The upcoming 'Baywatch' reboot, scheduled for the 2026-2027 season on Fox, is generating excitement with in-person auditions and the return of original cast member David Chokachi as Cody Madison. The series, led by Stephen Amell as adult Hobie Buchannon, will feature Hobie as a Baywatch captain following in his father Mitch's footsteps. Chokachi's role will see him running The Shoreline, a Baywatch-themed bar and grill, and occasionally saving lives in his iconic red trunks. The show aims to blend nostalgia with new storylines, including Hobie's discovery of a daughter, Charlie, eager to join the lifeguard team. Filming will take place at Venice Beach and Fox Studio Lot in Los Angeles. The reboot is co-produced by Fox and Fremantle, with showrunner Matt Nix and director McG, who will also direct the pilot. The original 'Baywatch,' which debuted in 1989, became the most-watched series worldwide, launching the careers of stars like Pamela Anderson and David Hasselhoff. The new series seeks to revive Hollywood's industry, supported by California's $21 million tax incentive, amid industry struggles post-pandemic and strikes. The casting call attracted thousands of hopeful actors, emphasizing in-person auditions to rekindle Hollywood's traditional casting culture. The show promises to continue the series' legacy of heroism and community, with a focus on positive storytelling.