
Lt. Mitch Buchannon is the dedicated leader of a group of lifeguards at Malibu Beach in Los Angeles. Although this prime-time soap opera features a lot of sand, sun and bikinis, it also tackles many serious themes and features multifaceted characters. "Baywatch" is known for using slow motion when the lifeguards are running.

Cody's (David Chokachi) new boat is stolen; Mitch and Alex (David Hasselhoff, Mitzi Kapture) pretend to be a couple to save an impending marriage.

Sean Monroe battles an old nemesis who is trying to hide his secret past; new members battle for a spot on the team.

J.D. (Michael Bergin) must make a choice between his girlfriend and the team. Guest starring wrestler Drew.

Leigh (Brande Roderick) gets jealous when Sean (Jason Brooks) becomes attracted to a new sponsor. Guest starring Catherine Oxenberg.