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Baywatch (1989 – 2001)

1989 • 11 seasons • Drama, Crime • TV-PG
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BaywatchSeason 1

22 episodes · Apr 23, 1989

1. Panic at Malibu Pier
Apr 23, 1989 · 95m · 6.5

Lieutenant Mitch Buchannon had recently received his promotion. A disagreement arose between Mitch and his ex-wife, Gayle, concerning the best path for their son, Hobie. Eddie Kramer, the standout rookie of the 1989 class, was contrasted wi

2. In Deep
Sep 22, 1989 · 42m · 7.3

Hobie opted for a different path than summer school, choosing instead to power ski with two companions. Their spirited, almost reckless, abandon culminated in a devastating accident. The extent of Eddie’s financial hardship became starkly a

3. Heat Wave
Sep 29, 1989 · 42m · 4.9

A heat wave has settled over Los Angeles, promising a demanding day for the city's lifeguards.

4. Second Wave
Oct 13, 1989 · 42m · 8.0

An old friend of Eddie’s arrives in Los Angeles, though it soon becomes clear that his presence is unwelcome. Trevor finds himself navigating the complexities of a relationship with a wealthy woman who proves a demanding companion. Meanwhil

5. Message in a Bottle
Oct 20, 1989 · 42m · 7.0

Mitch’s ex-wife intends to relocate to Ohio, bringing Hobie with her. The ensuing conflict deeply distresses Hobie, who, in response, departs with a companion and stumbles upon pirates on a nearby island. Meanwhile, Eddie and Shauni find th

6. The Sky is Falling
Oct 27, 1989 · 48m · 7.2

Gayle and Mitch remained locked in disagreement over Gayle’s intention to bring Hobie along. Her resolve shifted, however, after Hobie risked his own life to rescue a girl from drowning. A plane crashed into the sea near the shore, its occu

7. The Drowning Pool
Nov 3, 1989 · 48m · 7.8

The body of a man washed ashore, and Jill felt a disquieting certainty that his death was no accident. As the investigation unfolded, she began to meet the victim's son, and in the process, uncovered a darker truth: the man’s own cousin had

8. Rookie School
Nov 10, 1989 · 48m · 8.0

She took a book from a man of considerable influence, and then sought refuge from him, aided by Eddie. Craig and Gina, newly married, considered the possibility of children, but their plans shifted after an encounter with another couple dur

9. Cruise Ship
Nov 24, 1989 · 42m · 7.8

Eddie harbored a dislike for Shauni’s new companion, particularly disapproving of the manner in which he spoke to her when his own desires were not met. Meanwhile, Hobie found himself embroiled in trouble with a girl who held a fondness for

10. The Cretin of the Shallows
Dec 1, 1989 · 47m · 7.4

With the recent arrival of a hotel near the shore, a series of murders begins, and Craig finds himself increasingly convinced of a link between the two unsettling events.

11. Shelter Me
Dec 8, 1989 · 42m · 7.8

As a tropical storm drew near, the lifeguards of Baywatch braced themselves for its impact, but the unexpected arrival of two fugitives complicated matters. Eddie and Shauni sought respite, while Hobie and a young woman hosted gatherings am

12. The Reunion
Dec 15, 1989 · 42m · 7.4

At his high school reunion, Mitch encountered an old classmate who unexpectedly rekindled forgotten emotions. Meanwhile, Eddie, chafing under his lack of transportation, acquired a car from a friend at an astonishingly low price, only to so

13. Armored Car
Jan 5, 1990 · 42m · 7.8

The beach volleyball tournament was set to begin, and Trevor was determined to enlist Jill as his partner. He laid out his proposition with careful enthusiasm, but Jill remained hesitant. The thought of their primary competition – none othe

14. Home Cort
Jan 12, 1990 · 42m · 6.8

The arrival of a new lifeguard at Baywatch rippled through the existing team, stirring a complex mix of feelings. Meanwhile, Jill and Shauni, eager to capitalize on the beachfront location, launched a sandwich business only to discover the

15. We Need a Vacation
Jan 26, 1990 · 42m · 8.0

Craig joins Cort and Eddie on a journey to Mexico, a much-needed escape that promises respite from their lives. However, their expectations are quickly and unexpectedly overturned.

16. Muddy Waters
Feb 2, 1990 · 42m · 8.3

Cort and Eddie journey to a nearby water park, their mission to instruct teenagers in the responsibilities of lifeguarding. However, a subtle resentment begins to simmer within Eddie as the day progresses. Meanwhile, at Baywatch, Hobie disc

17. Snake Eyes
Feb 9, 1990 · 42m · 6.6

A clandestine casino operating offshore throws complications into the lives of Cort and several of his fellow lifeguards. Hobie anticipates an easy time in English class when Mitch begins a relationship with the teacher, but quickly discove

18. Eclipse
Feb 23, 1990 · 42m · 6.8

A spectral figure at the water's edge haunts Eddie’s vision, a sight dismissed by those around him as a descent into delusion. Meanwhile, Hobie discovers that a friend’s beloved animal is slated for euthanasia following an alleged attack, a

19. Shark Derby
Mar 2, 1990 · 42m · 8.0

The proprietor of a local business orchestrated a shark derby, an event that swiftly descended into chaos. Amidst the escalating pandemonium, Jill found herself compelled to enter the water, attempting to rescue a small boy. Tragically, she

20. The Big Race
Mar 16, 1990 · 42m · 7.6

Cort joins the competition, driven by the lure of prize money and a promise he renews with himself each year.

21. Old Friends
Mar 30, 1990 · 42m · 6.2

Mitch, Craig, and Garner embarked on a hang gliding expedition, an outing that unfolded into a string of unfortunate mishaps for the trio.

22. The End?
Apr 6, 1990 · 42m · 8.0

A tremor rattled the foundations of Baywatch headquarters, disrupting the routines of the lifeguards and forcing a pivotal choice upon them.

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