) is riding high off the success of her standup special while Ava (Hannah Einbinder) pursues new opportunities back in Los Angeles. The series is created and showrun by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky. It is executive produced by Downs and Aniello via their Paulilu banner, Statsky via First Thought Productions, as well as Michael Schur via Fremulon, David Miner for 3 Arts Entertainment and Morgan Sackett. Hacks is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Paulilu, First Thought Productions, Fremulon Productions, 3 Arts Entertainment.

Hacks

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While Marcus agrees to hold down Palm Springs Pride, Deborah heads to Berkeley with Ava for an honorary doctorate and a profile piece in a prestigious magazine. Then, an unfortunate supercut of Deborah’s most problematic jokes threatens yet another chance at Late Night.

Yes, And

Deborah braces for Kathy’s appearance at her Christmas extravaganza but struggles to keep the past from creeping into the celebration. Refusing to accept that Deborah’s Late Night dreams are truly dashed, Jimmy and Kayla make a Christmas detour.

The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular

In Montreal to receive an award, Deborah finally gets a chance to break out a custom gown that’s been in her closet for years. Meanwhile, Ava attempts to avoid Deborah, and Jimmy and Kayla hustle to land new clients.

Just For Laughs

After finally agreeing to appear on Late Night, Deborah gets an unexpected opportunity, while Marcus leverages a cottage industry into “The House of Vance.”

Better Late

While in New York preparing for the Thanksgiving parade, Deborah receives an invite to hang with some of her all-time favorite comedians back in Vegas. Thanks to Kayla, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie Landell in an unconventional place. Meanwhile, Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.

Join the Club

As Deborah struggles with writer’s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to take advantage of the Pennsylvania woods and clear their heads.

One Day

Deborah does everything in her power to ensure that her second run at Late Night is bulletproof. Meanwhile, Ava fields a dream offer, and Jimmy and Kayla meet with a rising star in an effort to grow their company.

Bulletproof

Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with affiliates – including Bob Lipka, the single most important voice in picking the new host for Late Night – while Ava is pursued by one of the golfers.

Power Play

After learning there’s a Late Night vacancy, Deborah snaps into high gear to make sure everything – and everyone – is perfect for her upcoming roast. While Ava consults Kiki about boundary-setting, DJ invites Deborah to speak at her NA meeting.