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Most Viewed Hot Ones Episodes
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Chris Whitehair
- Last Updated: June 8, 2025
The List of the Most Popular Hot Ones Episodes
Hot Ones has gone from a unique little twist on an interview show to a pop culture phenomenon.
A-list actors, musicians, comedians, and other mainstream celebrities have taken their shot at the 10 questions with 10 wings lineup to make their way to the Last Dab!
With so many celebrities amongst the most recognizable in the world, we thought it would be interesting to see whose episodes have been the most viewed throughout the show’s 360+ episode run.
Does overall mainstream popularity equate to the most-watched Hot Ones episodes?
See the top 10 most viewed Hot Ones episodes for yourself!
*Views are accurate as of June 8th, 2025 at 3pm ET.
#10 - Millie Bobbie Brown
Name of Episode: Millie Bobby Brown Needs a Milkshake While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 18
Episode Number: 256
Original Release Date: June 2nd, 2022
Total Views: 27,337,363 views*
Brown’s youthful energy and genuine reactions are highlights.
She struggles with the heat, humorously requesting a milkshake to cool down, and expresses her discomfort in a very relatable way.
#9 - Stone Cold Steve Austin
Name of Episode: Stone Cold Steve Austin Puts the Stunner on Spicy Wings
Season: 9
Episode Number: 161
Original Release Date: August 15, 2019
Total Views: 27,667,090 views*
The spicy wings test Austin’s tough persona.
He delivers classic “Stone Cold” reactions, combining them with genuine discomfort and even “Stunnering” a bottle of hot sauce.
And that’s the bottom line, because Stone Cold said so!
#8 - Post Malone
Name of Episode: Post Malone Sauces on Everyone While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 2
Episode Number: 46
Original Release Date: December 8, 2016
Total Views: 30,918,414 views*
Post Malone maintains a laid-back attitude but still visibly feels the heat.
He is very generous with the sauces and very entertaining with his reactions.
#7 - Key & Peele
Name of Episode: Key & Peele Lose Their Minds Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 2
Episode Number: 16
Original Release Date: April 28, 2016
Total Views: 34,113,916 views*
The comedic duo’s improvisational skills shine as they react to the increasing spice.
They bounce off each other, delivering hilarious one-liners and physical comedy, turning their shared pain into comedic gold.
#6 - Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman
Name of Episode: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Go Claws Out While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 24
Episode Number: 337
Original Release Date: July 25, 2024
Total Views: 34,419,142 views*
Reynolds and Jackman’s playful rivalry is on full display.
They engage in witty banter and comedic jabs while battling the heat, creating a highly entertaining and competitive atmosphere.
#5 - Tom Holland
Name of Episode: Tom Holland Calls for a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 16
Episode Number: 241
Original Release Date: December 9, 2021
Total Views: 37,299,601 views*
Holland’s reactions escalate dramatically, and he jokingly calls for a doctor.
He vividly expresses his pain and struggles, making his experience very entertaining.
#4 - Kevin Hart
Name of Episode: Kevin Hart Catches a High Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 2
Episode Number: 38
Original Release Date: October 11, 2016
Total Views: 38,900,116 views*
Hart’s comedic energy amplifies as the heat intensifies.
He reacts with exaggerated expressions and hilarious commentary, claiming to be “catching a high” from the spice, making for a hilarious episode.
#3 - Shaq
Name of Episode: Shaq Tries to Not Make a Face While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 8
Episode Number: 145
Original Release Date: March 14, 2019
Total Views: 44,820,351 views*
Despite his stature, Shaq visibly struggles with the heat, attempting to maintain a stoic demeanor while feeling the burn.
His reactions are comical due to his attempts to hide his discomfort.
#2 - Billie Eilish
Name of Episode: Billie Eilish Freaks Out While Eating Spicy Wings
Season: 8
Episode Number: 144
Original Release Date: March 7, 2019
Total Views: 53,017,950 views*
As the wings get hotter, Eilish displays a mix of intense reactions, from nervous laughter to genuine distress.
She shows her relatable side, struggling with the spice and expressing her discomfort genuinely.
#1 - Gordon Ramsay
Name of Episode: Gordon Ramsay Savagely Critiques Spicy Wings
Season: 8
Episode Number: 138
Original Release Date: January 24, 2019
Total Views: 131,961,115 views*
No episode’s views come even close.
Ramsay, known for his fiery personality, delivers his signature brutal critiques, not just of the wings but also of Sean Evans’s questions.
He provides cooking tips and hilarious, often profane, reactions to the increasing heat.
My Thoughts on The Top 10
In terms of celebrity status, each of these 10 is a bona fide recognizable star in the U.S. and worldwide. There are no surprises here.
With that said, there are some episodes I’m surprised aren’t in the Top 10.
The first is Conan O’Brien’s appearance, which received universal acclaim for Conan’s willingness to go all in.
Based purely on my opinion of what constitutes a “superstar” celebrity, I’m surprised singers Ariana Grande, Justin Timberlake, Dua Lipa, and Shakira don’t have more views for their respective episodes.
Lady Gaga’s episode is relatively new, so it might have a shot if it keeps gaining traction.
Some surprises for me for their view counts include Joji, David Dobrik, and Vince Staples, but maybe I’m just out of touch with who’s now prevalent in the celebrity world.
#11 – #15 currently are…
11. Steve-O – 27,103,215 views
12. Paul Rudd – 25,802,753 views
13. Terry Crews – 25,668,254 views
14. Shia LeBeouf – 25,647,297 views
15. Aubrey Plaza – 25,077,839 views
Can they hit a little run and take a spot in the Top 10? Steve-O is just outside the Top 10, so if you’re a fan of his, keep re-watching!
Plenty of big-time celebrities still have yet to appear on the show. I’ll keep this list updated as often as possible.
Who do you want to see on Hot Ones? Leave a comment below!
Most Viewed Hot Ones Episodes FAQ
Which episode of Hot Ones has the most views?
Gordon Ramsay’s episode from Season 8, which first aired on January 24th, 2019, had 131,783,306 views as of May 24th, 2025, at 10 a.m. ET.
Which episode of Hot Ones has the fewest views?
Brad Underwood’s episode from Season 16, which first aired November 20th, 2021, had 429,003 views as of May 6th, 2025, at 10 a.m. ET.
