‘Hacks’ Final Season Premiere: Date and Time Details

‘Hacks’ Final Season Premiere: Date and Time Details

Jimmy Kimmel makes a cameo on the comedy series, appearing as himself. His scene ties into Deborah Vance’s efforts to recover falling ratings.

HBO Max releases the fifth and final season in April. For readers tracking Hacks’ Final Season Premiere: Date and Time Details, the first episode airs April 9.

When to watch

The season premieres April 9 on HBO Max. New episodes arrive weekly through May 28.

Episode Date
Episode 1 April 9
Episode 2 April 16
Episode 3 April 23
Episodes 4 & 5 April 30
Episodes 6 & 7 May 7
Episode 8 May 14
Episode 9 May 21
Episode 10 (Finale) May 28

Cast and guest appearances

The main cast returns for the final run. Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder lead the ensemble.

  • Jean Smart as Deborah Vance
  • Hannah Einbinder as Ava Daniels
  • Paul W. Downs as Jimmy LuSaque Jr.
  • Megan Stalter as Kayla Schaefer
  • Carl Clemons-Hopkins as Marcus Vaughan
  • Mark Indelicato as Damien
  • Asada Agosto and Rose Abdoo in supporting roles

The season also features several guest stars. Notable names include Kaitlin Olson and Tony Goldwyn.

  • Christopher Briney
  • Robby Hoffman
  • Tony Goldwyn
  • Kaitlin Olson
  • Christopher McDonald
  • Jane Adams
  • Lauren Weedman
  • Poppy Liu
  • Johnny Sibilly
  • Luenell
  • Angela E. Gibbs
  • Caitlin Reilly

Creators and premise

The series was created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky. All three serve as showrunners.

The show examines a fraught mentorship between a legendary comic and a younger writer. It blends sharp comedy with darker themes.

Jimmy Kimmel’s guest turn

Kimmel appears as himself in an episode. His role highlights Deborah’s attempts to halt a ratings slide.

The cameo includes a late-night exchange where Kimmel asserts his perspective. The scene adds celebrity conflict to the plot.

Final season confirmation

HBO Max confirmed Season 5 is the series’ last. The show will not return for a sixth season.

Filmogaz.com will follow post-premiere reactions and coverage. Expect updates after each weekly episode airs.