Los Angeles, CA — Fox Entertainment has officially green-lit a reboot of the iconic lifeguard series Baywatch, slated to premiere in the 2026–2027 TV season. The revival promises a fresh take on the classic show while paying homage to the beachside heroics that made it a global phenomenon.
(Sources: People)
The upcoming series will feature a hot new cast, while retaining the show’s signature high-stakes rescues, interpersonal drama, and the famed red swimsuits that have become cultural icons. Executive producers include the original Baywatch creators Michael Berk, Greg Bonann, and Doug Schwartz, with showrunner Matt Nix at the helm.
Fox describes the reboot as “adrenaline-fueled rescues, tangled relationships, complicated chemistry, and beachside heroics … updated for a modern, global audience.” Fans can expect the familiar thrills of lifeguard heroism, blended with contemporary storytelling and diverse characters.
Social media has already buzzed with excitement, with longtime fans celebrating the return of a show that defined 1990s beach culture, while younger audiences look forward to a modernized version that reflects today’s social and cultural climate.
