Rescue: HI-Surf is an upcoming American action drama television series created by Matt Kester that is scheduled to premiere with a special preview episode on September 22, 2024, after the NFL on Fox before its timeslot premiere on September 23, on Fox. The series is produced by John Wells Productions, Fox Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Television, with Matt Kester serves as an executive producer of the series, alongside John Wells, Daniele Nathanson, and Erin Jontow. The series stars Arielle Kebbel, Adam Demos, Robbie Magasiva, Kekoa Kekumano, Alex Aiono and Zoe Cipres.
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| Created by | Matt Kester |
| Showrunner | Matt Kester |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
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| Network | Fox |
Cast
editMain
edit- Robbie Magasiva as Harlan "Sonny" Jennings
- Adam Demos as Will Ready
- Kekoa Kekumano as Laka Hanohano
- Arielle Kebbel as Emily "Em" Wright
- Alex Aiono as Kainalu Emerson
- Zoe Cipres as Hina Alexander
Recurring
edit- Shawn Hatosy as Clayton Emerson
- Ian Anthony Dale as Sean Harimoto
- Sea Shimooka as Jenn
Episodes
edit| No. | Title [1] | Directed by | Written by | Original air date [1] | U.S. viewers (millions) | Rating/share (18-49) |
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| 1 | "Pilot" | John Wells[2] | Matt Kester[2] | September 22, 2024 | TBD | TBA |
| 2 | "Mauka to Makai" | John Wells[2] | TBA | September 23, 2024 | TBD | TBA |
Production
editDevelopment
editIn October 2020, it was announced that HBO Max had set up two more dramas, including a junior lifeguard drama series from John Wells, then titled Ke Nui Road. It was to be produced from John Wells Productions, Warner Bros. Television, and Animal Kingdom writer Matt Kester.[3] On June 28, 2021, the streaming service finalized to order the pilot.[4] HBO Max did not move forward with the project.[5]
On April 28, 2023, it was announced that Fox had given a series order for the lifeguard drama, titled Rescue: HI Surf. Kester who serves as the showrunner is also expected to executive produce alongside Wells and Erin Jontow.[6] Production companies involved with the series are John Wells Productions, Fox Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television. Kester was to write the pilot episode, and Wells was set to direct the first two episodes.[2] However, production on the series was delayed indefinitely due to the 2023 Hollywood labor disputes.[7] Production officially began after the strikes ended. On April 12, 2024, Fox extended its episode order to 19. Daniele Nathanson was also added as an executive producer.[8]
Casting
editThe original cast was announced on November 9, 2021 which included; Robbie Magasiva, Andrew Creer, Ethan Rich, George Mason and Kekoa Scott Kekumano.[9] In January 2024, Arielle Kebbel, Adam Demos, Alex Aiono, and Zoe Cipres were announced as the lead cast for Rescue: HI Surf, with Magasiva and Kekumano still attached. In addition, Sea Shimooka was added to the recurring cast.[5] On May 7, 2024, it was announced that Shawn Hatosy and Ian Anthony Dale were cast in recurring roles.[10]
Release
editOn May 13, 2024, it was announced that Fox set a special episode of Rescue: HI Surf for the coveted 2025 Post-Super Bowl slot. [11] The series is scheduled to premiere with a special preview episode on September 22, 2024, after the NFL on Fox before its timeslot premiere on September 23, on Fox.[12]
References
edit- ^ a b "Shows A-Z – rescue hi-surf on fox". The Futon Critic. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Dailly, Paul (April 28, 2023). "Rescue: Hi-Surf: Lifeguard Drama Franchise to Shore Up Fox's 2023-24 Schedule". TV Fanatic. Retrieved October 18, 2023.
- ^ Nakamura, Reid (October 9, 2020). "2 John Wells Dramas in the Works at HBO Max, Including 'Things That Make White People Uncomfortable'". TheWrap. Retrieved October 18, 2023.
- ^ White, Peter (June 28, 2023). "John Wells & Matt Kester's Lifeguard Drama 'Ke Nui Road' Picked Up To Pilot At HBO Max". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 18, 2023.
- ^ a b Otterson, Joe (January 18, 2024). "Fox Sets Cast for Lifeguard Drama Series 'Rescue: Hi Surf'". Variety. Retrieved January 18, 2024.
- ^ "FOX Orders "Rescue: HI-Surf," New Franchise from Legendary Producer John Wells and Writer Matt Kester, Set to Debut in 2023-2024 Season" (Press release). Fox. April 28, 2023. Retrieved October 18, 2023 – via The Futon Critic.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (November 8, 2023). "Most New Broadcast Scripted Series Moving To 2024–25 Season Due To Strike-Related Production Delays". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved November 9, 2023.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (April 12, 2024). "'Rescue HI-Surf' Gets 7-Episode Back Order At Fox For 2024-25 Season". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Petski, Denise (November 9, 2021). "'Ke Nui Road': HBO Max Sets Full Cast For Lifeguard Drama Pilot From John Wells & Matt Kester". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 18, 2023.
- ^ Rice, Lynette (May 7, 2024). "'Rescue: Hi-Surf' Adds 'Animal Kingdom's Shawn Hatosy & 'The Resident's Ian Anthony Dale In Heavily Recurring Roles". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 7, 2024.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (2024-05-13). "Fox Sets New Drama 'Rescue HI-Surf' For Post-Super Bowl Slot". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-09-12.
- ^ Petski, Denise; Pedersen, Erik (July 16, 2024). "Fox Fall Premiere Dates: '9-1-1: Lone Star,' 'Masked Singer,' New Dramas & Toon, Animation Domination & More". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 16, 2024.
