At the recent For Your Consideration event in Los Angeles, the cast and creators of the hit comedy "Hacks" got together to chat about the jaw-dropping season three finale. With the news of the show getting renewed for a fourth season fresh on everyone's minds, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement.
Jean Smart, who plays Deborah Vance, the sharp-witted comedian at the center of the show, couldn't help but joke about the twisty turn of events in the finale. Deborah's protege Ava, played by Hannah Einbinder, pulls a power move that leaves Deborah reeling. Smart teased Einbinder about the intense scene, highlighting the tension between their characters.
But it wasn't all jokes and jabs. The creators, Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky, shed some light on the creative process behind the finale. They revealed that they had planned the final scene early on in the writing process, knowing it would be the perfect culmination of Deborah's journey throughout the season.
Einbinder shared her hopes for Ava in the upcoming season, expressing a desire for her character to continue advocating for herself and thriving in her role. Smart, on the other hand, admitted she likes to be kept in the dark about future plotlines, preferring to be surprised along with the audience.
One thing they all agreed on? The prospect of Deborah hosting her own talk show in season four has everyone excited. Smart couldn't contain her enthusiasm, envisioning all the amazing guest stars they could bring on board.
As for the personal lives of the characters, Smart couldn't resist teasing about Marty and his "French whore" - oops, I mean his "lovely fiancée." It seems like there's plenty of drama both on and off the stage to look forward to in the next season of "Hacks."
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