One of the most acclaimed comedies on television or streaming is finally set to air its latest season in the UK, as Sky and NOW have snapped up the rights to Hacks after a long delay.
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The celebrated series stars Jean Smart (Fargo, Watchmen) as stand-up comedian Deborah Vance, whose work has lost the punch, creativity and broad appeal that it once had, leading her comfortable Las Vegas residency to be withdrawn.
Meanwhile, millennial comedy writer Ava (played by Hannah Einbinder) has torpedoed her own once-promising career with an ill-judged social media post, leaving her desperate to find whatever scraps of work she can.
Talent agent Jimmy (Paul W Downs) sees the two women as the answer to each other's problems, partnering them up to revitalise both of their careers – but alas, things get off to a very, very rocky start.
Hacks has enjoyed a successful run as one of the most celebrated television comedies in recent history, with Emmys, Golden Globes and SAG Awards to its name, among other honours.
If you want to find out what all the hype is about, then you're in luck: all current episodes of Hacks will soon be available in the UK! Here's everything you need to know:
How to watch Hacks season 3 in the UK
Hannah Einbinder and Jean Smart star in Hacks. HBO Max
Hacks seasons 1, 2 and 3 are available to stream in the UK via Sky On Demand and NOW from Friday 7th February 2025.
For those who prefer week-to-week watching to a streaming binge, you can tune into Hacks the old fashioned way on Sky Max, where it will premiere at 9pm on Friday 7th February.
Previously, the first two seasons of Hacks have been available to stream on Prime Video, but the streaming platform never released the third season, leaving fans eager to watch the episodes since their US debut in May 2024 on HBO Max.
What is Hacks about?
Jean Smart in Hacks. Jake Giles Netter/HBO Max
Hacks tells the story of a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance (Smart), a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast screenwriter named Ava Daniels (Einbinder).
Deborah is struggling for relevance after a decades-long career, while Ava is out of work as a comedy writer because of an insensitive tweet.
Desperate times call for desperate measures, prompting the pair to reluctantly team up, but it's hardly a match made in heaven as Deborah's diva personality makes her the boss from hell.
Can they put their differences aside for the good of both their futures? Tune in to find out.
Yes, Hacks has been renewed for season 4 by US streaming service Max, meaning you don't need to worry about an untimely cancellation during your forthcoming binge watch.
Smart and Einbinder will be reprising their roles for the next chapter, but further casting is still to be announced.
Given the show's critical acclaim, there could well be some big name stars joining the series for season 4, following in the footsteps of previous guest actors Christina Hendricks, Patton Oswalt, Helen Hunt, Laurie Metcalf and Ming-Na Wen.
Hacks trailer
If you're yet to watch any of Hacks, you'd better start off with the season 1 trailer to avoid any spoilers from later episodes. You can watch it here:
Hacks is coming to Sky and NOW in February 2025.
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James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
David Craig is the Senior Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering the latest and greatest scripted drama and comedy across television and streaming. Previously, he worked at Starburst Magazine, presented The Winter King Podcast for ITVX and studied Journalism at the University of Sheffield.
