On Labor Day—Monday, September 6—Animal Planet will air a one-hour special episode of Whale Wars called Whale Wars: From Pirate to Prisoner.
During the season finale of Whale Wars, viewers were left with a final image of Captain Pete Bethune as he is taken into custody by Japanese officials for the February 15 boarding of the Shōnan Maru 2 where he attempted to conduct a citizen’s arrest on the captain.
Bethune was charged with trespassing, obstructing the passage of a vessel, carrying a knife, and damaging property. The skipper was eventually given a two-year suspended sentence and deported to New Zealand.
Whale Wars: From Pirate to Prisoner will pick up where the series left off as Bethune shares his experiences while he was detained in Japan including how he was treated while in custody and what was going through his mind during that time period.
According to Animal Planet:
The outspoken whale warrior will share revelations, opinions and thoughts on the experience after spending four months contemplating his decisions and fate until finally being released. In addition to Bethune's interview, the special will reveal his background, showcase the most exciting highlights from the season featuring Bethune, Captain Paul Watson and other members of Sea Shepherd, and delve into what's next for this environmental cowboy.
Animal Planet will air Whale Wars: From Pirate to Prisoner on Monday, Sept. 6 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.
Watch the sneak peek video:
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