"Deadliest Catch" is a reality television series that premiered in 2005 on the Discovery Channel. The show follows the dangerous and challenging lives of Alaskan crab fishermen as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Bering Sea during the crab fishing season. The series highlights the risks involved in commercial fishing, including harsh weather conditions and the physical demands of the job. Each episode showcases various fishing vessels, such as the Cornelia Marie and the Time Bandit, and the crews' efforts to catch valuable crab species like king crab and snow crab.