Overview
- Fox confirmed Friday that Michael Bergin and Kelly Packard will guest star in the network's Baywatch continuation, reprising Jack “J.D.” Darius and April Giminski.
- The series stars Stephen Amell as an adult Hobie Buchannon and centers on Jessica Belkin's character, Charlie, the daughter Hobie never knew who seeks to become a lifeguard.
- David Chokachi is attached in a recurring role as Cody Madison and Erika Eleniak will guest star as Shauni McClain, joining the list of original cast members returning to the franchise.
- The show is co-produced by Fox Entertainment and Fremantle with Matt Nix as showrunner and McG directing the premiere, and Fox has slated a January 2027 midseason debut.
- Producers are pairing legacy cameos with a new ensemble that includes Shay Mitchell, Hassie Harrison and social-media talent to drive fan interest and international sales while some production details, such as episode count, remain unconfirmed.