Swamp People is an American reality TV series that follows the daily life of alligator hunters in the Atchafalaya River Basin, Louisiana. The series first premiered on August 22, 2010, on the History Channel network and is currently gearing up for its newest season 15.
In the series, experienced alligator hunters, who are the natives of Louisiana, come together in the hunting season to hunt gators.
About the show Swamp People
The reality TV series “Swamp People” showcases the daily life of these experienced hunters in the gator hunting season, which falls in the month of September. For generations, the natives of Louisiana have hunted the gators in the Atchafalaya River Basin and lived there.
The hunters there teach their young ones basic hunting skills from a young age. During the off-season, the hunters of the series are busy making their livelihood by working in other fields or are engaged in fishing.
During its thirteenth season, the cast of the show has gathered in their hometown for a month and has tried their hardest to hunt and kill the alligators found in the river basin. The cast of the show has confirmed that the fourteenth season of “Swamp People” is set to be released in January 2023.
Swamp People cast
In the show “Swamp People”, the majority of the cast members are from Louisiana, and most of them are from the same family. The original cast of the series includes Bruce Mitchell, who was born in Ponchatoula. Jacob Landry and Troy Landry are from Pierre Part, the Edwards family is from Bayou Sorrel, and Daniel Edgar is from Jeanerette.
Most of the hunters are father-son duos or brothers. The others recurring cast members are Dorien Edgar, Ashley Jones, and Zak Bagby.
After the first season, the cast of the show gained fame and popularity. In an interview, they revealed that their living standard was suddenly better after the positive reviews and responses the show got. There were around eighteen cast members in the recent season of the series.
When does the new Season of Swamp People Start? Season 15.
As of 2023, the reality TV series “Swamp People” has run successfully for 14 seasons. The final episode of the season 14 of swamp people was aired on April 2023. The show depicts the daily battle of the hunters in the Atchafalaya River Basin, who are only allowed to hunt gators in the month of September.
However, the cast members of the show have risen to fame after the show was acknowledged by many viewers and critics alike.
In one of the latest post by Jacob Landry, he hinted that the filming of the new season 15 has already started.
The first hint Jacob Posted was back in July 19, where he wrote
Can’t believe In just a little over a month we will be back at it for Season 15!!! For those who want to come and check out what it’s all about we allow people to gather at the dock where we unload. So put Duffy’s Gas Station in the gps and head on over during the month of September!! You never know just who might show up!
The Secon Update about the show was made by Jacob Ladry, that hinted, the show has started filming. On his post, he wrote,
Clock is winding down till it’s time to put the Savage Arms to work while filming Season 15 with Don Brewer! With more tags than ever we will be putting all the tools to the test but that’s why we only use the BEST! We appreciate all our sponsors, partners and friends that help in any way! Without you our jobs wouldn’t be as easy.
So, it’s official, Swamp People season 15 is happening. As for the release date, you might have to wait until next year for the new season to air. Be patience!
I can’t wait for the new season….love these guys..💜💜
We miss them. Love Swamp People. We’ve watched every season and want to see more. I don’t even mind watching reruns!
i have watched this show from season 1.love it always talking to my wife about visiting the area.i pray Troy has a good recovery and that he will be able to continue with the show.their is some great people on the show but Troy i believe is the one that makes the show.
I LOVE THAT SHOW hope our local channel will carry it this year