Whale Wars

Season 3

TV-PG

This stunning and dangerous limited series spotlights both the controversial Japanese whaling trade and the tactics that the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society and its staff and volunteers use to cripple it.

Where to Watch Season 3

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14 Episodes

Surrounded by Spies
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Episode 1Surrounded by SpiesThe Sea Shepherds embark on another dangerous campaign as whaling season begins in the Antarctic; a donation from former game-show host Bob Barker allows the group to purchase a former Norwegian whaling vessel.
Crossing Danger
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Episode 2Crossing DangerAfter repeated attempts to outrun and engage his pursuers, Captain Paul Watson makes a dangerous decision. Meanwhile, the Sea Shepherd's speedboat, Ady Gil, has returned to dock to repair their damaged radar.
From Hell's Heart
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Episode 3From Hell's HeartThe Sea Shepherds have been relentlessly followed by the whaling reconnaissance vessel for two weeks. They find themselves in a full-on engagement on the high seas as Captain Paul Watson orders a massive butyric acid bottle attack on his nemesis.
Stealth Attack
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Episode 4Stealth AttackThe Sea Shepherd's stealth boat, the Ady Gil, launches a sneak attack on the Japanese whaling reconnaissance vessel in an effort to break free of the tail and find the rest of the whaling fleet.
The Thrill of the Chase
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Episode 5The Thrill of the ChaseAfter nearly a month of searching, the Sea Shepherds have finally found their ultimate target: the world's only whale factory ship, the Nisshin Maru.
Sliced In Two
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Episode 6Sliced In TwoAt the bottom of the world, a collision has just devastated one of the Sea Shepherds' vessels. The crew on the other vessel stand helpless on their deck, watching in horror as the Japanese vessel barrels through the Sea Shepherds' prized speedboat.
Revenge Is Mine
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Episode 7Revenge Is MineIn the aftermath of the devastating loss of their stealth vessel, the Sea Shepherds have returned to the campaign with renewed passion and intensity. Now the two remaining ships are back on the hunt for the Japanese fleet.
Ready To Snap
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Episode 8Ready To SnapWith low oil and drinking water, and a damaged helicopter, the Sea Shepherds' hunt for the Japanese whaling fleet has been brought to a halt. While on their way back to port, the radar shows two colossal storms that they can't avoid.
A Bloody Trail
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Episode 9A Bloody TrailAs the Sea Shepherds approach the Nisshin Maru, they are suddenly surrounded by four whaling vessels. Suddenly, one of the Japanese vessels moves in dangerously close, and as the deck crew quickly braces themselves, the ships violently collide.
Zero Hour
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Episode 10Zero HourThe Sea Shepherds refuse to be bullied by the Japanese fleet even though they're out numbered. The deckhands repel over the side of the ship to assess the damage from the collision and realize that there is a gash in the steel hull and water is pouring in.
Fire in the Sky
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Episode 11Fire in the SkyThe whalers face new attacks from the Sea Shepherds as they mount an attack with both the Bob Barker and Steve Irwin.
Vendetta
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Episode 12VendettaUnder the cover of darkness, Pete Bethune attempts to board one of the Japanese whaling vessels. Meanwhile, things go terribly wrong on one of the Sea Shepherd vessels. The engine is fried and the ship is dead in the water.
To the Ends of the Earth
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Episode 13To the Ends of the EarthSea Shepherd crew continue to engage the Japanese whaling fleet leading to a chase in an all encompassing ice field. After a massive engagement, both Sea Shepherd vessels decide to head back to port, signifying the end of their campaign for this season.
From Pirate to Prisoner
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Episode 14From Pirate to PrisonerPete Bethune recounts his experience aboard the Japanese security vessel.