Deadliest Catch Film Crew Prepares for Season 6
Oct 14th, 2009 by admin
In preparation for the next season of Deadliest Catch (Yes, there is a light ahead in the tunnel), four memebers of the production and film team recently received training from the U.S. Coast Guard. The training was designed to hopefully keep the crew safe while working in the harsh Bering sea environment. Everyone see first hand just how dangerous the job is for the crab fisherman, but what about the less experienced crew? Trying to avoid dangers lurking everywhere while looking through a viewfinder is no easy task, it’s easy to get distracted and loose sight of your surroundings while trying to capture that perfect footage.
Among the production team members were both producers, Josh Silberman and Tim Beers who this season will be on board Coast Guard rescue helicopters capturing footage from actual rescues. Josh knows first hand how dangerous shooting on the Bering Sea can be having been knocked unconscios and as well as twice falling down stairs on the Cornelia Marie while at sea. Another Deadliest Catch team member, Zac McFarlane, had his ear almost completely severed after being thrown across a room in rough weather and having it sliced on a metal box.

What date will season 6 start.
Ron
I love the show – it’s the best tv there is! Bring them back!!!
It’s interesting, exciting and the guys are genuine people
doing dangerous work battling intolerable conditions.
It’s amazing how many of my friends are watching this
show. I thought it was for men when I began watching – but
it’s amazing the number of women that are hooked by the excitement and the fact that you never know what’s going to
happen.
When will the new season begin showing?
I imagine the Captains will be happy about this training, as well as the crews who are usually put in the position of babysitter for the camera crews which puts more pressure on those who are already doing the most dangerous job in the world.
Hi Guys
We in South Africa simply adore the show and won’t miss an episode. 2009 Season started today, so we would like to wish everyone a safe and successful season. Hope you all catch tons of crab.
Phil,
Will you marry me?
Does anyone know when the new season starts? Thanks
This is the best show on T. V. My entire family really enjoys it. Sig is our favorite Captain. His boat and crew are the best. Thanks for giving us this program.
This is a terrific show. Because its real. No reality actors, no hair extensions, no fans blowing fake wind, no cushy home to relax in after the cameras stop rolling, no celebrities, no stupid romance plots. Kind of like real life and I love it. Looking forward to the next season.
Please everyone stay safe. Good luck and get back home to your families.
The new season will probably start in March of next year after the Opillio Crab Season finishes and Discovery completes the editing. For now, you can get updates on Coast Guard activity in and around Alaska at http://www.uscgalaska.com/go/doctype/780/7072/ . That is the website for USGC District 17 based in Alaska. To the crews out there, be safe and come back.
We never see the footage until after the season is basically over and can be edited for content. I would just like to say that the Northwestern, Time Bandit, Cornelia Marie, Maverick, Wizard, and the Farwest Leader crews, and all the other f/v: You are all in my prayers. Wish you the best of luck with fishing and coming home safely. Take care and be safe. I can’t wait to watch the new season.
I would like to know when 2009 season starts ?
I also love the show After the Catch !!
Zig your the MAN you make the show!!! don’t go anywhere……..
I also like the web page .
Zig if your avaible let me know I’ll swim there ………..
can’t wait
Deadlyest catch is the best show i have ever seen. im very happy that there is a season 6. Going to be awsome!!! Thank you for this show and a new season!!!!!
Generally, if you follow the patter of the last five seasons, the new season will come out a month or so after the crabbing seasons end. I’m guessing that they’re still in the middle of red king crab right now and then opilio in jan so the new season should be out roughly april 2010.
Don’t work for discovery though, so I can’t be sure. Haha.
I personally met Keith in Sarasota Fl a few years back. He was there representing The Catch. He was so kind. I even got to put on a Yellow Rain coat and pretend I was on the boat. It was great.
Please never stop these Deadliest Catch series. They are the best, and the real thing. Be safe guys, Mary
Discovery came with a winner with deadliest catch, and having watched the last series that almost ened up in having the wizard loose her deck crew tying the tarp, (or attempting to), and watching the coasties pluck the crew of the cod boat that got slammed hard on the rocks off the island after aborting the pick up off the boat itself, I can’t wait for the 2009 king crab season to be aired
I am having withdrawl from the show. Please post somewhere when the next season begins. I can’t wait. I hope it is soon.
When does the new season air? Like everyone else, I miss the show. It’s great, the guys are great, and I love the show in the bar that follows.
I love the brothers on the Time Bandit, very laid back, and very loving toward each other.
We really enjoy this show. I saw Phil once say he had no earthly idea why a woman would watch. He understood why a man would be interested. I can’t explain why females like it so much except to see REAL men at work and not some priss at the office! Keep working and stay safe!!
Great show. Just watched marathon today for 2009 season. Sig, you have become my hero. Cannot wait for next season
Cannot wait for the new season. By the way, I had Alaskan King Crab for Thanksgiving and gave a toast to all the Deadliest Catch Captains and crew! Thanks!
I crabbed for a season in Florida so I can fully appreciate the work and danger these guys endure. Here it’s warm most of the year so it’s nothing like the things these guys go through. I’ve watched every episode of all the seasons I have been able to catch. I can’t wait to see the new season. Discovery! Don’t ever cancel this show! To all you guys crabbing up there you all have our admiration and respect. keep up the good work and thanks for the gripping series!
I love the show and seen every boat ever on the show and some times in ketchikan you be hearing the bell ring and theres a skipper or crrew member but i dont have the guts to crab but salmon just fine.season 6 well start sometime in april on alaska week.
can we see more of the Maverick in season 6? please?
Well said, Stephen. It is very gripping and it’s hard not to become “attached” to the crews. This show is fascinating and I had never seen it before this summer, now I am hooked! (Pardon the pun..) You guys up there in Alaska are amazing! Thank you Discovery Channel for their stellar work on this show. Merry Christmas to all involved!
Phil Harris is my favorite! Can’t wait for Season 6!!!!
Northwestern rocks!!!!!!! Good luck on another great season
My family loves this show!!! We can’t wait for the new season to start!! Do we have any earthly idea when this will be?? We watched Lobstermen and they don’t hold a candle to what you guys do, please make us stop suffering in watching this. Come back soon, WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!
Love the show! I do miss seeing Rick his wife & the Maverick. Can’t wait for the new season!
Well, I’m a woman and I LOVE the show “The Deadliest Catch.” Watching it has given me a whole new respect for those who get out there and risk their lives to put the food on our tables. God bless them all.
I have watched the show from season one, I cant find any where when season 6 is going to start. I just love the show and would be sad to see it not come back. I LOVE Captain Andy, also the whole crew on the Northwestern! The show is amazing and I can’t wait for the new season.!
Shut Up and FISH!!!! When does the new season start???????
My husband bought me a FV Northwestern woman’s tee for Christmas- love it! Can’t wait for Season 6 to begin!!!
Deadliest Catch is without a doubt, one of the best shows going. One thing though…I really thought that Mike Rowe did an amazing job as the show’s narrator. He wasn’t on the last few captin’s recap shows. Will Mike be coming back for season 6??? I think his witty comments have added to the success for many years.
Bring Mike back!!!
Has to be the best show on tv cant wait for the next season
When will the new season start?
Thank you
I am getting so impatient!!!! I love this show!!!! Captain Phil is my fav. I would really like to know when season 6 will start. Tv just isnt the same without the crazy crab guys!!! WE LOVE YOU ALL AND BE SAFE!!!!
I tried Lobstemen too and its a bore compared to Deadliest Catch. My husband and I are impatiently waiting for season 6. We have this show set on the highest priority on our DVR. We are getting by on reruns but its not feeding the craving enough, we’re really missing the guys. My fave is Sig, he’s such an ass sometimes and I love it! The wait seems to be taking forever. Drumming my fingers in anticipation…………..
Keith is my favorite captain! I too am patiently waiting for the new season. The show rocks! Praying for a safe trip for all those who are out there doing their job on the boats.
Absolutely LOVE the show – I’m impatiently waiting for it to return in 2010. I love all of the captains and crews, but especially Keith and Phil. I get by for now watching reruns. Guys be safe out there.
The show is an eye opener on just how dangerous crabbing is, up in Alaska. I love the show, so much My brother and I will be putting a video together on you tube(www.youtube.com/vinnypage) in tribute to everyone involved in the the making of the series, fishermen,film crew, etc. It is still in production “Men of Legends” which is also the theme song.
I placed the lyrics below, I hope that was ok. We feel the crew, families and the fishermen deserve a tribute song just for them.
So we wrote one.
“Men of Legends”
w&m by A&V Pellerano
They battle the waves and brave the rough seas
They are the sea warriors that only Kings could ever dream
They ride their ships of Glory, where the Angels dare not go
They are the crab Fishermen searching for Red Gold
You read about their stories and the seafaring tales
and of all their courage and the ice-covered sails
They ride on top of the snow-capped breeze
as they sail their vessels upon the Alaska seas
They ride seahorses, their the strongest of men
the lines in their faces, will tell you where they have been
some think they’re crazy, while, others stand tall
They are crab fishermen, the bravest of all
They dance with the humpbacks and soar with seagulls
with the salt on their face and the wind in their nose
They drop their boxes into the sea foam
as their Father’s did, many decades ago
So, they set their course, to the Bearing Strait horn
Hansen’s Northwestern and the Valley Dawn
many others will follow in the hazy morn
These men of legends go, where heroes are born
Thank you – a great series.
VP
I love this show and can’t wait until season 6. Does anyone know when it starts?
I’m another woman hooked on Deadliest Catch. I only started watching it a couple of weeks ago, but I HAD to get all the DVDs to catch up on what I missed previously. It is addictive and awesome viewing, that’s for sure, and those guys are all my heroes for doing what they do. Stay safe, boys!
Since opie season begins in January, following king crab season that ends in December, I can only assume that season 6 for 2010, will air around April of 2010.
The show is addictive. Phil wonders why women would watch the show…because we love real people…real men.
One boat that stands out for me is the Time Bandit and the Brothers. I have yet to see brothers that are so respectful and loving with each other. The scene of them celebrating their father’s burial spot on the mountain when their boat was coming in to dock brought tears.
I also agree with the person who asked where is Mike Rowe? Mike is a great commentator. He was great in the bar after the catch.
Discovery Channel, you better keep the show or there will be an uprising for sure.
Another female here, who also loves this show. It is very addicting. Thank you guys for allowing us to experience a little bit of your lives. It is nice to see real men and not the Hollywood effeminate type who are always worried about their nails and make-up. Please Stay Safe!!!
I oneself from Russia,very love transfer Deadliest Catch,and await next season,about eta risky work and brave hero..
when does season 6 start
I’m a woman who loves the Deadliest Catch! Greatest thing I’ve ever seen on TV, bar none! The guys are real men with real muscle and real hearts, not flimsy plastic phonies. Am I ever relieved to find the good ol’ American work ethic alive and well on the Bering Sea — I’m sick and tired of people who think the planet owes them a living, just because they’re walking on its face! And Captain Phil, women love the Deadliest Catch because they are all about relationships and struggling together for goals, and that’s what your show is all about. Don’t ever go off the air.
This show is definitely the best one on Discovery! My husband and I are really looking forward to season 6. The crews on the boats have more stamina, courage, guts and grit than anyone else! It’s refreshing to see them at their best and worst! I really hope that you’re feeling better Phil, but you do need to get a handle on your son’s spending habits! I think that Jake has alot more heart than his younger brother, Josh. Josh is very disrespectful to you, his brother, the crew and then turns to the camera and laughs about it. I don’t think the crew would object if you hauled him over your knee and gave him what he deserves!! Tough Love is hard to give. Sig and Edgar on the Northwestern are definitely the best looking out of the whole bunch! The biting off of the head of the herring is a bit of a turn off for me but my husband loves it! We both think that Monty needs to stay home and keep off the boat. He takes the prize for the worst person on the show! The way he treats other people is completely disgusting! Keith doesn’t seem to notice or care how badly his brother needs an attitude adjustment! The show keeps us on the edge of our seats at times and has more heart and honesty than any other! The severity of the working conditions and the raw edge drama this show gives us every season is what keeps us coming back for more! We’re looking forward to season 6 and pray that you are all catching your quotas and staying safe! Even you too Monty!
when are ya’ll going to bother answering these questions?
Once in a great moon, something comes along that is hard to put into words…The Deadliest Catch draws you in, I’m a female hooked along with all my girls and guys from work!!! It’s about the people, you pull for them like family. I CAN”T WAIT TO WATCH!! GOOD LUCK GUYS
What is it with D Catch & us women?
I seem to be totally obsessed with watching reruns daily & am desperate to the ‘09 King Crab to air. I’s bad enough us in the UK having to wait longer than the US & WHEN DO WE GET ‘AFTER THE CATCH???’ Come on discovery channel & let us have all of it!…Have to agree with Felicia about Keith and his crew, ‘mouse’ has to be the least appropriate nik name ever given!! Bet rest of the Deckhands wish he was a mouse lol…Would love to see the Maverick back on the show, they really do make me laugh… But got to say I cant choose between Sig and Andy for the most adorably marriageable bloke – just dont let my hubby know that
Currently praying for the safe return of Jake’s dad, he often comments about how much he loves him and I’m sure Jake’s sisters are pulling their hair out with worry. Keith, get home soon, you’ll start feeling soooo much better.
WHEN…DOES…IT…START???
Nebraska loves Deadliest Catch!! Can’t wait for Season 6.
I have been a fan of this show from day one; I have chatted many times with Sig and Edgar and a few of the other captains; I was fortunate to meet some of them and was able to visit the Sea Star when I was in Alaska; I am really looking forward to the new shows.
I LOVE this show!!!!!!!! I’m pretty much in love with the guys on C.Marie Phil and his sons are a great testimony of father and sons working together. Can’t wait for the new. Season!
And another female heard from. LOVE DEADLIEST CATCH! We patiently wait for Tuesday nights. Can’t wait for Season 6 – miss those guys.
when will season six start?
Check out Video – of Deadliest Catch Tribute. We haven’t recorded “Men of Legends as of yet. But, we did another compostion titled “Where Heroes are Born” – We love the show, action the production.
Great job. It will be another great season. Hats off for above the fold production.
when is season 6 going to start?
I cannot find anywhere when Season 6 will start. Kind of scaring me! I hope we are going to see season 6…..
I got it straight through the veiwer services at discovery.com
Season 6 of deadliest catch is scheduled to begin April 13,2010! Just thought the die hard fans would like to know
So glad to hear that season 6 is being made.
Looking all over the web for info and was worried that my favourite show was not coming back
Our thoughts are with Phil, Josh & Jake. Phil, do what the Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapist tell you…My mother and I are faithful watchers… Hope to see you all soon and you doing well.
So saddened to learn of your stroke Phil. Glad to know you are getting good care and that you have two well trained sons to be of comfort to you. Prayers are with you and yours. I wish, for you, a good recovery. The harder you work with your recovery, the faster you will get better.
God Bless
I looked everywhere and can not find the start date for season 6. However opilio season started Jan 10, 2010 and based on previous years air time the show should start between march and april.
I love the show and like everyone else I am looking forward to season 6. My prayers are with Phil and his family during his illness. I hope that all goes well. I know his heart is with his boat and I hope he can get back to what he loves in life, his family and his boat. To all the fishermen on the bearing sea, may God watch over you and yours. A loyal fan.
We would like to wish Phil well during his recovery!! We hope you recover quickly!! WE LOVE YOU and the show!!
WHAT WOULD LIFE BE WITHOUT DEADLIEST CATCH. And whatever happened to ICE ROAD TRUCKERS? Why is it that the very time something really different and entertaining comes on….the “Powers That Be” decide we’ve seen enough of it and take it off the air?
DEADLIEST CATCH and ICE ROAD TRUCKERS SHOULD AIR FOREVER!
I love the show so much, I’m having withdrawals! I can’t wait til the new season starts! I wish Phil and his family well! Boys stay strong for your Dad, he needs you right now! Love ya!
For all deadliest catch fans. Don’t miss the 2010 Commercial Fishermen’s Festival. See deadliest catch stars in a tug-o-war against the axemen. Check out our web site at http://www.commercialfishermensfestival.com Hang in there Phil and we’ll see you at the festival in September
My husband & I love the show (our son got us hooked on it). We can’t wait for the new season to start. Just saw the news on Phil & we wish him a full and speedy recovery. Our prayers are with him & his family.
i cant wait to see the new season
i wish phil and his family luck sty strong
i cant beleav josh i went to school with him in oakridge
the deadlest catch is one of two of discoverys main shows deadlest catch and mythbusters i cant belive how long it being i am waiting for the rest of the 5th season and the new 6 th season
i will have to be truithful and say if either of those shows fail to air the next season it a rip off for the people
the shows got tons of loyal viewers and a following that would rival south park of the simpsons so dont be stupid just get ur finger out and dont make empty promisses to the fans
yours faithfully
\michael \ C. (ire)
REST IN PEACE PHIL HARRIS! It sucks that you had to pass on. I hope that they dont stop doing the show now that you have died. Please Please if heavens be let the show continue in your name dedicated to you… You and Sig are the best!
Sympathy goes out to the family of Captain Phil Harris and the entire fleet…RIP, Phil.
I’m another female that watches the show. I would enjoy seeing a few more glimpes of what goes on below deck. Who does the cooking and what do they eat, sleeping areas, pantry and storage areas, etc. What does the rest of the boat look like below deck? One question I have never found an answer to: Do they eat any of the big crab they catch?
My heart goes out to the Phil Harris family. God Bless and watch over them!!!!
My daughter and I want to send the Phil Harris family and friends our deepest sympathy in the loss of their dad and friend. May God bless you all and a fond farewell to Phil.
Both my wife and I send the Harris family our sympathy and prayers in the lost of Captain Phil Harris. He will be sorely missed in the show but always remembered.
I can’t believe Captain Phil is gone. My deepest sympathies to Josh and Jake and everyone on the Cornelia Marie.
I would like to send Captain Phil my Salaams(peace). You were always my favorite captain on the show. You were a hardworking man and even harder working father. May God bless you and your loved ones Captain. You’ll never be forgotten by those closest to you.
God Bless the Harris Family. You are in my prayers.
I can’t wait to see the next 2 seasons…(King and Opi).
Having said that, it will be a little different without Phil. My wife and I will miss you on the show, I am sure however that your kids will carry on as you taught them well.
I raise my glass to you Phil and another to all of you earning your living on the edge of life.
Cheers!
It has been a week since we heard the news of Phil’s passing. Still cant believe it! I am another(senior) female who loves the show and will miss salty Phil very much. God bless his family and the crew of the Cornelia Marie.
Does anyone have any information about the new boat for season 6?
how can u not beleive phil is gone? he chain smokes all day, along with cramming his gut with shitloads of red bull, while sitting down for countless hours at a time. i could see it coming a mile away.! RIP phil
And I thought reeling in a 45 pound cat fish was hard. These guys earn every penny.