Swamp Pawn

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  • 2013
  • 3 Seasons
  • 8.2  (99)

Swamp Pawn is an American reality television series that premiered on CMT in 2013. The show is a spin-off of the popular series, Cajun Pawn Stars, and follows the daily operations of Rick Phillips, his daughter Tammy, and their crew at Phillips Swamp Seafood in Bayou Pigeon, Louisiana. The series showcases the unique items that are brought into the pawn shop and the sometimes bizarre and entertaining customers who come to buy, sell, or trade.

The show is split into several segments, each of which features a different aspect of life in the Bayou. One of the primary components is the pawn shop itself, where the Phillips family and their employees haggle over a wide variety of items, from boats and cars to alligators and snakes. In one episode, for example, a man tries to sell a homemade swamp buggy with a Chevy V-8 engine, while in another, a customer brings in a collection of vintage fishing lures he inherited from his grandfather.

Another major segment of the show focuses on the local hunting and fishing culture. The Phillips family are avid outdoorsmen, and they often embark on hunting and fishing expeditions themselves. They also interact with local hunters and fishermen who bring in their fresh catch or hunting equipment to trade for cash. These segments showcase the beauty of the Bayou, as well as the deeply rooted connection between the people who live there and the natural world around them.

One of the most entertaining aspects of Swamp Pawn is the colorful cast of characters that the viewers are introduced to. Many of the customers who come into the pawn shop are full of personality and have stories to tell, which makes for some entertaining moments. In one episode, a man tries to trade a shotgun for an alligator, while in another, a man tries to pawn a prosthetic leg. Throughout the series, the Phillips family and their employees demonstrate a remarkable amount of patience and good humor in dealing with sometimes difficult and eccentric customers.

The show also highlights the importance of family and community in the Bayou. Rick Phillips operates his pawn shop with the help of his daughter Tammy and his nephew Clint, and the three of them share a strong bond that is apparent on-screen. The family values evident in the show also extend to the community as a whole. The Phillips family and their employees are shown engaging in various community events, such as a crawfish boil or a charity bass-fishing tournament, which demonstrates their commitment to giving back and being a part of the local community.

Overall, Swamp Pawn is an entertaining and engaging reality show that provides a unique window into life in the Bayou. The series is well-produced, with stunning cinematography that captures the beauty of the natural landscape, and a talented cast of characters that keeps the viewers engaged. The show's focus on the pawn shop, hunting and fishing culture, and local community make it stand out from other reality shows, and its emphasis on family values and respect for the natural world make it a show that is enjoyable for viewers of all ages.

Swamp Pawn is a series that ran for 3 seasons (37 episodes) between January 26, 2013 and on CMT

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Tour de Swamp
15. Tour de Swamp
February 28, 2015
Rick tries to start a swamp tour business, but his maiden voyage might sink the whole operation. Austyn and Blake are forced to fill their last alligator tags quickly when they hear the plant is shutting down early, and Clayton has to hustle to find a buyer for his first load of buffalo fish.
Pig Bang Theory
14. Pig Bang Theory
February 14, 2015
Clayton tries to get a hog.Chachie's gator crew struggle in his absence.
See You Later, My Friend
13. See You Later, My Friend
January 31, 2015
With Rick eyeing semi-retirement, he struggles to plot the future of his business, which could force a gut-wrenching decision. Meanwhile, the whole Pigeon gang hits the woods for the opening day of squirrel hunting season, but find that the elusive critters are a much tougher quarry than expected.
Swamp Men and the Sea
12. Swamp Men and the Sea
January 24, 2015
Rick tries to start a swamp tour business, but his maiden voyage might sink the whole operation. Austyn and Blake are forced to fill their last alligator tags quickly when they hear the plant is shutting down early, and Clayton has to hustle to find a buyer for his first load of buffalo fish.
Kenny Do It?
11. Kenny Do It?
January 26, 2013
When Rick finds himself shorthanded on the dock, he has to hire Kenny, a quirky local with almost no qualifications. Rick also tries a unique way to recoup his costs on a spoiled alligator, and hunter Greg and his son Doobie take Doobie's future father-in-law on a tension-filled gator hunt.
Pig Bang Theory
10. Pig Bang Theory
January 26, 2013
With Clayton's freezer sitting empty, he sets out to restock it with a hog hunt in the swamp. Rick tries his hand as a fashion guru when he starts peddling high-end gator leathers, and Chachie's gator crew tries to bag a monster in his absence.
Dibs on Ribs
9. Dibs on Ribs
January 26, 2013
As alligator season kicks off, Rick takes on a culinary challenge - trying to convince locals to buy and eat gator ribs. Meanwhile, boat troubles force Austyn and Blake to cram their ride-along hunters into a tiny boat, and Clayton and Joney take their nephew Chaz on his first gator hunt.
Swamp and the City
8. Swamp and the City
January 26, 2013
Rick and Patty jet off to New York to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary. But when they can't see eye-to-eye on what to do in the city, it could turn their romantic trip upside down. And in Bayou Pigeon, Austyn and Kaley square off against Blake and Felicia in the annual frog-catching competition, with more than just their pride at stake
See You Later, My Friend
7. See You Later, My Friend
January 26, 2013
Rick designs a cool new all-in-one swamp boat, but the high cost to build it will require some wild wheeling and dealing. And Austyn needs help pulling a cypress log from the swamp, prompting some crazy deals of his own. Then, Rick and the Pigeon gang deal with a heartbreaking call from Shorty.
Swamp Men and the Sea
6. Swamp Men and the Sea
January 26, 2013
Rick works a deal to take the Pigeon gang deep-sea fishing. But when Austyn, Blake, and Clayton start trash talking, it turns into a battle on the high seas. Meanwhile in Pigeon, Felicia and Kaley sneak off in Austyn and Blake's boat for a girls' day out, but a motor malfunction could ruin their secret.
A Little Gar Goes a Long Way
5. A Little Gar Goes a Long Way
November 15, 2014
Rick searches for some gar for Coy. Joney teaches Felicia and Kaley some Cajun cooking.
Wedding Band of Brothers
4. Wedding Band of Brothers
November 8, 2014
Relic hunters search for a lost wedding ring while Paul looks for a new job after his hours are reduced.
Rick's Sweet 60
3. Rick's Sweet 60
October 25, 2014
Patty plans a surprise party for Rick's 60th birthday. Austyn and Blake lose one of their buyers. Paul and Matt fight over the new delivery route.
Driver Down
2. Driver Down
October 18, 2014
Rick needs a driver for the new route, but can't find anyone. Paul's transition to a new house hits a bump in the road, causing his family to be homeless for a while.
Swamp Market Crash
1. Swamp Market Crash
October 11, 2014
A new crawfish season starts up, but some of Rick's clients begin withdrawing from the business, and it could ruin the operation.
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Swamp Pawn is available for streaming on the CMT website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Swamp Pawn on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    January 26, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    8.2  (99)