To Catch a Smuggler

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  • TV-14
  • 2011
  • 9 Seasons
  • 6.9  (247)

To Catch a Smuggler is a gripping TV series produced by National Geographic that follows the daily activities of US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers as they work to prevent illegal goods from entering the country at JFK International Airport in New York City, one of the busiest airports in the world.

Denise Toto, a veteran CBP officer with more than 25 years of experience, and Jim Finn, a former NYPD detective who became a CBP officer, lead the team of officers who are responsible for keeping the airport's borders safe. Every day, they have to deal with a wide range of threats, from drugs and contraband to guns, counterfeit products, and even wildlife smuggling.

The show provides an inside look at the daily operations of the CBP officers, who work tirelessly to ensure that nothing is overlooked at the airport. The officers have to be vigilant and maintain a high level of attention to detail as smugglers use a variety of tactics to try and evade detection.

To Catch a Smuggler shows how CBP officers use a wide range of equipment and technology to scan luggage and cargo, such as X-ray machines, radiation detectors, and drug-sniffing dogs. They also use their instincts, training, and experience to identify suspicious behavior and intercept illegal goods.

The show is filled with suspenseful moments as the officers race against the clock to intercept smugglers before they can escape the airport. They often have to work in coordination with law enforcement agencies in other countries to track down the origin of illegal goods and the people behind smuggling operations.

One particularly interesting aspect of the show is its focus on the human element of smuggling. Viewers get to see how smugglers try to conceal illegal goods using a range of imaginative methods, such as hiding drugs in everyday objects or sewing them into clothing. The show also highlights the social and economic factors that drive people to get involved in smuggling, such as poverty, greed, and desperation.

To Catch a Smuggler is a must-watch for anyone interested in law enforcement, border security, or the fight against organized crime. The show provides a fascinating insight into the daily struggles of CBP officers as they try to keep America's borders safe.

The show's production quality is excellent, with high-definition footage and dramatic reenactments of smuggling attempts that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The production team also does an excellent job of explaining the technology and techniques used by CBP officers in a way that is easy to understand for laypeople.

Overall, To Catch a Smuggler is an entertaining, informative, and thought-provoking show that provides a unique perspective on the world of smuggling and law enforcement. Denise Toto, Jim Finn, and the rest of the CBP team are true heroes who risk their lives every day to keep America safe, and this show is a testament to their bravery and dedication.

To Catch a Smuggler is a series that ran for 9 seasons (79 episodes) between November 27, 2011 and on National Geographic

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Seasons
Meth Inside the Machine
8. Meth Inside the Machine
October 16, 2024
Homeland Security Investigations arrests human smugglers after following transport cars in El Paso, discovering overcrowded and rundown stash houses in New Mexico. U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Miami checks cargo and discovers meth concealed within makeshift machinery parts. In Detroit, at the northern border, CBP seizes undeclared currency entering and leaving the U.S. by land and air.
Drugs, Bugs and the Big Buy-Bust
7. Drugs, Bugs and the Big Buy-Bust
October 9, 2024
Rookie U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in El Paso discover heroin, meth and 100 pounds of marijuana. CBP agriculture specialists with their K9 partners find pests in flower shipments and seize prohibited items from luggage. Homeland Security Investigations in Los Angeles makes an arrest connected to the importation of illegal gun parts and sets up an undercover drug buy-bust operation.
No Rest for the Wicked
6. No Rest for the Wicked
October 2, 2024
Homeland Security Investigations in San Diego tracks a suspicious vehicle for 48 hours, leading them to a stash house. Customs and Border Protection meticulously screens outbound travelers at Dulles International Airport for undisclosed currency. In Calexico, CBP agents employ specialized tools to uncover well-concealed narcotics inside a vehicle's gas tank and oil pan.
These Bedsheets Are Dope!
5. These Bedsheets Are Dope!
September 25, 2024
At Dulles Airport, outside the nation's capital, Customs and Border Protection checks for contraband and finds a large amount of marijuana as the U.S. becomes a source country for certain drugs. In El Paso, CBP uncovers bundles of cocaine inside a bumper and dismantles a vehicle littered with meth. In San Diego, Border Patrol scans the desert and roadways for signs of human smuggling.
Spiced and Loaded
4. Spiced and Loaded
September 18, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection in El Paso finds numerous bundles of drugs cleverly hidden inside elaborate makeshift vehicle compartments. Homeland Security Investigations in San Diego follows a suspicious automobile that crossed the border transporting methamphetamine. And at JFK's international mail facility, CBP intercepts packages containing looted antiquities from Ukraine.
Blitzed at the Border
3. Blitzed at the Border
September 11, 2024
CBP officers in McAllen shut down the port over a potential bomb threat. HSI San Diego conducts a sting operation to arrest fentanyl traffickers.
Weed In, Weed Out
2. Weed In, Weed Out
September 4, 2024
Border Patrol chases suspect fleeing arrest; CBP stops weed leaving U.S.
Unholy Guacamole
1. Unholy Guacamole
September 2, 2024
HSI finds cocaine hidden in frozen avocado paste; CBP recovers stolen cars.
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Where to Watch To Catch a Smuggler
To Catch a Smuggler is available for streaming on the National Geographic website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch To Catch a Smuggler on demand at Disney+, Amazon, Hulu, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play, Apple TV and National Geographic.
  • Premiere Date
    November 27, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (247)
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