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Hacks Season 4 Premieres, Exploring New Power Dynamics and Tensions

The Emmy-winning comedy returns with Deborah Vance navigating corporate oversight as a late-night host and Ava Daniels stepping into her role as head writer.

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Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder in Hacks season 4.
Jean Smart's Deborah walking with Hannah Einbinder's Ava in Hacks Season 4, Episode 2
Comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) in a dress that writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) felt gave Big Bird energy.

Overview

  • Season 4 of Hacks debuted on Max on April 10, 2025, with the first two episodes now streaming and subsequent episodes releasing weekly until May 29.
  • The season follows Deborah Vance adjusting to her new role as a late-night host under network supervision, a significant shift from her previous autonomy.
  • Ava Daniels, now head writer, faces challenges in balancing leadership responsibilities with the lingering fallout from her Season 3 blackmail of Deborah.
  • The show delves into themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the personal toll of success, with tensions between Deborah and Ava reaching new heights.
  • This season introduces fresh guest stars, including Helen Hunt and Michaela Watkins, and continues to examine the gendered challenges in comedy and entertainment.