The BEST episodes of Below Deck season 9

Every episode of Below Deck season 9, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Below Deck season 9!

Cruise into uncharted waters with this docu-series that follows a group of crewmembers living and working aboard “Honor,” a 164’ mega-yacht. The upstairs and downstairs worlds collide when this young single crew, known as “yachties,” live, love and work together onboard the luxurious, privately owned yacht, while tending to the ever-changing needs of their wealthy, demanding clients. While each crew member brings a different level of experience, they all share a love for this lifestyle that enables them to travel to some of the most beautiful and exotic locales in the world. Each episode features different charter guests -- from millionaires, to entertainers to hard-partying well-heeled friends -- as they move onto the boat for an at sea adventure.

Last Updated: 12/13/2024Network: BravoStatus: Continuing
We Made It, Ya Slags
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7.42
131 votes

#1 - We Made It, Ya Slags

Season 9 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/31/2022

An exhausted Rachel takes out her frustrations on Heather as she struggles to focus during the last dinner service; long-simmering tensions amongst the crew come to light during the crew's final night out.

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Plenty of Jake to Go Around!
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7.40
146 votes

#2 - Plenty of Jake to Go Around!

Season 9 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/6/2021

As small mistakes from the deck team continue to mount, Heather feels like she is at a dead end with Jessica and decides to make a change. A breast cancer survivor arrives and has very particular tastes to the amusement of Chef Rachel. Rayna and Fraser’s frustrations continue to grow as Captain Lee and Eddie’s working relationship is tested.

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He Kissed A Boy And He Liked It
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7.38
143 votes

#3 - He Kissed A Boy And He Liked It

Season 9 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/29/2021

Heather and the crew plan an 80s themed surprise party for the primary’s 75th birthday but things go south when everything doesn’t go as planned. Frustrated by the deck team's mistakes, Eddie is forced to put his first officer training on the backburner to babysit his crew. Jessica's unhappiness on the boat grows as Fraser and Heather's bond develops. The crew takes an interest in setting up Wes & Jessica romantically but Jake makes a bold move of his own on another crew member, leaving everyone shocked.

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One Step Closer to World Domination
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7.32
165 votes

#4 - One Step Closer to World Domination

Season 9 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/25/2021

As the season begins, an unfamiliar face welcomes the My Seanna crew aboard that shocks everyone. Chief stewardess Heather's frustrations build when she is confronted with a difficult task. First officer Eddie struggles to bring his team up to speed while also dealing with changes in the wheelhouse. Lingering tension from last year's charter season threatens the harmony of the yacht.

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Leave Your Emotions at The Cabin Door
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7.29
147 votes

#5 - Leave Your Emotions at The Cabin Door

Season 9 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/22/2021

Eddie deals with his relationship fallout as Jake and Rayna try to figure out their feelings after Jake’s revelation. After losing his walkie, Fraser starts to feel like he’s failing in his job while Jessica gets upsetting news from back home. The deckhands make yet another mistake that pushes Captain Lee and Eddie to their breaking points.

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Shoulda Joined the Navy
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7.29
133 votes

#6 - Shoulda Joined the Navy

Season 9 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/10/2022

The promise of a new stew brings out Fraser's insecurities much to Heather's dismay; a group of military guests arrive with demanding dietary restrictions which leads to a challenging dinner service for Rachel.

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When Eddie Met Sally
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7.25
146 votes

#7 - When Eddie Met Sally

Season 9 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/20/2021

Captain Lee is frustrated with Eddie and the deck team for their repeated mistakes; Rayna feels like her performance on deck is being affected by other crew members as she reflects on the night out.

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Pissed-On Chickens Can’t Compare
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7.24
139 votes

#8 - Pissed-On Chickens Can’t Compare

Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/15/2021

The crew of My Seanna experiences less than desirable behavior from one of the charter guests. Jake struggles with his new position and Jessica starts begins to remember how much wear and tear a charter season can take on your body. Wes and Jessica build on their friendship while the deck team’s silly mistake leaves Eddie and Captain Lee furious.

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Unfinished Business
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7.22
138 votes

#9 - Unfinished Business

Season 9 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/24/2022

Eddie struggles with how to earn back Rayna's trust while the interior team deals with a demanding group of Hamilton-obsessed guests; Captain Lee is worried that the crew's five-star service could be slipping as Rachel attempts an extravagant dinner.

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Compliments of Captain Lee's Travel Agency
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7.20
142 votes

#10 - Compliments of Captain Lee's Travel Agency

Season 9 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/13/2021

Jessica is unmotivated by service but welcomes a budding romance with Wes as a happy distraction while Captain Lee and Eddie grow weary by the deck crew’s performance. A meat and potatoes family vacation takes an awkward turn when a late night hot tub session becomes too close for comfort. A night out proves to be a critical turning point for the crew of My Seanna.

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Bourbon Buffoonery
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7.18
148 votes

#11 - Bourbon Buffoonery

Season 9 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/8/2021

Captain Lee lays down the law; Eddie is determined to promote Jake to lead deckhand; Heather is on a mission to redeem herself from the first charter's housekeeping mistakes; Rachel confronts Eddie about the unsavory remarks.

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New Stew on the Block
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7.18
141 votes

#12 - New Stew on the Block

Season 9 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/17/2022

Love is on full display as U.S. Navy vet couples renew their vows onboard My Seanna. Eddie gets to the bottom of Rayna's frustrations and is surprised by what he uncovers. Fraser's insecurities are tested as a new face arrives in St. Kitts.

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Boat Daddy
star
7.14
159 votes

#13 - Boat Daddy

Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/1/2021

Captain Sean's hands-on managerial style continues to frustrate Eddie; the staff works hard to pull off an elaborate beach picnic for the guests; Fraser feels pulled in multiple directions by Heather; on the first night out, two crew members hook up.

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The Smell of Sweat and Desperation
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7.05
127 votes

#14 - The Smell of Sweat and Desperation

Season 9 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/3/2022

Rachel continues to struggle with the primary's requests while Heather and Fraser have their hands full as they work without a third stew; past actions throw Heather into a spiral, while Rayna battles with how to feel about her crew's transgressions.

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Reunion
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6.99
106 votes

#15 - Reunion

Season 9 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/7/2022

Host Andy Cohen sits down with the My Seanna crew for the Below Deck Reunion. "Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen," the only live late night, interactive talk show, features guests from the world of entertainment, politics and pop culture.

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