Shemar Moore Lands ‘S.W.A.T.' Spinoff After Season 8 Finale: Everything to Know About ‘S.W.A.T. Exiles'
S.W.A.T. was canceled by CBS after eight seasons. The series finale aired on the network on May 16, 2025.
The official logline for S.W.A.T. Exiles says, 'After a high-profile mission goes sideways, Hondo 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.'
A press release from Sony Pictures promised that the show will "deliver the same high stakes drama and intense action sequences that fans have come to know and love.'
The spinoff was greenlit for 10 episodes despite the fact that the show 'has not yet been sold to any outlets, either domestically or internationally,' per Variety. Sony is expecting 'the right homes and partners for these new stories to reach the passionate S.W.A.T. fanbase and attract new viewers.'
So far, it has been confirmed that Shemar will be returning to reprise his role as Hondo, as well as serving as an executive producer on the project.
'My eight seasons on S.W.A.T. have been epic and memorable,' the actor said in a statement. '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.'
"I will keep the franchise, thrill ride action, heartfelt drama, and storytelling of S.W.A.T. alive. WE DON'T LOSE!!!! ROLL SWAT!!!" he said.
Jason Ning will serve as showrunner and executive producer of S.W.A.T. Exiles.
'It's an incredible honor to carry forward the legacy of a show that fans around the world have come to love,' he said. '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.'
So far, Shemar's return is the only casting news that has been confirmed so far.
'We couldn't be more excited to bring the next chapter of S.W.A.T. to life — both for our incredibly dedicated fans of the original franchise and for a new generation of viewers,' Katherine Pope, SPT Studios President, said. 'We're grateful to our incredible partners Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty, Jason Ning and Shemar Moore for embarking on this journey with us. This team's commitment to the global fanbase, to our beloved crew and to our city runs deep!'
According to Deadline, 'the 200-person production crew that helped to make S.W.A.T. a success for CBS will get to keep their jobs when production resumes this summer in Los Angeles.'
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