Baywatch 2026 Reboot Reveals Full Cast: 16 New Stars and 4 Original Series Veterans

The Baywatch universe is making a splash on television once again. A reboot of the iconic series is currently in development at Fox, with production ramping up significantly this year.

The project received its initial series order in March 2024, with confirmation following in 2025 that it would launch during the 2026-2027 broadcast season. Filming commenced in mid-March and has been proceeding at full speed, with crews capturing scenes both at beach locations and on Los Angeles sound stages.

The revival centers on Hobie Buchannon, the fan-favorite character from the original series who has now ascended to captain of Baywatch. Following his father Mitch's legendary legacy, Hobie's life takes an unexpected turn when Charlie—his previously unknown daughter—arrives on his doorstep determined to join the lifeguard ranks and honor the Buchannon name. Meanwhile, Cody Madison, the original series heartthrob, has transitioned to running The Shoreline, the beloved Baywatch bar-and-grill. Though he's stepped back from full-time duty, Cody still dons his red trunks for occasional rescue missions while mentoring the new generation of lifeguards.

Matt Nix has been tapped as showrunner and executive producer, while McG will helm the series premiere. The network greenlit 12 episodes in September 2025, with the show's debut scheduled for January 2027.

The cast announcement includes 16 newly cast actors joining the project, along with four returning veterans from the original series. Additional cast members have been spotted on set during filming, with their official announcements forthcoming.