The worst episodes of Wicked Tuna
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- 01
It's the first day of a new bluefin season, and the Gloucester captains are feeling confident, ready to put meat on deck and bring home the first fish of the season. But this year, a new fleet of grudge-holding outsiders is coming to take that all away. These incoming "tourists" are prepared to go head-to-head with the veterans and do whatever it takes to come out on top.
- 02
The bluefin market in Gloucester remains closed, but not forever. After four long days off the water, the boats get the green light to start up again, and everyone is eager to make up for lost time. But when payouts at the fishery are lower than expected, disappointment sets in across the board as the captains realize there is still a long road ahead until the market stabilizes.
- 03
As the bluefin quota quickly diminishes, the competition hits its fiercest point yet. With the time left in the season ticking down, the captains are tested — who can withstand the pressure, and who will crack? And when monster catches, including the biggest bluefin of the season, take the bait, the control of the leaderboard could lie with anyone — a Gloucester vet or a newcomer.
- 04
Teaming up with Wounded Warrior Project, Dave Marciano recruits five other captains to put competition aside for a new mission: to bring a veteran on board for the ultimate fishing trip. The fleet gets to know about their guest angler's proud service in the armed forces, and how events like fishing help in readjusting to civilian life. Each veteran becomes a part of the crew and experiences the thrill of fighting a fish.
- 05
As the competition heats up, the captains will try anything to appease the tuna gods for a little luck. Captain T.J. Ott of the Hot Tuna brings his good luck charm onboard, while Captain Tyler McLaughlin of the Pinwheel decides to share his lucky charm with the veteran fleet. Meanwhile, Captain Dave Marciano and his crew aboard the Falcon endure their longest fish fight of the season.
- 06
With the bluefin markets reopened, it's all hands on deck to get back in the game. As the mates in the fleet step up to prove their worth, some captains give their second-in-command free reign; others hesitate to trust their crews. As the market begins to restabilize, can captains and crews set their differences aside long enough to put meat on deck?
- 07
The seas off the coast of Gloucester are rich with bluefin, but summer storms wreak havoc on the fleet. With winds and tides running high, there's no escape from danger, and the teams know with a short window to catch, they can't afford to stay off the water. It will take helping hands and a lot of skill to make the weather work in their favor in order to get much-needed paychecks.
- 08
Stuck in the middle of the pack, Hot Tuna adjusts their strategy when Captain TJ Ott's dad takes out his own boat Bad Fish in order to increase their success as a family business. A friendly wager keeps the Hot Tuna and Bad Fish crews on their toes. As the rest of the fleet struggles to find bait, previous champion Captain Dave Carraro makes a tactical move in order to make their way to the top.
- 09
As the clock keeps ticking on the toughest season yet, Gloucester's best captains must rely on their mates to help them land Bluefin in an uncertain market. But while some crews find strength in numbers, others find themselves shorthanded. And as the pressure mounts, these mates are forced to push themselves harder than ever as they fight to land blue gold and end up on top.
- 10
In a tough season where all the captains have agreed to work together, Dave Marciano defies the others by fishing in a secret location on his own. His ploy proves to be successful, as the Hard Merchandise catches tuna and stays on top of the leaderboard. But once the truth comes out, Marciano's sneaky move alienates him from the rest of the fleet and could cost him in the long run.
- 11
The competition heats up as the original Gloucester captains realize the newcomers mean business. When the new boats decide to team up and work together to get ahead in the game, the veterans start to feel the pressure of defending their home turf. As rivalries intensify, the original fleet resorts to drastic measures and sees that teamwork just might pay off.
- 12
The captains face intense weather conditions just days after the market shut down and must decide whether it's worth risking it all to ride out the storm or stay in and lose out on a potential paycheck. With extreme conditions and high seas beating down on the boats, and taking a toll on the captains both mentally and physically, everyone faces the ultimate choice: fight or flight?
- 13
Even on a normal day, commercial bluefin tuna fishing comes with a whole host of challenges. But after a period of bad weather and with an upcoming buyer break, the seas are crowded with boats and competition is fierce. After a rough first half of the season catching smaller, low-quality fish, Fat Tuna will fight through it all and stop at nothing to get ahead in the competition.
- 14
In one of the toughest seasons in Wicked Tuna history when finding the fish and making a paycheck is harder than ever, can the next generation of Gloucester fishermen rise up to the challenge, battling one obstacle after another? Can these young guns of the Bluefin fishery step up their game and prove their worth by bringing home blue gold?
- 15
- 16
The end of the season is near, and the Gloucester vets are being bested by their rivals, who have taken control of the leaderboard. As the captains fight for what could be their last bluefin, the battle between the Pinwheel and the Kraken turns into an all-out war. Will these captains be able to focus and put meat on deck, or will they finally reach their breaking point?
- 17
In the explosive season finale, the fleet continues to battle extreme weather, monster bluefin and uncertain profits as everyone fights to land the No. 1 spot — and one last tuna. With hours left, it's anyone's opportunity to bring home the winning fish. Will the Gloucester captains be successful on their home turf, or will the "tourists" prove too strong to defeat?
- 18
In an uncertain season, everyone has something to prove. With a buyer break looming in two days and lower market prices, fishermen are anxious to get another fish on deck. While reigning champion Captain TJ Ott is out to show the rest of the fleet last year's win was no fluke and aims to be a two-time champ.
- 19
It's opening day of the bluefin season, but the coronavirus pandemic promises to make this year different than any before. With less demand for the product, the captains of Gloucester, Massachusetts, face a series of challenges—time off the water, lower prices from the buyers, and day after day of uncertainty—and resolve to work together to make the most of an unprecedented season.
- 20
While the bluefin market may be uncertain, the competition remains steady. With limited days on the water, the captains are determined to start the season off strong. Making waves early on is Captain Dave Marciano aboard the newly renovated Hard Merchandise, who seems to have found his mojo after a few disappointing seasons. But will his luck stick around, or are his glory days behind him?
- 21
With fewer days available to fish, each captain must find a strategy to maximize catches—and profits. While some rely on meticulously reviewing notes and coordinates from previous years, others simply trust their instincts and hope for the best. But when playing it smart doesn't necessarily mean playing it safe, does taking a bigger risk mean bringing home a bigger paycheck?
- 22
Captain Spurge Krasowski is a local legend in the Gloucester waters and no stranger to facing challenges in the bluefin industry. Though this year's obstacle is different than any other, Spurge still challenges the fleet to work hard, fish smart and push their limits like never before. But can this old schoolmaster inspire the captains enough to score big in a shaky season?
- 23
All eyes are on Wicked Pissah as the trio leads the fleet. Paul reveals the reason for their drive this year, but they're not the only ones willing to do whatever it takes to be on top. By limiting fishing days, the plan to stabilize the market is finally paying off, and a higher demand for bluefin increases prices on quality catches, taking the competition up a notch.
