Overview
- The series finale of Hacks began streaming on HBO Max on Thursday, May 28 at 9 p.m. ET, bringing the Emmy-winning comedy to a planned close after five seasons.
- Television Academy members saw an advance screening in Los Angeles where cast and creators became emotional during a post-screening Q&A that doubled as a For Your Consideration event.
- Producers filed Emmy submissions for the final season across acting, writing, directing and technical categories, with Jean Smart submitted again for Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
- Co-creators Lucia Aniello, Jen Statsky and Paul W. Downs submitted the finale for writing and producing, and Aniello is entered for directing the last episode.
- The show’s final season, set largely in Las Vegas, reinforces Hacks’ mix of sharp comedy and serious themes like intergenerational connection, AI and censorship while positioning its legacy for awards voters.