Tanked, a show about building cool fish tanks, had a good run for 15 seasons on Animal Planet. People worldwide loved watching the Las Vegas fish tank installer create amazing tanks in fancy homes. But good things don’t last forever, and the show ended in 2019. The network said it naturally came to an end after 15 fantastic seasons.
Some drama happened between one of the hosts, Wayde, and his wife, Heather, but that wasn’t the main reason the show stopped. The real deal was that not as many people were watching it anymore. Wayde King said, “They make the best and coolest tanks globally, and they’re not stopping.”
Later, they started a new show on YouTube called “Lifestyles of the Fish and Famous.” It’ll be like Tanked with Wayde and Brett working with famous people and doing fun stuff. They’re known for turning things like cars into special aquariums.
Even though Tanked got canceled, they still sell stuff and give tours to big groups every day. Their tanks cost from $20,000 to $1 million. The YouTube show started, and it’s believed that it is not about fish. They’ve also made custom homes for reptiles and birds. In simple terms, Tanked is still in business but is no longer available on Animal Planet.
About Tanked
Tanked was a TV show on Animal Planet from August 7, 2011, to December 28, 2018. It followed the story of a company in Las Vegas called Acrylic Tank Manufacturing. It was owned by brothers-in-law Brett Raymer and Wayde King. Brett’s sister Heather, married to Wayde, works as the company’s accountant. Their dad, Irwin Raymer (The General), is the office manager.
Other people you see a lot on the show include shop manager Robert “Robbie Redneck” Christlieb and sales coordinator Agnes Wilczynski.
In 2012, Animal Planet re-released the whole series with extra comments from the cast. They called it “Tanked: Unfiltered.” On March 17, 2018, Animal Planet said the show would end after the fifteenth season. Tanked was also available on the DMAX channel in the United Kingdom.
Explore the Timeline of Tanked Seasons
Here you can check when each season came out:
- Season 1: August 7, 2011, to September 16, 2011
- Season 2: April 14, 2012, to June 9, 2012
- Season 3: August 11, 2012, to November 17, 2012
- Season 4: March 22, 2013, to June 7, 2013
- Season 5: August 2, 2013, to September 13, 2013
- Season 6: November 1, 2013, to December 12, 2013
- Season 7: March 7, 2014, to May 16, 2014
- Season 8: September 19, 2014, to January 16, 2015
- Season 9: May 29, 2015, to January 1, 2016
- Season 10: April 16, 2016, to July 1, 2016
- Season 11: September 23, 2016, to November 18, 2016
- Specials: December 9, 2016, to March 10, 2017
- Season 12: April 21, 2017, to June 30, 2017
- Season 13: October 6, 2017, to December 15, 2017
- Season 14: March 31, 2018, to June 8, 2018
- Season 15: November 2, 2018, to December 28, 2018
Is Tanked A Real Business?
Brett Raymer, from the show “Tanked” on Animal Planet, wants us to know it’s all real. He and his brother-in-law, Wayde King, run Acrylic Tank Manufacturing in Las Vegas, making amazing aquariums.
Everything you see on the show, including the funny pranks they play on each other and their family, is genuine. No scripts; it’s all of them being themselves. They want what’s best for their company and are happy doing what they do.
The tanks they create on the show usually cost $20,000 or more, with the most expensive being $350,000 for an Alabama casino. Brett doesn’t always share the prices on the show because the producers don’t want it to seem like the tanks are too expensive for people.
Why Did Animal Planet Cancel ‘Tanked’?
Animal Planet canceled showing a program called “Tanked” after running for 15 seasons. They said it naturally came to an end last year. The show was about a Las Vegas company making cool fish tanks for famous people. But not many people were watching it anymore.
Even though one of the hosts, Wayde King, had problems with his wife, Heather, that wasn’t why they stopped the show. Heather got into trouble for hitting Wayde during an argument. They were married for 21 years but decided to get a divorce. Heather asked for some support and to take care of their kids. The decision to end the show had already been made before all this happened. It looks like Animal Planet chose the right time to stop it. Wayde and Heather have stepped away from the spotlight since their high-profile divorce.
Where Can You Still Watch ‘Tanked’?
Tanked, the show that used to be on Animal Planet, has been available on different streaming platforms like Max and Apple TV+ since it ended in 2019. You can watch many seasons of the show, but once you finish, you might wonder why they didn’t keep making it forever.
There were good reasons to stop Tanked, and it might have different hosts if it ever comes back. Fish enthusiasts will have to enjoy the seasons they have. But don’t worry, there are other reality shows on streaming platforms, even if they’re not exactly like Tanked. Tanked might be done, but there’s always new reality TV.
You can watch “Tanked” on different platforms like Discovery+, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, Max, Animal Planet, and FuboTV. It’s also available for free with ads on Animal Planet. If you want to buy and download it, you can do so on Amazon Video, Vudu, and Google Play Movies.
How Popular Is It Compared to Other Shows?
As for its popularity, “Tanked” ranks 7176 out of various shows. People seem more interested in shows like Cardcaptor Sakura, Hung, The Temptations, and This Is Not Happening, which are higher on the list.
The Bottom Line
Yes, Tanked is still in business, creating extraordinary custom fish tanks despite the show’s conclusion in 2019. While the TV series may have ended, the real-life aquarium business owned by Brett Raymer and Wayde King continues to thrive. They design and build unique tanks for clients, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship. You won’t find them on Animal Planet anymore, but Tanked lives on as a successful venture beyond television.
For enthusiasts eager to experience their work, the company’s ongoing presence ensures that the legacy of Tanked persists in the realm of custom aquarium design.