Shark Tank 2009
“The next bright idea is out there.”
What is Shark Tank?
Shark Tank is an American business reality television series that debuted on ABC in 2009. The show features aspiring entrepreneurs who present their business ideas or products to a panel of wealthy investors known as "The Sharks." These self-made millionaires and billionaires evaluate each pitch and decide whether to invest in the ventures.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 377
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 9, 2009
- Last aired
- Apr 22, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Reality
- Updated
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Shark Tank is an American business reality television series that debuted on ABC in 2009. The show features aspiring entrepreneurs who present their business ideas or products to a panel of wealthy investors known as "The Sharks." These self-made millionaires and billionaires evaluate each pitch and decide whether to invest in the ventures. The series is part of the international Dragons' Den format, originally based on the Japanese show The Tigers of Money. It provides a platform for innovators to gain funding, mentorship, and exposure for their businesses. The Sharks include prominent figures such as Mark Cuban and Kevin O'Leary, who bring their expertise to guide potential investments. The show has become a cultural touchstone for entrepreneurship, offering insight into the process of pitching ideas and securing financial backing. It remains a popular program on ABC, drawing audiences interested in business innovation and success stories.
Should you watch it?
“Aspiring entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to wealthy tycoons in hopes of securing financial investment.”
- insight into business negotiation
- exposure to diverse entrepreneurial ideas
- high-pressure environment
- intense criticism of pitches
Watch it if you enjoy observing high-stakes business negotiations and product development pitches.
The program features intense interpersonal conflict and professional critique within a business setting.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 14 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Shark Tank: Series Premiere Aug 9, 2009
- E2 Inner-city teacher pitches proposal Aug 16, 2009
- E3 Entrepreneurial novice Aug 23, 2009
- E4 Graffiti-removal business Aug 30, 2009
- E5 Body Jac Sep 6, 2009
- E6 Chicago entrepreneur plays hardball Sep 13, 2009
- E7 A housewife charms the male sharks Sep 29, 2009
- E8 Overconfidence could blow a deal Oct 6, 2009
- E9 Preventing cancer in pets Oct 13, 2009
- E10 Unusual business proposal Oct 20, 2009
- E11 Salad dressing mix; golf ball cleaner Jan 8, 2010
- E12 An idea for a portable hand degreaser Jan 15, 2010
- E13 Old-fashioned ice cream men Jan 29, 2010
- E14 A man reinvents the umbrella Feb 5, 2010
Season 2 · 9 episodes
- E1 Seafood Chef, Premium wine glass Mar 20, 2011
- E2 Toygaroo, Nose filter, Bacon alarm clock Mar 25, 2011
- E3 Kids seek an investor for their idea Apr 1, 2011
- E4 HillBilly, BrocoliWad, Airline child seat Apr 8, 2011
- E5 Fridge Fronts Apr 15, 2011
- E6 Maternity Gowns, CaddySwag, SweepEasy Apr 21, 2011
- E7 Football hydration, Games2U, EcoMower Apr 28, 2011
- E8 ThinSpeakers, Fart candle, Firehose valve May 5, 2011
- E9 CitiKitty, OneSole, Due In... May 12, 2011
Season 3 · 15 episodes
- E1 Week 1 Jan 20, 2012
- E2 Week 2 Jan 27, 2012
- E3 Week 3 Feb 3, 2012
- E4 Week 4 Feb 10, 2012
- E5 Week 5 Feb 17, 2012
- E6 Week 6 Feb 24, 2012
- E7 Week 7 Mar 2, 2012
- E8 Week 8 Mar 9, 2012
- E9 Week 9 Mar 16, 2012
- E10 Week 10 Mar 23, 2012
- E11 Week 11 Apr 13, 2012
- E12 Week 12 Apr 27, 2012
- E13 Week 13 May 4, 2012
- E14 Week 14 May 11, 2012
- E15 Week 15 May 18, 2012
Season 4 · 26 episodes
- E1 September 14, 2012 Sep 14, 2012
- E2 September 21, 2012 Sep 21, 2012
- E3 September 28, 2012 Sep 28, 2012
- E4 October 5, 2012 Oct 5, 2012
- E5 October 12, 2012 Oct 12, 2012
- E6 October 19, 2012 Oct 19, 2012
- E7 October 26, 2012 Oct 26, 2012
- E8 November 2, 2012 Nov 2, 2012
- E9 November 9, 2012 Nov 9, 2012
- E10 November 16, 2012 Nov 16, 2012
- E11 December 4, 2012 Dec 4, 2012
- E12 January 4, 2013 Jan 4, 2013
- E13 January 11, 2013 Jan 11, 2013
- E14 February 1, 2013 Feb 1, 2013
- E15 February 8, 2013 Feb 8, 2013
- E16 February 15, 2013 Feb 15, 2013
- E17 February 22, 2013 Feb 22, 2013
- E18 March 1, 2013 Mar 1, 2013
- E19 March 8, 2013 Mar 8, 2013
- E20 March 29, 2013 Mar 29, 2013
- E21 April 5, 2013 Apr 5, 2013
- E22 April 26, 2013 Apr 26, 2013
- E23 May 3, 2013 May 3, 2013
- E24 May 10, 2013 May 10, 2013
- E25 May 17, 2013 (1) May 17, 2013
- E26 May 17, 2013 (2) May 17, 2013
Season 5 · 29 episodes
- E1 Lynnae's Gourmet, Pickles, Postcard on the Run, Rolodoc, Sweet Ballz Sep 20, 2013
- E2 Breathometer, Man Medals, Mango Mango Sep 27, 2013
- E3 Fairytale Wishes, Freeloader, Kook'n Kap, Rapid Ramen Oct 4, 2013
- E4 Hamboards, Scan, ScreenMend, Sunday Night Slow Jams Oct 11, 2013
- E5 BareEase, Rent A Goat, RuffleButts, Veggie Mama Oct 18, 2013
- E6 Elephant Chat, FiberFix, Ten Thirty One Productions, Total Merchant Resources Oct 25, 2013
- E7 180CUP, Better Life, Kymera, Tree T Pee Nov 1, 2013
- E8 Paparazzi Proposals, Bellybuds, Schulzies Bread Pudding, PetPaint Nov 8, 2013
- E9 DoorBot, Magic Moments, SLAWSA, Surprise Ride Nov 15, 2013
- E10 YUBO, Pursecase, Chocomize, Grace and Lace Nov 22, 2013
- E11 Virtuix, SpiritHoods, Fohawx, Bubba's Q BBQ Dec 6, 2013
- E12 Cashmere Hair, The Hanukah Tree Topper, Tipsy Elves, Line-Netics Dec 13, 2013
- E13 Bounce Boot Camp, Wall Rx, Eyebloc, GrooveBook Jan 10, 2014
- E14 Alaska Glacial Mud Co., invisiPlug, LockerBones, Balloon Distractions Jan 17, 2014
- E15 SwimZip, FitDeck, LifeCaps, Freshly Picked Jan 24, 2014
- E16 Cow Wow, Nexersys, Cycloramic, The Cookie Dough Cafe Jan 31, 2014
- E17 Moberi, Spy Escape and Evasion, DDP YOGA, Southern Culture Artisan Foods Feb 21, 2014
- E18 Cheek'd, Zipit, Bambooee, Buzzy Feb 28, 2014
- E19 Revolights, Squeeky Knees, Buffer Bit, U-lace Mar 7, 2014
- E20 Define Bottle, iReTron, Boo Boo Goo, Henry's Humdingers Mar 14, 2014
- E21 Chapul, Garage Door Lock, Morninghead, Packback Mar 21, 2014
- E22 Kodiak Cakes, Monkey Mat, Plated, The Paint Brush Cover Apr 4, 2014
- E23 Happy Feet, Lord Nut Levington, Velocity Signs, Hold Your Haunches Apr 10, 2014
- E24 Taylor Robinson Music, Funtime Express, Power Pot, Quickstop Fire Sprinkler Tools Apr 11, 2014
- E25 ilumi, Zoobean, Intelli-Stopper, Fort Magic Apr 18, 2014
- E26 Crio Bru, Rugged Races, Cerebral Success, Mo's Bows Apr 25, 2014
- E27 The Bouqs Company, Angellift, HangEase, Susty Party May 2, 2014
- E28 Oru Kayak, Bon Affair, Hargitt Marine Services, Cinnaholic May 9, 2014
- E29 Baker's Edge, Foot Fairy, Tie-Not, BZBOX May 16, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
Aspiring entrepreneurs present their business concepts to a panel of wealthy investors.
Who are the investors?
The investors are successful multi-millionaire and billionaire tycoons.
What is the goal of the entrepreneurs?
The participants aim to secure an investment for their business ideas.
Is this show educational?
It provides insight into the process of pitching and negotiating business deals.
What is the tone of the show?
The tone is competitive and focused on professional business evaluations.