💀Wicked Tuna Season 14: Cancelled 💀
“Wicked Tuna” Casts Its Final Line After 13 Seasons 🎣⚓
After more than a decade of thrilling bluefin tuna chases and salty banter on the high seas, Wicked Tuna is officially sailing into the sunset. 🌅
National Geographic confirmed that the hit reality series, which followed the fierce competition among fishermen in Gloucester, Massachusetts, has been cancelled after 13 seasons. Season 14 is officially not happening, marking the end of an era for one of the network’s most beloved shows. 🛥️💙
In a statement shared with Releases TV, National Geographic said:
“After 13 seasons on the high seas and more than 200 incredible episodes, the long-running series Wicked Tuna has concluded its run on National Geographic. It has been an incredible journey together and there are only two words that seem to fit the moment: Thank You.”
A Decade of High-Stakes Fishing 🐟
First premiering in 2012, Wicked Tuna became a staple for reality TV fans who were drawn to the intense, real-world competition among New England’s finest fishermen. Set against the backdrop of the historic port of Gloucester, Massachusetts, the show documented the adventures of crews battling to haul in the highly lucrative bluefin tuna. Using only rod and reel, these “salty fishermen from the nation’s oldest seaport” made their living “one catch at a time,” often facing perilous conditions and tight deadlines as they chased the prize that could make or break their season.
Over the years, viewers became invested not just in the epic battles between man and fish but also in the camaraderie, rivalries, and colorful personalities aboard the vessels. From the iconic “Pinwheel” and “Hot Tuna” to “FV-Tuna.com,” these boats and their crews carved out a place in reality TV history. 🌊
Spinoffs and Success Beyond Gloucester 🐠
The success of Wicked Tuna even spawned a spinoff series, Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks, which aired from 2014 to 2021. The spinoff transported the competition from the chilly waters of New England down to North Carolina, where the stakes were just as high, and the fish just as formidable.
With eight seasons under its belt, Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks further expanded the show’s universe, offering fans more of the high-stakes drama they craved in a different setting.
A Bittersweet Farewell For Fans 🎬
As the curtain closes on Wicked Tuna, it leaves behind a legacy as one of National Geographic’s longest-running and most successful reality series. The show offered an authentic glimpse into the lives of commercial fishermen, whose hard work, grit, and determination were captured in every episode. For the fans who tuned in season after season, the news of its cancellation marks the end of a journey that began over a decade ago, as they cheered on their favorite captains through rough seas and fierce competition.
While it’s sad for fans to see the series conclude, the memories of epic tuna battles, the unforgettable personalities, and the dramatic moments on the high seas will endure. And as National Geographic put it so simply: Thank you.
What Was Your Favorite Wicked Tuna Moment? 🛥️
With Wicked Tuna now retired, what moment, catch, or crew will you remember most? Did a specific season stand out to you, or was there a captain you rooted for through thick and thin? Share your thoughts and favorite memories below! 🎣🌊
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About Wicked Tuna TV Series
Filmed on location in Gloucester, Massachusetts, and the surrounding waters, Wicked Tuna follows a group of salty fishermen from the nation's oldest seaport as they make their living the way it's been done for centuries - rod and reel fishing, one catch at a time - all in pursuit of the bluefin tuna. The series gives viewers an in-depth look at the intense battles, fierce competition, crushing losses and major paydays of the country's toughest captains. For commercial fishermen, the directive is simple: Catch a fish or go home without a paycheck.
First episode date: April 1, 2012
Network: National Geographic Channel
Show type: Fishing, Reality
Status: Cancelled
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