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How to watch the final season of Hacks Episode 2 on HBO Max with Sling

April 16, 2026, 5:44 p.m. ET
Hannah Einbinder (left) and Jean Smart watch Deborah Vance's late-night show from a hospital in the fourth episode of season four of "Hacks."
  • The HBO comedy-drama "Hacks" has returned for its fifth and final season.
  • The new season follows Deborah Vance and Ava Daniels as they work to secure Deborah's legacy.
  • Viewers can watch the new season on HBO Max, which can be added to a Sling TV subscription.

Emmy-winning HBO comedy-drama "Hacks" has officially returned for its fifth and final season.

Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) are back in Vegas as the series continues to follow their "dark mentorship." The duo is "more determined than ever to secure Deborah’s legacy as a comedian" in the "aftermath of mistaken and unflattering news reports that she passed away."

Here's everything to know about how to watch "Hacks" Season 5, Episode 2 on Sling with HBO Max.

How to stream Hacks Season 5, Episode 2 on HBO Max with Sling

Hacks made its fifth and final season premiere on Thursday, April 9. To watch Season 5, Episode 2 on Thursday, April 16, you'll need to add HBO Max to your Sling subscription.

Sling has several entertainment add-ons available depending on the package you choose. Check out the differences between Sling's Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue packages below.

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Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder) are back in Vegas. Watch to see how the fifth and final season unfolds. Watch Hacks on Sling

Hacks Season 5 episode schedule

Hacks will have 10 episodes this season. View the full schedule below:

  • Episode 1: April 9 - Watch now on HBO Max
  • Episode 2: April 16 - Watch now on HBO Max
  • Episode 3: April 23
  • Episodes 4: & 5 April 30
  • Episode 6 & 7: May 7
  • Episode 8: May 14
  • Episode 9: May 21
  • Episode 10: May 28

When is the final of Hacks?

The season finale of Hacks is set for Thursday, May 28.

How much does the Sling + HBO Max bundle cost?

Sling TV has several add-on packages that allow you to customize your at-home streaming experience with more sports, movies and entertainment. Get your first month of Sling for 50% off and score $5 off per month after that when you sign up for the Sling Blue and HBO Max bundle. Your first month of Sling Blue and Max add-on will start at $34.99 (normally $57.97) and include access to the HBO Max app, HBO Channels and On Demand. Prices will vary depending on other add-ons and offers you choose to include in your package. Here is a break down of the differences between Sling Orange and Sling Blue:

What's the difference between Sling Blue and Sling Orange+ Blue?

Sling Orange + Blue: The Sling Orange + Blue package offers 50+ live channels, including ESPN, NFL Network, USA, TNT, Bravo, FOX News, CNN and more. With this plan, you can also watch on up to four devices at a time.

Sling Orange: The Sling Orange package has over 30 channels, including popular networks like ESPN, Disney Channel, CNN and HGTV. This is a popular pick for families and sports fans who want access to live game coverage and kid-friendly content. Sling Orange allows streaming on one device.

Sling Blue: The Sling Blue package includes 40+ channels, including NFL Network, Bravo, CNN, FOX News, and more. You can stream up to three devices simultaneously with the Sling Blue plan.

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