Episode
Below Deck Mediterranean: Break-ups and Shake-ups
Overview
Capt. Sandy makes a critical decision that impacts the deck team; after the second charter comes to an end, the crew has an eventful night out; two crew members' relationship takes a tumultuous turn, causing Capt. Sandy to intervene.
Details
- Series
- Below Deck Mediterranean
- Season
- Season 7
- Episode
- Episode 5
- Air date
- 2022-08-08
- Runtime
- 44 min
Episode context
Break-ups and Shake-ups is Episode 5 in Season 7 of Below Deck Mediterranean. It aired on 2022-08-08. The runtime is 44 min.
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Episode 4: Skeletons in the Cabin
The Chef and Chief Stew have an icy stand-off; the guests are disappointed when incoming weather forces the boat back to the marina; Captain Sandy is faced with a shocking career first after a crew member makes a mistake during the docking.
Episode 6: Walkie of Shame
A new crew member joins motor yacht Home, bringing new skills to the group. A surge of bad swells has the guests stuck at the dock and puts the crew under pressure. Natasha reunites with a blast from the past. Storm faces a major challenge when his walkie malfunctions during a docking.
More episodes from this season
Episode 3: A Whole Yacht of Scandal
Two yachties are forced to confront their complicated past as Natalya pressures them about the status of their relationship. After a night of letting loose, a crew member on the exterior is worse for the wear, forcing others to pick up the slack. When a group of young charter guests come to party, the crew races to keep up with them. The bosun feels the pressure to perform when the deck team struggles to get the toys out in time.
Episode 7: For Tooth’s Sake
The interior team has a disagreement about their priorities. Captain Sandy and the deck crew attempt a tricky night docking. Tasha breaks shocking news to a fellow yachtie. Kyle deals with an aching personal issue that affects his work. Storm and Natalya go on their first date, but things don’t go as planned.
Episode 2: I've Got a Sea-cret
After recovering from the loss of their stabilizers, the crew contends with a guest who isn’t quiet about his complaints. Chef Dave is determined to win the guests over with his food, but their approval doesn’t come easy. The interior team fires on all cylinders and the deck crew struggles to keep their heads above water. During their first night out, Natalya presses two fellow yachties on the status of their relationship, causing things to get uncomfortable quickly.
Episode 8: Wine Im-Pairing
Kyle gets friendly with someone on board, potentially putting his job on the line. During a deck dispute about the slide, Jason has some unkind words for Storm. Natasha tries to impress the guests with an elaborate wine pairing that nearly sinks the dinner service.
Episode 1: There’s No Place Like Home
Captain Sandy kicks off another charter season in the Mediterranean, this time on the exclusive island of Malta aboard the sleek and ultra-modern motoryacht Home. With all-new department heads, things get off to a tumultuous start when the bosun is left short-handed. When the guests come aboard, the chef struggles to please a guest who’s short on compliments and long on complaints. Eyebrows are raised as crew members question the nature of a relationship between two fellow yachties.
Episode 9: Let Me Be Frank
Natasha and Dave deal with the fallout from the Around the World dinner; the crew pulls together an over-the-top Olympic obstacle course for the guests; a special guest makes an appearance; Kyle transgresses with a charter guest.
Episode 10: Finding the Groove
Storm adjusts to his new role as Bosun. Natalya vents her frustrations about her Chief Stew’s management to another crew member. The crew gets groovy and pulls together a ’70s-inspired party for the guests. Natasha shocks the guests with a surprising offering. Captain Sandy and Storm try to unwind an unexpected anchor tangle.
Episode 11: The Bold and the Betrayal
The deck crew tries to untie a tangled anchor while the guests enjoy paddleboard yoga. Storm comes to the realization that he needs to delegate more and decides to appoint a Lead Deckhand. Natalya grows frustrated over the interior’s organization and is sent over the edge when Natasha and Kyle prioritize service over a tidy pantry. Storm struggles to deal with an insubordinate deckhand. Captain Sandy confronts the interior team about their shortcomings.
Episode 12: We Just Don't Clique
Natasha and Kyle decide to work on their night off in order to organize the pantry, missing out on Mzi’s birthday celebration. During the crew day off, the divisions in the team begin to deepen as two clear cliques form. Storm falls harder for Natalya, but the closer he gets, the more she pushes him away. Courtney tearfully confides in Kyle about her father’s health issues. Storm tries to confront Jason about his attitude and is surprised when Jason turns the conversation on its head.
Episode 13: Charter of Destiny
A shortened charter with energetic guests puts pressure on the crew to pull out all the stops, including a surprise visit from a pop star. Tensions on the interior team continue to rise. Things get awkward and heated when Storm makes a pivotal work decision on a night out.