Contraband: Seized at the Border
The border between the USA and Mexico is the busiest in the world. This series follows the work of America's Customs and Border Protection agency, whose job is to defend the border and stop terrorists, drugs and illegal weapons from entering the country.
Creator: N/A
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: N/A
Release: 2023
Rating: 8.3
Season 1 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2023-05-23
"A woman is investigated for smuggling a baby. Officers find packets filled with cocaine, meth, and heroin in carrots \u2014 indicating gang involvement. Two young women are caught smuggling pills, and a wanted man triggers an alert."
2023-05-30
"Officers discover firearms that may be intended for a Mexican drug lord; a load of Fentanyl hidden in an ice cream freezer; a truck driver transporting puppies is under scrutiny; a wanted woman is detained in Brownsville."
2023-08-08
"Officers discover methamphetamine hidden inside a truck's speakers and confiscate drugs packed deep within lead boxes; a woman denies trafficking pain pills; a man is interviewed to confirm his citizenship."
Season 2 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2023-10-16
"A man returning from Mexico requires emergency Narcan after a suspected opioid overdose; an unlikely family is caught trying to smuggle firearms into Mexico; a woman attempting to sneak prescription meds into the U.S. is caught red-handed."
2023-10-23
"A man who arrives at the border with a baby is concealing another valuable commodity; a couple who fails to declare Mexican avocados ends up causing a scene; a teenager claiming to be a U.S. citizen arrives looking to attend high school in Texas."
2023-10-30
"Following the work of America's Customs and Border Protection agency, whose job is to defend the border and stop terrorists, drugs and illegal weapons from entering the country."
2023-11-06
"The cartel tries to sneak one last shipment over the border just before midnight; officers uncover a delivery that isn't what it seems; a woman acting erratically is found with a Santa Muerte statue, indicating she may have cartel connections."
2023-11-13
"Methamphetamine is found hidden within a semi-truck full of frozen broccoli, a man is caught smuggling pills inside containers of protein powder, a traveler tries to bring a deer trophy across the border, and an intoxicated US citizen is detained."
2023-11-20
"A woman returning from a shopping trip in the US attempts to smuggle dirty money into Mexico; a van full of clothes is hiding an exotic shipment; a man finds a clever hiding place for prescription drugs; a family tries to bring in illicit fruits."
2023-11-27
"A drunk driver causes a three-car crash; a man attempts to import counterfeit goods; an investigation is launched into a pill-smuggling ring, and a shipment of cocaine is found inside office furniture; an armed robber on the run is captured."
2023-12-04
"Dirty cartel money is found hidden in a truck; an intoxicated minor requires medical treatment; a man tries to enter the US with a false visa, and two sisters are caught smuggling meds; a large quantity of cocaine is found hidden inside trash bags."
2023-12-11
"Officers stop a man suspected of money laundering. Cocaine is found hidden in an unexpected area of a shipping truck. A traveler is caught trying to bring weaponry into Mexico. A father is stopped when trying to smuggle medication for his son."
2023-12-18
"An illicit shipment is disguised in bags of concrete. Officers identify a criminal wanted for burglary when he attempts to cross the border. A woman is caught smuggling too many diet pills. A retired police officer almost carries a gun into Mexico."
Season 3 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2024-01-15
"Officers find a surprise in a car that hasn't crossed the border before."
2024-01-22
"Agriculture specialists deal with cattle arriving without required seals."
2024-01-29
"An elite team prepares for the extradition of a cartel Sicario, or hit man wanted for murder in his home country; with the sale of guns and ammo strictly controlled in Mexico, cartels turn to America for the weapons to wage their wars."
2024-02-05
"K9s save the day, identifying gallons of paint and beer bottles filled with more than the officers bargained for; a man with a warrant for his arrest is concealing something suspicious; officers question the intentions of a chatty traveler."
2024-02-12
"An officer catches a woman trying to use a forged visa to get into the US; a rookie officer takes part in a major cocaine seizure; officers suspect a traveller claiming to be a pastor on the way to a religious conference may not be who he says he is."
2024-02-19
"Officers see a trend of narcotics being smuggled inside car dashboards."
2024-02-26
"A new officer makes one of the biggest drug busts her bridge has ever seen."
2024-03-04
"A couple from Mexico arrives with candy unfit for children's consumption."
2024-03-09
"A cartel hitman is extradited, and 50 gallons of moonshine is intercepted."
2024-03-18
"Cardboard packaging hides a secret; a laptop bag conceals narcotics."
Season 4 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2024-04-15
"A man's in a bind when trying to cross with an item that fell from the sky."
2024-04-22
"Officers catch a man trying to enter the US with a manslaughter warrant."
2024-05-06
"A man who claims to have been kidnapped by a cartel seeks asylum in the US."
2024-05-13
"A covert load of hard narcotics is found in a tractor-trailer's air tank."
2024-05-20
"Officers discover an illicit load within a shipment of garbage bags."
2024-05-27
"A retiring officer makes a significant bust before hanging up his hat."
2024-06-03
"Officers uncover a lethal load. A woman and son are caught with fake visas."
2024-06-10
"A former teacher is surprised to find she has a warrant out for her arrest."
2024-06-24
"A magician comes under scrutiny for traveling with his prop dove."
2024-07-01
"A concealed shipment is hidden in the fifth wheel of a tractor trailer."
Season 5 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2024-07-22
"A missing teenager with a rap sheet is turned in to the authorities."
2024-09-30
"Officers struggle to open up an engine part they suspect is hiding drugs."
Season 6 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2025-03-03
"When two sisters are pulled over for making an unsafe lane change, officers discover they have an illicit stash that can't cross the border; a Mexican couple attempts to bring a bag of foul-smelling insects for a special recipe."
2025-03-10
"When a bus is stopped for a routine search, an X-ray reveals some contents may be under pressure; a U.S. family's pet parakeet is denied entry into Mexico and without special USDA approval, it may not be allowed back into America either."
2025-03-17
"When a man waiting in the pedestrian line to enter the U.S. suddenly turns and sprints back toward Mexico, officers give chase; a Mexican national seeks asylum in the U.S. after claiming he was kidnapped and extorted for information by cartels."
2025-03-24
"When a U.S. citizen returning from Mexico is flagged for having an arrest warrant, the man claims to have taken 20 morphine pills in order to avoid prison time; a shipment of car seat cushions coming into America is padded with more than foam."
2025-03-31
"When a man waiting in the pedestrian line to enter the U.S. suddenly turns and sprints back toward Mexico, officers give chase; a Mexican national seeks asylum in the U.S. after claiming he was kidnapped and extorted for information by cartels."
2025-04-14
"Travelers attempt to smuggle firearms within a load of sporting goods. Officers crack down on animal smugglers. Visitors like to bring home traditional gifts to their families in America, but there's still a limit to what can come across the border."
2025-04-21
"The border between the USA and Mexico is the busiest in the world. This series follows the work of America's Customs and Border Protection agency, whose job is to defend the border and stop terrorists, drugs and illegal weapons from entering the country."
2025-04-28
"Officers spot a lone pedestrian entering the U.S. with large bags; the search reveals containers of coffee, one concealing a package of suspected narcotics; the x-ray of a flatbed trailer reveals hidden bundles, but officers struggle to reach them."
2025-05-05
"A truck carrying household goods into Mexico is stopped for inspection; when several boxes are X-rayed, a gun and ammunition are found hidden inside a kids' toy box; a man re-entering the U.S. is stopped after checks reveal he is wanted for murder."
2025-05-12
"Officers are vigilant after a recent gun show in the United States; a traveler's car is inspected when he tells officers a suspicious story about his travels; a man is caught smuggling pills and must choose between jail or giving up information."
Season 7 - Contraband: Seized at the Border
2025-08-04
"When an older couple crossing into the US has cartel logos on their packed clothes, they have some explaining to do. A Mexican driver says he's visiting a friend in Texas, but seems nervous. A vehicle search finds evidence of hidden compartments."
2025-08-11
"When a man is detained on a warrant, the mug shot confirms they have the correct man -- but his fingerprints aren't a match. A woman arrives at the border driving an oil worker's truck. Upon inspection, officers find white powder around the opening."
2025-08-18
"A woman claims she drove 13 hours for a 15-minute dentist appointment, but she can't remember the name of the dentist, and has no proof of her visit. Two men returning from a night in Mexico are pulled over after officers detect a strong smell of weed."
2025-09-01
"When an American band is denied entry into Canada due to incorrect paperwork, CBP officers have to investigate. A U.S. citizen coming back from Mexico is flagged as having an arrest warrant -- while officers dig deeper, she attempts to escape."
