"Extreme Catch" does no really do this four month expedition to catch the season’s goal of 45-ton Spanish mackerel any justice....
Traveling outside the States? You can watch "Extreme Catch" from anywhere with a VPN.
It takes place in waters aka "Cape Carnage" off the coast of Australia (read on to the FAQs to find out exactly where) renowned for strong tides, severe weather and rough seas.
Experienced captain Bruce Davey, his wife Juanita and son Tiger (plus other family members) and the crew of the Wildcard struggle with the conditions, mechanical breakdowns and personal trauma to land this haul.
But will they do it? Only one way to find out?
Here's everything you need to watch "Extreme Catch" online – from wherever you are.
Watch 'Extreme Catch' from anywhere
How to watch 'Extreme Catch' from anywhere with a VPN
If you're not at home in the U.S. when "Extreme Catch" streams, you can still tune in via a virtual private network, or VPN. A VPN makes it appear that you're surfing the web from your home location — meaning that you can access the streaming services you already pay for. It's totally legal and easy to do.
We've tested many different VPN services and our favorite is NordVPN; it offers superb speeds, excellent customer service and a no-questions-asked 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it out first to see if it's right for you. But you've got other VPN options too, so check out our full list of the best VPN services.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select U.S. from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to your Hulu account and stream "Extreme Catch" online from wherever you happen to be.
'Extreme Catch' - Streams around the world
How to watch 'Extreme Catch' in the U.S. without cable
"Extreme Catch" premieres on National Geographic on Sunday, March 1 at 9 p.m. ET. It also streams on Disney+ and Hulu on Wednesday, April 1.
Don't have cable and want to tune in to future Nat Geo shows? If you've cut the cord, try Sling TV. The Sling Blue package costs from $40 per month and comes with more than 30 channels including National Geographic. Best of all, Sling is offering 50% off the first month.
Fubo is another option. A Pro Plan costs $75 per month but gives you 121 channels, including National Geographic.
"Extreme Catch" also streams on Disney+ and Hulu from Wednesday, April 1.
Traveling outside the U.S.? You can always use a VPN – we recommend NordVPN – to watch Sling and Fubo from anywhere on the planet.
Can I watch 'Extreme Catch' in Canada?
"Extreme Catch" is available to stream on demand on National Geographic via Spectrum TV in Canada and we would also expect it to stream on Disney Plus at a later date.
Don't forget: U.S. nationals visiting the Great White North who want to use their domestic streamer can use a good VPN.
Can I watch 'Extreme Catch' in the U.K.?
At the time of writing there is no broadcast date for "Extreme Catch" on National Geographic in the U.K. but if that changes you'll read about it here first. We'd also expect it to stream on Disney Plus at a later date.
You'll find NatGeo on Sky (channel 129), Virgin Media (channel 266), BT (channel 317) and TalkTalk (channel 317).
Don't forget: U.S. nationals visiting the U.K. who don't want to wait that long can use a good VPN to access their usual streaming services from abroad.
Can I watch 'Extreme Catch' in Australia?
As with the U.K., there is no broadcast date for "Extreme Catch" in Australia at the time of writing but it is most likely to end up on Disney Plus in April 2026. A Disney Plus subscription costs from $13.99 per month or $139.99 annually.
However, if you are Down Under for work or on vacation, don't despair. You only need a VPN to access your usual provider back home and catch the show.
'Extreme Catch' - Episode guide
Season 01 Episode 01 – "A Stormy Start": The Wildcard crew sets out to target 45 tons of Spanish mackerel over a grueling four-month season
S01 E02 – "Shark Invasion": – After a big first haul, the crew returns with 10 tons, but sharks and other hazards complicate life at sea.
S01 E03 – "The Wildcard Erupts" – The team breaks a losing streak by exceeding weekly targets — but the ocean remains unpredictable
S01 E04 – "Bruce’s Big Gamble" – Captain Bruce makes a risky decision that could change the crew’s season — for better or worse.
S01 E05 – "The Plan Is Carnage" – After a record haul, the crew faces mounting challenges and dangerous conditions.
S01 E06 – "Tragedy for Captain Bruce" – A personal crisis strikes when Captain Bruce learns his mother has suffered a stroke.
S01 E07 – "Lost a Sea" – Juanita goes missing at Cape Carnage, Bruce disembarks, and Tiger's plan backfires.
S01 E08 – "Making Big Money" – The Wildcard pushes hard to hit its target. A return to Cape Carnage results in an injury.
S01 E09 – "New Blood in the Diary" – The Wildcard battles sharks, a giant crocodile, chronic injury, arguments and persistent fog.
S01 E10 – "The Final Assault" – The Wildcard crew are 2.1 tonnes short as they fight for their last chance at a killer catch.
What to know about 'Extreme Catch'
Where exactly is "Cape Carnage"?
It is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Carpentaria off north-west Queensland, Australia. The nearest big city is Darwin 700km away.
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