Hacks Season 3 Sets New Emmy Nomination Record

The third season of the HBO Max comedy series 'Hacks' has achieved a record-breaking 19 Emmy nominations for the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 18 nominations set by FX's 'The Bear' in 2023. The nominations span across various categories, including Outstanding Comedy Series, Outstanding Lead Actress for Jean Smart, and Outstanding Lead Actor for the first time for co-lead Hannah Einbinder. The show's success highlights its critical acclaim and popularity among television critics and voters.

'Hacks' follows the professional and personal relationship between legendary Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) and Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder), a young, entitled, and ostracized joke writer. The series, created by Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky, debuted in May 2021 and quickly garnered attention for its sharp writing, compelling performances, and exploration of themes related to aging, career longevity, and the evolving landscape of comedy.

The 19 nominations for 'Hacks' include nods for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series, Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series, and multiple nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor and Actress in a Comedy Series. This extensive recognition underscores the ensemble cast's strong performances and the show's consistent quality across its creative elements. The series has previously won multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for Jean Smart in both 2021 and 2022, and Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series in 2021.

The previous record holder, 'The Bear,' also received significant nominations for its second season, demonstrating a strong year for acclaimed television comedies. However, 'Hacks' has now set a new benchmark for a single season's Emmy nominations in the comedy category. The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 15, 2024.