To Catch a Smuggler

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  • TV-14
  • 2020
  • 7 Seasons
  • 6.8  (236)

To Catch a Smuggler is a gripping TV series produced by National Geographic that follows the daily activities of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers as they work to prevent illegal goods from entering the country at JFK International Airport in New York City, one of the busiest airports in the world.

Denise Toto, a veteran CBP officer with more than 25 years of experience, and Jim Finn, a former NYPD detective who became a CBP officer, lead the team of officers who are responsible for keeping the airport's borders safe. Every day, they have to deal with a wide range of threats, from drugs and contraband to guns, counterfeit products, and even wildlife smuggling.

The show provides an inside look at the daily operations of the CBP officers, who work tirelessly to ensure that nothing is overlooked at the airport. The officers have to be vigilant and maintain a high level of attention to detail as smugglers use a variety of tactics to try and evade detection.

To Catch a Smuggler shows how CBP officers use a wide range of equipment and technology to scan luggage and cargo, such as X-ray machines, radiation detectors, and drug-sniffing dogs. They also use their instincts, training, and experience to identify suspicious behavior and intercept illegal goods.

The show is filled with suspenseful moments as the officers race against the clock to intercept smugglers before they can escape the airport. They often have to work in coordination with law enforcement agencies in other countries to track down the origin of illegal goods and the people behind smuggling operations.

One particularly interesting aspect of the show is its focus on the human element of smuggling. Viewers get to see how smugglers try to conceal illegal goods using a range of imaginative methods, such as hiding drugs in everyday objects or sewing them into clothing. The show also highlights the social and economic factors that drive people to get involved in smuggling, such as poverty, greed, and desperation.

To Catch a Smuggler is a must-watch for anyone interested in law enforcement, border security, or the fight against organized crime. The show provides a fascinating insight into the daily struggles of CBP officers as they try to keep America's borders safe.

The show's production quality is excellent, with high-definition footage and dramatic reenactments of smuggling attempts that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The production team also does an excellent job of explaining the technology and techniques used by CBP officers in a way that is easy to understand for laypeople.

Overall, To Catch a Smuggler is an entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking show that provides a unique perspective on the world of smuggling and law enforcement. Denise Toto, Jim Finn, and the rest of the CBP team are true heroes who risk their lives every day to keep America safe, and this show is a testament to their bravery and dedication.

To Catch a Smuggler is a series that is currently running and has 7 seasons (70 episodes). The series first aired on January 1, 2020.

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Flesh, Bones, Ketamine and Drones
9. Flesh, Bones, Ketamine and Drones
June 12, 2024
CBP uncovers smuggled human remains; Border Patrol stops migrant smugglers.
Coked-up Oatmeal
8. Coked-up Oatmeal
June 5, 2024
Undercover HSI Agents bust multiple drug traffickers seizing 30 kilos of meth and fentanyl. CBP finds cocaine hidden in oatmeal and medicine boxes.
My Big Fat Weed Run
7. My Big Fat Weed Run
May 29, 2024
Homeland Security Investigations conducts an operation to crack-down on counterfeit goods leading to a large seizure in Kansas City and the raid of an apartment filled with thousands of sneakers in Cali, Colombia. In Newark, CBP receives intel about a passenger traveling to Greece with two suitcases filled with $200k worth of marijuana. CBP finds cocaine inside the bumper of a vehicle in Texas.
Coked-up Oatmeal
6. Coked-up Oatmeal
May 22, 2024
Homeland Security Investigations run multiple undercover drug deal operations, seizing over 30 kilos of meth and fentanyl. CBP Officers work with Agriculture Specialists in Atlanta to stop dangerous food items from entering the country. And at JFK, CBP has suspicions about an internal airline conspiracy, and later finds bricks of cocaine hidden in oatmeal and medicine boxes from Guatemala.
New Drug on the Block
5. New Drug on the Block
May 22, 2024
HSI Miami encounters mysterious new drug, while CBP finds invasive snails in the mail.
Coke and the Kids
4. Coke and the Kids
May 15, 2024
HSI surprises coke smugglers mid-handoff; CBP finds cash and ketamine.
Pots of Coke
3. Pots of Coke
May 8, 2024
HSI tracks a shipment of 246kg of cocaine, while CBP seizes illicit ammo and cash.
Not My Meth
2. Not My Meth
May 1, 2024
A mother smuggles in some coke while traveling with her kids; AMO shoots a drug boat's motor.
Cocaine Leaks and Ancient Greeks
1. Cocaine Leaks and Ancient Greeks
April 24, 2024
In California, Homeland Security Investigations tracks a car loaded with cocaine. After a driver swap, agents follow the smugglers to a stash house near a school. Customs and Border Patrol in Philly finds packages of counterfeit cash, unknown pills, and ketamine hidden in an ottoman. And at the Rio Grande Valley port of entry, steroids and counterfeit sneakers are stopped from crossing.
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Where to Watch To Catch a Smuggler
To Catch a Smuggler is available for streaming on the National Geographic website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch To Catch a Smuggler on demand at Disney+, Amazon, Hulu, Vudu, FuboTV, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play, Apple TV and National Geographic.
  • Premiere Date
    January 1, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    6.8  (236)