
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 uses a nutritional supplement to try and improve his Olympic performance; Mitch and Alex share a night in the tower.

Mitch tries to patch things up between a military officer and his daughter; Cody meets a beautiful diver.

Mitch searches for a good home for an abused boy named Tanner; Jesse receives gifts from a secret admirer.

Jessie becomes exasperated over the rivalry between Cody and JD; April finally confronts Manny and her feelings; Craig has bad news.