Below Deck Season 7 Episode 1 Man Down!
- TV-14
- October 7, 2019
- 43 min
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7.3 (36)
Set on luxurious yachts, Below Deck is an American reality television series that follows the lives of the crew and their guests who come onboard for a luxurious sailing experience. The highly anticipated premiere of the seventh season of Below Deck sees Captain Lee Rosbach and his team of crew members onboard the beautiful yacht 'Valor' as they set sail in Thailand's crystal clear waters.
The first episode of the season, titled 'Man Down!', showcases the journey of newly recruited crew members as they try to settle into their roles and deal with the pressure of working together. This season brings back Courtney Skippon, Kate Chastain, and Captain Lee Rosbach, along with new faces Ashton Pienaar, Brian de Saint Pern, Rhylee Gerber, Kevin Dobson, and Simone Mashile.
The episode begins with the team arrivals in Thailand, where they are assigned their rooms and start to unpack. Captain Lee Rosbach gives the crew a pep talk, stressing on the importance of professionalism and teamwork, and setting high expectations for his crew. As the yacht prepares to set sail, the excitement of the crew is palpable, but tensions start to rise as they encounter their first challenge.
The new deckhand, Abbi Murphy, is seen struggling to cope with the challenging demands of the job, and tensions rise between her and her fellow deckhands who feel they are tasked with picking up her slack. Abbi is not the only new crew member struggling to fit in as chef Kevin Dobson is seen grappling with the unfamiliarities of cooking for an extraordinarily high-maintenance charter guest, demanding meals that are not on the menu.
As the tensions on board continue to escalate, Ashton Pienaar, the yacht's bosun, starts to feel the pressure as he deals with the demanding expectations of his superiors and his inability to get Abbi to keep up with the demands of the job. The crew starts to worry as Ashton appears to be affected by the stressful situation and they come together to support him.
As the crew prepares for the arrival of their first charter guest, things take a turn for the worse when Ashton falls overboard while trying to untangle some ropes during the boat's deck cleaning process. The crew rushes to his aid, with captain Lee reminding them to stay calm and work together in a high-pressure situation.
The next episode promises to be filled with drama as the charter guests arrive and the crew is tasked with providing them with the luxurious experience they paid for. The crew's professionalism and teamwork are tested as they deal with difficult charter guests, tight deadlines, and high stakes.
In conclusion, Below Deck season 7's episode 1 is an action-packed and adrenaline-fueled episode that sets the tone for the season. The episode plays on the crew's unique personalities and high-stress situations, giving viewers an inside look into the challenges of working on a luxury yacht. From tense moments during deckhand operations to dirty drama between chefs, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show and newcomers alike.