Whale Wars (2008)
S05E01 Setting the Trap
Episode Overview
In the Season 5 opener, the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society mobilizes in response to Japan's declaration in 2011 to restart its whaling activities in the Antarctic. The episode highlights the government's commitment to enhancing the security of its whaling fleet, prompting the conservationists to strategize their efforts to protect marine life from these renewed threats. Tensions rise as both sides prepare for a confrontation over the controversial whaling practices.