Fox, Fremantle to Present Baywatch Reboot at MIPCOM Cannes
Showrunner Matt Nix and stars Stephen Amell and Noah Beck discussed the reboot with Deadline before the market.
Fox and Fremantle will present their Baywatch reboot at MIPCOM Cannes this year, according to Deadline. The announcement comes ahead of the show's launch on Fox next year.
Showrunner Matt Nix and stars Stephen Amell and Noah Beck spoke to Deadline ahead of the market. In the reboot, Stephen Amell plays Hobie Buchannon, the son of David Hasselhoff's Mitch Buchannon.
The story follows Hobie Buchannon's daughter as she returns to his life and wants to train as a lifeguard.
Background
In late 2025, Baywatch secured a $21.1 million tax credit from the California Film Commission, covering 40% of the production. Matt Nix joined the long-gestating project during last year's L.A. wildfires, when first responders were visiting his house almost every day. Noah Beck broke out on TikTok during the pandemic and is a former soccer player.
Quick answers
When does the Baywatch reboot premiere?
The reboot launches on Fox next year.
Who stars in the Baywatch reboot?
Stephen Amell plays Hobie Buchannon, alongside Noah Beck. Matt Nix is the showrunner.
Where will the Baywatch reboot be presented?
Fox and Fremantle will present it at MIPCOM Cannes this year.