Gold Rush Season 17
Gold Rush follows six men who, in the face of an economic meltdown, risk everything - their families, their dignity, and in some cases, their lives - to strike it rich mining for gold in the wilds of Alaska. Inspired by his father Jack, Todd Hoffman of Sandy, Oregon, leads a group of greenhorn miners to forge a new frontier and save their families from dire straits. While leasing a gold claim in Alaska, Todd and his company of newbies face the grandeur of Alaska as well as its hardships, including an impending winter that will halt operations and the opportunity to strike gold. In an effort to keep the operation running, the team takes fate into their own hands with a make or break venture that will change t…
Gold Rush Season 17, Episode 3, “Diagnosing Rick,” airs Friday, October 16, 2026 on Discovery.
Gold Rush Season 17, Episode 3, “Diagnosing Rick,” airs Friday, October 16, 2026 on Discovery.
Where to watch in the US
Current US availability not verified
It may be available now. Check a broader guide while we verify current catalog options.
Episode guide
Episodes
- 1
The Most Gold Wins source at TVmaze
Parker and Tony set 13,000-ounce gold totals, sparking a battle to see who can mine the most and reigniting an old feud. Rick faces health issues and an uncertain future. A new player enters the Klondike fray.
- 2
A Midas Mess source at TVmaze
Tony's crew sinks a bulldozer and two trucks in the Midas Cut while his grandson flirts with a rock truck driver. Parker pushes to get his second wash plant running. Buzz struggles to assemble a new plant.
- 3
Diagnosing Rick source at TVmaze
Rick receives a life-altering diagnosis. Greenhorns push Tony to his breaking point. Parker fires up a third plant and gets surprising gold results.
- 4
Keno City Conclave source at TVmaze
Tony ambushes Rick with a secret offer. With high hopes, Parker's crew fires up a fourth plant in the Quagmire Cut. Buzz bets on White Channel pay.
Cast and crew
About this information
Sources and attribution
Supporting links and attribution for the dates, credits, schedules and watch options shown on this page.
- Cast and crew data
- Next episode schedule
- Season release history
Release dates retain the source wording. Season history records original premieres; availability receipts identify options that can be used now or later.