'Baywatch' set to arrive on Prime Video in India, France, Italy, Spain and more
Los Angeles, August 4
Global hit franchise 'Baywatch' is now set to head to Canada, India, and Europe, among other territories, following a new multi-territory deal between international distributor Fremantle and Prime Video, reported Variety.
As part of this, the pact also includes the original series' complete back catalogue, including spin-off 'Baywatch Hawaii'.
Following the expansion, viewers in Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Benelux, Switzerland, Austria, Turkey, Canada, Latin America and India will be able to access the new and rebooted 12-episode season of the drama in 2027 along with the past seasons.
Produced by Fremantle and Fox Entertainment, the show is set to debut in the US in January 2027. In the UK, it will land in Sky, considering the Comcast-owned broadcaster recently snapped up the rights to the show.
'Baywatch' will follow a new cast of lifeguards in the iconic red swimsuits as they patrol the world's most famous stretch of sand, navigating ocean dramas and even personal ones. Stephen Amell leads the series alongside Jessica Belkin as Charlie Vale and Shay Mitchell as Trina, stated Variety.
Joining them are Thaddeus LaGrone as Brad, Noah Beck as Luke, Brooks Nader as Selene, David Chokachi as Cody Madison, and Livvy Dunne as Grace. On the other hand, original cast members Erike Eleniak, Michael Bergin, and Kelly Packard are guest stars.
"We're thrilled to be partnering with Prime Video to bring the new 'Baywatch' to audiences across multiple territories, while also giving fans the opportunity to revisit the original series they know and love. Few shows have made as big a splash or had such lasting cultural impact as 'Baywatch,' and this landmark deal marks a significant moment for one of the industry's most eagerly anticipated launches. The excitement surrounding the show has been incredible, and we can't wait for audiences to see what's in store. This is just the beginning of what we believe will be an exciting new chapter for 'Baywatch,'" said Michela Di Mondo, Fremantle's EVP for international distribution, as quoted by Variety.
While Fremantle is repping on international sales, Fox Entertainment Global holds domestic distribution rights.
— ANI
Reader Comments
I mean, 2027? That's still 2 years away. By that time, will people even care about Baywatch? 🏖️ I get the nostalgia factor, but with so many streaming platforms and content options, waiting that long might kill the hype. Hope Prime Video prices it reasonably for the Indian market.
Classic show, but honestly, who's asking for a Baywatch reboot? 🤔 We have so many great Indian OTT originals now - Sacred Games, Paatal Lok, Panchayat - that this feels like a leftover from another era. But I'll probably still watch it for the nostalgia. The old seasons are the real gem here anyway.
Not gonna lie, I'm actually excited for this! 😄 My parents used to watch Baywatch back in the day, and now I'll get to see what all the fuss was about. Plus, having the entire back catalogue on Prime is a win - it's like a piece of TV history coming to India. Just hope they also add proper Hindi dubbing or subtitles.
Prime Video keeps expanding their library, but the pricing keeps going up too. Anyways, good to have options. But I have to say, a 12-episode "reboot" in 2027 feels like a strange business decision. The original Baywatch was famous for its absurd amount of episodes per season - over 20 in many seasons. 12 episodes won't capture that vibe.
Honestly, this is just another western show coming to Indian streaming.
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