Sweeping the awards, Max’s comedy drama has been a huge hit with audiences and critics alike, and with all episodes finally set to arrive in the U.K. and season 4 on the way, now’s the time to get on board. Here’s how to watch “Hacks” season 3 from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for FREE.
For the uninitiated – where have you been?! – “Hacks” follows Deborah Vance (Jean Smart) a legendary Las Vegas stand-up in dire need of new material, lest she lose her residency at the Palmetto Casino. Enter Ava Daniels (Hannah Einbinder), a young comedy writer currently wallowing in cancellation jail thanks to an ill advised Tweet and a reputation of being difficult to work with. Together the pair strike up a bond of friendship and mentorship, that at times sees them thrive off one another and at others sees them bring each other down to their toxic worst.
The show, created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello and Jen Statsky, has been a stand out on the awards circuit, winning two Golden Globes for Best Television Series - Musical or Comedy and Best Comedy Series at the Emmys. Jean Smart, meanwhile, has won awards for her performance at the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Critics Choice Awards and more. It’s a show that The Guardian have called “a laugh-packed comedy drama that restores your belief in the justice of the universe,” but if the industry and critics can’t convince you, how about a Rotten Tomatoes audience score of 90%? Honestly, it’s that good.
Ready to catch up with this critical darling? Read on to find out how to watch "Hacks” season 3 online and from anywhere around the world.
How to watch 'Hacks' season 3 FREE in New Zealand
Watch 'Hacks' from anywhere in the world
If you're traveling overseas and "Hacks" isn't streaming where you're currently located, that doesn't mean you have to miss the show while you're away from home. With the right VPN (virtual private network), you can stream the show from wherever you are.
We've evaluated many options, and the best VPN you can get right now is NordVPN. It meets the VPN needs of the vast majority of users, offering outstanding compatibility with most devices and impressive connection speeds. You can try it risk-free for 30 days if you take advantage of NordVPN's no-quibble money-back guarantee.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select a U.S. server from the location list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your streaming service app and watch "Hacks" online from wherever you are in the world.
How to watch 'Hacks' season 3 online in the U.S.
Max is no. 1 on our best streaming services list for its vast, high-quality library, including all of HBO’s prestige series like "Game of Thrones", "The Last of Us" and "Succession", plus recent offerings among the best Max shows such as "House of the Dragon", "True Detective: Night Country" and "The White Lotus".
How to watch 'Hacks' season 3 in Canada
All episodes of "Hacks" (S1-S3) are available to stream on Crave in Canada. Look out for season 4 later in 2025.
Crave subscriptions start at $9.99/month for its Basic plan (720p video, includes ads) all the way up to $22/month for Premium (ad-free, 4K, downloadable shows).
Those on vacation away from Canada will need one of the best VPNs to log in back home to use Crave as it will be geo-blocked when not at home. We recommend NordVPN.
How to watch 'Hacks' season 3 in the U.K.
It's been a long time coming, but "Hacks" season 3 has finally found a home in the U.K. via Sky with seasons 1-3 arriving on Friday, February 7. The fourth season is set to air alongside the U.S. later this year.
The Golden Globe winner can also be streamed via the Sky Go app and Sky's pay-as-you-go option, Now.
Sky plans currently start from £31/month while Now prices usually start from £9.99/month.
Those on vacation away from the U.K. will need a good streaming VPN to log in back home to use Sky Go or Now as they will be geo-blocked when not at home.
How to watch 'Hacks' season 3 in Australia
"Hacks" is exclusive to Stan Down Under, and that's where you'll find the first three seasons, as well as the upcoming season 4.
Stan prices start at AU$12 per month, up to $22 for the premium tier.
If you're an Aussie abroad and want to use your usual streamer, you can catch the show by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
All you need to know about 'Hacks' season 3
'Hacks' season 3 trailer
'Hacks' season 3 release date
Seasons 1-3 of "Hacks" are available to stream right now in most territories. All episodes are set to land in the U.K. on Friday, February 7.
'Hacks' season 3 episode guide
- Episode 1: "Just for Laughs"
- As Deborah prepares to accept an award in Montreal,Ava does her best to avoid her former employer.
- Episode 2: "Better Late"
- Deborah and Ava struggle to stay out of one another's orbits - especially when Deborah lands an unexpected opportunity.
- Episode 3: "The Roast of Deborah Vance"
- Deborah ensures everything and everyone is at their best for her roast.
- Episode 4: "Join the Club"
- Deborah is invited to hang with some of her favourite comedians.
- Episode 5: "One Day"
- As Deborah contends with writer´s block and Ava with a broken heart, the pair decide to clear their heads in the woods.
- Episode 6: "Par for the Course"
- Deborah participates in a golf tournament to get face time with the cable affiliates who could decide her future.
- Episode 7: "The Deborah Vance Christmas Spectacular"
- Deborah braces for Kathy's attendance at her Christmas party, while Jimmy and Kayla refuse to call it quits on the comedian's Late Night dreams.
- Episode 8: "Yes, And"
- A calendar mix-up finds Deborah double-booked - just as an unfortunate supercut of her most problematic early jokes starts circulating.
- Episode 9: "Bulletproof"
- As Deborah works to perfect her second run at Late Night, Ava receives a dream offer, and Jimmy and Kayla seek to grow their company.
Who is in the cast of 'Hacks'?
- Jean Smart as Deborah Vance
- Hannah Einbinder as Ava Daniels
- Carl Clemons-Hopkins as Marcus
- Megan Stalter as Kayla Schaefer
- Paul W. Downs as Jimmy LuSaque Jr.
- Rose Abdoo as Josefina
- Mark Indelicato as Damien
What can new viewers expect from 'Hacks'?
The official synopsis reads: "'Hacks' explores a dark mentorship that forms between Deborah Vance (Jean Smart), a legendary Las Vegas comedian, and an entitled, outcast 25-year-old (Hannah Einbinder). Season three begins with Deborah riding high off the success of her standup special while Ava pursues new opportunities back in Los Angeles."
More from Tom's Guide
Disclaimer
We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.
