Baywatch Reboot Secured by Amazon Prime Video for Global Distribution
Amazon Prime Video has secured the rights to the upcoming Baywatch reboot for various international territories, including Europe, Canada, Latin America, and India. The deal also includes licensing the complete Baywatch back catalogue, featuring all nine seasons of the original series and seasons 9 and 10 of Baywatch Hawaii. The new Baywatch series stars Stephen Amell, Jessica Belkin, Shay Mitchell, and others, with Matt Nix as showrunner and executive producer.
The reboot aims to bring the iconic lifeguard series to a new generation, celebrating the original show's success and global impact. Baywatch, starring David Hasselhoff, became a worldwide phenomenon, reaching over a billion viewers weekly in more than 200 countries. The new series is set to premiere on Fox in January 2027 and later on Prime Video, with Fremantle and Fox Entertainment producing the show.
Fremantle brokered the deal with Amazon Prime Video, expanding the reach of the new Baywatch series to audiences worldwide. The partnership allows fans to enjoy both the new reboot and the classic Baywatch episodes they fondly remember. The collaboration between Prime Video and Fremantle marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the beloved lifeguard adventure series.