'S.W.A.T' Star Shemar Moore Says the Show "Ain't Over" Amid CBS's Shocking News
Prepare yourselves, S.W.A.T. fans, because you'll want to sit down after CBS announced the biggest surprise about the show.
Fans remember back in May 2023, the network decided to cancel the hit drama after six seasons. Amid an outcry from both viewers and star Shemar Moore on social media, the decision to end S.W.A.T. got reversed, with season 7 being billed as its last time on the air.
Well, in shocking news announced through a joint video clip between the show's official Instagram and Shemar's, fans got to see the actor reveal news to the cast and crew that no one saw coming. That's right: Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson and his crew will be on screen once again, as S.W.A.T. got renewed for season 8 and will air new episodes in the fall for the 2024-2025 TV season.
"When I first got this job, I said, this is a dream job," Shemar shared while speaking to those standing with him on the set of S.W.A.T. "Seven years later, still a dream job. It's hard as hell sometimes, but it's worth it... I want to save my body, so that I can climb on tankers and fly around in helicopters for 22 episodes! Season 8!"
"We got canceled last year. I ran my mouth on social media, some other important people got together and we got uncanceled in 72 hours because they showed us love and they wanted us to finish the right way," he added. "I said to you guys, 'Look, they're saying we're done. But let's work so hard, like we're not done.'... So feel really proud of yourselves, because we gave them something to think about and here we are. S.W.A.T. ain't over, baby!"
Given how S.W.A.T.'s future on television has been one full of trials and tribulations, seeing the news of the show returning for season 8 left many ecstatic about what's to come.
"So happy CBS saw the light and renewed SWAT! Best show on TV," one person wrote in the comments. "I'm screaming!!!!! YASSSSSSSSSS WE DID IT!!!!!!!!!! The best show ever," another declared. "I AM OVER THE MOON with this news! My fave show!!! 💙🖤," a different viewer added.
So, why the change of heart from CBS about the future of S.W.A.T.? According to a report from Variety, the cop drama currently draws in an average of 8.8 million viewers per episode on multiple platforms. What's more, the higher-ups at the network are thrilled that the show continues to have a lasting impact on its loyal fanbase.
"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 an official 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."
If that wasn't enough, Shemar spoke out in the same press release about his elation over coming back for another season.
"S.W.A.T. IS BACK! BELIEVE IN MIRACLES!" he added. "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. 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!"
Congrats, and we can't wait to see where Hondo's storyline goes next!
You Might Also Like
