"Captain Lee trades charter guests for cold cases, exposing the terrifying jurisdictional loopholes that make maritime murder so difficult to solve."
The open ocean offers the ultimate escape, but as Captain Lee Rosbach reveals, it also provides the perfect cover for the perfect crime. Stepping away from the luxury of Below Deck, the beloved captain steers Deadly Waters with Captain Lee into the lawless expanse where international waters muddy the pursuit of justice. Each episode dissects vacations that turned into nightmares, exposing how isolation emboldens killers to act without fear of police intervention. Following a chilling finale, the current silence regarding a second season feels like being becalmed in the middle of the Pacific. While the network deliberates on the next voyage, ensure you aren't left adrift by adding this series to your watchlist to track the next wave of updates.
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jun 01, 2024 | Ghost Ship | |
| E2 | Jun 08, 2024 | Killer Wave | |
| E3 | Jun 15, 2024 | Island Paradise Lost | |
| E4 | Jun 23, 2024 | Killer By the Cape | |
| E5 | Jun 30, 2024 | No Safe Harbor | |
| E6 | Jul 07, 2024 | Evil on Lake Erie | |
| E7 | Jul 14, 2024 | River of Fire | |
| E8 | Jul 20, 2024 | Carnage on Catalina |
Release Window: June
Deadly Waters with Captain Lee has maintained a steady Annual rhythm for 1 year, typically returning in June. This true crime series marks a significant expansion for Oxygen as it leverages the star power of Captain Lee Rosbach to anchor its weekend lineup. Debuting in early summer, the program investigates crimes committed on the open seas, blending the host maritime expertise with high-stakes forensic storytelling.
As a fresh addition to the network portfolio, the show establishes a new precedent for celebrity-led investigative content. While it is currently in its inaugural cycle, the production reflects the network commitment to seasonal crime programming that targets a specific demographic. Future iterations are expected to follow this mid-year launch window to capitalize on summer viewership trends and the host established television presence.