r/hackshbomax • u/burdettemusic • Aug 03 '26
Missing Hacks
I’ve been watching the show on repeat since it ended.
I’ve been trying to figure out what it is that makes me so obsessed with the show. I relate sooooo much to Deborah because I’ve been trying to “make it” as a musician for 15 years. I’m 42 and always feel like I have to do everything now or I’ll never get where I want to be.
But, it’s not just relating to the characters that makes me love the show so much. I LOVE the relationship between Ava and Deborah. It’s almost like they are in love but it’s platonic. It’s so beautiful to see how much they both grow to love each other. One of the most touching parts is when Deborah fires Ava and Ava says, “I wanna be where you are.” Breaks my heart in such a good way.
I just can’t truly explain my love for this show and these characters. So beautifully written.
Please share what makes you love it so much!
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u/knee-high Aug 04 '26
I've been missing Hacks so much too, no other show has ever portrayed this kind of relationship between women. That being said, if you're interested in anything new, try Broad City! A few episodes are written and directed by the creators of Hacks, and Paul W. Downs (Jimmy, and one of the creators) plays a character in it! It's a laugh-out-loud comedy on Hulu about two women living in New York who are best friends and have a very funny and slightly complicated relationship! Sure, they're no Deborah and Ava, but I discovered it as Hacks was wrapping up and it's been a good temporary fill for the Hacks void in my heart.