The Baywatch reboot trailer delivers an abundance of slow-motion action.

Fox’s upcoming Baywatch reboot is just around the corner, and the first official trailer has dropped, delivering everything fans could hope for. Expect plenty of eye-catching action, drama, and an abundance of slow-motion shots, plus a surprise appearance from Megan Thee Stallion! This exciting series is set to premiere in January 2027.

One key takeaway from the Baywatch trailer is that Fox isn’t looking to change the formula. The vibe feels very much in line with the original 1989 series. The trailer hints at one of the show’s outrageous storylines: a plane crashes into the ocean, and the lifeguards must dive in to rescue the pilot from the depths. It’s delightfully over-the-top.

Leading the new Baywatch is Stephen Amell, known for his role in Arrow, who takes on the character of Hobie Buchannon, the son of David Hasselhoff’s iconic character from the original series. As the Baywatch captain, he’s tasked with keeping the beach safe while navigating the complexities of his estranged daughter, Charlie Vale, played by Jessica Belkin. The trailer also features scenes of a beach engulfed in flames, a massive explosion, and lifeguards sprinting in slow motion, all glistening with oil. Megan Thee Stallion makes a brief appearance, having been spotted filming for the show earlier this year. Baywatch is definitely making a comeback.

Joining Amell and Belkin are Hassie Harrison, Shay Mitchell, Thaddeus LaGrone, Noah Beck, Livvy Dunne, and Brooks Nader. David Chokachi, a familiar face from the original Baywatch, will also return in a recurring role. The series is being produced by Fox and Fremantle, with Matt Nix serving as showrunner and executive producer.

The original Baywatch premiered in 1989, featuring stars like David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson. It has been recognized as the most-watched television series of all time by Guinness World Records. The show ran for 11 seasons and even inspired a short-lived spin-off, Baywatch Hawaii. A film reboot featuring Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron took a comedic approach but received mixed reviews.