The essential episodes of Shark Tank
Watch these 15 in order and you've got Shark Tank — each pick states its reason.
- 01
"Shark Tank," an exciting new reality show that, in these trying economic times, gives budding entrepreneurs a chance to make their dreams come true and become successful - and possibly wealthy - business people.
- 02
All five sharks consider business propositions that include a ticket-free coat check system, a belt buckle that doubles as a beverage holder, and what two woman say is the solution to bedbugs.
- 03
180CUP, Better Life, Kymera, Tree T Pee
Safe and natural cleaning products; a party cup with a hidden shot glass; a lightweight, electric bodyboard; a root cover for recently planted trees.
- 04
Week 26: Zero Pollution Motors, The Paleo Diet Foods, World Record Striper Company, Frameri
Singer Pat Boone helps to pitch an eco-friendly car that runs on compressed air; a fit mother of three touts the benefits of her diet snack bars; a fisherman offers the Sharks the chance to invest in his unique lure, which helped him earn a world record; and two Cincinnati men look for help growing their eyeglasses business. Also: a follow-up on Lori's investment in Heidi Ho Organics.
- 05
Table 87, EZPeeZ, milk and brookies, DUDE Products
A device that helps simplify potty-training; a baked-to-order brownies & cookies mashup. Also, an update on the Roominate inspirational toy business, which Mark Cuban invested in during Season 6.
- 06
ISlide, Re Think, Fizzics, Spoonful of Comfort
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown touts the benefits of personalized shoe slides by an entrepreneur from Norwood, Massachusetts; a 16-year-old high school junior from Naperville, Illinois, pitches an app that can stop cyberbullying messages before the damage can be done; two men from Howell, New Jersey, designed an ingenious at-home beer dispenser that makes bottled and canned beer taste like draft; a woman from West Valley City, Utah, proposes gifting chicken soup. Also, an update on 2400 Expert, an SAT prep course in which Mark Cuban invested during season 7.
- 07
Pearachute, Qeepsake, GeoOrbital, WaiveCar
An entrepreneur from Santa Monica, California, introduces the world's first all-electric, free car-sharing service; a monthly membership that makes it easy for parents and caregivers to discover, book and attend family activities at an affordable rate, from an entrepreneur in Chicago, Illinois; a Cambridge, Massachusetts, entrepreneur invented a product that can turn any regular bicycle into an electric bike in under one minute; and a digital baby journal that captures memories through text message, from an entrepreneur in Auburndale, Massachusetts.
- 08
Mavens Creamery, Spare, Swoveralls, Somnifix
First into the Tank are sisters from San Jose, California, who combine two delectable desserts into one amazing treat. An entrepreneur from West Hollywood, California, pitches his modern alternative to traditional ATM machines. An entrepreneur from New York City presents his clothing design for both men and women that combines two comfortable fashion trends into one. Last into the Tank is an entrepreneur from Mclean, Virginia, who introduces his hypoallergenic sleeping product that helps reduce snoring and dry mouth.
- 09
Dreamland Baby, The Mad Optimist, RollinGreens, Yellow Leaf Hammocks
A mom from Danville, California, believes she has the solution to help your babies sleep through the night. Entrepreneurs from Bloomington, Indiana, introduce the Sharks to their ethical business model for their personalized body care brand; while a husband and wife from Boulder, Colorado, pitch their healthier plant-based alternative of a favorite comfort food. Entrepreneurs from San Francisco, California, present their stylish and ethically minded version of a comfortable outdoor accessory.
- 10
FitFighter, Liftid, Foam Party Hats, Honeywine
A unique fitness system; a high-tech headband designed to provide the brain with a boost of energy; festive party hats; a wine made from honey.
- 11
MAXPRO, Banana Loca, Liberate, Tenikle
An innovative fitness system with on-the-go simplicity; a kitchen gadget; an online self-care program for a different type of workout; a sea creature-inspired all-in-one product for hands-free device holding; an update on Legendary Burgers.
- 12
Collars & Co., SquareKeg, Nana Hats, WONDRY
Guest shark Peter Jones; a luxury apparel line designed to elevate one's office look; a portable way to enjoy beverages on tap; a fruit preservation device; a fruit-infused wine collection; an update on Curie, a natural product line.
- 13
Gatsby, Pie Wine, See Worthy, Gently Soap
Products include a low-calorie chocolate, a wine to pair with pizza, a medical eye patch for children and an herbal soap for eczema.
- 14
Little Saints, TruFIT Customs, 1587 Sneakers, Card.io
The season 16 premiere features entrepreneurs hoping to score an investment deal with the Sharks. Innovative products include mushroom-based mocktails, custom-fit mouthguards, an Asian American-led sneaker brand and an app to boost your cardio game.
- 15
Big Sock Energy: Comedian Pete Davidson Is in the Tank
Expressive eco-friendly socks; shock-absorbing shoes; a high-tech jet ski; a line of low-alcohol beer.
