S.W.A.T. season 8, which bookended the story of the original series. With only a few days since the series finale aired, the announcement of S.W.A.T. Exiles dropped, and now the original series star has had his say on his unexpected return to lead the planned spinoff.
In a lengthy Instagram post, Moore talked about the fact that he is excited about the spinoff show, and, while he understands people are disappointed that S.W.A.T. is over, it's important for the franchise to push forward. Describing himself as the quarterback of the show in a Tom Brady comparison, he discussed how the new team will push on with him. He also named and praised many of his former S.W.A.T. co-stars, and also touched on the difficulties of being successful in Hollywood. Check out his comments and the post below:
“Nobody likes change. I understand that. I get it 100%. But without change, you can’t grow. You can’t win without taking your lumps…. It ain’t easy making it in the game of Hollywood. It ain’t. TV shows don’t last eight years anymore. The game has changed. But S.W.A.T. Exiles, baby! S.W.A.T. Exiles. Bigger, bolder. S.W.A.T. on steroids.
“I’m not saying I’m Tom Brady, but I’m the Tom Brady of S.W.A.T. That’s not arrogant. That’s not ego. It’s a fact. I’m the quarterback. I’m Shemar Moore AKA Hondo. But I had a squad. A strong squad. A family. A team. And I would be remiss if I didn’t say out loud to the world and to them — because I know they’re watching this — I love you. I respect you. I appreciate you.”
After singling out a dozen of his former castmates, he emphasized how much they all meant to him.
“That’s my family for life, OK? But just like in sports, Tom Brady might be the quarterback, but people get traded. Tight ends get traded, the running back gets traded, the receivers get traded… but the team keeps on pushing with their quarterback, and I’m that guy. So proud, so grateful. I’m not going to apologize for nothing. Busted my a– for 31 years to do what I do, and I’m excited about the future. I’m excited that S.W.A.T. gets to keep playing ball."
“I’m excited that the crew gets to put food on their table and money in their s, and go to soccer practice and put their kids through the right schools. Saving jobs, working here in L.A., keeping Hollywood in L.A. This is a big deal. Yeah, a little bit bittersweet in some ways — but man, at the end of the day, we got to be so proud. We got to be so proud because we did the damn thing. The world took notice. And the industry took notice.
Shows get cancelled all the time, but S.W.A.T. just won’t die because y’all love S.W.A.T. You all love that crazy action. You love the stories. You love the brotherhood, the sisterhood, all of that. That’s who we are. That’s who S.W.A.T. is. Thrill ride with heart. So, on this day, we celebrate, but we pay homage to what got us there and to the people that got us there, and I will never forget. Always appreciate, and always show love.”
What This Means For The Future Of The Franchise
Moore Seems Excited For S.W.A.T. Exiles & Recognizes The Importance Of Moving Forward
S.W.A.T. was one of the most thrilling and exciting shows on network television, and, though many will be sad to see it gone, there is cause to be optimistic for the future. Moore recognizes the iconic nature of the original series, and the fact that it ran on the air for so long. He makes it clear that he has nothing to apologize for in returning for S.W.A.T. Exiles, and is excited to continue leading the S.W.A.T. franchise as it further expands.
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Hondo was one of the most popular S.W.A.T. characters during the show's eight-year run, and having him lead a new team of inexperienced recruits is a fun direction to take the franchise in. While many of the details about S.W.A.T. Exiles remain under wraps, there is much to look forward to, and Moore himself seems enthusiastic to get started with the new show and continue Hondo's journey. Change, as he states, is essential for being able to thrive and grow, and S.W.A.T. Exiles will provide a great way of achieving this.
Our Take On S.W.A.T. Exiles
The Show Could Be Another Long-Term Success
S.W.A.T. Exiles will help take the franchise in a fresh direction, and could help enrich the legacy of the original series. Hondo's story is not done yet, and S.W.A.T. Exiles could also see the return of Hondo's wife Nichelle, who was missing from S.W.A.T. season 8. If the dynamic between Hondo and the new team can click early on, there is a good chance the show could be a long-term success.
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This action-packed series follows a specialized tactical unit in the Los Angeles Police Department, led by Sergeant Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson. The team tackles high-stakes crimes in the city while addressing issues of race, loyalty, and justice. The series is notable for its intense action sequences and the personal dramas of its .
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S.W.A.T. Exiles
Cast
Shemar MooreDaniel Harrelson
Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson comes out of retirement to lead a trial SWAT unit of unproven young officers after a mission failure. Facing internal discord and generational gaps, he must transform this rough-edged group into a unified force, defending the city and validating the SWAT program that helped define his legacy.
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