'S.W.A.T' Spinoff Series Confirmed After CBS Cancellation, Shemar Moore to Return!
Amazing news: Sony Pictures Television has officially revived CBS’ canceled TV show, S.W.A.T.!
However, there’s a catch: it’s a spinoff show, with one returning character attached.
The new series will be titled S.W.A.T. Exiles and will see Shemar Moore return as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson.
Keep reading to find out more…
It’s important to note that, despite Sony giving the series a 10 episode order, it does not currently have a network or streamer attached to air it at this time.
Here’s the new show’s logline, from Variety: “After a high-profile mission goes sideways, Daniel ‘Hondo’ Harrelson is pulled out of forced retirement to lead a last-chance experimental SWAT unit made up of untested, unpredictable young recruits. Hondo must bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program that made him who he is.”
Shemar said in a statement, “My eight seasons on ‘S.W.A.T.’ have been epic and memorable. We entertained the world, defied the odds, came back from the dead twice, and continued to woo fans and families worldwide. I am excited for this next generation and iteration of S.W.A.T. with Sony. Katherine Pope, Neal H. Moritz, Jason Ning, and I will keep the franchise, thrill ride action, heartfelt drama, and storytelling of S.W.A.T. alive. WE DON’T LOSE!!!! ROLL SWAT!!!”
Jason will serve as showrunner, saying, “Working with Shemar Moore, who defines what it means to be a leading man, and introducing a new generation of characters into this world is a dream.”
CBS canceled S.W.A.T. and 6 other TV shows this season.