The Hollywood Reporter

‘Hacks’ Goes Out on Its Own Terms

In its audacious series finale, the comedy series chose silence, grief, and a one-liner over a tidy sendoff — and mostly stuck the landing. By Kevin Dolak [This story contains spoilers from the series ...
IndieWire

‘Hacks’ Co-Creator Explains Why the Finale’s Surprise Storyline Was Its Logical Conclusion

The way “Hacks” would ultimately end hasn’t changed since the series was pitched seven years ago, Lucia Aniello told IndieWire, but the decision to make Season 5 the last was debated late in the ...
TheWrap

‘Hacks’ Creators Explain Series Finale’s Big Fakeout: ‘We Always Knew This Was the Ending’

Note: This story contains spoilers from “Hacks” Season 5, Episode 10. Deborah Vance was never going to die. That may be a shock to “Hacks” fans who have seen the series finale to HBO Max’s Emmys ...
Page Six

‘Hacks’ ends after 5 seasons with surprising twist to Deborah Vance’s fate

Standing ovation for the “Hacks” series finale. HBO’s Emmy Award-winning comedy series ended after five seasons Thursday night and pulled a major switcheroo with Deborah Vance’s (Jean Smart) fate.
The New York Times

‘Hacks’ and the Case for Age-Gap Friendship

In an era of weakened social connections, experts say, bonding with an older or younger friend offers unique benefits. By Catherine Pearson This article includes spoilers for the final episode of ...
Deadline.com

‘Hacks’ Emmy Submissions: Jean Smart Leads Previous Winners, Christopher Briney Among Newcomers, Robby Hoffman Moves To Supporting

Services to share this page. EXCLUSIVE: As Hacks signs off today with its series finale, the HBO Max comedy is getting ready for one last Emmy run with its fifth and final season. The submissions are ...
USA Today

'Hacks' stars dish on Deborah and Ava's pretend romance: 'So much fun'

Spoiler alert: This story contains details from Episode 7 of Season 5 of “Hacks” (now streaming) on HBO Max. Those who have shipped Deborah and Ava, your time has come. The episode “was so much fun,” ...
The Hollywood Reporter

‘Hacks’ Doubleheader Delivers a One-Two Emotional Punch; Looks at Past and Future

A surprising 'Amazing Race' crossover deepens Deborah and D.J.’s bond as the final season zeroes in on legacy. By Kevin Dolak In a Hacks doubleheader on Thursday, the show’s comedienne hero Deborah ...
Forbes

‘Hacks’ Season 5 Release Schedule Reveals Final Episodes For Series

The Emmy-winning comedy series Hacks, starring Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, is back for its fifth and final season with 10 episodes on HBO Max. Hacks — which has won the last two Primetime Emmy ...
Variety

‘Hacks’ Creators Would Consider Reboot Following Season 5 Series Finale: ‘Never Say Never’

Don’t count out a “Hacks” reboot just yet. When asked about the possibility of coming back for one, Hannah Einbinder told Variety, “Of course I would. Any excuse to be with my people.” Showrunners ...
Cosmopolitan

Here’s When Every Episode of ‘Hacks’ Season 5 Drops

The final season of Hacks is airing on HBO. If you don’t want to miss any of the drama the esteemed comedy has in store, here’s what you need to know about the Hacks Season 5 release schedule. Hacks ...