The Last Captains
*The Last Captains* is a gripping documentary series immersing viewers in the remote archipelago of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It chronicles the lives of multi-generational fishing families as they wage a two-front war for survival. On the volatile North Atlantic, they undertake perilous voyages chasing the big catches that sustain their community. Back on shore, the 400 residents battle coastal erosion, economic pressures, and depopulation in a relentless fight to preserve their unique heritage against the forces of nature and time. A stunning, sobering portrait of resilience.
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Season 2
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E1
Bad Boom Rising
The snow crab and scallop opening days are hammered by a brutal winter gale.
May 5, 2026 -
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E2
Unclutch the Dogs
While families celebrate Easter on land, empty traps spark fears of theft at sea.
May 12, 2026 -
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E3
Running on Empty
Adam's nephew faces the dangers of the Gulf in the dark; Steven's sailors threaten his crab quota.
May 19, 2026 -
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E4
Lobster Crossfire
As the historic 150th Magdalen Islands lobster season begins, Steven crosses into northern waters.
May 26, 2026 -
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E5
The Next Gen
Rookie captain Tyson Scott's chance to beat his father's lobster totals is threatened.
Jun 2, 2026 -
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E6
The Long and Winding Rope
Captain Adam races a failing hauler to get Liam to his final exams; Kevin leaves his boat in a maze.
Jun 9, 2026 -
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E7
High Hauler Hope
Desperate to land a peak-price tuna, Adam hooks a leaping shark and an undersized fish instead.
Jun 16, 2026 -
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E8
Shifting Sands
Up nextDesperate for a hero's return, Adam endures a miserable halibut run to land a seasonsaving bluefin.
Upcoming Jun 23, 2026