Emmy Award-winning series Hacks Season 4 releases first trailer 

Hacks season 4 (image via Netflix)
Hacks season 4 (image via Netflix)

Emmy-winning show Hacks Season 4, highly awaited, follows the saga of stand-up comedy legend Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and her writer Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder). Ever since their relationship was put through the wringer by ambition and betrayal in the Season 3 finale, people have been wondering how their working relationship will grow.

The Hacks Season 4 trailer promises increased tension between the two actors as they tackle getting Deborah's late-night show on the air. With a premiere date set for April 10, 2025, and a guarantee of ten new episodes, Hacks is set to bring more cutting humor and depth of emotion to the table.


Hacks Season 4 trailer: A glimpse of tension

The trailer for Season 4 of Hacks has been officially released, giving fans a look at the ongoing repercussions of Season 3's explosive season finale. The trailer features a tense argument between Deborah and Ava, highlighting their strained dynamic.

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Deborah taunts Ava with acid sarcasm, and Ava gives as good as she gets defiantly—preparing fans for what looks to be a season of tension and power struggles. The trailer also teases the difficulties Deborah encounters as she becomes a late-night host.

This concise preview highlights the series' capacity for mixing humor with emotional depth, which guarantees fans more of the cutting-edge dialogue and character-driven drama that has characterized Hacks.


Cast Additions and Guest Stars

Hacks Season 4 introduces thrilling additions to its cast. Julianne Nicholson and Michaela Watkins have been added to the cast in recurring roles, among other familiar names. Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder reprise their roles as Deborah and Ava, keeping the core dynamic at the center of the show.

Their work has been widely acclaimed for bringing out the subtleties of their co-dependent but contentious relationship. The makers have also hinted that this season will venture into new space for these characters as they deal with professional setbacks along with personal betrayals.

Julianne Nicholson - Source: Getty
Julianne Nicholson - Source: Getty

In the background, Hacks also continues to reap the rewards of its skilled creative team. The showrunners Jen Statsky, Lucia Aniello, and Paul W. Downs have reaffirmed their vision for the show over a five-season arc that they originally designed. This careful planning ensures every season is the foundation of the next, adding depth to characterization and furthering the overall story.


What to expect in Hacks Season 4

Season 4 begins soon after Season 3's finale, exploring the events following Ava's betrayal and Deborah's newfound stardom late at night. As told by co-creator Jen Statsky, in this season there will be severe confrontations between the two leading ladies as they try to roll out Deborah's show amidst building tensions.

The creators announced that Ava would find her full power this season, maybe shifting their dynamic again. The new season will consist of ten episodes—an increase from Season 3’s nine-episode run—allowing more room to explore these evolving relationships.

Episodes will be released weekly starting April 10, culminating in a finale on May 29. Fans can expect a mix of humor, drama, and heartfelt moments as Hacks delves deeper into themes of ambition, vulnerability, and collaboration. Production for Hacks Season 4 began in late September 2024 after delays caused by Hollywood strikes and Jean Smart’s recovery from heart surgery.

Despite these challenges, the series is on track for its scheduled premiere. The creators have assured fans that this season will maintain the high standards set by previous installments while introducing fresh conflicts and resolutions.


Hacks Season 4 will be another gripping installment of this Emmy-winning drama. The teaser hints at increased drama between Deborah and Ava as they juggle professional goals and personal betrayals. With ten episodes on the slate and a weekly release schedule beginning April 10, fans can expect a season full of humor, suspense, and emotional development.

Edited by Ishita Banerjee
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