Shipping Wars

2012·Show
116Episodes in9Seasons·TV-PG
63
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic–6.2Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

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Shipping Wars fingerprint

High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness4
  • Wholesome3
  • Catharsis3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Shipping Wars is a reality TV series on A&E that began airing on January 10, 2012. The show follows six independent carriers who have discovered that fortunes can be made transporting items that traditional carriers either cannot or will not haul. The series also features uShip, the world’s largest online auction house for independent truckers. For Season 1, the featured carriers are Marc Springer, Roy Garber, Jennifer Brennan, Jarrett Joyce, and Suzanne and Scott Bawcom. Starting with Season 2, the Bawcoms are replaced by the team of Christopher Hanna and Robbie Welsh. Season 3 premiered on December 12, 2012 . New shippers Johnny Chavez and the team of Chelsea Grant and Courtney Aguilera appear in Season 4.
Reality TelevisionLogistics & TransportCompetitive BiddingUnique CargoIndependent TruckingCharacter-DrivenFast-PacedNiche IndustryHuman Interest

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Shipping Wars

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Where can I stream Shipping Wars legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuA&EPluto TVTubi TV

Shipping Wars is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, A&E, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Shipping Wars worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shipping Wars rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does Shipping Wars have?

9 seasons

It has 9 seasons with 116 episodes and is still in production.

When did Shipping Wars air?

It started in 2012 and is still in production.

What language is Shipping Wars in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Shipping Wars?

5ATCADEGBUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Shipping Wars in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Shipping Wars use?

JerkassFanboyKarma HoudiniFanserviceKarmic JackpotVitriolic Best BudsSmug SnakeNoodle IncidentYounger Than They LookCarrying a CakeAuctionBoring Yet Practicaland 30 more

TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Shipping Wars, including Jerkass, Fanboy, Karma Houdini.

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