Surprise! CBS Uncancels ‘S.W.A.T.,’ Renews the Show for Season 8
It’s a good day to be a fan of S.W.A.T. as the formerly canceled series has been renewed for an eighth season at CBS following its ongoing seventh season, which had originally been intended as its last.
S.W.A.T. will officially be back for the 2024-2025 television season with star Shemar Moore at the front once again, and the renewal hasn’t been designated as a final season either. This is surely welcome news for viewers who were upset in 2023 when the show was initially canceled after Season 6.
“Here at CBS, we always ‘stay liquid’ and love a good dramatic twist, especially when it leads to an eighth season of S.W.A.T.!,” said Amy Reisenbach, president of CBS Entertainment, in a statement. “The show continues to resonate with viewers thanks to our talented cast led by Shemar Moore and our amazing writers and producers who keep the show relevant and action-packed. We’re very pleased to renew it again and incredibly grateful to our partners at SONY, CBS Studios, and Shemar for working so closely with us to bring it back for next season.”
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“S.W.A.T. IS BACK! BELIEVE IN MIRACLES! I am so proud of this show and the people and variables it has taken to make this show what it is and has become,” said Shemar Moore, series star and executive producer. “I am so grateful to the fans around the world who have supported, watched, enjoyed, and rooted for S.W.A.T.! It is entirely because of this support that S.W.A.T. will continue to shine! This is still a dream job for me … I love my S.W.A.T. crew, cast, and writers, and producers – we have made an incredible, fun, exciting, provocative, and heartwarming show for the world to enjoy. Thank you to CBS and SONY for believing in S.W.A.T. and giving us this opportunity to shine!”
For those less familiar with the series, S.W.A.T. follows Moore’s Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, an L.A.-based S.W.A.T. Sergeant who leads an elite tactical team that is the last stop in law enforcement in Los Angeles. Torn between his loyalty to the community that raised him and his brothers in blue, Hondo bridges the divide between his two worlds.
Regarding the renewal, co-showrunner Shawn Ryan said, “It’s a privilege to get to deliver more S.W.A.T. stories to our incredible fans. This season eight pickup is a testament to our showrunner Andy Dettmann, Shemar Moore, the rest of our talented cast, and our dedicated crew who continue to produce television that resonates with so many people.”
Meanwhile, Dettman added, “All of us at S.W.A.T. are thrilled by the news of a season eight. Shemar and I had many conversations throughout the production of season seven, confident that if we continued to tell great stories punctuated by S.W.A.T.’s signature action, our amazing fans would stay with us, giving us a good shot at another season.”
And such was the case! What do you think of the renewal news? Let us know in the comments section, below, and stay tuned for updates on S.W.A.T.‘s eighth season as it takes shape at CBS.
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I’m thrilled the show will be back but really sad they sent Street and Luca off. Hopefully you will find a way to bring them back.
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Now, let's do the same for Blue Bloods!!!!!!
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Blue Bloods has past its prime!
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LOL you better watch out... I had the gall to mention that it's best for the show to go out "on top," while it's still very popular. (You know, a reasonable truth.) Also, the actors on BB were probably anxious to do other projects after all these years--again, a reasonable assumption. And yet people reacted as if I'd blasphemed, and threatened to kill puppies and kittens. 🤓😆😨
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Great news for S.W.A.T! Happy it’s staying around! I realize this seasons writing was kinda giving each character a write-off.. so I hope both Luca and Street can hopefully have reoccurring appearances! Stay Liquid!
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So happy they're staying!!! One of my favorite Friday night shows!!! Hopefully, they'll bring back Street & Luca!!!!
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Great news they deserve to stay on. Enjoy the show.
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Now that two main characters were written out.... 😶 But seriously, I'm glad it was 'saved.' I like the action on SWAT. (Could still use less about personal lives, though.....)
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I am so glad that the show will be back on but please keep as many of the original characters as you can.
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Awesome news. It should have never been cancelled in the first place. Will miss Street and Luca.
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Love that it's been renewed!!! Smart move! But getting rid of Street and Luca - not smart. And then possibly Deacon leaving too? Who's Hondo gonna have to work with besides Tan and Powell?? I mean, he's good, but - come on, he needs his crew behind him. Really gonna miss Luca!! (they should have never tried to cancel this show in the first place)
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So thrilled for another season of Swat. Friday nights are now complete.
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I am happy that it has been renewed, but also disappointed with the changes that were made probably because it was to give the show closure. It will definitely not be the same without Luca and Street. They were two of my favourites and when I knew they were leaving, I presumed it was because it was the final season. However, if there’s going to be another season, swat will definitely not be as good as it used to be. Plus they were mentioning Jay Harrington Retiring so that his wife could be a lawyer! If this happens too, then the only good one left will be Shemar Moore! ☹️
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I'm so very happy that SWAT is staying around!! I can't stop crying, my prayers have been answered! Shemar and his team are way too talented not to keep them on the top shelf doing what they do best!!! Here's to plenty more SWAT to come!!!
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I’m happy it’s staying but SUPER sad that Street and Luca both had to leave then. They were 2 of my favorites.
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Fantastic news cat wait to see the 7th series
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Best show ever, please bring back Street and Luca. The original squad was so awesome!!!
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Over the moon knowing that it was renewed for season 8! But very sad that Street & Luca are gone!! Bring them back please! Love them all!
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This is the best news I have heard in a Very Long Time! I would love to see it last as long as Blue Bloods!!! I look forward to watching it every Friday!! If 9-1-1 could be saved by another network from being cancelled I feel S.W.A.T. should have that kind of luck at the end!! Keep that in mind!!!
Thank you!!
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So glad, but so many original characters were written out for this being the final season. I hope they can be brought back in some capacity.
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Music to my ears, so happy to have the show back for an 8th season. It’s one of my favorites, although I will definitely miss Luca and Street! It’d be nice if they could come back some for special appearances, i.e. Street and Chris’s wedding. I mean Street did elude to the possibility- it would nice to see all three of the sprinkled in here and there!
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Happy that it was renewed I wish Street and Luca would come back. I don't care for the female on the team.
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fantastic news!
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Glad to hear it, I know this sounds a little soap opera, but they could always say that Luca got a bad diagnosis and after therapy he’s fit for SWAT!!, and of course Street transfers back😂😂😂😂😂😂
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Great news! I love this show! Now bring back Luca and Street and I will be very happy!
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Yes, this is GOOD NEWS. I love watching SWAT and I love the cast and crew, and producers for keeping SWAT going. Thank You.
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Love the show. Glad it is coming back.
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This is awesome! 😁 So glad it's coming back. Maybe with a few new faces?
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Best news ever!
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Great news. Love Shemar ever since Criminal Minds.
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Wonderful news
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