Episode 1
The First Fish is the Hardest
1h
On the Season 6 premiere, the quest to land the first fish of the season is underway and it could bring serious money to a captain
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TV series
Wicked Tuna
2012TV-1413 seasons6.7 / 10
Fishing is a hard life, and harder with bluefin stocks depleted. In Gloucester, Massachusetts, there's a special breed of fishermen. For generations they've used rod and reel to catch the elusive bluefin tuna. They depend on these fish for their livelihood, and the competition is brutal. Over the next 10 weeks, the most skilled fishermen will set out in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic in hopes of catching the valuable bluefin tuna. When one bluefin can bring in as much as $20,000—they'll do whatever it takes to hook up.
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Synopsis
Fishing is a hard life, and harder with bluefin stocks depleted. In Gloucester, Massachusetts, there's a special breed of fishermen. For generations they've used rod and reel to catch the elusive bluefin tuna. They depend on these fish for their livelihood, and the competition is brutal. Over the next 10 weeks, the most skilled fishermen will set out in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic in hopes of catching the valuable bluefin tuna. When one bluefin can bring in as much as $20,000—they'll do whatever it takes to hook up.
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Episode 2
Trials and Tunalations
44m
The pressure is on for Captain Paul Hebert to land his first tuna. As the captains choose sides, Paul vows to prove his critics wrong.
Where to watch Wicked TunaEpisode 3
Bluefin Brotherhood
A good deed by Captain Tyler McLaughlin earns him some positive karma. Captain Dave Carraro, frustrated with his dry spell, resorts to shady tactics.
Where to watch Wicked TunaEpisode 4
Who Needs a Captain?
After a month of fishing, the mates of the fleet prove their worth, and one boat makes a historic haul that could change the outcome of the season.
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The Ego Has Landed
After his mates succeed without him, Captain Dave Carraro is desperate to redeem himself in the eyes of the fleet, his crew and himself.
Where to watch Wicked TunaEpisode 6
Doldrums and Dog Days
It's the midpoint of the season, and Captain Tyler McLaughlin is determined to stay out as long as necessary in order to best his rival, Dave Carraro.
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Captain Money Bags
The competition heats up as the captains become desperate to land a paycheck.
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Hickory Dickory Docked
When Captain Dave Carraro opts to dock his boat for a few days, the other captains pounce on the chance to take the lead away from him.
Where to watch Wicked TunaEpisode 9
Hissy Fit
Nick "Duffy” Fudge makes a mistake that could destroy the Pinwheel's chances of catching a fish, causing tempers to flare and tensions to boil over.
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Purple Rain
A treacherous storm descends on Gloucester, forcing captains to choose between risking their lives battling the elements or missing out on a catch.
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The End Is Nigh
An injury threatens to end Capt. Paul Hebert’s season.
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The Time is Now
finale
Captain Tyler McLaughlin is within striking distance of becoming this year's champion, but will a sudden setback at sea derail his chances?
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Cast
Dave MarcianoSelf
Dave CarraroSelf
T.J. OttSelfTyler McLaughlinSelf
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 201
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
National GeographicUnited States
Pilgrim Media GroupUnited States
Themes
atlantic oceanfishinggrand banksmassachusettsnorth atlanticrivalrytuna