When Sharks Attack

2013•2 series

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Throughout America's coastline shark attacks are on the rise. Many occur in quick succession at new and surprising locations. As vacationers, scientists and locals are all desperate to uncover what is causing the upsurge, National Geographic Channel investigates the attacks to see what is affecting some of nature's most feared fish. The deep-sea saga employs underwater photography, news archives and testimony to deep dive into mysterious and deadly recent shark attacks.

Episode 1Hawaiian Night Fright

Experts search for clues to explain a spike of three bizarre and bloody shark encounters that occurred in Hawaii's Molokai Channel in 2019. (S8, ep 2)

Episode 2Carnage in California

Los Angeles is shocked by four shark attacks in just four months. Experts search for clues to find out if there might be more shark attacks ahead. (S8, ep 1)

Episode 3Space Coast Scare

In 2003, 10 shark attacks off Florida's Space Coast leave swimmers and surfers reeling. Investigators race to uncover the cause before it's too late. (S8, ep 3)

Episode 4Paradise in Peril

In 2018, the Abaco Islands in the Bahamas were hit by three shark attacks in just thirty-nine days, terrifying both vacationers and islanders. U. (S8, ep 6)

Episode 5Twice Bitten

Two unlucky ocean lovers defy the odds when each of them is attacked twice by sharks. Experts look for clues to connect the rare attacks. (S8, ep 4)

Episode 6Gulf Fear

Gulf Shores in Alabama is an idyllic beach town and fishing haven, but this slice of paradise has a dark side: a history of shocking shark attacks. U. (S8, ep 5)

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