The worst episodes of Hot Ones
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- 01
Kenan Thompson Becomes a Card-Carrying Spiceman While Eating Spicy Wings
Kenan Thompson is a bonafide TV legend. From his roots at Nickelodeon to becoming the longest tenured cast member in Saturday Night Live history, he's been making us laugh for over 25 years. He also stars in a new comedy series from NBC—it's called Kenan, Tuesdays 830/730C. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as entertainment vet takes on the wings of death, regales Sean with tales of cooking Gordon Ramsay's eggs, and even busts out a Steve Harvey impression for good measure.
- 02
Carmelo Anthony Goes Hard in the Paint While Eating Spicy Wings
Carmelo Anthony is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history, a ten-time All Star, and a three-time Olympic gold medalist. VII(N) - The Seventh Estate is his global wine brand, and he has a weekly talk show set to launch on December 7th called 7PM in Brooklyn, co-hosted by The Kid Mero. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Melo takes on the wings of death and discusses wine hijinks with Jimmy Butler, Redeem Team memories, and the art of great rebounding.
- 03
MrBeast Faces His Scariest Challenge Yet While Eating Spicy Wings
MrBeast—a.k.a., Jimmy Donaldson—is an entertainment industry juggernaut who has built an empire on challenges, survival stunts, and giving away enormous sums of money. His chocolate and snack brand, Feastables, is taking over shelves across the country, and his record-shattering competition series, Beast Games, is back for Season 2—check it out now on Amazon Prime Video. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as MrBeast takes on the wings of death and discusses his most harrowing experiences making YouTube videos, attempts to do speed math while his brain melts in hot sauce, and admits that the thing he's most afraid of is spicy food.
- 04
Matthew McConaughey Grunts it Out While Eating Spicy Wings
Matthew McConaughey is an Academy Award-winning actor you know from films like ‘Magic Mike,' ‘Dallas Buyers Club,' ‘Interstellar,' ‘Dazed and Confused,' ‘The Wedding Planner,' ‘How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days,' and countless others. He is also a producer, a college professor, and an author. His latest project is a memoir titled ‘Greenlights,' available now. How will this Texas Longhorn play defense against the spicy peppers in this hot sauce lineup? Find out how this highwayman fares against the wings of death while answering questions about his writing process, what makes romantic comedies work, how helpful New Yorkers really are, losing a lawsuit against a skin cream company while in high school, and Hank the Cowdog. Will this spiritual life philosopher known for his many McConaughey-isms get through the gauntlet of spice? Alright, alright, alright!
- 05
Lil Nas X Celebrates Thanksgiving With the Biggest Last Dab Ever
Happy Thanksgiving Spice Lords! Welcome to the 5th annual Thanksgiving Hot Ones with Lil Nas X! Lil Nas X is a 2x Grammy Award-winning artist you know from his breakout hit ‘Old Town Road,' one of the biggest records in Billboard history. His latest single ‘Holiday' is out now. How will this meme-creating internet pro perform against the progressively spicier death wings? Find out how the Diamond certified rapper fares in this hot sauce rodeo while answering questions about making panini with Gordon Ramsay, performing a duet with Elmo, exploring the dark corners of the internet, the cowboy lifestyle, performing at his old school, and of course, Thanksgiving. Sean and Lil Nas X also play a new Hot Ones game, "Was it a Troll?" Will Lil Nas X survive the gauntlet and make it to the top of the scoville mountain in front of him? You can't tell him nothin'!
- 06
Mila Kunis Hits the Ranch While Eating Spicy Wings
Mila Kunis is a Golden Globe–nominated actress who's decades in Hollywood include the legacy TV shows Family Guy and That '70s Show, as well as award-winning films like Black Swan and Forgetting Sarah Marshall. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as Kunis takes on the wings of death while breaking down NFTs, explaining what it's like to have Conan O'Brien as a neighbor, and fact-checking Ashton Kutcher's episode of Hot Ones.
- 07
Bear Grylls Battles For Survival Against Spicy Wings
Bear Grylls is an adventurer, best-selling author, and the battle-tested host of a number of hit shows, including Running Wild With Bear Grylls, which returns July 25th on National Geographic. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Bear takes on the steak tips of death in an ultra-carnivorous version of the Hot Ones gauntlet. While battling the spice, the adrenaline junky discusses harrowing wilderness moments, the evolution of mountaineering, and the greatest adventure novel of all time.
- 08
David Blaine Does Magic While Eating Spicy Wings
David Blaine is known the world over for his street magic and endurance stunts, which include being buried alive for seven days and holding his breath underwater for 17 minutes. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the legendary magician takes on the wings of death and discusses his origin story, the wisdom of David Copperfield, and his closest calls. Needless to say, he's got a trick or two up his sleeve as well...that may or may not involve Carolina Reapers from Smokin' Ed Currie himself. Prepare to have your mind blown and be sure to check out his new live show "David Blaine in Spades" starting September 30th at Resorts World Las Vegas.
- 09
Johnny Knoxville Gets Smoked by Spicy Wings
- 10
Halle Berry Refuses to Lose to Spicy Wings
- 11
Sam Smith Screams in Pain While Eating Spicy Wings
Sam Smith is a 4x Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter, who also holds multiple Guinness World Records, and—oh yeah—has an Academy Award and a Golden Globe on the shelf for good measure as well. Their third studio album ‘Love Goes' is set to release on October 30th. How will this pub lover fare against the hottest hot sauces to cross the pond? Find out how this style icon handles the hot heat while answering questions about London pub culture, being friends with Elton John, the importance of James Bond, the happiness that can be found in sad songs, and freaky nun ghosts. Will this pop star be victorious against the wings of death and make it to the top of spice mountain? Bring on the heat!
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Jeffrey Dean Morgan Can't Feel His Face While Eating Spicy Wings
Jeffrey Dean Morgan has played many unforgettable roles on film and TV, perhaps most notably as Negan on The Walking Dead—get ready for a big character reveal on April 4th! You can also catch him in The Unholy, a horror movie set to release in theaters and streaming on April 2nd. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as one of TV's greatest villains takes on the wings of death and discusses visiting Stonehenge with Norman Reedus, riding Harleys, and the gig that almost made him quit acting.
- 13
Russell Brand Serenades Superfan Brett Baker While Eating Spicy Wings
Russell Brand is back! O.G. Hot Ones fans remember Russell Brand's classic run-in with the wings of death back in 2017, as well as his operatic ode to Brett Baker—the Hot Ones superfan known for his Hot Ones Power Rankings. These days, Brand is as busy as ever: His latest project is the Audible Original, Revelation: Connecting With the Sacred, which is currently available for download. And not to be outdone, his YouTube channel now has more than 3 million subscribers. But can he triumph in the War on Spice once more? Find out as the silver-tongued comedian sets the world to rights and welcomes a very special guest. Spice lords, you do NOT want to miss this
- 14
Elijah Wood Tastes the Lava of Mount Doom While Eating Spicy Wings
Elijah Wood has been in more than 60 films over the course of his more than 30-year acting career—from Academy Award-winning indies, to one of the highest-grossing box office film franchises of all time in Lord of the Rings. His latest project is No Man of God, which is set to release in theaters and On Demand August 27th. But how is he with spicy food? An impromptu tasting at the Complex offices last year didn't bode well, but now Elijah is back for revenge in the Season 15 finale. Watch as he takes on the wings of death and discusses Lord of the Rings lore, Austin food favorites, and the differences between horror films and video games. Thanks for another great season, spice lords!
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Jacob Elordi Feels Euphoric While Eating Spicy Wings
Jacob Elordi is an actor you know from his role as Nate Jacobs in the Emmy Award–winning, megahit HBO series Euphoria. His latest project is the film Deep Water, an Adrian Lyne–directed psychological thriller set to hit Hulu on March 18th. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the Australian superstar takes on the wings of death and discusses the influence of Marlon Brando, sitting courtside at MSG with Simu Liu, and rock-bottom auditions.
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Millie Bobby Brown Needs a Milkshake While Eating Spicy Wings
Millie Bobby Brown is an actress and producer you know best from her role as Eleven on the seven-time Emmy Award–winning global megahit Stranger Things, now streaming its highly anticipated fourth season on Netflix. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as the "Enola Holmes" star discusses her favorite on-set snack, ranks celebrity eyewear, and talks about doing a "hot lap" with Lewis Hamilton. Plus, a surprise drop-in from Stranger Things co-star Noah Schnapp!
- 17
Mark Rober Gives Up on Science While Eating Spicy Wings
Mark Rober is a NASA engineer-turned-YouTube juggernaut whose videos range from building the world's largest supersoaker, to the annual porch-pirate glitter-bomb holiday extravaganza. He also has a new project on the way called Mark Rober's Revengineers, a hidden-camera, science-focused prank show coming soon to Discovery Channel. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Rober takes on the wings of death and throws the kitchen sink of antidotes at them, attempting—unsuccessfully—to use science to escape the heat.
- 18
Neil Patrick Harris Needs Magic to Escape Spicy Wings
Neil Patrick Harris is an Emmy Award–winning actor who has entertained audiences for decades on everything from acclaimed sitcoms, to Broadway shows. You can check out his Wondercade newsletter for weekly odds and ends from the brain of NPH, and stream his new comedy series, Uncoupled, on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the multi-talented star takes on the wings of death and discusses everything from magic history, to hosting the Tony Awards, to the enduring appeal of How I Met Your Mother. It's the Season 18 finale—let's go!
- 19
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Fires Her Publicist While Eating Spicy Wings
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is one of the most decorated actors in television history, a recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and the winner of 11 Emmys for her work on Seinfeld, The New Adventures of Old Christine, and Veep. She also stars in the Nicole Holofcner-directed dramatic comedy You Hurt My Feelings, in theaters May 26th. But how is she with spicy food? Find out as JLD takes on the wings of death and discusses Marvel movie magic, the tiny Seinfeld set, and becoming a podcaster.
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John Mulaney Seeks the Truth While Eating Spicy Wings
John Mulaney is an Emmy Award–winning writer and comedian who rose to prominence during his time at Saturday Night Live. In the time since, he's done everything from an acclaimed Broadway show, to a children's musical and a number of beloved comedy specials, including his latest, Baby J, which is now available to stream on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Mulaney takes on the wings of death and discusses the perils of fish food, the writers strike, and the influence of Chris Rock. Happy 300th episode of Hot Ones, Spice Lords!
- 21
Cardi B Tries Not to Panic While Eating Spicy Wings
Cardi B is a Grammy Award–winning artist with more #1 singles than any other woman in hip-hop history. Her latest hit with Megan Thee Stallion is called "Bongos" and is available everywhere now. But how is she with spicy food? Find as Cardi takes on the wings of death and discusses the art of a rap intro song, her admiration for Rihanna, the possibility of alien life, and her undying love for FDR.
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Sterling K. Brown Performs Shakespeare While Eating Spicy Wings
Sterling K. Brown is an Emmy, SAG, and Golden Globe Award–winning actor you know from beloved TV and film projects like This Is Us and Black Panther. He's also got a pair of acclaimed films this year—Biosphere, out now on AMC+, and the Cord Jefferson–directed satirical drama, American Fiction, coming in December. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as the veteran thespian takes on the wings of death and discusses on-screen deaths, the G.O.A.T. football movies, and his enduring love of Shakespeare.
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Jamie Dornan Gets Punched in the Face by Spicy Wings
Jamie Dornan is a Golden Globe Award–nominated actor you know from movies like Belfast and the 50 Shades franchise. He also stars in The Tourist, which recently launched its second season on Netflix. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Dornan takes on the wings of death and discusses rugby scrums, working with Kenneth Branagh, and the key to overcoming failure as an actor.
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Bowen Yang Takes a Hero's Journey While Eating Spicy Wings
Bowen Yang is an Emmy Award–nominated cast member of Saturday Night Live. You can keep up with him as host of Las Culturistas wherever you listen to podcasts. And, you can catch him in one of the holiday season's most anticipated films, Wicked, which is set to release in theaters November 22nd. But how is he with spicy food? Find out as Yang takes on the wings and discusses the best pop albums of 2024, learning how to talk to Lorne Michaels, and the behind-the-scenes of a Hot Ones-Beyoncé sketch on SNL.
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The Jonas Brothers Burn Up While Eating Spicy Wings
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