‘Baywatch’ Star Announces Comeback in Series Reboot
David Chokachi, known for his role in the original Baywatch series, is making a return in a reboot of the iconic show. He will reprise his character, Cody Madison, on Fox’s new adaptation set to premiere for the 2026-2027 television season.
Details about the Baywatch Reboot
Chokachi joins Arrow star Stephen Amell, who will portray Hobie Buchanon. This character is the son of the legendary lifeguard, Mitch Buchannon, originally played by David Hasselhoff.
Cody Madison’s New Role
In this modern retelling, Cody runs a restaurant named The Shoreline, which serves as “the unofficially official Baywatch bar-and-grill.” Although he now runs a restaurant, he still puts on his trademark red trunks to save lives and serves as a mentor to the new lifeguards.
- Cody Madison: Restaurant owner and mentor to lifeguards.
- The Shoreline: Baywatch-themed bar-and-grill.
- Hobie Buchanon: Son of Mitch Buchannon, portrayed by Stephen Amell.
Production and Release Information
Fox has commissioned 12 episodes of Baywatch, with Michael Thorn, president of Fox Television Network, expressing excitement over the reboot. According to Thorn, the original series “defined an entire era of beach life,” and the new series aims to reach a younger audience with fresh stories and stars.
Creative Team
The reboot is under the guidance of showrunner Matt Nix and original co-creator Greg Bonann, along with an experienced production team that includes McG, Michael Berk, Doug Schwartz, Dante Di Loreto, and Mike Horowitz.
Baywatch’s Legacy
Baywatch remains a cultural phenomenon, having been one of the most-watched television shows globally. It turned actors like David Hasselhoff, Pamela Anderson, Jason Momoa, Yasmine Bleeth, and Carmen Electra into household names.
Potential Return of Original Cast Members
While it is unclear if original cast members like Hasselhoff and Anderson will return, Carmen Electra has expressed interest in reprising her role, although with some reservations about working in the ocean.
- Planned episodes: 12
- Television season: 2026-2027
- Original series viewership: Reached over 200 countries
The reboot of Baywatch promises to introduce the classic series to a new generation while maintaining the allure of lifeguard culture. Fans can look forward to this exciting revival on Fox in the coming years.
