Hacks - Episode Guide

An entitled young writer and a waning comedy legend must put aside their differences to save their careers.

With her prime performance slots hanging in the balance, Deborah reluctantly begins working with Ava, testing their initial compatibility with a highly unconventional road trip. As they encounter unexpected bumps, Ava learns a messy lesson in resilience.

After being enlisted for the arduous task of archiving material from Deborah's entire career, Ava gains invaluable insight into her employer. An unexpected package fuels longstanding tensions between Deborah and an estranged family member.

At DJ's jewelry expo, Ava comes to better understand Deborah and DJ's complicated mother-daughter relationship. Deborah receives an unexpected piece of ammunition against Marty.

Deborah blackmails Marty. Ava has a wild night to remember in Vegas that puts everything in perspective.

While Deborah recovers from surgery, she and Ava have a unique bonding experience when Deborah dispels a major misperception about her past.

DJ's birthday party becomes a surprise dual function. Meanwhile, Deborah and Marty reconnect.

With a little encouragement from Ava, Deborah's unpolished set sparks a career-defining moment.

Ava pursues an opportunity while Deborah nervously anticipates her final show.

As her final performance at the Palmetto approaches, Deborah must decide whether to put it all on the line.

Deborah eagerly anticipates trying out her new material on the road, while Ava dreads the fallout of an explosive email.

Deborah embraces tour life; Ava grapples with the value of honesty; Jimmy learns the harsh realities of Hollywood dealmaking.

Deborah continues to workshop her material on the road, as Ava adapts to a new lifestyle. Marcus is overwhelmed by life without Wilson.

While Deb struggles to connect with her audience on a cruise, Ava finds herself an unexpected hit.

An impromptu detour finds Deborah reckoning with long-held guilt while reconnecting with a former comedian friend.

A girls' night out finds Ava attempting to connect with her mother – and Deborah embracing some unexpected company.

Deborah and her team head to LA to pitch her new set as a comedy special.

Deborah prepares to take the stage for her taping as Ava deals with a new opportunity.

As Deborah prepares to accept an award in Montreal, Ava does her best to avoid her former employer.

Deborah and Ava struggle to stay out of one another's orbits – especially when Deborah lands an unexpected opportunity.

After learning there's a Late Night vacancy, Deborah snaps into high gear to make sure everything -- and everyone -- is perfect for her upcoming roast. While Ava consults Kiki about boundary-setting, DJ invites Deborah to speak at her NA meeting.

Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favorite comedians, Jimmy finally lands a general meeting with Winnie, and Marcus recruits Ava for trivia.

As Deborah contends with writer's block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.

Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with the cable affiliates who could decide her future.

Deborah braces for Kathy's attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian's Late Night dreams.

A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double booked ... just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.

As Deborah works to perfect her second run at Late Night, Ava receives a dream offer, and Jimmy and Kayla seek to grow their company.

Furious with Ava for forcing her way into the head writer position, Deborah stops at nothing to get her removed from Late Night. As Ava attempts to beat her boss at her own game, Marcus prepares for a difficult conversation with Deborah.

As Deborah and Ava's feud threatens the future of their show, Jimmy and Kayla have their own struggles.

Though reeling from their meeting with Winnie, Deborah and Ava continue to clash over creative control on their writers' "retreat" in Vegas – all while pressure mounts to craft the perfect opening sketch.

During a dress rehearsal, Deborah experiences a shocking "first" that stands to throw her off her game. Meanwhile, Ava makes a connection at a sex shop. Then, Deborah takes the stage for her first episode of Late Night.

Following a focus group, Deborah goes above and beyond to reach a coveted demo, while Ava tries to maintain the show's integrity.

Deborah receives the "Courage in Comedy" award, while Ava reaches a breaking point.

Deborah and Ava return to Vegas for DJ's son's christening. Jimmy and Kayla have their hands full with Dance Mom.

Deborah pitches a new approach for the show. Nina arrives with a plan for Ava's future. Jimmy struggles to keep up, while Kayla fields an offer. 

When Late Night is forced to censor an interview, Deborah and Ava get inadvertently embroiled in controversy. Meanwhile, Jimmy hits rock bottom and Kayla gains clarity on where she belongs.

Deborah deals with a difficult contract negotiation.