The best episodes of Hot Ones
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Shawn Mendes Discovers a New Side of Himself While Eating Spicy Wings
- 02
Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings
- 03
Jack Harlow Returns to the Studio to Eat Spicy Wings
Jack Harlow is a Grammy-nominated rapper and founder of the music collective Private Garden. Check out his debut studio album, "That's What They All Say," which is certified GOLD and available now. For the Season 15 premiere, he fulfills his teenage dream of sitting across from Sean Evans IN THE STUDIO and taking on the wings of death. Along the way, Harlow discusses his Louisville roots, his love of ranch, and the art of the ad-lib.
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Ed Sheeran Tries to Avoid Failure While Eating Spicy Wings
Ed Sheeran is a four-time Grammy Award–winning singer-songwriter, who has sold more concert tickets and albums than just about any other musician in history. His latest single, "Bad Habits," is out now, and there's a new album on the way. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Teddy takes on the wings of death and chats about everything from salvaging Eric Clapton's guitar from a fire, to collaborating with Eminem and 50 Cent, to the time he brought Courteney Cox to Tesco. Plus, a very special surprise from Benny Blanco!
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Simu Liu Chugs Boba While Eating Spicy Wings
Simu Liu is an actor who stars in 2021's highest-grossing box office film, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, which you can currently find streaming on Disney+ and in stores on Blu-ray/DVD. You can also catch him on Kim's Convenience on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Marvel hero takes on the wings of death and discusses board games, Asian snacks, and the pros and cons of playing Spiderman at birthday parties.
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Viola Davis Gives a Master Class While Eating Spicy Wings
Viola Davis is one of most decorated actors of the 21st century, from the Broadway stage to Emmy– and Academy Award–winning performances in TV and film. Her memoir, "Finding Me," topped the best sellers list earlier this year, and she has a brand-new film—the historical epic, The Woman King—now playing exclusively in theaters. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the living legend gives a master class on everything from developing characters like Annalise Keating, to nailing auditions and understanding the meaning of life.
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Pedro Pascal Cries From His Head While Eating Spicy Wings
Pedro Pascal is an actor you know from a string of massive global hits over the last decade, including Game of Thrones, Narcos, and The Last of Us. Currently, he stars in the much anticipated third season of The Mandalorian, streaming now on Disney+. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Pascal takes on the wings of death and talks about epic on-screen deaths, working with Baby Yoda, and his unapologetic take on Mexican food in New York City.
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Jake Gyllenhaal Gets a Leg Cramp While Eating Spicy Wings
Jake Gyllenhaal is an Academy Award-nominated actor whose resume includes everything from box-office shattering franchise films, to chilling psychological thrillers, to West End productions and the Broadway stage. His latest project is the Guy Ritchie-directed action-thriller, The Covenant, which is set to release in theaters April 21. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Gyllenhaal takes on the wings of death and discusses Sean's mannerisms, experiencing altitude sickness with Josh Brolin, and his many iconic roles.
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Jennifer Lawrence Sobs in Pain While Eating Spicy Wings
Jennifer Lawrence is an Academy Award–winning actress you know from films like Silver Lining's Playbook, American Hustle, The Hunger Games, and many more. She also produces and stars in the new comedy, No Hard Feelings, which is set to release in theaters June 23. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the Hollywood powerhouse takes on the wings of death and discusses on-set injuries, chili-pizza sandwiches, and Will Ferrell's greatest hits.
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Barry Keoghan Plays Hard to Get While Eating Spicy Wings
Barry Keoghan is an Academy Award–nominated actor you know from a string of acclaimed performances in films like Saltburn, Banshees of Inisherin, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, and many more. His latest project is the long-anticipated WW2 miniseries, Masters of the Air, streaming now on Apple TV+. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Keoghan takes on the wings of death and discusses his love of wolves, working with directors like Christopher Nolan, and why Ireland breeds so many great boxers.
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Zayn Malik Lets the Tears Flow While Eating Spicy Wings
Zayn Malik is a singer-songwriter who is gearing up for his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Room Under the Stairs. The single, "What I Am," drops March 15. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Zayn takes on the wings of death and discusses pepper farming in Pennsylvania, how poetry informs his creative process, and why he'll never part with his Stan Lee–signed issue of Iron Man.
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Conan O'Brien Needs a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings
Conan O'Brien is an Emmy Award–winning talk-show host who had a nearly three-decade–long run on late night. You can keep with him these days on Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend wherever you get your podcasts. He also has a brand-new travel show where he's visiting Conan fans all over the world—it's called Conan O'Brien Must Go, and it's set to release on Max April 18th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the comedy titan discusses hijinks at 30 Rock, his legacy in late night, the funniest US presidents, Don Quixote, and much more in one of the most high-octane Hot Ones of all time. This is the season finale to top all season finales!
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Heidi Klum Strikes a Pose While Eating Spicy Wings
Heidi Klum is an Emmy Award-winning TV host, fashion icon, and one of the most prolific magazine cover models in the history of print. You can catch her hosting Germany's Next Top Model and in her long-held judge's seat on America's Got Talent, which returned to NBC for Season 19 in May. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Klum takes on the wings of death and discusses collabs with Snoop Dogg, $12.5-million diamond-encrusted bras, and underrated German delicacies.
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Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Go Claws Out While Eating Spicy Wings
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are the stars of Deadpool & Wolverine, perhaps 2024's most anticipated film. Bringing together these iconic characters and rivals has been years in the making, but the wait is finally over as Deadpool & Wolverine opens in theaters nationwide on July 26th. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as the two box-office titans take on the wings of death and discuss superhero costumes, Marvel leaks, and the depths of their beautiful bromance.
- 15
The Jonas Brothers Burn Up While Eating Spicy Wings
- 16
The Undertaker Takes Care of Business While Eating Spicy Wings
Mark Calaway is the Undertaker—a 7x World Heavyweight Champion (in WWF and WWE), and one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. His five-part docuseries ‘The Last Ride' is currently airing on the WWE Network. On November 22 he'll be giving his "Final Farewell" at ‘Survivor Series,' the same event where he made his wrestling debut more than 30 years ago. How will Big Evil match up in this rumble with the wings of death? Find out how the trench coat-wearing Deadman fares in the scoville inferno known as Hot Ones while answering questions about his early days performing under the name Commando, backstage locker room beef, the zen of motorcycling, Mike Tyson's impact on professional wrestling, and how he wants his fans to remember him. Will the Lord of Darkness ascend from hell and survive the hottest hot sauces to ever enter the ring, or will he be buried alive in the chicken bone graveyard? From Death Valley… The Undertaker!
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Daniel Radcliffe Catches a Head Rush While Eating Spicy Wings
Daniel Radcliffe is known the world over for his role as Harry Potter in the eight-film franchise, as well as his work on Broadway. You can catch him in his latest film Escape From Pretoria, which is available to stream now. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the multifaceted actor takes on the wings of death—and accidentally double dabs Da Bomb—in the Hot Ones Season 13 finale!
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Olivia Rodrigo Burns Her Lips While Eating Spicy Wings
Olivia Rodrigo is a singer-songwriter whose double-platinum debut single, "drivers license," broke all kinds of records, including Spotify's most-streamed song ever in a week. She followed that up with her critically acclaimed album, Sour, which likewise shot to the top of the Billboard Charts. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the pop star of the moment takes on the wings of death and discusses everything from lyricism, to ghost stories, to the appeal of Trader Joe's oatmeal raisin cookies.
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Jon Bernthal Gets Punished By Spicy Wings
Jon Bernthal is an actor you know from films like Fury and Ford v Ferrari, as well as megahit TV shows like The Punisher and The Walking Dead. You can catch him this fall in the much buzzed-about King Richard on November 19th, as well as the Sopranos prequel The Many Saints of Newark, in theaters and streaming on HBO Max now. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Bernthal takes on the wings of death and discusses close encounters with Brad Pitt, the best boxing movies of all time, and much more.
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Tom Holland Calls for a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings
Tom Holland began his career at 12 years old in the West End production of Billy Elliot, and now he's one of Hollywood's biggest box office draws, from award-winning performances in The Impossible, to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. On the topic of the latter, his latest is sure to be one of the year's biggest films of the year—Spiderman: No Way Home, which is set to release in theaters on December 17th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Holland takes on the wings of death and discusses the joys of pub food, his relationship with Robert Downey Jr., and much more in this very special Season 16 finale!
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Cate Blanchett Pretends No One's Watching While Eating Spicy Wings
Cate Blanchett is one of the most decorated and accomplished actors of our generation, with a resume that includes more than 70 films and 20-plus theater productions, along with multiple Golden Globe and Academy Awards. Her latest project is the Todd Field-written and -directed psychological drama, Tar, in select theaters now, with a wider release scheduled for October 28th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the Hollywood icon takes on the wing of death and discusses Lord of the Rings, scary movies to watch on Halloween, and her problem with magicians.
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Melissa McCarthy Prepares For the Worst While Eating Spicy Wings
Melissa McCarthy is an Academy Award-nominated actor whose resume includes everything from beloved TV sitcoms, to record-shattering comedies and acclaimed dramatic performances. You can also catch her as Ursula in Disney's The Little Mermaid, now playing in theaters. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as McCarthy takes on the wings of death and discusses red-carpet tracksuits, Saturday Night Live, and the future of comedies in Hollywood.
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*NSYNC Breaks Another Record While Eating Spicy Wings
*NSYNC is back, baby—and the iconic boy band is kicking off Season 22 of Hot Ones in epic fashion! Justin Timberlake, Chris Kirkpatrick, JC Chasez, Lance Bass, and Joey Fatone have sold more than 70 million records, toured the world, and endured as one of the defining pop groups of a generation. They're reunited not only for this record-breaking episode (most wings on the table!), but also with a brand-new single, "Better Place," dropping September 29. But how are they with spicy food? Find out as Timberlake and Fatone take on the gauntlet for a second time, and the rest of the band joins them to discuss live-show malfunctions, crazy fan stories, and the definitive Mount Rushmore of *NSYNC songs
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Johnny Knoxville Gets Smoked by Spicy Wings
- 25
Halle Berry Refuses to Lose to Spicy Wings
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