The Take
Hacks lands a Slop Score of 19. The show delivers sharp Hollywood satire that respects craft, consequences, and adult audiences instead of chasing committee notes or cheap redemption.
Jean Smart anchors the whole thing with veteran precision while the odd-couple dynamic between an aging legend and a young writer generates real laughs and tension. Modern self-own moments pop up but never sink the core friendship and duty themes.
The Verdict
Watch it. Hacks proves original adult comedy still exists on TV and rewards viewers who want real writing over messaging. Jean Smart alone makes it appointment viewing.
Slop Score 19.
Common Questions
Is Hacks woke?
No. The satire skewers industry hypocrisy without preaching.
What is Hacks about?
An aging comedian teams with a young writer for a comeback.
How many seasons of Hacks are there?
Five seasons through 2026.
