Max's hilarious and heartfelt comedy about comedy, Hacks, returned for season 3 in May 2024, and the insightful series has been renewed for a fourth season. Debuting in 2021, the show follows aging comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) who hires recently canceled comedy writer Ava (Hannah Einbinder) to help spice up her tired act. While trying to reinvent Deborah's comedy career, the duo also figure out their various personal issues together while navigating the world of comedy. Witty and very modern, Hacks explores the idea of cancel culture with an introspective lens without sacrificing any humor along the way.
A critical darling since its debut episode, Hacks continues to earn high marks from critics, with season 3 getting rave reviews and winning awards. Unlike other situation-based comedies that tend to wear their concept thin quite early, Hacks flourishes because of its characters and the dynamics within relationships that continue to grow from season to season. Following in the footsteps of other HBO Max original comedies, Hacks reinvents itself each season to a stronger effect each time. This sort of renewed freshness was a good sign for season 4, and Max quickly picked the show up for more.
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Hacks Season 4 Latest News
The Release Date & Trailer Are Revealed
Shortly after the show's big success during awards season, the latest news confirms the release date and trailer for Hacks season 4. After a relatively short wait when considering other streaming exclusives, Max has confirmed that Hacks will be back on April 10, 2025, at 9pm EST. As for the trailer, it previews another uproarious season as Ava and Deborah struggle to get along as the latter's late-night show comes together. Ava is her usual quirky and awkward self, while Deborah continues to revel in her successes at the expense of the one who helped get her to the top.
Hacks Season 4 Release Date
Deborah & Ava Return In April
Though the show's fate was in little doubt, the decision to renew Hacks for season 4 came on the day the season 3 finale premiered. The series has built a compelling storyline throughout its first three seasons thus far, and the prompt renewal is a sign that Max is keen to keep the momentum going. Now, the award-winning comedy is set to return on April 10, 2025, at 9pm EST.
Hacks season 3 premiered on May 2, and concluded on May 20, 2024.
Hacks Season 4 Cast Details
Ava & Deborah Will Return In Season 4
The season 3 cast of Hacks featured a bevy of guest stars and cameos, but they probably won't be back when season 4 finally rolls around. Two near-certain returns for season 4 are the series leads, Jean Smart as aging comic Deborah Vance, and Hannah Einbinder as the self-centered young comedy writer, Ava. The chemistry between that pair crackles with life in each episode, and even if they aren't together in season 4, their respective journeys are the heart and soul of Hacks.
The presumptive cast of Hacks season 4 includes:
Actor |
Hacks Role |
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Jean Smart |
Deborah Vance |
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Hannah Einbinder |
Ava Daniels |
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Megan Stalter |
Kayla |
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Carl Clemons-Hopkins |
Marcus |
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Paul W. Downs |
Jimmy LuSaque |
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Kaitlin Olson |
Deborah "DJ" Vance Jr. |
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Christopher McDonald |
Marty Ghilain |
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Tony Goldwyn |
Bob Lipka |
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Helen Hunt |
Winnie Landell |
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Hacks Season 4 Story Details
Tense Scenes On Deb's New Late-Night Gig
Having finally landed the prestigious late-night hosting gig, Deborah went on an ego-centric rampage and nearly severed her relationship with Ava
The ending of Hacks season 3 was a total role reversal for the characters and set up a lot of dramatic possibilities for season 4. Having finally landed the prestigious late-night hosting gig, Deborah went on an ego-centric rampage and nearly severed her relationship with Ava over a lie regarding the head writer position. However, having learned callousness from the best, Ava blackmailed her way to the head writer spot and has taken control over her mentor.
When season 4 finally rolls around, Ava will be in a job she's always wanted, but it comes at the expense of her professionalism and her friendship with Deb. The bulk of the season will likely be the highs and lows of Deb's early days hosting the show, and that will make for riveting storytelling. Hacks has always been a show about change, and big changes are on the horizon.
Hacks Season 4 Trailer
Watch The Full Season 4 Trailer Below
With mere weeks until the season premiere, Max dropped a full-length trailer for Hacks season 4 in March 2025. The trailer highlights the continuing strained relationship between Ava and Deborah, and how the former is struggling to hold onto the latter as she begins to host her late show. The duo is still very competetive, as illustrated by a sports car race at Las Vegas Speedway, and it's clear that their relationship is fracturing. Meanwhile, Ava hatches a plan to blackmail Deborah to get what she wants, while Deborah is gently reminded of all the people who helped get her to the top.
Hacks, released in 2021, is a dark comedy series that explores the evolving relationship between Deborah Vance, a legendary comedian in Las Vegas, and an ambitious, outcast young writer. The show delves into the complexities of mentorship and creativity in the entertainment industry.
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