‘Hacks’ Breaks Emmys Record Held by Schitt’s Creek Final Comedy Season
The critically acclaimed HBO Max comedy “Hacks” is ending on a high note, receiving an impressive 24 Emmy nominations for its fifth and final season. This surpasses the previous record set by “Schitt’s Creek,” which garnered 15 nominations for its last season in 2020.
The final season of “Hacks” has been highly anticipated, with lead actress Jean Smart leading the pack with her portrayal of the foul-mouthed Deborah Vance. Smart, who has won four Emmys for her role in the series, is a 15-time Emmy nominee across her illustrious career in shows like “Mare of Easttown,” “Watchmen,” and “Fargo.”
The show’s creators and showrunners, Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky, were also recognized for their outstanding work in various categories. The fifth and final season of “Hacks” concluded on May 28, with 10 episodes that brought Deborah and Ava back to Las Vegas after a false report of Deborah’s death.
With final-round voting taking place in August and the Emmy Awards ceremony scheduled for September, “Hacks” is poised to make a lasting impact on the television industry. Jean Smart’s potential fifth win for her role as Deborah Vance could solidify her place in Emmy history, as only a few performers have achieved such a feat in the past.
As fans eagerly await the outcome of the Emmys, “Hacks” remains a beloved comedy that has captured the hearts of viewers and critics alike. Stay tuned for the final results and see if “Hacks” can continue its winning streak at the awards ceremony in September.
