Sky is making waves with the rebooted Baywatch.

The pay-TV giant has taken exclusive UK and Ireland rights to the upcoming Fox and Fremantle series.

The iconic Baywatch, which wrapped its original 11‑season run 25 years ago, returns next year with 12 episodes. Sporting the unmistakable red swimsuits, an all‑new cast of lifeguards will patrol the world’s most famous stretch of sand.

The new Baywatch series stars Stephen Amell in the lead role of Hobie Buchannon, alongside Jessica Belkin as Charlie Vale, Shay Mitchell as Trina, Hassie Harrison as Nat, Thaddeus LaGrone as Brad, Noah Beck as Luke, and Brooks Nader as Selene. In recurring roles, David Chokachi reprises his original role as Cody Madison, while Livvy Dunne portrays Grace. Erika Eleniak will also reprise her original role as Shauni McClain as a guest star.

The original Baywatch, made cult famous by David Hasselhoff, ran from 1989 to 2001 first on NBC and then on syndication around the world. It was a huge hit in the UK.

Lucy Criddle, Director of Acquisitions & Strategic Projects, Sky, said: “Baywatch is one of the most iconic television franchises of all time, and this bold new reimagining will deliver the sun, sea and high-stakes drama audiences know and love, while introducing a dynamic new cast for a new generation of fans. We’re thrilled to partner with Fremantle and couldn’t be more excited to bring the series exclusively to Sky audiences across the UK and Ireland.”