Wicked Tuna(2012–2024)

Back in the Hunt

The second season begins with Dave Carraro encountering an unwelcome visitor in his first fishing spot of the season. Meanwhile, a New Hampshire fisherman heads south to compete with Dave.

Go Fish

Tyler takes a risk by going to Georges Bank. Elsewhere, Kevin enjoys harpooning.

The Numbers War

The fishermen search for locations where bluefin tuna are known to congregate and feed. Meanwhile, Captain Tyler begins a search for new hot spots.

Fish Fight

A fishing tournament in Gloucester kicks off; and the crew of the Pin Wheel play a prank on the Odysea's Captain Ralph.

Shark Attack

The fishing teams are threatened by great white sharks. Included: A shark slams into the Christina; Tyler must risk life and limb to untangle a harpoon line from the Pin Wheel's propeller in the shark-infested waters.

Sweet Smell of Revenge

The crew of the FV-Tuna.com relocate when amateur boats start creeping in on their territory; a weekend warrior runs over Kevin's anchor line; Tyler ventures out on his own after giving his crew the week off.

Storm Warning

The fishermen work during a major storm.

Hell on the High Seas

At the season's midpoint, the captains deal with increasing pressure to bring home a paycheck.

Meltdown

The Tuna.com takes the lead in Week 9 of the fishing season. Meanwhile, the crew of the Bounty Hunter deal with tension; and Tyler reaches a breaking point with his shipmates.

Captain Carnage

Dave and Paul enter into an intense competition to see who can catch the most fish.

All Hands on Deck

Paul's newfound confidence is shaken by his inexperienced deckhand; Dave Carraro works with a new recruit; and Tyler learns to cooperate with his Pin Wheel crew.

Uncharted Territory

The last weeks of the season are a struggle as the bluefin tuna begin to migrate south.

Twice Bitten

The young crew of the Pin Wheel close in on the FV-Tuna.com's lead; Paul needs a win.

Money on the Line

Capt. Dave Carraro begins the last week of the season well ahead of the Pin Wheel crew. Meanwhile, Capt. Tyler works to prove himself; Capt. Paul Hebert wants to reach his goal; and Capt. Marciano tries to recover from a rough season.

The Bite Is On

Meet the fleet, as peak season begins and the adrenaline rush of “monstah” hunting hits Gloucester. We enter mid-season, but this is when the money is made and tempers run hot. Each captain loads his boat with three thousand dollars worth of fuel, bait, and ice, and heads off for open water where the blue gold is waiting. But it doesn’t take long for things to sour when there’s cash on the line.

Payback's a Fish

After going bust on his last trip, Marciano of Hard Merchandise wrestles with the trials of being an absentee father when he comes home empty-handed. Though they'd prefer a paycheck to a three-thousand-dollar loss, his family misses him and shows their love and support while his mind remains on chasing tuna. The next day, he repays their devotion when he comes home with a $10,000 fish.

Weekend Warriors

Tuna.com continues its winning streak, catching two fish in one day while the rest of the fleet struggles to even find a spot to fish in between the flocks of “googans”—the weekend recreational boaters who seem to make every bite go wrong. Desperate for a catch, Bill of Bounty Hunter starts doing some sleuthing, trying to crack Dave’s code in search of the secret that will bring him the fish—and the money.

Size Matters

Meet Kevin and the Christina, a boat that gets its own real life fish story when it snags an eleven-hundred-pound “monstah” right out of the gate. The story of Kevin’s catch, by far the biggest of the season, is the talk of the town and no one takes it harder than Dave on Tuna.com. Dave puts his boat on overdrive to catch up, while Marciano is forced to sit on the sidelines with a charter tour so he can pay off debts.

Greed, Ego & Jealousy

After watching the Christina catch the biggest tuna of the season, the uber-competitive Captain Dave of the Tuna.com is obsessed with beating the record, and catching a fish bigger than 1,075 lbs!

Man v. Storm

An intense storm slams into the shores of Massachusetts, and meteorologists are calling for winds up to 20 to 30 knots and 4- to 6-foot-high waves. Most wouldn’t dream of steaming out into conditions like these, but a few are brave enough to dare risk their lives — the fishermen of Gloucester.

Mutiny at Sea

A mixture of bad luck and mutiny brews in this tumultuous episode of Wicked Tuna. Tensions erupt on New England’s top tuna boat, Tuna.Com, when Captain Dave and Paul get into a heated confrontation that causes Paul to quit!

Grudge Match

With just two weeks left until the end of tuna fishing season, Bounty Hunter gains a new deckhand. Paul, formerly of Tuna.com, joins the crew, and Captain Bill hopes he will help turn the boat's luck around. But tensions flare when Paul tries to teach a few things to First Mate Scott leaving questions about whether the new arrangement will work. On the Hard Merchandise, First Mate Jay struggles to prove to his uncle and Captain that he's worth keeping on next season.

Pirate Problems

A hard season with little money to show has taken its toll on the crew of the Odysea, leading Captain Ralph to lash out at his first mate Pirate. The more Ralph yells, the more Pirate tunes him out, leading to more mistakes from Pirate.

The Wicked Return

A rivalry between Tyler and TJ heats up in the Season 3 opener.

Checkmate

Tyler has second thoughts about hiring his friends. Elsewhere, Bill attempts to catch tuna by using tactical maneuvers and harpooning.

First Blood

The captains set out to catch the first fish of the tuna season in the Series 4 premiere.

Anchor Anger

A careless prank leads to a feud between two of the veteran captains.

Something to Prove

The best fishermen from Gloucester, Massachusetts, set out on the first day of the North Atlantic Bluefin Tuna season, each with something to prove to the rest of the fleet, but this year they will face a formidable new opponent from northern waters.

Tuna and Tequila

Captain Paul Hebert triumphantly helms his own boat, the Wicked Pissah. TJ Ott and Dave Carraro bury the hatchet after a disagreement last season.

Worst to First

It’s opening day of the bluefin tuna season, and the first fish can bring big money. With a payday at stake, every captain is fighting to land a tuna.

Fish or Famine

The First Fish is the Hardest

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

Trials and Tunalations

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Captain Money Bags

The competition heats up as the captains become desperate to land a paycheck.

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.

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.

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.

The End Is Nigh

An injury threatens to end Capt. Paul Hebert’s season.

Back on the Hunt

Bluefin season opens and the fleet begins to bounce back after last year's bad economy.

Out of Control

Chaos forces the captains to adapt and harness control in order to catch Bluefin.

Heavy is the Crown

Former champions feel the pressure of maintaining their reps on the leaderboard.

Dog Days

The Hot Tuna tries to get on the board as TJ awaits news on Reba's fate.

Whale of a Tuna

The fleet's in gear as last year's champ Paul Hebert stalls trying to catch his first fish.

Comeback Kings

The Dotcom crew works their way through back-to-back obstacles, hoping for a comeback.

Back on Track

Some boats are on a blue fin hot streak, while others try to break their slump.

Whoa Brother!

Tension on the Pinwheel puts catching at risk when exhaustion kicks in.

Dream Team

The crews demonstrate their teamwork while trying to reel in blue gold.

Mutiny

After a season of frustration, tension boils over on the Wicked Pissah.

Marathon Monster

In the most challenging fight so far, one crew battles beyond its limits.

Lucky or Not

When fishing for bluefin, skill and luck are on the line.

Make the Grade

Father figures put their student fishermen to the test catching wicked tuna.

Bet on Badfish

Hot Tuna takes a big gamble to help the family business.

Marciano on Deck

Marciano is back on the Hard Merch after a minor health scare.

Redemption

Capt. Paul calls in a man from his past to try and salvage his season.

Weather the Storm

With a storm brewing, Dot Com searches for a monster tuna to get ahead.

Top Four Frenzy

The fleet's top four captains go head-to-head to catch Wicked Tuna.

No Time to Lose

The quota is almost full in a neck-and-neck race for the top spot.

Keep the Tradition Alive

It’s opening day of the Gloucester bluefin season, and the captains face new challenges and navigate uncertain waters due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Back in the Game

One veteran captain hits his stride; the fleet faces low demand in an uncertain market.

Bank on It

In a season of uncertainty, the captains fight for glory, and the newcomers are especially determined to prove their worth.

Best Laid Plans

The captains work to find a strategy that will maximize catches, and profits, in an attempt to play it smart during uncertain times.

Tuna Master

Faced with intense challenges like never before, Captain Spurge motivates the fleet to work hard, fish smart and push their limits.

Middlebank Monster

As the season heats up, young newcomers Time Flies fights to catch bluefin and prove they have what it takes to keep up with the rest of the fleet.

Payday Baby

The fleet sees a bump in prices, pushing everyone to fish even harder for a paycheck, but Wicked Pissah got a big reason to stay in their groove.

Hold Fast

Rough seas, high winds and fast tides make for tough fishing, but when captains help each other, the bluefins start biting.

Can't Stop, Won't Stop

The Next Generation

Bad Fish Good Blood

Hot Tuna gets help from Bad Fish to help increase profits by catching Bluefin for their family business and move out of the middle of the pack.

Strength in Numbers

Chasin' the Bite

Everyone is desperate for a paycheck as the warm summer water creates a lull in fishing like never before, and keeping the fleet on the hunt.

Real Heroes

Rogue One

Captain Dave Marciano defies the fleet by fishing in a secret location on his own, alienating him from the others but helping his boat stay on top.

Cursed

The buyer breaks wreak havoc on fishermen’s strategies and five-time champion Captain Dave Carraro suffers the longest cold streak of his career.

Quota Killers

With the quota running out and the end in sight, the captains race to catch monster high quality bluefin but they can’t control what bites the hook.

Make or Break

The fleet tries to capitalize on Wicked Pissah's time off the water after a mechanical issue, and Hard Merchandise improvises to fix the boat. 

Hot or Not

As time runs out, the Hard Merchandise fights to hold onto the top spot while the Wicked Pissah follows hot on their heels.

The Herds Are Here

The bluefin fishery opens in Gloucester. With the fleet eager for a paycheck, big fish and more catches than ever set up an action-packed season.

Early Season Monsters

The fleet is on the hunt for early season jumbos.

We're Not Quitters!

Tension mounts on Hard Merchandise as they struggle for their first fish.

Maine or Bust!

The ladies on No Limits catch their first blue fin of the season.

Last Chance for Chatham

Last Chance for Chatham

Even the Losers Get Lucky Sometimes

As the fleet gets off to a fishy start, two boats fight to make up ground.

Dangerous Alliance

With the season half over, the fleet tries to catch up to Dave and Paul.

To Get It Done, Two is Better Than One

Time Flies battles monsters while an unlikely pair form an alliance.

Coming In Hot

Former champion Fat Tuna heats up the competition with two blue fin tuna.

Three-Way Throwdown

Captain Tyler Mclaughlin faces setbacks, taking him off of the water.

Triple Threat

Fat Tuna, Wicked Pissah and DotCom battle it out for the top spot.

The Enemy Among Us

War on the Water

The competition heats up when the original captains see the newcomers mean business.

Band of Brothers

Spooked by the sudden success of the new captains, the Gloucester veterans take drastic measures and band together to form an unlikely alliance.

Follow the Leaders

Tensions run high with a new limited quota; the competition gets personal for two rivals.

Blood Lines

Competition between the OGs and the tourists heats up; Gloucester captains rely on family ties.

Kraken the Code

The Gloucester captains are used to dominating their home turf and will do whatever it takes to protect their waters from the imposing newcomers.

While the Getting is Good

The bluefin markets are oversaturated, threatening to shut down the fishery. For each captain, their next fish could be their last.

Bluefin Shutdown

The bluefin market shuts down in 48 hours, and tensions among the captains run high.

Back to Business

Though the bluefin market is open again, it hasn’t fully recovered, leaving everyone disappointed when giant catches result in meager payouts.

Mate Debate

With the markets reopened, the mates step up to help out and prove their worth.

Angry Waters

Extreme weather and high seas force the captains to decide between fight or flight.

Pineapple Mafia

As the competition heats up, the captains will try anything to appease the tuna gods.

Crunch Time

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?

Brawlin for Bluefin

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.

Who's the G.O.A.T. Boat?

Bluefin season opens; the fleet battles for the first fish.

Push It to the Limit

A new competitor joins the fleet and starts off with a bang.

A Whole New Pissah

The Wicked Pissah seeks redemption and a bluefin payday.

Chatham Alliance

Alliances form as the competition heats up.

Big Gamble, Big Fish

As the Chatham alliance grows, Tyler continues fishing on his own.

Chatham or Bust

Both Pinwheel and No Limits change strategies to reverse their bad luck.

Keeping Up with Marciano

Tuna Overload

Makin' the Bite

Double or Nothing

Heart on the Line

Fishermen struggle to focus on fishing.

Can't Miss a Beat

Blue Gold Rush

Hot Tuna Beast Mode

Hot Tuna spreads good karma as the fleet struggles to hook up.

Back with a Vengeance

Dot Com Disclosure

A Bluefin for Dad

Sixteen Hour Slob

Final Countdown

Battle Cry

It's opening day of the bluefin tuna season; after a mediocre performance in the Outer Banks, Capt. Dave Marciano is ready for his first season aboard his new boat, the Falcon; Capt. Tyler McLaughlin copes with the unexpected loss of his mate.

Game of Fins

It is the second week of the bluefin tuna season; a familiar boat enters the fleet, igniting old rivalries; Pinwheel's crew members continue to mourn for Nick; the Wicked Pissah crew struggles to maintain its lead.

Wreck It Ralph

A familiar face returns to GloucesterP to compete for the title of top bluefin fisherman

Gods and Monstahs

Bad luck strikes the fleet, and the captains struggle to turn their fortunes around.

Relative Madness

Capts. Dave Marciano and TJ Ott struggle near the bottom of the leader board; Capt. Dave Marciano's nephew, Jay, brings a shot of energy to the Falcon; Capt. Tyler McLaughlin strives to pull ahead; all three captains turn to family members for help.

Attack of the Pack

An unexpected crowd of boats challenges the captains to find new spots for bluefin.

Double Team

It's almost the midpoint of bluefin fishing season, so the clock is ticking; new alliances are built and battles continue in the race for a payday.

Wicked Waves

Stormy weather hits, and one captain brings in a payday that shakes up the leader board.

One for the Money

As the season reaches a turning point, a change in the quota forces boats to push their limits, creating tension on the water.

Blood in the Water

It's a game changer going into week 10 of bluefin season when the quota drops from three fish to one fish per day, making the pressure mount; the quota also makes fishing far offshore a gamble because of the travel time and extra fuel costs.

Thick as Thieves

Mechanical troubles plague the Falcon and a new boat of young fishermen joins the fleet.

The Sherman Tank

The captain must decide whether to risk making their way further out to sea 170 miles away from Gloucester, Mass., where the fish promise to be big.

Coming for the Crown

Capt. Dave Carraro commands the top-earning boat on the leader board, but nothing will stop the rest of the captains from pushing against all odds to take down the king.

Pulling Out All the Stops

With the untimely death of Pinwheel first mate Nicholas "Duffy" Fudge, defending champion Capt. Tyler McLaughlin questions whether he will be able to defend his title.