Summer is officially kicking off on Bravo with the season premiere of Below Deck.

The popular reality show returns for its 12th season, bringing back well-known personalities such as Captain Kerry Titheradge and Chief Stew Fraser Olender aboard the St. David superyacht.

This season is expected to be full of excitement and drama. The trailer hints at a crisis on the yacht, a canceled charter, and features Captain Titheradge asserting his authority by saying, “there’s one authority on this boat, and it’s me. I’m not messing around.”

You can also expect to see hijinks and sparks flying between the yachties and their “beautifully incestuous crew.”

Here’s everything you need to know about Below Deck Season 12 on Bravo.

What Time is Below Deck on Tonight?

Below Deck is on tonight, June 2, at 8 p.m. ET. New episodes air weekly on Bravo every Monday at 8 p.m. ET.

How to Watch Below Deck for Free:

To catch Below Deck live without a cable subscription, a live TV streaming service is required. We suggest using DIRECTV, which provides a five-day free trial and includes Bravo in its basic package. Additionally, with new genre packs that personalize your streaming, you can access Bravo at a reduced rate by subscribing to the MyEntertainment pack.

fuboTV is another great free option that’s also offering great savings on the first month. After a seven-day free trial, you’ll be able to save $20 on your first month, bringing the $84.99/month price down to $64.99.

Is Below Deck Season 12 on Peacock?

Below Deck Season 12 will not stream live on Peacock, but subscribers will be able to watch new episodes of Below Deck on Tuesdays, the day after they air on cable.

It’s the most cost-effective way to tune in to Below Deck if you’re fine not watching it live.

Below Deck Season 12 Cast:

Captain Kerry Titheradge will return for his second season at the helm of the St. David. He joined Below Deck as captain in Season 11 after one season as the captain on Below Deck Adventure.

Chief Stew Fraser Olender will also return for his fourth Below Deck season, third as chief steward. Deckhand Kyle Stillie will also return for another season.

Newcomers to the St. David for Season 12 include chef Lawrence Snowden; stewardesses Solène Favreau (a Love Island France alum!), Barbara Kulaif, and Rainbeau de Roos; bosun Caio Poltronieri; and deckhands Jess Theron and Damo Yorg.

Below Deck Season 12 Trailer and Sneak Peek:

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