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Follow crew members living and working aboard a 150’ mega-yacht as it undertakes a charter season in the Mediterranean. Providing unparalleled service to wealthy and uncompromising guests is made even more difficult as the team

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 16 - Stricken Nuggets
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Stricken Nuggets

    S10:E16

    An argument over a jet ski causes a major rift in the deck team. A long-held bromance is threatened. A heart-to-heart about commitment is interrupted and tempers flare in multiple directions.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 9 - This Is Un-Peasant
    4.3/10(17 votes)

    #2 - This Is Un-Peasant

    S10:E9

    A shocking hook-up divides the interior. During a day out at a beach club, sexual tension explodes in every direction. The charter guests insult the yacht crew. A deckhand puts a guest in a compromising situation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 12 - There's No Place Like Home
    4.6/10(88 votes)

    #3 - There's No Place Like Home

    S5:E12

    With Hannah’s back against the wall, Captain Sandy faces a difficult decision that could change the trajectory of The Wellington. Bugsy grapples with a new challenge, while Malia worries about Tom’s ability to navigate a chaotic first charter.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 13 - The Poo-petrator
    4.6/10(9 votes)

    #4 - The Poo-petrator

    S10:E13

    A blast from the past has one of the crew members desperate to reignite an old flame. New crew configurations cause resentments to blossom. A guest leaves an unwelcome surprise in the shower, setting off a mystery within the interior.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 6 Episode 18 - Reunion
    5.0/10(28 votes)

    #5 - Reunion

    S6:E18

    Andy Cohen sits down virtually with the "Below Deck Med" crew to discuss all the departures, workplace drama and romance this season.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 8 - French Kiss
    5.0/10(20 votes)

    #6 - French Kiss

    S10:E8

    The deck team comes under fire for being too lax on the job. The Primary gets in hot water with the women he's dating. A promotion on the interior leaves a stew feeling envious. An unexpected hook-up sends shockwaves through the crew.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 15 - Break-ups and Shake-ups
    5.0/10(7 votes)

    #7 - Break-ups and Shake-ups

    S10:E15

    A betrayal is revealed and awkwardness and confrontations follow. While a crew member is running out of time to get a second chance, a major breakup changes everything. The deck team struggles to work in the swell, which causes a huge blow up between two deckhands.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 22 - Reunion (2)
    5.1/10(36 votes)

    #8 - Reunion (2)

    S5:E22

    Andy rejoins the Valor crew to go deep discussing Ashton and Kate's terrifying fight, the dysfunctional crew dynamic, and Rhylee's frustrations with the deckhands.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 7 - Le Vie en Bros
    5.2/10(17 votes)

    #9 - Le Vie en Bros

    S10:E7

    A new crew member joins and whips the boat into shape; a bachelor charters the yacht along with his matchmaker in the hopes of finding love while at sea; a newly single crew member sends romantic possibilities spinning.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 5 - Let the Games Vegan
    5.3/10(19 votes)

    #10 - Let the Games Vegan

    S10:E5

    A massive changeover rocks the boat; a flirty love triangle starts to heat up; the chef struggles to cater to vegan guests with particular palates and complaints.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 6 - The Tempest
    5.3/10(17 votes)

    #11 - The Tempest

    S10:E6

    Bad weather rolls in suddenly and causes chaos; a crew member takes on a new role and shifts the group dynamic; romance heats up on board, prompting jealousy and a crew member initiates a tearful breakup.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 10 - Bowing Out
    5.3/10(17 votes)

    #12 - Bowing Out

    S10:E10

    The chef is tasked with preparing an unusual dish for dinner; the guests stay up late and cause damage around the boat during a night of fun, sending the deck team into a panic; some of the on-board romances heat up while others fizzle out.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 3 - Excess Baggage
    5.4/10(19 votes)

    #13 - Excess Baggage

    S10:E3

    A group of wealthy socialites keep the crew busy; the stews vie for attention from the guys; the deck team downfall continues as major mistakes cause chaos including a deckhand that floats out to sea on a jet ski.

    Director:Unknown
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  14. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 4 - Tough Divisions
    5.4/10(19 votes)

    #14 - Tough Divisions

    S10:E4

    A group of young, entitled guests continue to cause chaos for the crew. The chef pulls together an over-the-top eight-course tasting menu that totally rocks and when the primary demands a late-night swim, it lands him and the crew in murky waters. Two deckhands have become a liability and Capt. Sandy and Nathan must figure out what to do about it.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 21 - Reunion (1)
    5.5/10(34 votes)

    #15 - Reunion (1)

    S5:E21

    The cast gather online for the reunion; Hannah confronts Captain Sandy Yawn about why she doesn't trust her.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7 Episode 20 - Reunion
    5.5/10(26 votes)

    #16 - Reunion

    S7:E20

    The cast and crew get together to sit down with Andy Cohen to reflect on the highs and lows of their time below deck.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 11 - Crossing Lines
    5.5/10(15 votes)

    #17 - Crossing Lines

    S10:E11

    The Bosun makes a difficult choice that angers one of the deckhands. A romance that was getting serious starts to take a turn. A group of hot charter guests come aboard and one of the stews is smitten.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 12 - The Forbidden Kiss
    5.5/10(11 votes)

    #18 - The Forbidden Kiss

    S10:E12

    When a crew member has to leave the boat, a secret kiss happens that sends the entire crew into a spiral. The crew visits an elite sailing team and attends a flamenco show where major epiphanies occur. A surprise visitor comes aboard that could change everything.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 13 - Welcome Back
    5.6/10(54 votes)

    #19 - Welcome Back

    S5:E13

    Down a stew in the wake of Hannah’s departure, Bugsy fights to keep the interior afloat with a skeptical Jess by her side. Malia struggles to manage a frustrated deck team, while helping Tom navigate his first charter. Finally, the interior team is relieved when a new Second Stew arrives onboard.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 10 Episode 2 - Stingled Out
    5.7/10(21 votes)

    #20 - Stingled Out

    S10:E2

    The deck team struggles to find their footing, and big mistakes are made. A stew begins to flirt with all male crew members on board. The chef struggles to get a handle on eccentric guest requests. Tension between two deckhands escalates to a heated argument.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Episode 9 - This Boat's Not Big Enough for the Stew of Us
    5.8/10(28 votes)

    #21 - This Boat's Not Big Enough for the Stew of Us

    S9:E9

    After rough dockings, Capt. Sandy questions her bosun about safety concerns and trust. Romance and tension mix between a stew and a deckhand while another deckhand ends a relationship. A heated argument between two stews prompts Capt. Sandy to intervene on a most serious level.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Episode 10 - Regret Me Knot
    5.8/10(27 votes)

    #22 - Regret Me Knot

    S9:E10

    The stews face an ultimatum given by Capt. Sandy. Aesha implements a new laundry system. A deckhand's song about their romantic dilemma is overheard. During a day off, a deckhand apologizes as romance escalates.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Episode 3 - Drifting Standards
    5.9/10(25 votes)

    #23 - Drifting Standards

    S9:E3

    Capt. Sandy welcomes back a charter guest with high expectations. A deckhand and a guest drift too far away at sea, leaving Capt. Sandy questioning her bosun. As the yacht crew scrambles to address the guests' requests, the primary charter guest complains the food has not met their expectations.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 14 - Whole New Ballgame
    6.0/10(57 votes)

    #24 - Whole New Ballgame

    S5:E14

    Baseball legend Johnny Damon returns to charter in Ibiza, putting pressure on Tom to rectify the Damons’ poor experience with the food they were served last season. With Aesha onboard, Bugsy ups her expectations for the interior team. Meanwhile, Rob’s personal life begins to interfere with his work, and Jess notices some red flags with his behavior.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Below Deck Mediterranean Season 5 Episode 15 - Shot Through the Heart, and Ibiza's to Blame
    6.0/10(54 votes)

    #25 - Shot Through the Heart, and Ibiza's to Blame

    S5:E15

    Jess deals with a scary medical condition; Rob draws Malia's ire by continuing to underperform on deck.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Stricken Nuggets" is the worst rated episode of "Below Deck Mediterranean". It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/12/2026. This episode scored 4.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "This Is Un-Peasant".