The WORST episodes of The Waterfront

Every episode of The Waterfront ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Waterfront!

A prominent North Carolina fishing family wades into treacherous waters to keep their crumbling business empire afloat.

Last Updated: 5/20/2026Network: NetflixStatus: Ended

7.17

366 votes

#1 - Almost Okay

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/19/2025

When a suspicious shipwreck draws the eyes of the law, the fractured Buckley family must put aside their grievances to cover their tracks.

Watch Now:Amazon

7.33

300 votes

#2 - Playing with Fire

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/19/2025

As Harlan re-enters a risky alliance tied to the family's past, Belle makes quiet moves to protect what's left of their legacy.

Watch Now:Amazon Apple TV

7.34

329 votes

#3 - Taking Control

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/19/2025

Cane and Harlan take bigger risks to keep the business running. Bree seeks proof to confirm her suspicions about her family.

Watch Now:Amazon

7.35

312 votes

#4 - You Can't Trust a Buckley

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/19/2025

Cane works to contain the growing fallout at home. Harlan connects with a new player — and learns the rules of the game have changed.

Watch Now:Amazon

7.40

303 votes

#5 - I'm a Hugger

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/19/2025

As pressure mounts and operations get riskier, Belle and Harlan struggle to keep a low profile. Old wounds resurface between Cane and Bree.

Watch Now:Amazon

7.51

291 votes

#6 - Hunting Season

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/19/2025

Belle receives upsetting news about the family's future. A hunting trip troubles the fragile alliance between Harlan and Grady. Bree makes a confession.

Watch Now:Amazon

7.53

298 votes

#7 - Lost at Sea

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/19/2025

As tensions flare, a dangerous standoff at sea brings the Buckleys face-to-face with their enemies.

Watch Now:Amazon Apple TV

7.62

300 votes

#8 - Nice Try

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/19/2025

Hoping to regain control of his operation, Harlan tries to outmaneuver an imminent threat. A violent warning shakes the Buckley family to its core.

Watch Now:Amazon