Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks Showdown
New England anglers head south to the Outer Banks of North Carolina for the winter bluefin tuna season. Whlie there, they face multiple challenges, including harsh weather and a new set of competing fishermen with their own southern charms and tactics. They compete against each other, large conglomerates and the fish themselves to make ends meet.
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Ep 1Northern Invasion
Northern champions face their Southern rivals in the hunt for bluefin tuna during the Outer Banks winter, where only the strong survive.
Ep 2Danger Zone
As the Northern fleet looks to bounce back from their slow start, the Reel E. Bugging takes a huge risk in an effort to grab the early season lead.
Ep 3Perfect Storm
Northern boat, Pinwheel, risks their lives and their boat on the advice of a Southern Captain in the hope of landing their first fish of the season.
Ep 4Fair Weather Fish
In a season of rough weather, there will be a few fishable days in a row and every Captain hopes to capitalize before the storm arrives.
Ep 5Will vs. Skill
With the Northern boats docked, the Southern fleet tries to get ahead. Meanwhile, Pinwheel contends with a potentially season-ending malfunction.
Ep 6Turnaround Tunas
The Gloucester champions take advantage of good weather, strategizing to find big bites, and gain ground against the tough Southern competition.
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