Gold Rush: White Water: Help From Above (Discovery, Friday, April 18, 2025)

Gold Rush: White Water

The icy grip of Alaska calls once again to the intrepid miners of “Gold Rush: White Water.” Returning for a ninth season, Dakota Fred and his son Dustin are back in the game, driven by the twin engines of redemption and the allure of a hefty payday. But this season, the Alaskan wilderness isn’t just a challenging opponent; it’s a force of nature poised to deliver some devastating blows.

“Help From Above” takes on a chilling double meaning as the team confronts unimaginable loss amidst Mother Nature’s fury. The episode hints at a season of extreme highs and lows, pushing the miners to their limits. But even as tragedy strikes, the relentless pursuit of gold glitters on the horizon, driving them toward what could be the biggest find of their lives.

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This isn’t your average treasure hunt. “Gold Rush: White Water” goes beyond the usual reality TV tropes, offering a raw and visceral look at the physical and emotional toll of mining in one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth.

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“Gold Rush: White Water” airs Friday, April 18th at 10:02 PM ET/PT on Discovery.

Andrew Martins, reviewer, recapper, deep diver, scifi specialist. Thinks Blakes 7 is better than Star Trek. Yes I do go to fan conventions and no I don't dress up. Well okay maybe I do a bit.