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Baywatch

1989 – 2001Show11 seasons242 episodesTV-PG

Action & AdventureDrama
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5Metacritic426.4

A nostalgic, sensual drama series about pop culture and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

Skip it if you're watching with family

Where to watch

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Not for scares, big ideas or tears.

Shows with

Episodes

11 seasons · 242 episodes · best: S1E18 "Shark Derby" 7.2

Episodes

6.5
6.1
6.1
6.0
5.9
5.9
5.8
6.0
5.9
6.3
5.8

Story

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.

Feels like

  • Iconic 90s Nostalgia
  • Beach Body Aesthetic
  • Syrup-heavy Action Drama
  • Cultural Phenomenon
  • Slow-motion Running Montage
  • Lifeguard Procedural
  • Campy Entertainment
  • Yacht Rock & Pop Soundtrack
  • Low Stakes High Style

Cast

24 of 390 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Gregory J. Bonann, Gus Trikonis, Georg Fenady
Written by
David Braff, Michael Berk, Maurice Hurley
Produced by
David Hasselhoff, Howard Grigsby, Paul Cajero
Music by
David Foster, Cory Lerios, John D'Andrea

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 23, 1989 · May 14, 2001 · Ended

First aired
April 23, 1989
Last aired
May 14, 2001
Status
Ended
Length
11 seasons · 242 episodes
Age rating
TV-PG
Content
Sexual Content, Violence
Genres
Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
37 countries

Tropes

May–December Romance, Offscreen Breakup, Abusive Parents +9

  • May–December Romance
  • Offscreen Breakup
  • Abusive Parents
  • Hell Hotel
  • The Cameo
  • False Rape Accusation
  • Clip Show
  • Slap-Slap-Kiss
  • Poor Man's Porn
  • Cover Version
  • Ominous Hair Loss
  • Split Personality

12 of 283 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Baywatch?"

Questions about Baywatch

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Baywatch worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 5.5 and Metacritic 42). Audiences rate it higher (60 out of 100) than critics (42).

Which season of Baywatch is best?

Season 1, with an IMDb average of 6.5. Seasons 7 and 11 are the weakest at 5.8. The highest-rated episode is Shark Derby (season 1, episode 18) at 7.2, and the lowest is Now Sit Right Back and You'll Hear a Tale (season 2, episode 16) at 5.2.

Is Baywatch okay for kids?

TV-PGSexual contentViolence

Not for young kids: it's rated TV-PG in the United States for sexual content and violence, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

How long does it take to watch Baywatch?

169 h

About 169 hours: 242 episodes in 11 seasons of about 42 minutes each, aired from 1989 to 2001.

Can I half-watch Baywatch?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Baywatch good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.