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Hacks

2021·Show
47Episodes in5Seasons·TV-MA
IMDb8.2Metacritic877.7Rotten Tomatoes98%86%
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Hacks fingerprint

Funny, immersive world.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Violence3

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Situational Comedy8
  • Satire & Parody8

World

Show business, everyday modern life, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

Saving the best for last.

Explore a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old.
Sharp Showbiz SatireComplex Female FriendshipDark Comedic DramaMasterclass in ActingGenerational ClashCynical & WittyHollywood CritiqueEmotionally RawFast-Paced DialogueUnlikely Duo

Crew

Directed by:
Jeff Rosenberg, Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs
Written by:
Ariel Karlin, Carolyn Lipka, Pat Regan
Produced by:
Samantha Riley, Ashley Glazier, Nate Young
Composed by:
David Stal, Carlos Rafael Rivera

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Hacks

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Hacks legally?

HBO MaxYouTube TVTBS

Hacks is included with a subscription to YouTube TV, TBS, and HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Hacks worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 98%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hacks rated?

TV-MAStrong languageSexual contentDrug useViolence

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, drug use, and violence.

How many seasons does Hacks have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 47 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Hacks?

Critics93
Audiences82

Not quite. Critics rate Hacks higher (93) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Hacks air?

It ran from 2021 to 2026 and has ended.

What language is Hacks in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Hacks?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Hacks in 115 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Hacks use?

Rich in Dollars, Poor in SenseNervous WreckUnresolved Sexual TensionAren't You Going to Ravish Me?Lesbian JockOnce Done, Never ForgottenWorld of SnarkChekhov's PartyInsult ComicAlcoholic ParentHates Their ParentEnds with a Smileand 78 more

TV Tropes lists 90 storytelling tropes for Hacks, including Rich in Dollars, Poor in Sense, Nervous Wreck, Unresolved Sexual Tension.