HBO’s ‘Hacks’ Achieves Top Ratings on Rotten Tomatoes
HBO’s acclaimed series “Hacks” recently marked a significant milestone by achieving a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes for its fifth and final season. This remarkable accomplishment signifies that every professional critic provided a positive review for the series’ latest installment. In fact, “Hacks” set a record for HBO, boasting a 99% cumulative Rotten Tomatoes score across all five seasons, the highest for any HBO show with a similar number of reviews.
Ratings and Comparisons
The overall rating of “Hacks” surpasses other popular HBO programs. Here’s a brief comparison of various series ratings:
| Show | Rotten Tomatoes Rating |
|---|---|
| Hacks | 100% (Season 5) |
| Barry | 98% |
| Succession | 95% |
| The Wire | 94% |
| The Sopranos | 92% |
While some other series like “Los Espookys” and “Scavengers Reign” have also achieved a 100% rating, they had fewer reviews or shorter runs. “Hacks” has maintained a 100% score for three of its five seasons, with the remaining two scoring at 98%.
Plot Overview
“Hacks” tells the story of a complex mentorship that evolves into a friendship, featuring Deborah Vance, portrayed by Jean Smart. Vance is a revered Las Vegas comedian who navigates her career alongside Ava Daniels, a 20-something outcast played by Hannah Einbinder.
Awards and Achievements
The series has garnered significant acclaim, securing 12 Emmy Awards during its first four seasons. Notably, in 2024, “Hacks” won the Emmy for Best Comedy, ending “The Bear’s” streak in that category. Jean Smart has won the Emmy for Best Actress in a Comedy for each of the four seasons, matching the impressive record set by Julia Louis-Dreyfus during her time on “Veep.” Meanwhile, Hannah Einbinder received her first Emmy win for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series last year.
During her acceptance speech, Einbinder expressed deep gratitude to the creators of “Hacks,” highlighting the show’s profound impact on her life. She notably thanked Smart, calling her “like the sun.”
Final Season Details
The fifth season comprises 10 episodes, with new episodes released weekly. Notably, there will be double episodes airing on April 30 and May 7, culminating in the series finale on May 28.
