It’s opening day of the Gloucester bluefin season, and the captains face new challenges and navigate uncertain waters due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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

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

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

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

As the season heats up, young newcomers Time Flies fights to catch bluefin and prove they have what it takes to keep up with the rest of the fleet.

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.

Rough seas, high winds and fast tides make for tough fishing, but when captains help each other, the bluefins start biting.

Hot Tuna gets help from Bad Fish to help increase profits by catching Bluefin for their family business and move out of the middle of the pack.

Everyone is desperate for a paycheck as the warm summer water creates a lull in fishing like never before, and keeping the fleet on the hunt.

Captain Dave Marciano defies the fleet by fishing in a secret location on his own, alienating him from the others but helping his boat stay on top.

The buyer breaks wreak havoc on fishermen’s strategies and five-time champion Captain Dave Carraro suffers the longest cold streak of his career.

With the quota running out and the end in sight, the captains race to catch monster high quality bluefin but they can’t control what bites the hook.

The fleet tries to capitalize on Wicked Pissah's time off the water after a mechanical issue, and Hard Merchandise improvises to fix the boat. 

As time runs out, the Hard Merchandise fights to hold onto the top spot while the Wicked Pissah follows hot on their heels.