What Year Did Shark Tank Start
Shark Tank premiered on August 9, 2009, on ABC in the United States. The show adapted the format of the Japanese series Dragons' Den for American audiences.
When Did Shark Tank First Air
The first episode aired as a mid-season replacement during the 2008–2009 television season. Early episodes introduced the investor panel and the pitch format that became the series' signature structure.
Shark Tank Premiere Date and Network
The series debuted on ABC and quickly became a staple of Friday night programming. Since its 2009 launch, Shark Tank has aired numerous seasons and produced spin-offs.
