Teams of tuna fisherman battle the elements, and each other, to catch the most Giant Bluefin Tuna.
Genre: Reality-TV
Cast:Dave Marciano , Rob Naughton , Dave Carraro , Timothy James Ott , Tyler Mclaughlin , Sandro Maniaci , Paul Hebert , Geordie Sousa , Jarrett Przybyszewski , Joe Marciano , Rick Schrafft , Angelica Marciano , Mike Ott , Marissa Mclaughlin , Jay Muenzner , Brad Krasowski , Tim Ott , Matt Mattson
Meet the fleet, as peak season begins and the adrenaline rush of "monstah" hunting hits Gloucester.
After going bust on his last trip and coming home empty-handed, Marciano of Hard Merchandise now wrestles with the trials of being a husband and father who has to be away from home so often.
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 weekend recreational boaters.
Meet Kevin and the Christina, a boat that gets its own real-life fish story when it snags an 1,100-pound "monstah" right out of the gate.
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!
Marciano, captain of Hard Merchandise, risks the elements to hook a giant bluefin and finds himself with boat trouble in the midst of the storm.
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!
With just two weeks left until the end of tuna fishing season, Bounty Hunter gains a new deckhand.
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.
As the final week of tuna fishing begins, the Hard Merchandise, the Bounty Hunter, the Tuna.Com and the Odysea steam out together, each captain vowing to catch the biggest tuna before the season ends.
The fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts head for open seas in hopes of catching the first fish of the Atlantic bluefin tuna season.
The fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts battle for the elusive and lucrative giant bluefin tuna, with harpooners going up against rod-and-reelers, and young anglers putting pressure on veteran teams.
The fishermen of Gloucester battle for prime fishing spots in their quest to catch the elusive and lucrative bluefin tuna.
For the tuna fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts it's tournament time, and, with a big cash prize up for grabs, the fight is on to catch the biggest bluefin.
The fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts face a dangerous foe when great white sharks swim into local waters.
The fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts, battle droves of bumbling amateur fishermen in their bid to catch lucrative Atlantic bluefin tuna.
A storm is racing towards the North Atlantic fishing grounds, but with time ticking away on the bluefin tuna season, the Gloucester captains have no choice but to head out to fish in the rough weather.
It is week eight of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna fishing season, and cracks are starting to show in the Gloucester fleet, with captains and crews pushing each other - and their boats - to the limit.
Tensions reach their breaking point amongst the Gloucester fleet as captains, mates and vessels fall apart.
It's a battle of wills on the North Atlantic, as two of Gloucester's top bluefin fishermen - friends-turned-foes - go head-to-head in a bid to out-fish each other.
With only four weeks left in the Atlantic bluefin season, two boats have the challenge of novice fishermen on board - and it could make or break their season.
The Atlantic bluefin are starting to migrate out of New England waters, so the Gloucester fleet races to find any edge they can, but will their risky new strategies pay off?
With only two weeks left in the North Atlantic bluefin tuna fishing season, just one fish is not enough for the Gloucester captains - and the lure of doubling their luck is overpowering.
Gloucester's reigning bluefin champion Dave Carraro, of FV-tuna.com, starts the last week of the fishing season with a $20,000 lead over New Hampshire rival, the Pin Wheel, but young skipper Tyler McLaughlin isn't going to give up without a fight.
With only three days left in the North Atlantic bluefin Tuna season, the captains of Gloucester race against each other - and an oncoming storm - in the battle to land their final fish of the season.
Take a look back at the best moments from the first two seasons of Wicked Tuna, featuring the fishermen of Gloucester, Mass. battling for supremacy as they pursue the elusive Atlantic Bluefin Tuna. These are the wildest catches and the biggest showdowns between rivals, setting the stage for an all-new third season that will see them clashing harder than ever.
Last season's leaders duke it out, while a captain from their past arrives, bent on eclipsing them.
Harpooner Captain Hollywood steams in, ready to show 'em how it's done in week two of the season.
As a storm rolls over Gloucester, some captains pack it in, while others bet against Mother Nature.
With the fishing migration of the elusive catch in an unpredictable state, some fisherman resort to espionage for information. While their tactics help them gather 'intel,' to bring them to the fish, their spying also reveals more about each other.
The turbulent waters have the boats going head-to-head, trying to out-muscle and outsmart their opponents. When old and new rivals clash on the high seas, the pressure is on each captain to land a fish before their adversary.
Charging into the heart of the season, The Hot Tuna has held the top spot since week one, putting a giant target on its back. Any one fish could be the ticket to push someone into the lead, but landing the next prize tuna is easier said than done.
It's almost halfway through the season and the Gloucester fleet has hit a lull. Desperation to pay his crew, and determination after falling out of first place drives Captain TJ Ott to steam 150 miles to Georges Bank to find the elusive fish.
Competition amongst the Gloucester fleet intensifies when tuna become scarce. It only takes one good day of fishing to reverse any boat's fortune and the captains hope to land a few more tuna before time runs out.
The captains are feeling the pressure to catch and several are trying new techniques to land Bluefin. With only six weeks left, out- of-the-box methods prove successful for some, while the boats who fail to change face disappointment.
Time is running out and every boat in the Gloucester fleet is facing a different challenge. Being a successful Bluefin fisherman demands true grit, and, when times are tough, it becomes clear who is a contender and who's a pretender.
The tuna fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts, know that they have to rely on each other to get the job done, but sometimes trusting the competition isn't such a good idea.
Scott is none too pleased with the Bounty Hunter's new first mate.
The quest for glory and need for money cause friendships to take a backseat. For some captains, the pressure pushes them to thrive, leaving others drowning in their wake.
With only two weeks left in the fishing season and the price of blue fin tuna on the rise, the captains race to bring in record hauls. While some captains hook lucrative scores, others face potentially season-ending challenges.
There is only one week left of fishing left in the North Atlantic Bluefin Tuna season and the Gloucester fleet is set for a final showdown in a bid to catch the last monster tuna of the year.
Captain Dave Marciano is desperately trying to maintain his precarious lead, but several run-ins with sharks and a fleet of fierce competitors are shaking things up.
It's the first day of the new bluefin tuna fishing season in Gloucester, Massachusetts, and every captain in the fleet wants to land the coveted first tuna of the year. Who will strike it lucky and who will strike out in the opening week of fishing?
The rivalry between captains Dave Carraro, of FV-Tuna.Com, and Tyler McLaughlin, of Pin Wheel, has been heated in the past, but Tyler's recent antics push Dave over the edge and he's determined to make sure Tyler learns a lesson. Meanwhile, TJ Ott and Dave Marciano are putting their new crewmembers to the test and hoping inexperience isn't going to cost them a big payday.
Following a fight at the dock at the end of the last fishing week, the bitter rivalry between captains Dave Carraro, of FV-Tuna.com, and Tyler McLaughlin, of Pin Wheel, is now re-ignited, with the two skippers going head-to-head for the number one spot. Meanwhile, on Hot Tuna, Mike Ott, the deckhand and younger brother of captain TJ Ott has one last chance to prove his worth and keep his job after making a string of rookie mistakes.
It's week four of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season and Captain Paul Herbert fights to put his first tuna of the season on deck. Captain Greg Chorebanian and first mate Greg Gibbs of the harpoon boat Kristiana steam into Gloucester on a mission: to take down rival Captain Hollywood.
It's week five of Gloucester's bluefin tuna fishing season, and when a sudden storm engulfs the fleet, each captain must decide if the risk of staying out on the water is worth the reward of catching more tuna.
It's week six of the North Atlantic bluefin fishing season and the Gloucester fleet's underdogs struggle to turn around their seasons, while a new deckhand hopes to prove his worth on FV-Tuna.com and a new team joins the competition.
It's week seven of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna fishing season and when the bite is on up north in Maine, the Gloucester captains must decide whether to steam to where the fish are biting or take their chances fishing inshore.
It's week eight of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season, the midway point of fishing where crews either knuckle down and push hard, or crumble from the grind. One Gloucester fisherman is faced with a dilemma - keep fishing or quit so he can spend more time with his wife and kids.
It's week nine of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season and Captain Paul Herbert, of Kelly Ann, struggles to prove his worth as a captain after catching only three tuna in the first two months of fishing.
The future of Captain Paul Hebert's tuna season hangs in the balance and Captain Tyler McLaughlin's aggressive behavior may cost him his one remaining mate. The FV-Tuna.com crew fights to hold onto their number one position. After hooking a shark, Captain Dave Marciano must dive under the boat to fix a problem. This is beleaguered boat Drama's final chance to catch their first bluefin, otherwise they'll have to call their season quits.
It's week 11 of the North Atlantic Bluefin tuna season, and bad luck, bait problems and big egos plague the Gloucester fleet. With only five weeks of fishing left before the season closes, an epic week of catching from one boat threatens to knock captain Dave Marciano, of Hard Merchandise, out of the top spot on the leaderboard.
It's week 12 of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season, and one captain's decision to withhold information fractures ties with an important ally.
It's week 13 of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season and, with only three weeks left to fish, and the number one position on the line, every Gloucester captain is desperate to stack the deck with bluefin and earn some final paychecks before the season closes.
It's week 14 of the Bluefin tuna season and with less than two weeks of fishing left, the top four Gloucester crews are locked in a tight race to be New England's best Bluefin boat.
With just days left in the fishing season, Captain Dave Carraro is desperate to land a few more fish and repeat last year's win.
Captain Dave Marciano is desperately trying to maintain his precarious lead, but several run-ins with sharks and a fleet of fierce competitors are shaking things up.
A new fishing season begins, and everyone is angling to bring in the first catch. Captain Dave Marciano is desperate to recover his finances after a bad season down south, while bitter rivals Captain Tyler McLaughlin and Captain Dave Carraro are out to take each other down while vying for the title. And a new boat in town, the Erin & Sarah, shakes up the standings and rattles the fleet.
Captain Paul Hebert triumphantly helms his own boat, the Wicked Pissah. TJ Ott and Dave Carraro bury the hatchet after a disagreement last season.
Captain Carraro's alliance with Captain Ott is put to the test. Captain Speeches heads to Maine. Things start to pick up for Captain Marciano.
FV-Tuna.com catches up to last season's champion, Hard Merchandise. Tensions amongst the crewmen on the Wicked Pissah reach a boiling point.
Marciano finds himself in front of Dave. On the Wicked Pissah, turmoil between Paul and his crew threatens to end it for all of them.
After his mates call it quits, Paul is forced to accept a helping hand from Dave, a person who is supposed to be his competition.
Paul's team tries again. Pete notices that Erin is not pulling her weight. Dave and Tyler argue, ending in someone breaking a golden rule in fishing.
At just past the halfway mark of the North Atlantic Bluefin tuna season some teams are working well together and killing it while others are floundering and on the verge of killing each other. Hard Merchandise leads the fleet with FV--Tuna trailing in its wake. Last place Captain Tyler McLaughlin of Pinwheel is determined to move up but his mates' class warfare could thwart his plan.
The Gloucester fleet captains all face a familiar decision: whether to take the long, high-risk journey to Georges Bank to increase their chances of a big bluefin haul - or possibly come home empty-handed. Who will test the deep waters of the legendary, far-off Georges Bank and who will play it safe?
After a massive haul offshore on Georges Bank last week, Captain Dave Carraro of FV-Tuna.com and Captain TJ Ott of Hot Tuna decide to double down and make the long trip again in hopes of another massive payday.However, Captain Dave Marciano chooses to keep Hard Merchandise inshore despite FV-Tuna.com's recent success that has put them back on top of the fleet.
When a violent storm rolls in, the Gloucester captains face a tough decision at a critical time: Do they fish ... or flee? Captains Dave Marciano of the Hard Merchandise and Dave Carraro of FV-Tuna.com both feel that braving the weather is a risk worth taking, as the rolling seas may well bring the bite to the surface. For Paul Hebert, of the Wicked Pissah, it is critical to stay on the water.
Last season�۪s champion Hard Merchandise has a precarious lead over persistent rival FV-Tuna.com., while Hot Tuna and Pinwheel battle forces beyond their control just to make a profit on the season. But it�۪s Wicked Pissah that has everyone looking across their bows, as Captain Paul Hebert leads his trusty mate Brad Krasowski in an unprecedented charge for the top.
With only three weeks left, the North Atlantic captains face more competition than ever as boats from all over head to Gloucester and battle for those last bluefin of the season. The bite is hot inshore, forcing captains into a turf war with the competition - and each other. Extra lines in the water make landing a tuna, not to mention a paycheck, the ultimate challenge for the fleet.
There is a narrow margin separating the top four boats and only two weeks left in the season. Captain Ott of Hot Tuna must come from behind to catch up, while Captain Marciano of Hard Merchandise just wants to hold on to his lead. Captain Carraro of FV-Tuna.com risks breaking his season-long catching streak, and Captain Paul Hebert of Wicked Pissah must bounce back if he wants to win.
In the last week of the Atlantic bluefin tuna season, the closest race in Wicked Tuna history is a tossup among four top contenders. It will all come down to the final catch! With high-value bluefin paying off at up to $16,000, the captains are all one fish away from victory or defeat. And one captain is desperate for a big score to get him back in the game.
It's opening week of the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season, and for the fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts, summer promises the chance for lucrative paydays. The first fish of the season can bring big money and bragging rights for the captain who lands it. Old rivals and a new competitor will battle for the No. 1 spot on the leaderboard. The race is on, and no one's going down without a fight.
The pressure is on for Captain Paul Hebert to land his first tuna. After the Wicked Pissah's great season last year, many attributed Paul's success to the skill of his first mate Brad Krasowski, now the captain of his own vessel and Paul's competition. As the other captains in the fleet choose sides, Paul vows to do everything he can to make a name for himself and prove his critics wrong.
It's a long-standing tradition in commercial fishing to treat other fishermen with respect, but not every captain plays by the rules. A good deed by Captain Tyler McLaughlin earns the Pinwheel some positive karma. Meanwhile, Captain Dave Carraro, frustrated with the FV-Tuna.com's dry spell, resorts to desperate measures. But what goes around comes around.
Regardless of whether a captain's crew is made up of family, friends, longtime partners or greenhorns - the quality of the mates can make or break a season. This year, regulations allow commercial bluefin fishermen to bring in up to five fish per trip, and one boat makes a historic haul that could change the outcome of the entire season.
After his mates succeed without him, Captain Dave Carraro finds himself questioning his own abilities, and lashing out at others as a result. He's desperate for an opportunity to redeem himself in the eyes of the fleet, his crew and, most of all, himself. And Captain Paul Hebert doubles down on his efforts to train his rookie mate, but his hardline methods could make matters worse.
It's the midpoint of the Atlantic bluefin tuna season, and the captains take stock of the season thus far. Captain Tyler McLaughlin knows he's within striking distance of the top spot and is determined to stay out as long as he needs to in order to best his rival, Captain Dave Carraro. Meanwhile, Captain Paul Hebert's tough teaching methods could cost him a mate and sink his chances this season.
The battle for first place in the fleet rages on, as two captains separate themselves from the pack, leaving a trail of cash-strapped competitors in their wake. Meanwhile, the competition turns desperate for some captains, who are feeling the pressure to land a paycheck. With just a few weeks left in the season, Gloucester's best fishermen need to turn their luck around or risk going home broke.
With just a few weeks left in the season, the Gloucester fleet knows that Captain Dave Carraro is a formidable opponent, and one captain conspires to get under Carraro's skin in the hopes of gaining a competitive advantage. The plot succeeds, and when Carraro opts to dock his boat for a few days, the other captains pounce on the chance to take the lead away from him.
A good mate can make or break a captain's season. 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. Meanwhile, Captain Dave Marciano of the Hard Merchandise and Captain Brad Krasowski of the Fish Hawk continue to trail behind the fleet and are desperate to catch bluefin and turn their luck around.
A treacherous storm descends on Gloucester, forcing captains to choose between risking their lives battling the elements or risking missing out on a catch. With just three weeks left in the season, the captains are feeling the pressure. But as conditions become dangerous, landing a fish is more challenging than ever. With great risk comes great reward, but which captains will be up to the test?
With two weeks left, Captains Dave Carraro and Tyler McLaughlin are locked in a battle for first place, and each is determined to come out on top.
It's a fight to the finish as the championship comes down to the final weigh-in.
It's opening day of the bluefin tuna season, and the first fish of the season can bring big money. With a huge payday at stake, every captain is fighting to land a tuna. Captains TJ Ott and Brad Krasowski are out to redeem themselves after a disappointing season last year; with their reputations on the line, the pressure is on to put meat on deck. And Captain Dave Marciano welcomes a new crew member - his oldest daughter, Angelica.
For six years, defending champion Captain Dave Carraro has brought in more tuna than any other skipper in the fleet. But without his first fish of the season, Captain Dave and his crew are falling behind in the standings, and the other captains in the fleet are ready to take advantage. Captain Tyler McLaughlin tries his luck fishing off of an underwater shipwreck.
The Hard Merchandise is the only boat that has yet to land a fish, and Captain Dave Marciano is feeling the pressure. Desperate to provide for his family, the burden weighs heavily on Marciano to land his first tuna and bring home a paycheck. Meanwhile, Captain TJ Ott welcomes his father and 10-year-old nephew aboard, hoping the additional family members will give the Hot Tuna the boost it needs to keep landing fish.
When inexperienced fishermen, better known as "googans," crowd the water, the fleet has to fight through additional obstacles in order to earn a paycheck. As the googans create chaos with their carelessness, some commercial boats will manage to land fish against the odds while others will go home empty-handed. And one captain will score the biggest payday so far this season, but not without a fight.
The captains team up to double their chances of catching fish, but forming an alliance with a competitor proves to be risky.
The alliances within the fleet begin to prosper - or fall apart. Captains Tyler McLaughlin and Brad Krasowski have a successful partnership that's keeping their boats on top. Things aren't as smooth for Captains TJ Ott and Paul Hebert, as Ott's tendency to overshare information has Hebert giving Ott the silent treatment. And the alliance between Captains Dave Marciano and Dave Carraro is in jeopardy when the Hard Merchandise suffers a breakdown.
Defending champion Captain Dave Carrao and his crew take the lead for the first time this season.
Before and after a storm, bluefin tuna go on a feeding frenzy, so for boat captains willing to take the risk of going out on the water, the rewards can be great. The Hot Tuna's captain, TJ Ott, was cautious last year, sitting out the bad weather at the dock while other boats caught fish and moved up in earnings. This week the competition is close, with only a few hundred dollars separating the top contenders, and no one wants to miss a chance at taking the top spot.
The weeks of fishing take their toll on the fleet. Paul, feeling frustrated after a disappointing week, takes his anger out on Rick.
Fishing for bluefin tuna is complicated, and teamwork is essential to success. On the FV-Tuna.com, Captain Dave Carraro and his crew are a well-oiled machine that works together to land fish. But over on the Wicked Pissah, Captain Paul Hebert's negative attitude and patronizing tone have soured his relationship with his mate, Rick. And on the Pinwheel, Captain Tyler McLaughlin is forced to fish solo after his mate doesn't show up for work.
After a few solid weeks of fishing, Captain Dave Carraro of the FV-Tuna.com is feeling confident about his chances of taking the top spot again. But Captain Brad Krasowski of the Fish Hawk, who finished at the bottom of the leaderboard last year, is on a hot streak and is ready to make good on his promise to go from "worst to first." Meanwhile, Captain Tyler McLaughlin of the Pinwheel tries to repair his relationship with his mate.
Coming into week 12, the FV-Tuna.com and Fish Hawk have been on a tear, pulling away from the rest of the fleet. The Pinwheel, Hot Tuna, Wicked Pissah and Hard Merchandise are trying to keep their heads above water. The Wicked Pissah and Hard Merchandise need to step up their game in order to compete with the rest of the fleet. Captain Dave Marciano could finally reach his breaking point - which objects will go flying this week?
With three weeks left in the fishing season, the competition intensifies. It has been five seasons since Captain Tyler McLaughlin has claimed the top spot, and he is determined to fish as hard as possible in order to finish in first place. But Captain Brad Krasowski has emerged as a real contender and has the other captains nervous. Meanwhile, Captain Dave Marciano tries to turn his bad luck around and salvage his season.
The FV-Tuna.com has been the top-earning boat in the fleet for the past two years. Dave Carraro is confident his team can finish out the season strong, but the rest of the fleet is in hot pursuit. Tyler McLaughlin knows that he needs to turn every single hookup into a catch in order to take the lead away from Carraro. And Brad Krasowski is just one big catch away from completing his "worst to first" comeback over last year's performance.
With only one week left in bluefin season, the fleet competes for final paychecks and the championship. Longtime champion FV-Tuna.com and rival boat Pinwheel are forced off the water by illness and injury, and having the two top contenders out of the race is a game-changer for the fleet, pushing everyone to go for broke to score an upset and become Gloucester's top-earning boat.
With less than four days left in the North Atlantic bluefin tuna season, the fleet races to claim the title of Gloucester's top-earning bluefin boat. But with two top contenders, last season's champion Captain Dave Carraro of the FV-Tuna.com and previous top-earner Captain Tyler McLaughlin of the Pinwheel, potentially sidelined, the field is wide open and it will all come down to the last fish.
As Wicked Tuna celebrates 100 episodes on the air, we take a look back at the greatest moments in the show's seven seasons.
It's opening day of the bluefin tuna season, and every captain wants to be the one to bring in the lucrative first fish.
The second week of bluefin tuna fishing shines a light on the mates in the fleet as a familiar boat enters the competition.
When a familiar face returns to Gloucester to compete for the title of top bluefin fisherman, the fleet isn't very welcoming. And for one fisherman, the ocean just isn't big enough for the two of them.
When the fishing heats up, the fleet gets a stark reminder that their fate is in the hands of the tuna gods.
Captain Dave Marciano's nephew and first mate Jay brings a shot of energy to the Falcon.
The captains are challenged when a large group of boats shows up for the weekend. Hot Tuna must decide whether to risk leaving a familiar bluefin hot spot in order to climb the leaderboard. Meanwhile, FV-Tuna.com's and Pinwheel's determination to be No. 1 in a tight race to the top forces the fleet to prove they can steer in the right direction to catch bluefin and stand out from the crowd.
With the pressure mounting to land a fish, the captains form alliances to better their chances of putting meat on deck.
When Mother Nature flips her switch, the fish will bite, but at what cost?
As the season reaches a turning point, a change in the quota forces boats to push their limits, creating tension on the water.
The smaller quota of one bluefin tuna per day adds mounting pressure, as the captains must put meat on deck each day to stay competitive.
Capt. Tyler McLaughlin feels the pressure to stay ahead of Capt. Dave Carraro, but a new boat of friendly faces joins the fleet; mechanical troubles plague the Falcon.
The captains 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.
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.
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.
Time is up. The pressure explodes as the battle for the championship turns into a three-horse race and non-contenders struggle for final paychecks.
The Gloucester elite get challenged by new fishermen. Captain Bob Cook and his crew on Fat Tuna vow to dethrone reigning champion Dave Carraro on FV-Tuna.Com. Tyler on Pinwheel faces off with Krakens Captain Sam Law, while Hot Tuna is the target of Wasabi co-captains Zack Plante and Charlie Boivin.
With Outsider crews getting together to put pressure on the original Gloucester veterans, the veterans look to their old tried and true methods, and experience, to stay ahead of the upstarts.
Spooked by the sudden success of the new captains, the Gloucester veterans put their differences aside and work together to make sure a veteran boat comes out on top this season. While these unlikely alliances may just be the spark everyone needs, a spark between Captain T.J. Ott of the Hot Tuna and Marissa McLaughlin of the Pinwheel catches the attention of the fleet.
Tensions run high with a new limited quota, and the competition gets personal for two rivals, as the pressure builds to catch tuna for a payday.
With several family legacies going back generations, fishing is personal for the Gloucester captains. And as the competition between the OGs and the tourists heats up, Gloucester captains rely on family ties. Two captains share a bond as one faces the loss of his father while another grieves. Meanwhile, three generations fish together on one boat in an epic battle for bluefin.
The Gloucester captains usually dominate the catch with their local knowledge, but find their favourite spots invaded by tourist boats. With more commercial boats on the water and a small quota getting filled up, the need to find prime fishing becomes more vital, especially with the new captains challenging them for top spot.
Dave Carraro lets the fleet know that the buyers are considering shutting down the buying. With the blue fin markets being over saturated, due to so many fish being brought in too quickly, every captain comes under more pressure because their next fish could be their last.
The blue fin market is set to close down in 48 hours. This raises the pressure, and tensions among the captains run high. Dave Marciano finally hooks one, names it "the reverse the curse fish", and a happy crew head for port. Since it is a quality fish they manage to get a good price.
Although the market is closed, Dave Marciano assists Molly Lutcavage from the Large Pelagics Research Centre, to catch and tag tuna for future stock management. The market opens and the fleet heads out to sea. Returning to port they find the market hasn't fully recovered, and poor payouts are received.
The Mates step up their efforts. Jarrett surprises TJ with the news that he is getting engaged. Fat Tuna tries some kite fishing, scoring a tuna for their efforts, and being a heavy, high quality fish they get a good price. FV Tuna.Com hooks up but looses it at the last minute, and on Falcon Joe Marciano gets his first Halibut.
Extremely rough weather is the order of the day, and the high seas are forcing the captains to make harsh decisions. The question is whether they should take risks to catch fish, or take the safe option and head back to port.
Good luck charms are brought in to assist the catch. Tyler McLaughlin, Captain of the Pinwheel, gives out lucky pineapples to the Gloucester boats. The outsiders have their own superstitions. Everyone hopes for good luck and big catches.
Time is running out and Hot Tunas lead position is in the newcomers cross hairs. Big catches by Wasabi and Fat Tuna keeps the pressure on the fleet. Pinwheel struggles to catch up to rival, Kraken, as the end of the season looms.
As the season draws to a close, the captains are going all out for what could be their last blue fin. This leads to raised tensions between the Pinwheel and the Kraken which has the potential to become an all out war for the crews..
Over the season, the fleet has had to deal with extreme weather, monster blue fin and uncertain profits. Now its nearing the end, and it is an all out battle with captains fighting to land their last fish, and maybe the top spot.
The corona virus pandemic adds unprecedented challenges to the blue fin season, and the crews are going to be pushed to the limit to make a living in a globally depressed economy.
One veteran captain hits his stride, and the fleet faces low demand in an uncertain market.
Fishing conditions and sales continue to be a daily struggle, especially with the buyers closing for two days at a time. Most skippers get a little luck off Stellwagen Bank.
Although some crews are still struggling for a payday, most firmly believe that sticking to proven methods, and re-trying previous years hot spots is the only way to keep going.
Its a mixed bag of wins and losses, but at the end of the day, the many years of experience of one of the old timers puts him into the top spot.
With buying low and costs high, some Captains elect to steam a little further in the hopes of a large quality fish, while most of the fleet stays close to base and try for fish on Stellwagen Bank.
All eyes are set on the Wicked Pissah. Paul reveals what motivates his team this year, not in the least the build of his new vessel. The new quota stabilizes the market and the growing demand for tuna pushes the prices to better days
Due to summer stormy weather the Captains are put to the test to stay out there. Since they have 3 day fishing week, they can't afford to stay at the docks for safety measures. They have to put it all out to make a much needed paycheck
With the season still up and down in terms of prices, the crew adopt a can't stop, won't stop attitude despite pressure from the recreational fisherman while fishing closer to the shore.
In one of the most difficult seasons in the history of Wicked Tuna, making a paycheck is more important than ever. Hopefully, the next generation of Tuna fishermen will add to the Tuna count.
Hot Tuna gets help from the other family boat, the Bad Fish. They hope to increase profits by catching bluefin for their family business and move out of the middle of the pack.
For years Dave Marciano has assisted with the Wounded Warriors Project, and this year persuades the other Captains to put work aside for a day, and take a crew of wounded veterans out to catch tuna fish.
When the water temperature rises, the bluefin tends to spread around. But now there nowhere to be found. There only three days left to earn a paycheck so everyone is digging into their honeyspots.
The fishing slows right down, with bites few and far between. This results in many different reactions ranging from begging and despair, through anger and annoyance, to outright joy when one is landed.
One of the Captains keeps fishing in a secret location, which does nothing for his popularity with the other Captains, but it does give him a chance to get his boat to the top of the board.
The buyer breaks are wreaking havoc with the crews fishing strategies, and Dave Carraro suffers his longest ever cold streak, in his entire fishing career.
As the quota starts to get filled, tensions rise amongst the crews that are still trying to make their mark on the pack, and crews are looking for bigger, higher financial return fish
The fleet tries to catch up on fish, when Wicked Pissah is docked due to mechanical issues. Hard Merchandise improvises makeshift repairs
Time is running out, and the Hard Merchandise is fighting to hold onto the top spot, as the Wicked Pissah crew fights back after their time off the water.
The quota is almost full, and all eyes are on the top two boats, while the remainder of the fleet are just searching to make a final paycheck before the end of the season.
Bluefin season in Gloucester opens and the fleet begins to make preparations for a bounce back, after last year's low prices and health problems
Pinwheel fights to stay ahead after a mechanical issue. Dot Com takes an unusual gamble and chases the bite, while the rest of the fleet battle to get ahead.
Hard Merchandise wants a win after second place last season, while Fat Tuna battles to take the top spot away from Pinwheel. Wicked Pissah, is still trying to get their first fish.
TJ must take his beloved Reba to the ER after a health setback. The fleet rallies around the Ott clan as Tim Sr., Mike and Jarrett take the boat to Chatham in an effort to find fish.
Its another attempt buy all the crews to make it to the top spot on the leader board.
While some crews are making headway, Dave and his crew are still battling the odds, with problem after problem, but with perseverance, the boat crew finally brings in a massive tuna.
Frustrations are at their height on the Wicked Pissah, leading to much speculation amongst the other crews. With half the season already over and only one fish on board the Wicked Pissah, conditions are right for a major blowout.
It is a challenging season and the two man team on the Pinwheel are pushed to their limits fighting a monster Bluefin
While some of the Captains are having their best season to date, for others their fate is in the hands of the Tuna Gods, regardless of their efforts and drive to succeed.
The father figures on Hard Merchandise and Moonshine use their years of knowledge to pass Time Flies and Dot Com.
Hot Tuna takes a risk in order to help their family business while TJ struggles with his hardest season yet.
After missing several trips on the boat with his boys due to illness, Dave returns the the Hard Merch to reclaim his position as Captain.
Finally getting back in the game, Captain Paul makes an unsuccessful solo trip, and calls in a former mate in the hopes of salvaging is season.
A storm is coming and every crew races to make good use of the time before it arrives and some may take more risks than others to achieve a catch.
Four Captains are in the running for the top spot, while some of the others are fighting just to make a paycheck.
It is getting down to the wire and there is no time to waste for any of the crews.
It is the season finale and while all the Captains fight for a final paycheck, only four boats have a chance of claiming the top position.
