Swamp People Season 15, Episode 10: Troy Landry, Ronnie Adams, and Pickle Wheat Clash in “King for a Day”

Air Date: March 7, 2024 | Duration: 1h 2m 53s | TV Rating: TV-PG (V, L)

In Swamp People Season 15, Episode 10, titled “King for a Day,” tensions rise as longtime fan-favorite Troy Landry faces increasing pressure to defend his title as King of the Swamp. With rival Ronnie Adams gunning for the crown, and poachers threatening their hard-earned catches, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Troy vs. Ronnie: A Battle for Swamp Supremacy

From the start, this episode brings back a flashback moment that fuels the current rivalry. Ronnie, with his usual swagger, pokes fun at Troy, saying:

“The prince of the swamps here, baby.”
To which Troy quips back:
“The queen, more like.”

It’s a playful yet telling exchange that sets the tone. Troy, focused and undeterred, acknowledges the constant challenge to his reign:

“One of these days, somebody gonna knock me off of the throne… but I don’t know if it’s going to be this year.”

Determined to stay on top, Troy focuses on quality over quantity:

“I want to make sure we have the biggest not just the most .”
He and Pickle gear up to target the largest gators in the bayou, hoping to shut down Ronnie’s taunts with a record-breaking haul.

High Stakes and Higher Tensions

As the Landrys get to work, the team faces setbacks. A potentially massive gator escapes when their line is mysteriously cut — hinting at poacher interference.

Pickle says: “Somebody cut our line… Once they cut, the alligator’s gone. He’s history.”
The loss is a hard hit, but it only fuels Troy’s determination to catch a beast big enough to reassert dominance.

Swamp Wisdom: What It Takes to Be King

In a standout moment, Troy reflects on what separates top-tier swampers from the rest:

“To be the king of the swamp… you got to be willing to work harder and do more than the other alligator hunters. It’s that simple.”
It’s a humble yet powerful philosophy that’s kept him on top season after season.

Monster Catch: The 12-Foot Redemption

Late in the day, the tide turns. With Pickle’s support and Troy’s unwavering grit, they land a massive 12-foot gator—a crucial victory in the face of mounting pressure.

Pickle says: “It’s a massive 12 foot alligator… I hate to tell you Mr. Ronnie, but Mr. Troy is still the king of the swamp.”

Subplots and Side Struggles

• Bruce Mitchell faces equipment failure as his boat motor struggles after a long season.
• Joey Edgar and Zak Catchem are on a different kind of mission—protecting a rancher’s cattle from gators stalking the land.
• Meanwhile, Pickle Wheat once again proves her value as Troy’s trusted partner, showing skill and resolve during critical catches.