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Fox Unveils Initial Cast and Production Details for 'Baywatch' Reboot Series

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Fox Announces Key Casting and Production Details for "Baywatch" Reboot

Fox has announced key casting and production details for its upcoming "Baywatch" reboot, signaling a new era for the iconic beach drama.

The network has issued a 12-episode straight-to-series order, with production slated to commence this spring on Venice Beach and at the Fox Studio Lot. The series is scheduled to launch during the 2026-2027 television season and will be co-produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle.

Series Overview

Developed since winter 2024, the "Baywatch" reboot aims to feature adrenaline-fueled rescues, complex relationships, and beachside heroics. It seeks to update the original series with a new cast and contemporary challenges, with an objective to protect Southern California's coastline.

Cast and Characters

A blend of familiar faces and new talent will bring the lifeguard drama to life:

  • Stephen Amell has been cast in a series regular role as Hobie Buchannon, a Baywatch Captain. The character was previously portrayed by Brandon Call and Jeremy Jackson in the original series.
  • Shay Mitchell as Trina, described as a former lawyer who transitioned to a full-time lifeguard.
  • Jessica Belkin as Charlie Vale, Hobie Buchannon's previously unknown daughter.
  • Livvy Dunne in a recurring role as Grace, a junior lifeguard. This marks Dunne's professional acting debut.
  • David Chokachi will be reprising his original series role as Cody Madison in a recurring capacity. Cody now manages "The Shoreline," an unofficial Baywatch bar and grill, while also continuing his lifeguard duties.
  • Hassie Harrison as Nat.
  • Thaddeus LaGrone as Brad.
  • Brooks Nader as Selene, identified as the captain of the Zuma Beach lifeguards.
  • Noah Beck as Luke.

Plot Details

The series centers on Hobie Buchannon, a Baywatch Captain whose life is altered by the arrival of his previously unknown daughter, Charlie. Charlie expresses her intention to join Baywatch as a lifeguard, seeking to continue the Buchannon family legacy.

Production Team and Companies

  • Matt Nix (known for "Burn Notice" and "The Gifted") serves as showrunner and executive producer.
  • McG is set to direct the premiere episode and also holds an executive producer credit.
  • Other executive producers include Michael Berk, Greg Bonann, Doug Schwartz, Dante Di Loreto, and Mike Horowitz.

The series is a co-production of Fox Entertainment and Fremantle. Fox Entertainment Global holds domestic distribution rights, while Fremantle manages international sales.

Background on Key Cast Members

  • Stephen Amell is widely recognized for his title role in The CW's "Arrow." His other notable roles include co-leading Starz's "Heels" and a recent appearance in NBC’s "Suits: LA." His film credits include "Code 8" (Parts 1 and 2).
  • Livvy Dunne, a former LSU gymnast and social media personality, boasts over 15 million followers across various platforms. She has appeared on the cover of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue and has indicated plans to pursue a film and television career after retiring from gymnastics in April 2025.

Original Series Context

Following an initial cancellation by NBC, the original "Baywatch" series achieved global popularity, reaching over a billion viewers weekly at its peak.