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S.W.A.T.

2017TV-148 seasons8.0 / 10

Serve • Protect • Unite

A Los Angeles S.W.A.T. sergeant is assigned to lead a highly skilled unit in the community where he grew up. Torn between loyalty to the streets, where the cops are sometimes the enemy, and allegiance to his brothers in blue, he strategically straddles the two worlds.

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Checked Jul 22, 2026

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Synopsis

A Los Angeles S.W.A.T. sergeant is assigned to lead a highly skilled unit in the community where he grew up. Torn between loyalty to the streets, where the cops are sometimes the enemy, and allegiance to his brothers in blue, he strategically straddles the two worlds.

Cast, crew and production details

About S.W.A.T.

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Cast

Shemar MooreDaniel 'Hondo' Harrelson

Stephanie SigmanJessica Cortez

Jay HarringtonDavid 'Deacon' Kay

Alex RussellJim Street

Lina EscoChristina 'Chris' Alonso

David LimVictor Tan

Kenny JohnsonDominique Luca

Patrick St. EspritRobert 'Bob' Hicks

Credits

Created by: Aaron Rahsaan Thomas, Shawn Ryan

Production details

Status: Canceled
Series type: Scripted
Episodes: 163
Original language: English

Networks & production

CBSUnited States
Sony Pictures TelevisionUnited States
CBS StudiosUnited States
Perfect Storm EntertainmentUnited States
Original FilmUnited States
MiddKid ProductionsUnited States

Themes

based on tv seriesdramaticelite unitfirst responderslapdlos angeles, californiapolice proceduralpolice sergeantpolice trainingreboots.w.a.t.special response teamstactical command unit

Season 8 episodes

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Episode 1

Vanished

Oct 18, 202442m6.4 / 10

SWAT tackles a mission with personal ties for Hondo when they race to find a group of missing students and their bus driver, Hondo's former high school football coach. Also, Hicks has reservations regarding Hondo's new 20-Squad team addition, Devin Gamble, a cop with a family background deeply entrenched in crime.

Directed by Billy GierhartWritten by Kent RotherhamGuest stars William Allen Young, Jeryl Prescott, Cozy DesRoches, Gilles Marini, Heather Mazur, Kathleen Gati, Khorri Ellis, Lukas Gilbert

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Episode 2

Gang Unit

Oct 25, 202442m5.0 / 10

When a spree of brutal stash house robberies spills into L.A., 20-Squad must team up with the sheriff's department's gang unit to unmask a violent crew who leaves no witness alive.

Directed by Cherie GierhartWritten by Matthew T. BrownGuest stars David Fumero, John Gabriel Rodriquez, Johnny M. Wu, Emerson Brooks, B.J. Mitchell, Ken Sorrell, Nathan People, Gabriella Surodjawan

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Episode 3

Life

Nov 1, 202441m3.0 / 10

20-Squad faces down a prison hostage situation, only to be thrown into deeper danger when a bomb explodes, freeing maximum-security prisoners from their cells, including someone with a personal grudge against Hondo.

Directed by Oz ScottWritten by Sarah AldersonGuest stars Michael Landes, Ely Henry, Scott Lawrence, Vaughn W. Hebron, Vincent Vargas, Miles Stroter, Jonny Riojas, Coley Campany

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Episode 4

The Sepulveda Protocol

Nov 8, 202441m3.0 / 10

A blackout throws the city into chaos, forcing 20-Squad onto the streets for an emergency patrol day, which quickly escalates when Hondo and team uncover a terror threat.

Directed by Cherie GierhartWritten by Ryan KeleherGuest stars Otis 'Odie' Gallop, Brigitte Kali Canales, Conrad Haynes, Jonathan Medina, Colin Bates, Jon Briddell, Elizabeth Tobias, Al-Teron

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Episode 5

Human Interest

Nov 15, 202442m2.7 / 10

Tan is left reeling when his girlfriend is kidnapped, and 20-Squad must race to track down a violent cartel leader who may be behind the abduction.

Directed by Ben Hernandez BrayWritten by Amelia SimsGuest stars Emily Alabi, Merrin Dungey, JB Tadena, Herbert Morales, Horacio Abaroa, Jacob Figueroa, Joey Anaya, Daniel Edward Mora

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Episode 6

Hot Button

Nov 22, 202441m3.0 / 10

When back-to-back shootings at women's clinics leave two healthcare providers dead, Hondo and the team investigate whether the shooting were politically motivated.

Directed by Guy FerlandWritten by Daniela LabiGuest stars David Rees Snell, Matt Anspach, Tory Trowbridge, Todd Grinnell, Christine Woods, B.J. Britt, Ramona DuBarry, Stacy Haiduk

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Episode 7

Home

Dec 6, 202442m3.0 / 10

When two students are brutally attacked, 20-Squad contends with a possible honor killing. Meanwhile, Hondo and Nichelle have their first parenting dispute while searching for a suitable daycare.

Directed by Jann TurnerWritten by Tianna Majumdar-Langham, Chris BessounianGuest stars Rochelle Aytes, Rima Rajan, Nick Creegan, Anirudh Pisharody, Herve Clermont, Nayab Hussain, Atul Singh, Mohit Gautam

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Episode 8

Left of Boom

Dec 13, 202440m1.0 / 10Mid Season

Hondo and the S.W.A.T. team race to stop a nuclear attack on Los Angeles when radioactive material is stolen from a local lab.

Directed by Billy GierhartWritten by Allen L. SowelleGuest stars Otis 'Odie' Gallop, Rif Hutton, Dave Davis, Anthony M. Bertram, Tony DeMil, Ayhan Tongadur, Essam Ferris, Kristina Klebe

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Episode 9

Open Season

Jan 31, 202542m4.2 / 10

When Hondo learns there’s a $1 million bounty on his head, 20-Squad must race to uncover the mysterious enemy from Hondo’s past who’s intent on revenge. Also, Deacon and Tan butt heads over Tan’s changes to S.W.A.T. academy.

Directed by Jay HarringtonWritten by Charles HaddawayGuest stars Otis 'Odie' Gallop, Marisol Ramirez, Emerson Brooks, Cedric Joe, Dani Woodson, Jimel Atkins, Peggy Goss, Napoleon Highbrou

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Episode 10

The Heights

Feb 7, 202542m3.3 / 10

20-Squad contends with a hostage crisis. Also, Hondo receives a family visit.

Directed by Michael D. OlmosWritten by Jamil Akim O'QuinnGuest stars Otis 'Odie' Gallop, Tory Trowbridge, Meghan Leathers, Scotty Tovar, Freddie D. Ramsey, Jr., Tara Alexandra Brown, Edgar Salas, Anthea Neri

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Episode 11

AMBER

Feb 14, 202542m3.3 / 10

The squad races to find a missing child who was abducted from her front yard; Hicks is faced with a difficult decision concerning Gamble.

Directed by Matthew McLootaWritten by Sarah AldersonGuest stars Bre Blair, Otis 'Odie' Gallop, Merrin Dungey, Joanne Kelly, Max Adler, Joshua Harto, Larry Herron, Sasha Ginchev

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Episode 12

Deep Cover

Feb 21, 202542m5.6 / 10

While working undercover for 20-Squad, Alfaro encounters associates from a previous undercover case in Long Beach, embarking on a dangerous mission that stirs up unresolved issues from the past.

Directed by Ramaa MosleyWritten by John AmatoGuest stars Emerson Brooks, Lou Ferrigno Jr., David Garelik, Stelio Savante, George Finn, Tina Ivlev, Sagar Sharma, Bourke Floyd

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Episode 13

High Ground

Feb 28, 202542m5.2 / 10

While hiking, Powell and Gamble discover an illegal marijuana farm and end up confronting a dangerous cartel.

Directed by Garry A. BrownWritten by Kent RotherhamGuest stars Obba Babatundé, Freddie D. Ramsey, Jr., Spencer Treat Clark, Valerie Loo, Celia Au, Jamie Kaler, Jae Kim, Torrey Vogel

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Episode 14

The Santa Clara

Mar 7, 202542m5.2 / 10

When violent robbers loot a museum vault, Hondo and 20-Squad must chase down the thieving killers before they flee the country; Tan reckons with the fallout from a SWAT Academy accident; Gamble nervously awaits the verdict of her lA investigation.

Directed by Gonzalo AmatWritten by Tianna Majumdar-Langham, Chris BessounianGuest stars Otis 'Odie' Gallop, David Gautreaux, Emerson Brooks, Matt Bushell, Lindsey Morgan, Kayvon Esmaili, John Bishop, Tom Jenkins

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Episode 15

Hostages

Mar 14, 202542m5.6 / 10

S.W.A.T.'s anti-terror sting operation at a bus station is thrown into chaos when felons, fleeing the police, burst in and take the bus station hostage; Bennett redoubles her efforts to force Hicks out as S.W.A.T.'s commander.

Directed by Maja VrviloWritten by Matthew T. BrownGuest stars Merrin Dungey, Grey Acuna, Tyler Tomás Perez, Spenser Granese, Patrick Gathron, Chip Carriere, Anne Judson-Yager, Thomas Steven Varga

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Episode 16

Hail Mary

Apr 4, 202542m5.2 / 10

The abduction and brutal torture of two college football stars puts S.W.A.T. on the trail of a violent drug dealer looking to extract vengeance for a drug deal gone bad, while Deacon’s heroics bring unexpected attention on S.W.A.T.

Directed by Solvan NaimWritten by Ryan KeleherGuest stars Freddie D. Ramsey, Jr., Yael Grobglas, Jake Allyn, Jerry Rice, Kenny Smith, Caleb Ruminer, Kenny Bassett, Bridger Buckley

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Episode 17

The Enemy Within

Apr 11, 202540m5.6 / 10

When three of L.A.'s finest are targeted and gunned down in the street, the team enlist the help of an LAPD psychologist to stop a murderous rampage, reopening old wounds tied to the department's failed response to a school shooting.

Directed by Ben Hernandez BrayWritten by Allen L. SowelleGuest stars Cathy Cahlin Ryan, Emily Alabi, Yael Grobglas, Carlito Olivero, Richard Ellis, James Babson, Josh Lopez, Jeanette Schock

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Episode 18

Exploited

Apr 18, 202542m5.4 / 10

When a violent shooting rocks a Los Angeles nightclub, Hondo and 20-Squad are thrust into the dark world of sex trafficking, going head-to-head with a notorious biker club as they race to find a missing girl.

Directed by Billy GierhartWritten by John Amato, Vika StubblebineGuest stars Merrin Dungey, Brigitte Kali Canales, Melinda Clarke, Robert Baker, PJ Marshall, Levy Tran, Annalisa Cochrane, Greg Hovanessian

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Episode 19

Run to Ground

May 2, 202542m5.4 / 10

After an explosive accident at a fruit-packing facility staffed by prison workers, six inmates escape and scatter across the city. Tasked with chasing down the fugitives, Hondo and 20-Squad discover that the worksite explosion was no accident, and that the escapees are working together to carry out a high-stakes robbery. Also, Commander Hicks packs up his office, preparing to vacate the SWAT commander's post, and Gamble gets sobering news about her jailed father.

Directed by Cherie GierhartWritten by Amelia SimsGuest stars Matt Anspach, Michael Landes, Merrin Dungey, Nick Creegan, Rif Hutton, Jake Allyn, Brigitte Kali Canales, Alexander Bertrand

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Episode 20

Devil Dog

May 9, 202542m6.2 / 10

When Hondo’s cousin goes AWOL from his Marine base during basic training, Hondo, Deacon and Daniel Sr. take a road trip to get the kid in line; Alfaro plots to work outside the law when he discovers that his mother’s abusive ex is back in her life.

Directed by Alex RussellWritten by Sarah AldersonGuest stars Obba Babatundé, Freddie D. Ramsey, Jr., Lou Ferrigno Jr., Yael Grobglas, Melinda Clarke, PJ Marshall, Laura James, Myk Watford

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Episode 21

Ride or Die (1)

May 16, 202543m5.2 / 10

When an auto carrier truck gets hijacked by a high-speed crew, Hondo encounters a ghost from his past - a violent car thief thought to be long-dead. The brutal road warriors tear across L.A. in pursuit of a mysterious $60 million car.

Directed by Maja VrviloWritten by Kent RotherhamGuest stars Nick Creegan, Ryan Donowho, Scout Taylor-Compton, Tyler Picchi, Kameron Brummer, Lainey Kate Tinius, Steven Littles, Wendi Bazar

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Episode 22

Return to Base (2)

May 16, 202542m5.4 / 10Finale

The SWAT team undertakes its final mission when a violent crew of ex-pat Russian mercenaries holds LA hostage after planting hundreds of explosives across the city.

Directed by Billy GierhartWritten by Matthew T. Brown, Daniela LabiGuest stars Jordan Belfi, Alexander Sokovikov, Hans Obma, Austin Alexander, Peter Ivanov, Jonathan T. Floyd, Mikie Beatty, Colton Adams

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Episode information updated Jul 22, 2026

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