Ep 3. Wreck It Ralph

In Wicked Tuna season 8 episode 3, titled "Wreck It Ralph", the captains and crews of the Gloucester fleet face extreme weather conditions as they race to catch the valuable Bluefin tuna.

The episode kicks off with Captain Tyler McLaughlin of the Pinwheel boat determined to land his first catch of the season after a slow start. As he navigates through the rough waters, he receives word of a prime fishing spot known as the "tuna graveyard". But to get there, he must navigate his way through treacherous shoals and compete with rival boats for the best fishing grounds.

Meanwhile, Captain Dave Marciano of the Hard Merchandise is feeling the pressure to catch big after a series of setbacks at the start of the season. With the clock ticking, he's forced to make a risky decision to fish in an area where he's had little success in the past.

Over on the Hot Tuna, Captain T.J. Ott is joined by his father Tim as they set out to catch their first fish of the season. But with two captains at the helm, tensions rise as they struggle to navigate the boat in the choppy waters.

As the boats battle to land their first catch, disaster strikes for one of the vessels. A panicked radio call brings the other captains rushing to the scene, where they find one boat dangerously close to sinking after hitting a submerged obstacle known as a "wreck". With the lives of the crew and the fate of their valuable catch hanging in the balance, the rival captains band together to save their fellow fishermen.

In the end, some boats emerge victorious with a prized Bluefin tuna in tow, while others come up empty-handed. But the camaraderie of the Gloucester fleet is on full display as they come together in times of crisis, united by their shared love of the sea and the thrill of the hunt.