Tensions rise as Deborah and Ava endeavor to get their late night show off the ground and make history doing it. 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

Deborah stops at nothing to get Ava removed from the head writer position at Late Night, while Marcus prepares for a difficult conversation.

Big, Brave Girl

After their magazine feature is published, Ava feels even more stymied at work, while Deborah finds herself at odds with everything and everyone. Meanwhile, Kayla and Jimmy struggle with opening their new management company.

Cover Girls

During a dress rehearsal, Deborah experiences a shocking “first” that stands to throw her off her game. Meanwhile, Ava makes a connection at a sex shop. Then, Deborah takes the stage for her first episode of Late Night. 

I Love LA

After a focus group reveals a weak performance with women, Deborah does whatever it takes to connect with the coveted demo, while Kayla and Jimmy set out to book a suitable guest, and Ava desperately tries to maintain the show’s integrity. 

Clickable Face

Trailer

Deborah and Ava continue to try to get Late Night to rise in the ratings. Meanwhile, as Jimmy and Kayla attempt to reign in Dance Mom’s newfound success, DJ’s son’s christening creates some friction between mother and daughter.

D'Christening

When Late Night is forced to censor an interview, Deborah and Ava get inadvertently embroiled in controversy. Meanwhile, Jimmy hits rock bottom, and Kayla gains clarity on where she belongs.

A Slippery Slope

Deborah receives the “Courage in Comedy” award, while Late Night books a last-minute guest. Meanwhile, Ava reaches her breaking point at the show.

Mrs. Table

With the show stuck in third place, Deborah pitches a bold new strategy for Late Night. Nina arrives in LA with money to burn – and a plan to shake-up Ava’s future. Meanwhile, as Jimmy struggles to keep everything together, Kayla receives a compelling offer.

Witch of the Week

Though reeling from their meeting with Winnie, Deborah and Ava continue to clash over creative control on their writers’ “retreat” in Vegas – all while pressure mounts to craft the perfect opening sketch.

What Happens in Vegas

Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.