The high-stakes world of underwater gold dredging returns as Discovery’s “Bering Sea Gold” kicks off its 19th season on Friday, Aug. 8, with a new episode titled “Going Deep.”
Set in Nome, Alaska, this season promises heightened tension, deeper dives, and personal turmoil as rival crews compete for submerged fortune.
‘Bering Sea Gold’ Season 19: What to Expect From the New Deep Dive
Narrated by Mike Rowe and produced by the team behind “Deadliest Catch,” the long-running reality adventure series chronicles the relentless hunt for gold beneath the frigid Bering Sea. Crews operate custom-built rigs—ranging from expansive barges to compact skiffs—as they chase untapped claims before winter ice makes diving impossible.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, Season 19 wastes no time diving into drama. Chris and Joe find themselves locked in a heated dispute over a contested mining spot, setting the tone for a season of territorial tension.
High Stakes & Crew Shakeups
This season of “Bering Sea Gold” is as much about survival as it is about teamwork—or the lack thereof — and the premiere episode highlights just how brutal the environment can be.
According to the official episode bio, in the premiere episode, crews venture into uncharted depths using new technology and high-risk strategies to extract gold from previously unreachable areas. But the stakes are higher than ever as dangerous ground, unpredictable weather, and rising interpersonal conflict threaten both profits and lives.
By Episode 2, the first major summer storm hits, disrupting operations across the fleet. Chris and Joe’s rivalry escalates, Vern’s diver faces a life-threatening emergency, and Kris, captain of the Mistress, puts his crew on notice. Meanwhile, veteran miner Shawn Pomrenke stumbles upon a potentially game-changing discovery.
Midseason, tensions continue to rise. Episode 4 sees the Kellys unveil their new dredge, All-In, while Zeke Tenhoff makes headway with a new gold-rich spot known as “the cheese.” Shawn’s challenges persist, and the threat of an alleged claim jumper setting up shop on the Tomcod claim adds another layer of legal and territorial drama.
As the season unfolds, viewers can expect not only gold rush excitement but also deep emotional arcs, unexpected exits, and physical danger that pushes every miner to the brink.
While much of the season’s details are being kept under wraps, two things are for certain: the freezing waters of the Bering Sea are unforgiving, and the season ahead is shaping up to be one of the most intense yet.
New episodes of “Bering Sea Gold” Season 19 air Fridays on Discovery and stream on Max.
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‘Bering Sea Gold’ Season 19: What to Expect