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S00E01 Aired February 25, 2011

Full Disclosure

The Hoffman crew spent five months and over quarter of a million dollars in a desperate attempt to find gold in Alaska. With previously un-aired material, this special reveals what went wrong and how the guys plan to hit the mother lode next season.

S00E02 Aired October 28, 2011

The Off-Season

Facing financial ruin and an end to their dream of striking it rich, Todd and Jack refuse to give up. They make the decision during the off-season to go deeper into debt, acquiring better equipment and crew for one more crack at hitting the motherlode.

S00E03 Aired December 23, 2011

Behind the Scenes

In this special, exclusive behind the scenes footage capturing the production of Gold Rush is revealed. Four film crews spread over 600 miles, battle the wilderness in Alaska and the Klondike to film every twist and turn of the three mining operations

S00E04 Aired December 30, 2011

After The Rush

This special lifts the curtain on Gold Rush and goes inside the lives of the men seeking gold and treasure in Alaska and the Klondike. All new interviews and never before seen footage present insights into the miners' unique world.

S00E05 Aired March 02, 2012

Revelations

This special lifts the curtain on Gold Rush and goes inside the lives of the men seeking gold in Alaska and the Klondike.

S00E06 Aired March 09, 2012

Aftershow: Digging Deeper

Gold Rush executive producer Christo Doyle asks the tough questions and gets the real dirt on the miners. Personal revelations, bets and challenges all play out in this revealing special.

S00E07 Aired March 23, 2012

Aftershow: The Last Word

The Gold Rush miners sit down with Discovery's executive producer and reveal the juicy stuff that unfolded when the cameras weren't rolling. And, for the first time on tv, they answer questions directly from viewers.

S00E08 Aired August 17, 2012

The Jungle

Frozen out of the Klondike, Todd Hoffman gets a hot tip on a gold claim in Guyana, South America. But to get there he must lead his crew through the snake-infested jungle, dangerous business deals and up deadly rivers in a "no guts, no glory" adventure.

S00E09 Aired August 17, 2012

The Jungle Aftershow

S00E10 Aired October 19, 2012

The Long Road

The Hoffmans and their rivals relive their most heart-pounding moments.

S00E11 Aired October 25, 2012

Off-Season Special

S00E12 Aired October 26, 2012

Do Or Die

S00E13 Aired December 21, 2012

Behind The Scenes (Season 3)

S00E14 Aired March 01, 2013

Making Of The Motherlode

A behind the scenes look at the making of Gold Rush Season 3.

S00E15 Aired October 11, 2013

Million Dollar Season

S00E16 Aired October 18, 2013

Southern Quest

S00E17 Aired December 20, 2013

Ready To Roll

A behind the scenes look at the filming of Gold Rush in the hostile jungles of South America and the frozen North.

S00E18 Aired July 25, 2014

Aftershow - Episode 11

Parker Schnabel sits down with Producer Christo Doyle to take a look back at the young miner's first season as the boss of Big Nugget.

S00E19 Aired August 08, 2014

Aftershow - Episode 12

Host Christo Doyle grills the guys to find out how the D8 dozer breakdown, and Greg's subsequent departure, affected the crew. Plus, Parker reveals how his visit to the Klondike opens intriguing new possibilities.

S00E20 Aired August 01, 2014

Aftershow - Episode 13

Parker Schnabel and his mother, Nancy, gives us a unique look at the life of 91-year-old Grandpa John Schnabel, including the family's recent scare with his heart health.

S00E21 Aired August 19, 2014

Parker’s Take

S00E22 Aired August 19, 2014

Heroes And Zeroes

Recap of season four and a preview of season five.

S00E23 Aired December 19, 2014

Grandpa John

This special explores the life of 94 year old mining legend John Schnabel. From the Kansas dustbowl, to his career on an Alaskan gold mine, Grandpa John continues to inspire his grandson Parker to follow in his footsteps.

S00E24 Aired February 27, 2015

Pile Of Nuggets

S00E25 Aired March 13, 2015

The Whole Truth

The miners reveal the highs and lows, conflicts and behind the scenes drama from the season. Todd, Parker and Tony unveil their plans for next season and one key crew-member shocks everyone when he decides to call it quits.

S00E26 Aired October 09, 2015

5 Million Dollar Season

Reflecting on the show's fifth season; a sneak peek of season six.

S00E27 Aired December 11, 2015

Parker Comes Of Age

S00E28 Aired December 25, 2015

Crazy Gold

S00E29 Aired February 12, 2016

Klondike Legend

S00E30 Aired March 11, 2016

Gold Hard Truth

The miners reveal shocking truths including a crew romance. Tony is accused of going back on a deal, Parker's crew lets him have it and Todd reveals a secret talent. Then, the mine bosses offer a sneak peek of their radical new plans for next season.

S00E31 Aired March 11, 2016

Gold Rush Legends: John Schnabel & Freddy Dodge

S00E32 Aired March 18, 2016

Gold Rush Legends: Parker Schnabel

S00E33 Aired March 25, 2016

Gold Rush Legends: Tony Beets

S00E34 Aired April 01, 2016

Remembering John Schnabel

Honoring the life and legacy of Grandpa John Schnabel.

S00E35 Aired October 12, 2016

The Story So Far

The rags-to-riches story of gold miners Todd Hoffman and Parker Schnabel, and an examination of their competitive professional rivalry.

S00E36 Aired October 14, 2016

Toughest Dirtiest Richest

In Season 6 of Gold Rush, Parker Schnabel goes head to head with rival Todd Hoffman to see who will be King of the Klondike. Klondike legend Tony Beets puts sets out to prove that the future of gold mining involves a decrepit 70 year old dredge.

S00E37 Aired October 21, 2016

The Gambler

Todd Hoffman sets out to escape the economic downturn and build a better future in the gold fields of the frozen North.

S00E38 Aired January 06, 2017

Monster Machines

The washplants featured on Gold Rush have trapped more than $18m worth of gold, but which monster machines have made the most or lost the most money?

S00E39 Aired January 12, 2018

The Dakota Boys

The Dakota Boys have been an influential duo in the gold mining world. Now, before they begin the life-threatening attempt to mine for gold in the white water rapids of McKinley Creek, we take a look back on how they got started.

S00E40 Aired March 10, 2017

Nuggets

Following in the footsteps of legends, Parker Schnabel and Rick Ness discuss and tease their newest adventure of taking on the Gold Rush Trail. They reflect on game changing moments from this past season.

S00E41 Aired March 11, 2016

War And Peace

A look back at the last season of Gold Rush including an exclusive sneak peek of the upcoming season where new claims, miners and machines are revealed.

S00E42 Aired March 24, 2017

Before The Trail

S00E43 Aired October 01, 2017

The Story So Far (Seasons 1–7)

Going back to the beginning when Parker was just a kid and job-less Todd decided to gamble it all to make his fortune mining in Alaska. The Story So Far 2017 charts their struggles, highs and lows across 7 seasons as they compete in their search for gold.

S00E44 Aired October 06, 2017

The 9 Million Dollar Season

In an action packed look at Season 7 of Gold Rush Parker faced the tragic loss of his mentor Grandpa John and bet big on a $600,000 wash-plant to chase a record gold haul. Todd moved his entire operation to Oregon in search of a mountain of nugget.

S00E45 Aired October 20, 2017

The Legend Of Dozer Dave

Dave Turin had been at Todd's side helping him mine millions of dollars of gold, until a shocking bare-knuckle fistfight explosively led to Dave quitting; Dave's story over seven seasons.

S00E46 Aired December 29, 2017

Busted And Bushfixed

To deliver incredible gold hauls, the miners have to keep the equipment running at all costs. The miners look back at the worst breakdowns and heroic fixes.

S00E47 Aired December 29, 2017

Trommels, Shaker Decks, Dredges And Derockers

A look at the monster machines featured on Gold Rush, which have trapped more than eighteen million dollars worth of gold.

S00E48 Aired February 09, 2018

Parker V Beets

Parker Schnabel and Tony Beets are locked in a fierce battle for independence and supremacy. The deep rivalry between the gold-mining prodigy and the Kind of the Klondike has produced some of the series' most dramatic moments.

S00E49 Aired February 16, 2018

Gold Rush: Live

S00E50 Aired March 16, 2018

Win Big Or Die Trying

After a record breaking season, sit down with Parker Schnabel and Tony Beets as they discuss the biggest moments from this past season of Gold Rush.

S00E51 Aired March 16, 2018

American Dreamer

S00E52 Aired March 23, 2018

Episode 52

S00E53 Aired April 14, 2019

Episode 53

S00E54 Aired April 21, 2019

Episode 54

S00E55 Aired December 29, 2019

The Dirt: Contract Clash

Host Matt Rogers questions Todd about his ambitious 2700-ounce goal. And later, Parker joins the conversation and addresses his involvement in a tense claim dispute. Also: Matt heads to the Yukon to visit each of the claims.

S00E56 Aired February 19, 2020

Pay Dirt: Gold Ship

In an enhanced episode, a major issue brings Tony's dredge operation to a halt; and Grandpa John is rushed to the hospital

S00E57 Aired October 11, 2018

The Dirt: Parker Talks Todd

Parker discusses opening up the Boundary Cut; Logan and Sterling visit the site of shipwrecked stern wheelers; the Hoffman crew dishes when the bosses are not around.

S00E58 Aired October 19, 2018

The Dirt: 100th Gold Rush

Tony, Minnie and Kevin anticipate the 100th episode of 'Gold Rush'; Todd talks about his favorite moments of the series.

S00E59 Aired February 09, 2018

Parker v Beets

Parker Schnabel and Tony Beets are locked in a fierce battle for independence and supremacy; the rivalry between the gold-mining prodigy and the King of the Klondike produces dramatic moments.

S00E60 Aired March 16, 2018

American Dreamer

Todd Hoffman sits down to discuss his past eight seasons on Gold Rush and what his exciting next chapter will be.

S00E61 Aired March 16, 2018

Win Big or Die Trying

After a record breaking season, sit down with Parker Schnabel and Tony Beets as they discuss the biggest moments from this past season of Gold Rush.

S00E62 Aired September 24, 2019

Episode 62

S00E63 Aired October 05, 2018

End of an Era

The 2017 mining season changed the course of Gold Rush forever as one miner says goodbye after eight years. Todd bets Parker 100 oz of gold that he can mine the most this season. Parker also goes to war with Tony as he makes a bid for independence.

S00E64 Aired October 19, 2018

The Rise of Rick Ness

The extraordinary life of America's favorite new mine boss, Rick Ness. From college football to touring with a rock n roll band & finally ending up in the Yukon as Parker's right hand man. We see what led Rick to decide to start a claim of his own.

S00E65 Aired October 19, 2018

15 Million Dollar Season

Last year was the biggest haul ever for the miners, despite the extreme hardships and challenges Parker, Tony & Rick faced. Experience all the highs and lows from the epic 2018 season which could be last time all three men mine in the Klondike.

S00E66 Aired September 24, 2019

Back to the Future

An extended sneak peek of the all-new season of Gold Rush reveals a crisis in the Klondike forcing the miners in new directions. We go back to the beginning, nine years ago, revealing pivotal moments that got each man to the crossroads they now face.

S00E68 Aired May 01, 2020

Episode 68

S00E69 Aired September 24, 2019

The Road to 70 Million

S00E70 Aired June 05, 2020

Shutdown, But Not Out

As gold prices hit record highs, Parker, Rick, and Tony are poised to have their biggest gold hauls ever. But a global pandemic may end their seasons before they even begin. With an economy on the brink of collapse, each man must forge a new path.

S00E76 Aired May 15, 2020

The Road to 70 Million

Parker, Todd, Tony and Rick battle the elements, equipment meltdowns and each other to pull in a staggering $70 million in gold.

S00E77 Aired October 16, 2020

Confessions of a Record-Breaking Season

A crisis in the Klondike sends Parker, Rick and Tony in new directions. Parker breaks a major record mining his own ground. Tony abandons his dredges and moves his entire operation to the Hill. Rick gambles to find massive nuggets in Keno.

S00E79 Aired October 23, 2020

The Legend of Porcupine Creek

Parker Schnabel, Dave Turin, and Dakota Fred reveal their gold mining origins and how a small remote corner of Southeast Alaska changed their destinies.

S00E80 Aired October 30, 2020

Paydirt Playbook

The miners reveal the secrets behind what it takes to strike it rich gold mining.

S00E81 Aired February 19, 2021

Show Me the Gold

A mine boss' foreman is the most important role on the mine site.

S00E82 Aired February 26, 2021

Band of Brothers

Fred's crew reveal how they went from the battlefields to the goldfields.

S00E83 Aired September 18, 2021

Against All Odds

As gold prices soar, Parker considers buying new ground in Alaska. The Ness crew face disaster while transporting heavy loads to their new claim.

S00E84 Aired September 25, 2021

The Kid Vs. The King

A mentorship quickly turns into a battle for power and gold.

S00E85 Aired October 02, 2021

Klondike Kingpins

Modern miners follow in the footsteps of the original gold rush pioneers.

S00E86 Aired October 09, 2021

Madmax or Madman

Tony Beets buys and builds insane mining gear ... is he a genius or madman?

S00E87 Aired February 05, 2022

Ends of the Earth

Film crews battle the wilderness and the elements in Alaska to film the four Gold Rush mining operations.

S00E88 Aired September 09, 2022

Moving Heaven and Earth

To get on the gold and score a big payday, the miners risk everything to haul, heave and pull their gold-catching equipment over sketchy bridges, through bushfires and across the frozen north.

S00E89 Aired September 16, 2022

Rick Ness Comes Clean

Rick Ness comes clean about his gold mining adventures from the early days working with Parker to the obstacles and battles he's faced on and off the claim. Then, Rick looks to the future.

S00E90 Aired September 23, 2022

Ground Wars

A war for ground forces Parker to gamble on deep ground at Mud Mountain. Tony invests millions on the biggest dirt movers for a 10,000-ounce season. Rick goes deep in Keno and comes up big. Fred heads to the Yukon to strike it rich.

S00E91 Aired January 06, 2023

Biggest Gold Weighs

From the biggest to the most surprising, these are the gold weighs that changed everything for Parker, Tony, Rick and Fred.

S00E92 Aired September 16, 2022

Rick Ness Comes Clean

Rick Ness comes clean about his gold mining adventures from the early days working with Parker to the obstacles and battles he's faced on and off the claim. Then, Rick looks to the future.

S00E93 Aired January 06, 2023

The Biggest Gold Weighs

From the biggest to the most surprising, these are the gold weighs that changed everything for Parker, Tony, Rick and Fred.

S00E95 Aired September 23, 2022

Ground Wars

A war for ground forces Parker to gamble on deep ground at Mud Mountain. Tony invests millions on the biggest dirt movers for a 10,000-ounce season. Rick goes deep in Keno and comes up big. Fred heads to the Yukon to strike it rich.

S00E96 Aired October 15, 2022

Uncovering Fred Lewis

Fred Lewis discusses the dark days that led up to him landing on Gold Rush.

S00E97 Aired October 22, 2022

Birth of a King

Tony reveals how he worked his way up to becoming the King of the Klondike.

S00E98 Aired October 29, 2022

Heavy Weighs the Crown

Tony reveals the state of his dredges and his relationship with Parker.

S00E99 Aired November 12, 2022

Football Fields of Gold

Parker takes Christo behind the scenes of his massive operation.

S00E100 Aired December 24, 2022

Tony's Gold Room

Tony shows Christo his never-before-seen gold room and two massive cuts.

S00E101 Aired January 07, 2023

The Biggest Gold Weighs

These are the gold weighs that changed everything.

S00E102 Aired February 25, 2023

Meet the Claytons

Christo gets put to work by the "kids" of Gold Rush: the Clayton brothers.

S00E103 Aired March 03, 2023

The Lieutenants

Christo goes claim-hopping and checks in with the lieutenants of Gold Rush.

S00E104 Aired October 28, 2011

The Off-Season

S00E105 Aired February 25, 2011

Alaska: Full Disclosure

The Hoffman crew spent five months and over quarter of a million dollars in a desperate attempt to find gold in Alaska. With previously un-aired material, this special reveals what went wrong and how the guys plan to hit the mother lode next season.

S00E106 Aired September 16, 2022

Rick Ness Comes Clean

Rick Ness comes clean about his gold mining adventures from the early days working with Parker to the obstacles and battles he's faced on and off the claim. Then, Rick looks to the future.

S00E107 Aired September 23, 2022

Ground Wars

A war for ground forces Parker to gamble on deep ground.

S00E108 Aired October 14, 2022

Uncovering Fred Lewis

Fred Lewis discusses the dark days that led up to him landing on Gold Rush.

S00E109 Aired October 21, 2022

Birth of a King

Tony reveals how he worked his way up to becoming the King of the Klondike.

S00E110 Aired January 06, 2023

The Biggest Gold Weighs

From the biggest to the most surprising, these are the gold weighs that changed everything for Parker, Tony, Rick and Fred.

S00E111 Aired March 22, 2019

Three Sides to Every Story

Parker Schnabel, Rick Ness and Tony Beets sit down to discuss the biggest moments from this past season of "Gold Rush"; The Dakota Boys reflect on their wild season and look ahead to what's next.

S00E112 Aired October 28, 2022

Heavy Weighs the Crown

Tony reveals the state of his dredges and his relationship with Parker.

S00E113 Aired March 17, 2023

Dozer Dave, All In

Dave Turin leaves his family business to mine for gold. From saving a struggling greenhorn crew, to splitting off with his own team, to unspeakable tragedy, this is the story of how Dave forged his own path and pulled in more than $14 million in gold.

S00E116 Aired September 15, 2023

Parker Tells All

Parker Schnabel reveals new insights on how he went from a 15-year-old mining prodigy to banking $100 million in gold -- including battling his own demons and never-before-seen moments with his Grandpa John.

S00E117 Aired September 22, 2023

$24 Million in Gold

Parker Schnabel gambles on new ground in Alaska and passes 50,000 ounces. The Beets family chases a record gold total, and Fred Lewis fights to keep his mining career alive. The Claytons set out to save their family business.

S00E118 Aired December 29, 2023

When Mining Goes Wrong

Parker's miscalculation nearly washes away Sluicifer. Tony's son Mike ditches the family's Kiwi plant during transport. Tensions explode and between Rick and his lead mechanic.

S00E119 Aired November 01, 2024

When It All Changes

Parker puts it all on the line when he buys Dominion Creek. The Beets family erupts into chaos when eldest son Kevin takes the year off. After disappearing for a year, Rick Ness tries to pull off a longshot comeback.

S00E120 Aired November 01, 2024

The Beets Dynasty

The future of King of Klondike Tony Beets' dynasty hangs in the balance as the kids jockey for positions to see who will take over the business.

S00E121 Aired November 08, 2024

Miners vs. Mother Nature

Over six short months, the Klondike's toughest gold miners battle Mother Nature's wrath, coping with storms, floods, summer wildfires and sub-zero temperatures to uncover millions in gold.

S00E122 Aired December 27, 2024

Expansion Mode

Hoping to bring more gold to Dominion Creek, Parker makes a big equipment purchase, prospects a new spot and explores a new business venture.

S00E123 Aired January 17, 2025

It's Good to be King

Determined to keep his hot streak going, Tony scrambles to save a flipped rock truck and replace a downed bridge. Later, he tallies up his gold.

S00E124 Aired March 21, 2025

Mine Boss for the Day

Foreman Mitch Blaschke steps in as mine boss for the day and is immediately confronted with a slew of problems: broken water pumps, rock trucks and excavators.

S00E125 Aired March 28, 2025

Big Man, Tiny Excavator

While digging out Vegas Valley, Rick prospects a new area in Keno that could be richer than anything he'd mined.

S00E126 Aired March 28, 2025

Worth Their Weight in Gold

Gold miners rely on some of the biggest and toughest machines on earth to make their fortunes. But which one is the best of the best?

S00E127 Aired April 11, 2025

The Man in the Gold Room

Chris Doumitt reveals the true story behind his journey from carpenter to becoming a member of the Hoffman crew, and dishes on what it's like to work for Parker.

S00E128 Aired October 30, 2020

Paydirt Playbook

S00E129 Aired February 19, 2021

Show Me The Gold

S00E130 Aired February 26, 2021

Band Of Brothers

S00E131 Aired September 19, 2021

Against All Odds

S00E132 Aired September 24, 2021

The Kid Vs. The King

S00E133 Aired October 01, 2021

Klondike Kingpins

S00E134 Aired October 08, 2021

Madmax Or Madman

S00E135 Aired February 04, 2022

Ends Of The Earth

S00E136 Aired February 16, 2018

Gold Rush: Live

Tony, Parker, and Todd sit down on live television with host Matt Rodgers to discuss this season so far and make the most epic announcement that will change Gold Rush forever.

S00E137 Aired September 16, 2022

Moving Heaven and Earth

To score a big payday the miners risk everything to haul their gold-catching equipment over sketchy bridges, through bushfires and across the frozen north.

S00E138 Aired September 29, 2023

The Early Years

The Early Years

S00E139 Aired October 05, 2018

End of an Era

The 2017 mining season changed the course of Gold Rush forever as one miner says goodbye after eight years. Todd bets Parker 100 ounces of gold that he can mine the most this season. Parker also goes to war with Tony as he makes a bid for independence.

S00E140 Aired October 11, 2019

15 Million Dollar Season

Last year was the biggest haul ever for the miners, despite the extreme hardships and challenges Parker, Tony & Rick faced. Experience all the highs and lows from the epic 2018 season which could be last time all three men mine in the Klondike.

S00E141 Aired December 06, 2019

You Can't Stop The Beets

Tony and his family spend time together looking back through the successes and failures form their year's mining for gold. Tony assesses which of the kids might take over one day.

S00E142 Aired December 02, 2021

Epic Fails

From Hoffman to the Beets and Parker, these are the gold miners biggest screwups. Where Are They Now? To strike it rich, gold miners risk it all, and when it goes wrong it can result in an epic fail: flipped rock trucks, a burning washplant, sunken excavators and more

S00E143

TBA

TBA

S00E144 Aired March 13, 2020

Parker's Trail: Outback Gold

As the Yukon freezes, Parker Schnabel sets his sights on buying a gold-rich claim in Australia. With the help of third-generation Aussie prospector, Tyler Mahoney, Parker takes his team Down Under in search of ground he can mine year-round.