Baywatch (1989)

S9E10 Friends Forever

Mitch rescues an orangutan named Morton who has fled from his cruel owner, a dwarf named Herbert Green. This unexpected situation complicates Mitch and Alex's preparations for Baywatch's annual Special Olympics event. Meanwhile, Cody and Jessie confront Herbert about his treatment of Morton. A hearing-impaired girl named Kara, who is participating in the Special Olympics, forms a bond with Morton. When she attempts to keep him hidden from Herbert, they find themselves trapped in a cave as the tide rises, putting both her and the orangutan in grave danger.