Below Deck

- Season 8

(2020)

Captain Lee returns to the Caribbean aboard M/Y My Seanna with a brand-new crew and one familiar face, Eddie Lucas, but a critical injury sends Lee to the hospital and puts the fate of the charter season in question. Eddie's return to yachting is rocky as he deals with a new team and a green but lovable deckhand. Chief Stewardess Francesca sets high standards for her interior crew, but this rubs some the wrong way.

The sudden departure of one of his teammates leaves Shane struggling to adapt to the unforeseen responsibilities on deck. Coming off her clash with Francesca, Izzy begins to question if the interior satisfies her dream of being at sea.

Ready to let loose in the Caribbean, James instead finds himself disappointed on the first night out. Heads turn as My Seanna welcomes a new crew member, and Izzy makes a surprising decision, much to the chagrin of James. Francesca comes to grips with the ramifications of her emotional outburst. A charter group of thirsty 20-year-olds arrives, and Shane's mistakes push Eddie's patience to the edge.

Carrying the weight of the deck team begins to take a toll on Eddie. Feeling out of his element, James struggles to connect with his crewmates. Mistakes from a few people fracture the charter, and Captain Lee is forced to level with the crew after a series of dangerous mishaps. Ultimately, Shane's repeated follies push Eddie over the edge.

Shane tries to redeem himself after getting caught sleeping on the job. Meanwhile, Ashling excels in her duties on deck as Elizabeth suffers the scrutiny of Francesca.

After a caviar mishap, the primary's 50th birthday dinner teeters on the edge of disaster, and Rachel finds herself embroiled in interior drama. As Shane's career hangs on by a thread, Francesca's frustrations with Elizabeth build.

Following Captain Lee and Shane’s conversation, the deck team must deal with the fallout. Rachel struggles with her long-distance relationship while James and Elizabeth’s attraction to each other becomes obvious.

A new face joins My Seanna as the repercussions of Rachel's decision cause uncertainty for the charter. Elizabeth gets encouragement from her crew members, and Captain Lee steps in after Eddie is put into a precarious situation.

As the fallout from her impulsive decision lingers, Rachel attempts to regain Captain Lee’s trust, but her antics annoy Eddie. Meanwhile, a demotion within the interior department sparks controversy, and Francesca feels lonely.

While Elizabeth struggles to keep her budding relationship under wraps, James finds himself at the center of the rumor mill. As the crew welcomes a group of experienced boat people, Izzy starts to feel under the weather.

Izzy must play musical bunks, leaving Francesca and Eddie to address professionalism on deck with Elizabeth and James. Meanwhile, Izzy’s condition worsens, and she’s put into quarantine.

Rachel’s antics continue to torment the crew, and Elizabeth finds herself in the doghouse. Sharing his soft and vulnerable side, Captain Lee opens up to Francesca about a personal tragedy.

James plays games at Elizabeth's expense, and Eddie presents Izzy with an interesting opportunity. The team rallies together for a beach cleanup, but warm and fuzzy feelings quickly diminish when Francesca finds out that subordinates slept in a guest cabin without permission.

Pushed to the brink, Francesca loses all trust in Elizabeth while Captain Lee shares an unfortunate bond with the charter guests.

Ashling suffers the consequences of her white lie while Izzy's promotion creates waves on deck and Rob makes his feelings abundantly clear. A condiment mishap fuels the contention between Francesca and Rachel as Elizabeth spends the charter focusing on James instead of her job.

Forced to reckon with their friction, Francesca finally comes to a decision regarding Elizabeth's future on deck. Meanwhile, Rachel's feelings toward the interior take a toll on the crew. As Izzy and Rob's relationship takes a dark turn, James makes a shocking betrayal. Ultimately, unforeseen world events completely alter the course of My Seanna's charter season, leaving everyone uncertain of their future.

Andy Cohen plays the captain at the Ohana crew reunion; where they reveal the most outrageous and controversial moments of the season.