Filmmaker Eric Goode follows his first love — reptiles — into the dark underworld of exotic animal smuggling. In this billion-dollar global network, everyone is chasing the ultimate prize, whether it be owning the rarest of species, claiming the biggest fortunes, or taking down the most elusive criminals. As he digs deeper, Goode uncovers a labyrinth of outlaw traffickers, bombastic collectors, and the dogged law enforcement agents on their tails.

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★ 7.2/10 August 6, 2026 1 season

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Filmmaker Eric Goode follows his first love — reptiles — into the dark underworld of exotic animal smuggling. In this billion-dollar global network, everyone is chasing the ultimate prize, whether it be owning the rarest of species, claiming the biggest fortunes, or taking down the most elusive criminals. As he digs deeper, Goode uncovers a labyrinth of outlaw traffickers, bombastic collectors, and the dogged law enforcement agents on their tails.

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Tommy Crutchfield Self Hank Molt Self Eric Goode Self Anna Czerniecki Elaine Riley Wilson Young Ray