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Episode 1
Sean Evans Answers Hot Ones Questions from Fans
Sep 7, 201625m
TMDB rating 6.0TMDB
You asked for it, and now here it is: footage from a recent Facebook Live, in which host Sean Evans answered fan questions about Hot Ones to mark the show's first 30 episodes. He tackles everything from how the wings are sauced, to dream guests, to behind-the-scenes stories of celebrity struggle. We'll put him back in the hot seat soon to tackle more of your burning questions.
Episode 2
Hot Sauce Shopping at Heatonist
Nov 2, 201625m
In his off-week from Hot Ones, Sean Evans is on a mission to dig deeper into the Scoville world and track down some new contenders for the Season 3 hot-sauce lineup. Naturally, he heads straight for his chili-head guru, Noah Chaimberg of Heatonist in Williamsburg, to taste through some of the newest and most explosive bottles on his shelves.
Episode 3
The Hot Ones Holiday Special
Dec 24, 201625m
As this epic year of Hot Ones draws to a close, host Sean Evans offers his "behind the hot sauce" commentary on some of the show's most memorable Season 2 moments. Which were your favorite episodes of the year? Let us know in the comments.
Episode 4
Season Four Hot Sauce Lineup, REVEALED
Jul 13, 201725m
Hot Ones Season 3 is in the rearview mirror, and Hot Ones Season 4 is coming at you like a spicy freight train next Thursday, July 20. Before the premiere, Sean Evans unveils the brand-new hot sauce lineup (spoiler alert: it's getting HOTTER), and we take an emotional look back at the highlights of season 3—from DJ Snake's moment of humanity, to the ballad of Brett Baker. As always, thank you to the fans—without you, there is no Hot Ones!
Episode 5
A Very Spicy Holiday Special
Dec 21, 201725m
Happy holidays, Hot Ones fans! Next week, we'll be closing out the year with the wildest, craziest, most Scoville-packed Hot Ones challenge to date. But first we had to dress Sean Evans up in a chili-pepper for some fan Q&A, plus a good ol'-fashioned Season 4 montage. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll yearn for wings.
Episode 6
Season Five Hot Sauce Lineup, REVEALED
Jan 11, 201825m
You know the Hot Ones motto: New year, new celebrity tears! Per tradition, we're shaking things up for the new season with some brand-new sauces and more Scovilles than EVER before. Watch Sean Evans break down the scorching-hot lineup, then get your own wings of death ready in time for next week's Season 5 premiere on 1/18.
Episode 7
Sean Evans Answers Spicy Fan Questions and Shares Season 5 Highlights
May 17, 201825m
Hot Ones Season 5 is in the rearview mirror, and Season 6 is on the horizon. But before we officially bid farewell to Charlize Theron, Michael B. Jordan, and the rest of the SZN5 gang, it's time for that great Hot Ones tradition: the extra-spicy fan mailbag! Sean Evans takes a seat in the newly christened Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities—featuring a collection of tchotchkes and memorabilia from our favorite guests—to answer your burning questions. Stay until the end for an epic, One Shining Moment-style montage of the season that was. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and as always, you'll get an uncontrollable urge for violently hot chicken wings.
Episode 8
Season 6 Hot Sauce Lineup, REVEALED
May 31, 201825m
It's that time again, spicelords: The changing of the Scoville guard, hot-sauce draft day, the christening of the all-new Wings of Death! The Season 5 hot sauce lineup served us well, breaking down guests like Charlize Theron and Michael B. Jordan to their realest selves, but in this crazy game called Hot Ones, evolution is necessary. And so it is with great excitement and fanfare that we usher in the Season 6 lineup, which includes a whopping nine new sauces on the board, including Los Calientes and a never-before-seen, extra-extreme version of the Last Dab. Watch Sean Evans break down the scorching-hot lineup, then get your own wings of death ready in time for next week's Season 6 premiere on June 7.
Episode 9
Sean Evans Answers Fans Questions
Sep 13, 201825m
Sean Evans puts himself in the Hot Ones seat for this season recap. After giving a docent tour of the Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities, Sean tackles some of your burning questions and then unveils an emotional montage of the Season 6 highlights.
Episode 10
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 7 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 27, 201825m
Hot Ones Season 7 premieres next week, and you know what that means, spice lords: It’s time to reveal the new hot-sauce lineup! Watch Sean Evans unveil the new symphony of spice that will be setting the tone for celebrity meltdowns all season long. Plus, some very big announcements for the Hot Ones family. Let’s go!
Episode 11
The Hot Ones Holiday Special
Dec 24, 201825m
Happy holidays, Hot Ones fans! This week, Sean Evans is donning his Santa hat and sitting in his throne inside the Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities, so you know what that means: It's time for the Hot Ones holiday extravaganza! Fan mailbag? Check. Season 7 controversies addressed? Check. Emotional season-ending montage? Check. ESPN analyst Jalen Rose breaking down some game tape from NBA stars who have faced the wings of death? It's all here. Thank you for another great year, spice lords! With love, The Hot Ones Staff.
Episode 12
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 8 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 17, 201925m
Hot Ones is back, and hotter than ever! In the lead-up to next week's Season 8 premiere with Gordon Ramsay, Sean Evans unveils the brand-new lineup of hot sauces that will be taking out celebrity guests all season long. Stick around 'til the end for a little Gordon Ramsay teaser to hold you over until next week...
Episode 13
Sean Evans Tackles Season 8 Controversies and Answers Fan Questions
Apr 25, 201925m
Sean Evans is back in the hot seat for a look back at Season 8—from Gordon Ramsay all the way through to Scarlett Johansson! Watch our intrepid Hot Ones host tackle #ShaqGate, break down his favorite interviews, and unveil another tear-jerker of a season-ending montage. Thanks for watching, spice lords!
Episode 14
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 9 Hot Sauce Lineup
May 16, 201925m
Hot Ones is back—and, once again, it's hotter than ever! In the lead-up to the Season 9 premiere on 5/30 (who's the guest?! who's the guest?!), Sean Evans runs through the NBA Draft of Scovilles to reveal the new sauces that will be torturing celebrity taste buds week after week. This season is all about makers who have never been featured on the show, so please give a warm welcome to your new favorite hot sauces. In the words of Eric Andre, "GET SOME, BABY!"
Episode 15
Sean Evans Answers Burning Fan Questions
Aug 22, 201925m
Sean Evans returns to the Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities for another rollicking fan mailbag. What were his favorite episodes of Season 9? What are his top five video games of all time? What's the post game from the Idris Elba interview? Find out as Sean looks back on Season 9 and answers another round of your burning questions. Stay tuned for a very special Truth or Dab next week!
Episode 16
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 10 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 12, 201925m
Hot Ones returns 9/19 @ 11am EST with Shia LaBeouf, so you know what time it is: Time to unveil the starting lineup of spice for this historic Season 10! This time around, it's Hot Ones: All-Star Edition, with some of our favorite producers from the past nine seasons bringing brand-new sauces to the table. Torchbearer! Adoboloco! Heartbeat! Plus, a brand-new edition of The Last Dab—Last Dab XXX—which goes on sale 10/17.
Episode 17
The Hot Ones Holiday Special 2019
Dec 12, 201925m
Santa Sean is back in the Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities, and you know what that means—it’s time to look back at Season 10, crack open the fan mailbag, and answer your burning questions. Hear about Sean’s favorite Hot Ones memes, his top 5 movies of 2019, and much more. Happy holidays, spicelords! None of this would be possible without you. Stay tuned for more Truth or Dab action before the year comes to a close!
Episode 18
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 11 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 16, 202025m
Hot Ones returns 2/6 @ 11am EST! Los Calientes Rojo drops 2/6 on Heatonist dot com! And the brand-new series "Hot Ones: The Game Show" hits truTV 2/18! It's going to be a very spicy month ahead, but first things first: It's time to unveil the starting lineup of spice for Season 11. This time around, we're excited to introduce a whole cast of new makers to table, bringing the heat from Ontario, Australia, Fiji, and all corners of the globe. Welcome back, spice lords!
Episode 19
Hot Ones: Quarantine Update
Mar 26, 202025m
Sean Evans checks in from quarantine for a state of the union on Hot Ones. The bad news? No new episode this week due to social-distancing protocols—flatting the curve is more important than flats and drums right now! The good news? We've got some brand-new Hot Ones interviews on deck that are already shot and ready to roll out in the coming weeks. Plus, Sean provides a personal update from his apartment and tells the harrowing tale of his recent fainting spell. We miss you, spice lords—stay safe, stay home, and stay spicy!
Episode 20
Sean Evans Answers Fan Questions and Addresses Season 11 Controversies
Apr 30, 202025m
Episode 21
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 12 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jun 18, 202025m
Hot Ones returns 6/25 @ 11am EST! The pandemic can no longer keep the wings of death at bay—we're moving forward with an all-new season and you know what that means: new hot sauces! Please make some noise for the Season 12 lineup, featuring a brand-new version of The Classic (with 10x more garlic), a record TWO grim reaper-emblazoned bottles, and our first sauce from Costa Rica. Welcome back, spice lords!
Episode 22
Sean Evans Answers Fan Questions and Addresses the Biggest Challenge of Season 12
Sep 3, 202025m
Sean Evans is back to answer as many fan questions as he possibly can in this end-of-the-season recap episode! Who is Sean’s favorite crew member? What are Sean’s favorite TV shows? What is Sean’s favorite hot sauce for personal consumption? Who is Sean the Magnificent? Hear Sean talk about the “absolute graceless chaotic nature” with which guests have been saucing wings in these anarchic times of Season 12 remote shooting. And who were the guests that canceled on Hot Ones at the last minute?! Maybe it all will be revealed in this special Hot Ones fan Q&A. And spice lords, be sure to stay tuned for more from the Hot Ones team this month—nothing can stop us from putting out more content! But really, what this episode is truly about is to say thank you to all the Hot Ones fans from Sean and the entire Hot Ones crew! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
Episode 23
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 13 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 24, 202025m
Hot Ones returns 10/1 @ 11am EST! There is no such thing as a vacation at Hot Ones HQ—as Chris Schonberger always says, “No weeks off!” So into this spicy autumn we go, and you know what that means: it’s time to meet the new hot sauce lineup for Season 13! A round of applause as we welcome back some of our favorite makers like Dawson’s, Angry Goat Pepper Co., Shaquanda’s, Hell Fire Detroit, and Heartbeat. But what is that in the last spot? Is it a new version of The Last Dab?! Introducing The Last Dab Apollo—the only sauce in the world with the Apollo Pepper, the newest, most ferocious, and most delicious pepper yet from our friend and legendary mad scientist Smokin’ Ed Currie. This is by far the hottest Dab ever created, some say even hotter than the sun itself. Welcome back, spice lords!
Episode 24
The Hot Ones Holiday Special 2020
Dec 10, 202025m
Sean Evans is back in his Santa hat, and you know what that means—it's time for another Hot Ones Holiday Special! Looking back at one of the craziest years in Hot Ones/world history, our Spicelord-in-Chief cracks open a year-end mailbag to answer your hard-hitting fan questions. Plus: We reveal very exciting news about our new charity initiative with Common Threads, an organization bringing food and nutrition education to communities in need. Smash the donate button next to this video if you can!
Episode 25
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 14 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 21, 202125m
New year, new season, new hot sauces, babyyyy! Hot Ones returns with the Season 14 premiere on 1/28 at 11am EST, and you know what that means: time for Sean Evans to welcome his brand-new Avengers squad of spice to the table. To kick off 2021, we’ve got a mix of beloved makers like Torchbearer and Hellfire making their return to the lineup, as well as newcomers channeling flavors from Harlem, Barbados, and beyond. Welcome back and happy new year, spice lords!
Episode 26
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 15 Hot Sauce Lineup—Plus, a BIG Announcement!
May 20, 202125m
Hot Ones is not only back, but we’re back in studio, babyyyyy! Season 15 kicks off Thursday, May 27, at 11am EST with a brand-new guest taking on the wings of death in person with Sean Evans. And you know what that means: a new starting lineup of hot sauces makes its way to the table. This season is all about diverse flavors—from a Peruvian-style jalapeno sauce, to an all-new Los Calientes, to a fiery number that evokes chicken tikka masala. And, needless to say, it packs some serious heat. Cheers to Season 15, spice lords!
Episode 27
Sean Evans Tackles Season 15 Controversies and Answers Fan Questions
Aug 19, 202125m
Hot Ones Season 15 is in the bag—and what a season it’s been! The return to studio! The star-packed lineup! The emergence of a second table! A lot has happened, and as always, the spice lords have questions. Watch as Sean Evans checks in from the Hot Ones Museum of Curiosities for some important show updates, revealing personal disclosures, and much more.
Episode 28
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 16 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 16, 202125m
Season 16 kicks off Thursday, September 23, at 11am EST with a VERY special guest taking on the wings of death in the Hot Ones studio with Sean Evans. And you know what that means: a new starting lineup of hot sauces makes its way to the table. This season is all about the Scoville symphony—from a Honduran chocolate ghost pepper sauce to the return of The Classic: Garlic Fresno Edition, to a sauce featuring strawberry and coconut. And, needless to say, it packs some serious heat. Plus: Camera Guy Bill takes it back to the ’90s!
Episode 29
Gordon Ramsay Returns for the Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza
Dec 23, 202145m
Happy holidays, Spice Lords! To say thank you to the fans and help raise money for our charity partner, Common Threads, the First We Feast team has been hard at work to bring you this special end-of-year presentation. What’s in store? The first taste-test of Hot Ones Jr! Mind-blowing holiday dishes from Alvin Cailan (The Burger Show), Nicole Russell (Pizza Wars), and George Motz (Burger Scholar Sessions)! The first Hot Ones Awards, hosted by Camera Guy Bill! And, of course, the return of Gordon “100MM views” Ramsay, who’s back with a Santa sack full of tricks for his second round against the wings of death. We hope you enjoy the show, and if you’re a fan of Hot Ones and First We Feast, we’d appreciate nothing more than a donation to Common Threads!
Episode 30
Sean Evans and Sasha Banks Try the Paqui One Chip Challenge
Sep 1, 202125m
WWE Superstar Sasha Banks didn’t hesitate to call out hot-sauce makers to bring more heat when she appeared on Hot Ones in Season 5. But how will she and Sean Evans cope with Paqui’s 2021 One Chip Challenge®? The rules of this competition are simple: Take a bite of a blazing Carolina Reaper and Scorpion Pepper-laced tortilla chip and see just how long you can last before reaching for that glass of milk or water. Watch the WWE champion turn into a “fire-breathing dragon,” and see how long it takes for Sean to beg for mercy.
Episode 31
Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron Play Truth or Dab
May 2, 201912m
Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron—costars of the new romantic comedy, "Long Shot," in theaters everywhere May 3—have two simple choices in this Hot Ones spinoff: Tell the truth, or suffer the pain of the Last Dab. Watch as host Sean Evans drills the Hollywood legends with high-stakes questions about everything from the most difficult actors to work with, to Seth's secret rap album. The only way to escape the truth is to eat an incredibly spicy wing.
Episode 32
Stranger Things' Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo Play Truth or Dab
Jul 8, 201913m
Stranger Things stars Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo have two simple choices in this Hot Ones spinoff: Tell the truth, or suffer the pain of the Last Dab. Watch as host Sean Evans drills the young stars of the cult Netflix sci-fi series with high-stakes questions about everything from the season 3 spoilers, to Gaten's knowledge of Star Wars trivia. The only way to escape the truth is to eat an incredibly spicy wing.
Episode 33
Machine Gun Kelly Has a Rematch with the Wings of Death
May 10, 201813m
Hot Ones may be in between seasons, but we couldn't leave you without your regularly scheduled hit of hot wings. So, just for the real ones out there who have been asking, we're dusting off a Hot Ones classic! During our PBR Halftime Show, Machine Gun Kelly—one of the O.G. Hot Ones guests, and inventor of the dab—made his return to the table for a second date with the wings of death. His heroic, post-wings musical performance was a game day-only special, but now you can relive the magic of the interview.
Episode 34
Bert Kreischer Returns For A Rematch Against Spicy Wings
Apr 23, 202026m
Bert Kreischer is a veteran standup comedian and certified Hot Ones legend. He has a new special on Netflix—the trending "Hey Big Boy"—as well as Bertcast, "Something's Burning" on YouTube, and the "2 Bears, 1 Cave" podcast with fellow friend of the brand Tom Segura. But how will he fare in his rematch against the wings of death? Bert first sat down with Sean Evans way back in Season 2, and now he's making history once again on the first-ever social distancing–friendly "Hot Ones: Quarantine Edition." Hope you enjoy this bonus episode, spicelords!
Episode 35
Sean Evans Gets Schooled on the Carolina Reaper by Smokin’ Ed Currie
Apr 22, 202110m
For Hot Ones fans, the name Smokin’ Ed Currie should be very familiar. You’ve heard Sean refer to him as the “Michael Jordan of hot chilies”; you’ve seen Sean dying on Smokin’ Ed’s infamous Carolina Reaper with Chili Klaus (twice!); and you’ve watched guests week after week suffering the wrath of The Last Dab, whose various iterations have been made with Ed’s other extreme creations, Pepper X and Apollo.
Episode 36
LEGO Sean Evans Interviews Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi
Sep 1, 20212m
Have you ever wondered what Sean Evans would look like as a LEGO character? Well, wonder no longer. In this special animated short, Sean goes head-to-head with the shape-shifting Queen Watevra Wa'Nabi—voiced by Tiffany Haddish—for one of his craziest interviews yet.
Episode 37
Tony Hawk and Sean Evans Take on the Paqui One Chip Challenge
Aug 25, 202114m
Tony Hawk is no stranger to pain after three decades of professional skateboarding. But how will he and Sean Evans survive Paqui’s 2022 One Chip Challenge®? The rules of this competition are simple: Take a bite of a blazing Carolina Reaper and Scorpion Pepper–laced tortilla chip and see just how long you can last before reaching for that glass of milk. Watch the skate legend eat what he describes as “the remnants of a terrible house fire,” and see how long Sean can last at his fourth #OneChipChallenge rodeo. Expect blue tongues and a lot of tears.
Episode 38
Will Ferrell Brings the Spirit to the Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza
Dec 22, 202242m
Will Ferrell is back—and so much more—for the Second Annual Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza! This end-of-year special is our little way of saying thank you to the fans and helping to raise money for our charity partner, Common Threads. What’s in Spicy Santa's bag of content this year? Jesus Trejo (Tacos Con Todo) is taste-testing holiday foods from around the world with the kids of Common Threads! Alvin Cailan (The Burger Show), Nicole Russell (Pizza Wars), and George Motz (Burger Scholar Sessions) are whipping up holiday leftover sandwiches! The much-anticipated Hot Ones Awards with Camera Guy Bill! And, of course, to follow up on Gordon Ramsay's epic appearance last year, Will Ferrell takes on the wings of death and discusses SNL, being a mall Santa, and his new Christmas movie, Spirited.
Episode 39
Pepper X: Sean Evans, Chili Klaus & Smokin' Ed Currie Eat the New World's Hottest Pepper
Oct 16, 202315m
Breaking news: Pepper X® is officially the new Guinness World Records holder for hottest chili pepper on the planet! Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping adventure as Sean Evans leads the celebration of Pepper X's groundbreaking achievement. Watch as Smokin' Ed Currie from PuckerButt Pepper Company receives the ultimate recognition, solidifying Pepper X's blazing, 2,693,000-Scoville strong legacy in the culinary world. Embrace the fiery camaraderie with OG Spice Lords Chili Klaus and Heatonist's Noah Chaimberg as they join in the celebration, taking on the unparalleled heat of Pepper X in its rawest form.
Episode 40
Steve-O Is Extra Naughty For the Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza
Dec 21, 202340m
Steve-O returns to face for this THIRD showdown with the wings of death in the THIRD Annual Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza! This end-of-year tradition is our way of saying thank you to the fans and raising money for our official Hot Ones charity partner, Common Threads. And what a show we have in store: Sean Evans plays a holiday-themed round of "would you rather?" with kids of Common Threads! Esther Choi (Heat Eaters) cooks Nashville-style Korean fried chicken with Hot Ones legend Chili Klaus! Camera Guy Bill presents the 2023 Hot Ones Awards! And Steve-O takes on the wings of death and discusses his Hot Ones history, Jackass lore, and an elusive stunt he's always wanted to try. His latest special “Steve O’s Bucket List” is now available at SteveO.com We hope you enjoy the show, and if you’re a fan of Hot Ones and First We Feast, we’d appreciate nothing more than a donation to Common Threads—just smash that donation button!
Episode 41
Donald Duck Tries to Keep His Cool While Eating Spicy Wings
Aug 23, 20248m
Donald Duck is an icon of the American cinema, with countless film and television appearances to his name, and a distinctive delivery that makes every appearance unique and unforgettable. Now, he's celebrating a major birthday milestone—90 years of wise-quacking—with a historic appearance on Hot Ones. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Donald takes on a gauntlet of spicy cauliflower nuggets and discusses Disney lore, his unfiltered thoughts on impersonators, and much more.
Episode 42
Ken Jeong Spreads Joy at the Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza
Dec 19, 202424m
Ken Jeong is back in the hot seat for the Third Annual Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza—and he's got some choice words for Sean Evans! This end-of-year special is our little way of saying thank you to the fans and helping to raise money for our charity partner, Common Threads. As he takes on the Hot Ones gauntlet for the second time, Jeong discusses the behind-the-scenes magic of The Masked Singer, breaks down his guide to the holidays, and answers some burning questions from the kids of Common Threads. We hope you enjoy the show, and if you’re a fan of Hot Ones, we’d appreciate nothing more than a donation to Common Threads—just smash that donation button!
Episode 43
Lil Yachty Takes His Final Form While Eating Spicy Wings
Jan 15, 202519m
Lil Yachty is a Grammy–nominated artist, podcast host, and sneaker aficionado. He is also a legendary Hot Ones alum whose first encounter with the wings of death was also his first encounter with hot sauce. But how is he with spicy food these days? Find out as Yachty sits down with Sean Evans for a second time to break down his creative process, reveal his most awkward music gig, and taste test the brand-new Ragù x Hot Ones Heat Pack collab. This three-pack of versatile sauces is available on Amazon and the Kroger family of retailers, but only for a limited time.
Episode 44
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 17 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 13, 2022
Happy new year, Spice Lords! Season 17 kicks off Thursday, January 20, at 11am EST with a VERY special guest taking on the wings of death in the Hot Ones studio with Sean Evans. And you know what that means: a new starting lineup of hot sauces makes its way to the table. This season brings some familiar makers alongside some exciting newcomers—from a hot sauce made with melons, to the hottest #2 sauce to date, to a back-to-back Puckerbutt punch of heat to close out the gauntlet. Let's go!
Episode 45
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 18 Hot Sauce Lineup
May 19, 2022
Big news, Spice Lords! Season 18 kicks off Thursday, May 26, at 11am EST with the triumphant return of Post Malone. And you know what that means: Sean Evans is here to welcome a new lineup of sauces to the Hot Ones table. This season brings a flavor bonanza that runs the gamut from a tropical Island Wing Sauce from Hawaii, to a psychotically spicy #9 sauce from Australia. Get excited for a great new season, and smash that "donate" button to support our charity partner, Common Threads!
Episode 46
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 19 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 22, 2022
It's that time, Spice Lords! Season 19 of Hot Ones is finally here and we're kicking things off in magical fashion on Thursday, September 29, at 11am EST with the amazing David Blaine. And you know what that means: Sean Evans is here to welcome a new lineup of sauces to the Hot Ones table. This season may be the most visually stunning to date, and the flavors don't disappoint, either. Get ready for numbing Sichuan spices, multiple concoctions from the lab of Smokin' Ed Currie, and a sauce that Sean immediately put in his Mount Rushmore. Season 19, baby—let's go!
Episode 47
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 20 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 19, 2023
Hot Ones is back, baby! Season 20 kicks off on Thursday, January 26, at 11am EST with a very special guest in the hot seat. But first, some important business: Sean Evans checks in to introduce a new lineup of scorchers to the Hot Ones table. From a ranch-inspired sauce and a mythical creature in the front half, to mushroom mayhem and taco vibes in the back half, it's one for the ages.
Episode 48
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 21 Hot Sauce Lineup
May 18, 2023
Hot Ones is back, and hotter than ever! Season 21 kicks off on Thursday, May 26, at 11am EST with a very special guest out of the same hometown as Da Bomb Beyond Insanity (hint, hint). But first, it's Scoville draft day and Sean Evans is here to introduce a new starting lineup of hot shots to the table. From lemon pepper in the front half, to watermelon in the back half, this season's sauces are packed with interesting flavors and serious heat.
Episode 49
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 22 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 14, 2023
Hot Ones is back, and hotter than ever! Season 22 kicks off on Thursday, September 21, at 11am EST with a historic Hot Ones booking. But first, the new lineup of hot sauces that will be scorching out celebrities all season long. There are two exciting new Hot Ones sauces at the table—our first-ever Buffalo sauce, and a brand-new Last Dab—as well as some flavor-packed newcomers.
Episode 50
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 23 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 18, 2024
Episode 51
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 24 Hot Sauce Lineup
May 16, 2024
Episode 52
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 25 Hot Sauce Lineup
Sep 12, 2024
Episode 53
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 26 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 16, 20258m
Episode 54
Cam Heyward Tackles the Heat For the Hot Ones Football Special
Sep 5, 202423m
It's game time, Spice Lords! To celebrate the kickoff of the NFL season, Sean Evans and the Hot Ones crew bring you the first-ever Hot Ones Football Special, brought to you by Prime. To kick things off, we've got chef Esther Choi cooking game-day eats, Heat Eaters-style, with jalapeno poppers cranked to 11. Then, Camera Guy Bill is hitting the streets for some Last Dab–fueled football trivia. And to close things out, Sean takes on a hard-hitting five-wing gauntlet with 3x All Pro defensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cam Heyward. Get ready for an extra-spicy season!
Episode 55
Peter Griffin Bares It All While Eating Spicy Wings
Oct 21, 20245m
Peter Griffin is one of the greatest TV dads of all time and his antics on Family Guy has kept audiences laughing for decades. To celebrate the show's 25th anniversary Peter is taking on the Hot Ones gauntlet. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Peter takes on the wings of death and shares his secret to a lasting marriage, who's his favorite kid, and teases two new Hulu Exclusive Holiday Specials for Family Guy this Halloween and Christmas.
Episode 56
Offset Lets Out a Battle Cry While Eating Spicy Wings
May 12, 202519m
Offset is a platinum-selling 3-time Grammy-nominated artist and Hot Ones alum whose first bout nearly ended in a tap out. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as he braves the wings of death for a second time and discusses the mindset shift in working as a solo artist, what a timeless custom Hot Ones chain should look like, and how he came to the world of acting thanks to LL Cool J.
Episode 57
Sean Evans Challenges Hot Ones Superfans | Season 27 Hot Sauce Reveal
May 15, 202521m
We are so back! It's the Season 27 Hot Sauce Reveal, but this time with a twist! We've invited a crew of Hot Ones superfans—including O.G. Spice Lord, Brett Baker—into the studio to be the guinea pigs for the latest Scoville gauntlet. Watch as Sean Evans puts the power in the hands of the fans to introduce the newest lineup of hot sauces that will be blasting out celebrities all season long. Hot Ones Season 27 premieres May 22—see you there!
Episode 58
The Most Insane Last Dab Ever: Season 28 Sauce Reveal
Sep 11, 20257m
Big news: Jason Bateman is coming to the Season 28 premiere next Thursday, September 18! But first: a brand-new hot sauce lineup to get cozy with as sweater weather hits. The Season 28 lineup has it all—new flavors from O.G. makers, rookies bringing next-level heat, and—not to be outdone—the most insane and diabolical sauce Hot Ones has ever put out in our 10 year history. Get your 10 pack at HotOnes.com to play along!
Episode 59
Puss in Boots Can’t Feel His Tail While Eating Spicy Wings
Dec 12, 20224m
Puss in Boots (Oscar® nominee Antonio Banderas) is the legendary feline outlaw and hero behind one of the most iconic animated film franchises in history. You can catch his latest adventures in DreamWorks Animation's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, in theaters everywhere December 21. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Puss in Boots takes on the wings of death and discusses his partnership with Kitty Softpaws, his love of leche, and his most memorable deaths.
Episode 60
Kristen Bell Gets Festive on the Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza
Dec 18, 202526m
Kristen Bell is back in the hot seat for the Fifth Annual Hot Ones Holiday Extravaganza—and she's spicier than ever! This end-of-year special is our little way of saying thank you to the fans and helping to raise money for our new charity partner, the International Rescue Committee. As she takes on the Hot Ones gauntlet for the second time, Bell discusses which kids give her the Frozen respect she deserves, her most cherished Detroit Red Wings memories, and the recipe for a very Midwestern holiday treat. We hope you enjoy the show, and if you’re a fan of Hot Ones, we’d appreciate nothing more than a donation to the IRC—just smash that donation button! Happy Holidays!
Episode 61
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 29 Hot Sauce Lineup
Jan 15, 20266m
New Year, new sauces. Welcome back, Spice Lords! Season 29 premieres next Thursday, January 22nd, with Jason Segel taking his turn with the wings of death. You know what that means—it’s time to meet the new set of carefully curated hot sauces that will be bringing the heat to the table. This beautiful symphony of flavors is packed with heat and ready to take on your favorite celebs. Get your 10 pack at hotones.com to play along at home!
Episode 62
Sean Evans Reveals the Season 30 Hot Sauce Lineup
May 14, 20266m
Get ready for the Season 30 premiere next Thursday, May 21. But first: it’s time to meet the new set of carefully curated hot sauces that will be bringing the heat to the table. Get your 10 pack at hotones.com to play along at home!