Whale Wars

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Season 1
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 61 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 33 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 61
  3. Negative: 27 out of 61
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  1. GeorgeK.
    Dec 16, 2008
    7
    These people are nuts! They put there life on the line, just to save a stupid whale. They are pirates and criminals. Although, the show is very entertaining. I watch every Friday night, just to get a few laughs.
  2. peterh32
    Jun 4, 2012
    8
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  3. halb
    Nov 25, 2008
    7
    Eric V. is correct: neither the viewer nor apparently the members of the Sea Shepherd quite know what's legal (versus what's piracy) on the high seas. But it is entertaining TV, assuming you can get past the "oh my god how could they be so stupid and ill-prepared?!" moments. The captain and crew of the Sea Shepherd comes across as naive at best and dangerous at worst in many of Eric V. is correct: neither the viewer nor apparently the members of the Sea Shepherd quite know what's legal (versus what's piracy) on the high seas. But it is entertaining TV, assuming you can get past the "oh my god how could they be so stupid and ill-prepared?!" moments. The captain and crew of the Sea Shepherd comes across as naive at best and dangerous at worst in many of the episodes. In my opinion it's definitely a morally just cause (saving whales from what seems to be illegal 'poaching')... but do the ends justify the means? You decide.… Expand
  4. ErinT
    Nov 18, 2009
    10
    Great show despite the dramatization that the production crew adds; great cause; and so invigorating and inspiring watching people with the guts to put REAL action behind their ideals. This show renews my faith that not all of mankind are worthless leeches on this planet.
  5. WilliamC
    Sep 28, 2009
    10
    By far one of the best shows I've seen in years. They are the only ones who bother to enforce international law and for this they should be commended.
  6. SimonO.
    Aug 11, 2009
    10
    Great show, it is drama and action packed it shows the passionate volunteers willing to put their lives on the line to protect the most beautiful and intelligent creatures on the planet
  7. MarybethD.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Reality action thriller with a noble cause. Love this show! I look forward to Friday nights to watch it and then catch the reruns. Hoping there will be future seasons.
  8. CH.
    Dec 4, 2008
    10
    I love what Paul and his crew are trying to achieve. I'm going to give it 10 simply because it is so important that this succeeds. However, I do think Paul is guilty of not taking care of his crew as well as he should. Yes you can ask them to put their lives on the line, but that shouldn't mean you don't take ever measure you can to ensure their safety. With a bit more I love what Paul and his crew are trying to achieve. I'm going to give it 10 simply because it is so important that this succeeds. However, I do think Paul is guilty of not taking care of his crew as well as he should. Yes you can ask them to put their lives on the line, but that shouldn't mean you don't take ever measure you can to ensure their safety. With a bit more planning, and a lot more training the chances of anyone getting hurt would go way down.… Expand
  9. BrianT
    Dec 7, 2008
    9
    Questionable tactics, but unlike the ultra bastard Gall E. C. below me, its noted that their efforts have threatened the japanese whaling industry in cutting back their profits in half of what they usually attain. Not a waste and a thrill to watch, despite how viewers may feel about it. Ultimately the crew is lacking any sort of experience at all, but then again how many courses do you Questionable tactics, but unlike the ultra bastard Gall E. C. below me, its noted that their efforts have threatened the japanese whaling industry in cutting back their profits in half of what they usually attain. Not a waste and a thrill to watch, despite how viewers may feel about it. Ultimately the crew is lacking any sort of experience at all, but then again how many courses do you know of that teach you to be an anti whaling activist. You make mistakes to learn from them.… Expand
  10. SReza
    Jun 5, 2009
    7
    Very entertaining. I now only watch it to see what new heights of incompetence will be reached in each episode. Paul watson and his band of well-meaning but clueless volunteers just can't seem to get out of their own way. I am willing to bet this show will be canceled after the first fatality.
  11. Zack
    Nov 29, 2008
    10
    Great show, if you do not agree with the politics......do not watch the show nor taint the ratings.
  12. EricV.
    Nov 17, 2008
    8
    Totally entertaining, if nothing else. There are really no boundaries between right and wrong, and we don't really know what is legal or illegal based on the actions of both those on the Sea Shepherd and those on the whaling ships. A definite watch each week despite ones beliefs either way. Sound bites, actions on the high seas, and maybe a bit of mutiny to come... seems like Animal Totally entertaining, if nothing else. There are really no boundaries between right and wrong, and we don't really know what is legal or illegal based on the actions of both those on the Sea Shepherd and those on the whaling ships. A definite watch each week despite ones beliefs either way. Sound bites, actions on the high seas, and maybe a bit of mutiny to come... seems like Animal Planet has a successful show for now, anyway.… Expand
  13. SriyanthaP.
    Nov 24, 2008
    10
    Its great to see a channel like Animal Planet show real reality TV. Weather people like Sea Shepherd or not, one fact is clear. The Japanese are greedy killers and only a few people have the guts to stand against them.
  14. MikeB.
    Dec 21, 2008
    10
    The trail to the whales being killed was covered for all to see...it was a sad thing, but a story that had to be told. The path to whales being canned and put on shelves for the Japanese to buy and eat was the lost link in that needed further film coverage. I would recommend some Sea Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's members waiting at the docks when the Japanese unload the canned The trail to the whales being killed was covered for all to see...it was a sad thing, but a story that had to be told. The path to whales being canned and put on shelves for the Japanese to buy and eat was the lost link in that needed further film coverage. I would recommend some Sea Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's members waiting at the docks when the Japanese unload the canned whale meat...then follow these cans to food stores and to consumers. At this time I would show the consumers film of the whale killing for news coverage in Japan. Attack this outrage at both ends...in the water and when consumers buy the cans of whale meat. Don't have anyone that would do this...email me...I can make it happen. Can anyone tell me how canning whale flesh for human consumption serves any scientific purpose as the Japanese claim....ofcourse not. Ironically...ivory tusks are now in some countries in Africa to sell to China and Japan...this leads to more poaching and elephant killing. If somehow we could make the tusks not be able to be carved but still serve the elephants...any ideas.… Expand
  15. KyleR.
    Dec 23, 2008
    9
    Fascinating. Can't wait until the next season comes out. The shooting of Paul Watson seemed staged though.
  16. KimmyTee
    Mar 11, 2011
    10
    Love this show. These people are awesome. I don't think what they do is anything close to piracy. They are fighting the wrong, and doing whats right. Keep fighting for the whales Sea Shepherd!
  17. TrevorS
    Aug 22, 2009
    10
    Whether they're in a tight spot due to incompetence of new shipmates, or the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Japanese whalers, the conflict is great to watch. I normally don't like reality shows. This is the only one I have ever liked. Perhaps the controversy and philosophical questions raised by their mission and tactics does it for me too.

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Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Mary McNamara
    80
    Yet despite the distraction of its media grooming, the basic story of Whale Wars is quite a yarn.
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  2. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    60
    The result will be more fascinating to those already invested in this sort of conservation issue than to the casual viewer, who may find the journey tough going and the nuances of the whole whaling question a little dense.
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  3. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Neil Genzlinger
    70
    Whatever you might think of the group’s beliefs and belligerence, these sailors give great sound bites.
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