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TV series

Baywatch

1989TV-PG11 seasons6.0 / 10

Cause I'm always ready, I won't let you out of my sight

Join the Baywatch lifeguards on their thrilling adventures filled with beautiful beaches and those iconic red swimsuits.

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Synopsis

Join the Baywatch lifeguards on their thrilling adventures filled with beautiful beaches and those iconic red swimsuits.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

Panic at Malibu Pier

1h 35m7.0 / 10

Mitch Buchannon has just been promoted to lieutenant. Mitch and his ex-wife Gayle have an argument about what's best for their son Hobie. Eddie Kramer is the top rookie in the rookie class of '89, and Shauni McClain is one of the last ones to qualify. Shauni starts off as a terrible lifeguard, but the experienced Jill Riley teaches her how to become a good lifeguard.

Episode credits

Directed by Richard ComptonWritten by Douglas Schwartz, Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, Michael Berk, Gregory J. BonannGuest stars Gina Hecht, Wendie Malick, Mädchen Amick, Richard Jaeckel, Michael McManus, Hope Marie Carlton, Branscombe Richmond, Kimber Sissons

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Episode 2

In Deep

42m7.4 / 10

Instead of attending summer school, Hobie decides to go power skiing with two friends, whose recklessness leads to a tragic accident. Eddie's lack of financial resources is revealed when Craig finds him sleeping in one of the lifeguard towers.

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Directed by Peter H. HuntWritten by Douglas Schwartz, Michael BerkGuest stars Michael Newman, Michael McManus, Christopher Murphy, Lance Gilbert, Gregory J. Barnett, Mitchell Flyer, Billy Beck, Oliver Theess

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Episode 3

Heat Wave

42m5.4 / 10

Los Angeles is having a heat wave and it's going to be a busy day for the lifeguards.

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Directed by Gus TrikonisWritten by Ernie WallengrenGuest stars Michael McManus, Jeffrey Byron, Bart Braverman, Matt Feemster, Thomas Ian Nicholas, William Joyce, Lynda Beatie, Rance Howard

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Episode 4

Second Wave

42m8.0 / 10

An old acquaintance of Eddie's comes to L.A. but it quickly becomes apparent that Eddie does not welcome this visit. Trevor dates a rich woman that is a handful for him to deal with and Mitch worries about upcoming mandatory tests that all lieutenants, including him, must take.

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Directed by Scott BrazilWritten by Jill DonnerGuest stars Michael McManus, Mariska Hargitay, Daniel Quinn, Terri Hanauer, David Spade, Gerald Gordon, Andrew Lowery, Richard M. Ellis

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Episode 5

Message in a Bottle

42m7.3 / 10

Mitch's former wife is planning to move to Ohio and wants to take Hobie with her. Upset over the squabbling that ensues, Hobie takes off with a friend and runs into pirates on a nearby island. Eddie and Shauni squabble after Shauni accidentally hurts Eddie.

Episode credits

Directed by Kim MannersWritten by Terry ErwinGuest stars Michael Newman, Wendie Malick, Michael McManus, Gregory J. Barnett, John Zarchen, Judy Prescott, Kurt James Stefka, Zack Garrison

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Episode 6

The Sky is Falling

48m7.5 / 10

Gayle and Mitch continue to fight over Gayle's plan to take Hobie with her. She ultimately changes her mind after Hobie risks his life to save a drowning young girl. A plane crashes into the water near the beach with the occupants, after they are rescued, looking to recover a suitcase of stolen money that they had with them. Captain Thorpe decides to join Eddie and Shauni on their tower in order to teach them.

Episode credits

Directed by Kim MannersWritten by Lee Goldberg, William RabkinGuest stars Wendie Malick, Michael McManus, Jandi Swanson, James Sloyan, Carol Siskind, John DiSanti, Teri Fruichantie, Ginny Wohland

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Episode 7

The Drowning Pool

48m8.0 / 10

A man is found drowned off the beach and Jill suspects foul play is the reason. She begins seeing the son of the victim and during the investigation discovers the man's cousin was responsible for his father's death. A man who helped Jill bring the victim ashore decides he wants to be a lifeguard as well even though he is not qualified.

Episode credits

Directed by Mario DiLeoWritten by William A. SchwartzGuest stars Michael Newman, Michael McManus, Christopher Rich, Jeff Altman, Claude Earl Jones, Beatrice Colen, Richard Roat, Joanne House

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Episode 8

Rookie School

48m8.0 / 10

A woman steals a book from a powerful man and hides out from him with the help of Eddie. Craig and Gina contemplate having children when they are married but have second thoughts after meeting a couple while on a romantic weekend. Trevor discovers that his hardest competitor among the rookies is doped.

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Directed by Bruce Seth GreenWritten by Lee Goldberg, William RabkinGuest stars Michael Newman, Christine Elise, William Fichtner, Cliff Potts, Todd Bryant, Peter Kent, Ken Thorley, Judy Nazemetz

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Episode 9

Cruise Ship

42m8.0 / 10

Eddie does not like Shauni's new boyfriend or the way he treats her when things do not go the way he wants. Also Hobie gets in trouble with a girl who likes him.

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Directed by Tommy Lee WallaceWritten by Jill Donner, William A. SchwartzGuest stars Jandi Swanson, Steven Eckholdt, Bryan Cranston, Gabriel Damon, David Brooks, Nigel Barber, Tracee Cocco

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Episode 10

The Cretin of the Shallows

47m7.5 / 10

A new hotel opens near the beach and a string of murders occur around the same time which convinces Craig the two may be connected.

Episode credits

Directed by Vern GillumWritten by Ernie Wallengren, William A. SchwartzGuest stars Michael Newman, Wayne Tippit, Robert Trebor, Chris Gartin, Janice Lynde, John Mahon, Christopher Carroll, Betsy Randle

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Episode 11

Shelter Me

42m8.0 / 10

An approaching tropical storm has the Baywatch lifeguards preparing for its effects but the presence of two wanted criminals cause unforeseen events. Eddie and Shauni rest. Hobie and a girl have storm parties.

Episode credits

Directed by Scott BrazilWritten by Terry ErwinGuest stars Michael McManus, Neil Giuntoli, Sherman Howard, Jenny Lewis, Ray Girardin, Larry Carroll, Wendy Gordon, Dominic Nardini

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Episode 12

The Reunion

42m7.3 / 10

Mitch attends his high school reunion and meets a classmate that stirs up old feelings. Eddie, frustrated at having no car, buys one at an extremely low price from a buddy but quickly discovers the reason why the cost was so low.

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Directed by Rob BowmanWritten by W. Reed MoranGuest stars Michael Newman, Dana Sparks, Michael Horton, Tony Higgins, Alex Hyde-White, Lenny Citrano

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Episode 13

Armored Car

42m7.7 / 10

A pro-am beach volleyball tournament is being held and Trevor tries to convince Jill to be his partner for the competition. Their main rival in the competition is Jill's ex-partner which cements Jill's resolve to compete.

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Directed by Michael Ray RhodesWritten by Lee Goldberg, William Rabkin, Douglas Schwartz, Michael BerkGuest stars Michael Newman, Clarence Felder, Jon Lindstrom, Thomas Wagner, Diana Barton, Candace Hutson

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Episode 14

Home Cort

42m6.8 / 10

A new lifeguard arrives at Baywatch and stirs up different emotions for the current staff. Jill and Shauni go into business selling sandwiches but find competition to be stiffer than expected.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul SchneiderWritten by William A. Schwartz, Terry ErwinGuest stars Grant Heslov, Bruce Fairbairn, J.C. MacKenzie, Lycia Naff, S.A. Griffin, Colleen Coffey, Drew Snyder, Mickey Jones

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Episode 15

We Need a Vacation

42m8.3 / 10

Craig joins Cort and Eddie on a trip to Mexico for a long overdue vacation but things turn out very differently from their expectations.

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Directed by Gus TrikonisWritten by Lee Goldberg, William RabkinGuest stars Roxann Dawson, John Quade, Aaron Lohr, Jorge Cervera Jr., Tony Genaro

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Episode 16

Muddy Waters

42m8.3 / 10

Cort and Eddie go to a local water theme park to teach teenagers about lifeguard duties but one of them quickly resents Eddie's presence. At Baywatch, Hobie finds out that parents of his fellow students at school have a dim view of the occupation of lifeguarding and Shauni gets into trouble over her pinup magazine pictures.

Episode credits

Directed by Paul SchneiderWritten by William A. Schwartz, Terry ErwinGuest stars Kenneth Tigar, Sherilyn Wolter, Edward J. Moore, Ricky Paull Goldin, Terri Ivens, Betsy Lynn George, Robert M. Koch

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Episode 17

Snake Eyes

42m6.7 / 10

An illegal offshore casino causes problems for Cort and some of his fellow lifeguards. Hobie thinks his English class is going to be a breeze when Mitch starts dating his teacher but soon learns otherwise.

Episode credits

Directed by Gus TrikonisWritten by Kate BoutilierGuest stars Sherilyn Wolter, Harris Laskawy, R.J. Williams, Brian Haley, Tilghman Branner, A.J. Stephans, Lou DiMaggio, Jim Fleshood

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Episode 18

Eclipse

42m7.0 / 10

Eddie believes he sees a ghost by the water and the others believe that he is losing his mind. Hobie learns that a friend's pet is going to be euthanized for an alleged attack and resolves to help both of them.

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Directed by Paul SchneiderWritten by Claire WhitakerGuest stars Hayley Carr, Lance Wilson-White, R.J. Williams, Ismael 'East' Carlo, Hili Park, Douglas Bryant Johnson, Wayne Federman, Stu Nahan

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Episode 19

Shark Derby

42m7.9 / 10

A local business owner organizes a shark derby but the event quickly spirals out of control and leads Jill to run into the water to save a little boy but then is attacked by the shark.

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Directed by Gregory J. BonannWritten by Kate Boutilier, Terry ErwinGuest stars Sherilyn Wolter, Peter Brown, Reed Rudy, Michael Stoyanov, Jeanine Jackson, Wendy Gordon, Michele Harrell

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Episode 20

The Big Race

42m7.0 / 10

Cort enters a race to win the prize money and fulfil a pledge he makes on a yearly basis.

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Directed by Kevin InchWritten by Rolf WallengrenGuest stars Michael Newman, Hannah Cox, Micah Grant, Rodney Eastman, Beau Billingslea, Lloyd Alan, Janet Borrus, Jillian Longnecker

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Episode 21

Old Friends

42m6.8 / 10

Mitch, Craig and Garner go on a hang gliding trip that results in a series of accidents for all three.

Episode credits

Directed by Douglas SchwartzWritten by William A. SchwartzGuest stars Michael Newman, Susan Diol, Jeff Lester, Hope Marie Carlton, Marissa Ribisi, Trey Parker

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Episode 22

The End?

42m8.2 / 10finale

An earthquake shakes Baywatch headquarters and causes many problems for the lifeguards and for one, a life altering decision is made.

Episode credits

Directed by Reza BadiyiWritten by Lee Goldberg, William RabkinGuest stars Tracy K. Shaffer, Michael Lippman, Michael Masters, Mitchell Flyer

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Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026

More about Baywatch

Cast

David HasselhoffMitch Buchannon
Jason MomoaJason Ioane
Gena Lee NolinNeely Capshaw
David ChokachiCody Madison
Michael BerginJ.D. Darius
Nicole EggertSummer Quinn
David CharvetMatt Brody
Stacy KamanoKekoa Tanaka

Credits

Created by
Michael Berk, Douglas Schwartz, Gregory J. Bonann

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
242
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • NBCUnited States
  • SyndicationUnited States
  • Tower 18 Productions
  • GTG EntertainmentUnited States
  • Pearson All-American Television
  • The Baywatch CompanyUnited States

Themes

beachlifeguardlos angeles, californiaseasoap operasouthern californiaswimming