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S.W.A.T. exiles news
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The gist
Starz released the S.W.A.T. Exiles trailer on Sep 2, 2026. The spin-off premieres Sep 25 with Shemar Moore back as Hondo.
Background
S.W.A.T. Exiles is a spin-off of the CBS series S.W.A.T., which ran for eight seasons before being canceled. The new show follows Hondo as he leads a team of young recruits after a botched raid. It was commissioned by Sony Pictures Television and picked up by Starz for its 2026 slate.
How it unfolded
- Feb 2026It was reported that David Lim would appear in the spin-off's first season, reprising his role as Victor Tan.
- Sep 2, 2026Starz released the full trailer for S.W.A.T. Exiles, revealing returning cast members and plot details.
- Sep 25, 2026S.W.A.T. Exiles is scheduled to premiere on Starz, with new episodes airing weekly on Fridays.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Starz promotes the series as an adrenaline-fueled adventure that raises the stakes of the legacy S.W.A.T. franchise.
- Analysts
- MovieWeb notes the show gives off 'Slow Horses vibes' with an underdog story and a compelling redemption arc.