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The Worst Episodes of Wicked Tuna

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Worst episode
S1E2 Payback's a Fish
7.022 votes
Best episode
S7E16 Fight To the Finish
8.810 votes
Top season
Season 7
8.4avg
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1d 5h
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Wicked Tuna Season 1 Episode 2 - Payback's a Fish
    7.0/10(22 votes)

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 2 - Back in the Game
    6.4/10(8 votes)

    S10:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 2 - Go Fish
    7.0/10(17 votes)

    S2:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 5 - Tuna Master
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    S10:E5

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Wicked Tuna Season 9 Episode 2 - War on the Water
    6.4/10(7 votes)

    S9:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Wicked Tuna Season 9 Episode 1 - The Enemy Among Us
    6.9/10(12 votes)

    S9:E1

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Wicked Tuna Season 1 Episode 9 - Pirate Problems
    7.1/10(17 votes)

    S1:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 4 - Best Laid Plans
    6.2/10(5 votes)

    S10:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 12 - Uncharted Territory
    7.1/10(14 votes)

    S2:E12

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 15 - Endgame
    7.1/10(13 votes)

    S2:E15

    The second season ends with a storm brewing as the crews battle to finish on top.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 9 - Meltdown
    7.2/10(15 votes)

    S2:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 3 - Bank on It
    6.6/10(5 votes)

    S10:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Wicked Tuna Season 9 Episode 3 - Band of Brothers
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    S9:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 3 - The Numbers War
    7.3/10(15 votes)

    S2:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
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  15. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 8 - Hell on the High Seas
    7.3/10(15 votes)

    S2:E8

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 13 - Twice Bitten
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    S2:E13

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

    Director:Unknown
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  17. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 14 - Money on the Line
    7.3/10(14 votes)

    S2:E14

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. Wicked Tuna Season 9 Episode 4 - Follow the Leaders
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    S9:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Wicked Tuna Season 1 Episode 3 - Weekend Warriors
    7.4/10(19 votes)

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 7 - Payday Baby
    6.8/10(5 votes)

    S10:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Wicked Tuna Season 10 Episode 9 - Can't Stop, Won't Stop
    6.8/10(5 votes)

    S10:E9

    No description available

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Wicked Tuna Season 3 Episode 14 - The Mighty Bite
    7.3/10(12 votes)

    S3:E14

    A streak of good fishing puts Paul Hebert in the running for second place along with TJ Ott and Dave Marciano. Later, Dave Carraro worries his lead might be compromised by the actions of another boat.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Wicked Tuna Season 1 Episode 1 - The Bite Is On
    7.5/10(27 votes)

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 1 - Back in the Hunt
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    S2:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Wicked Tuna Season 2 Episode 6 - Sweet Smell of Revenge
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    S2:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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Worst Episodes Summary

"Payback's a Fish" is the worst rated episode of Wicked Tuna. It scored 7.0/10 from 22 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on April 8, 2012.

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