Introduction: David Lim’s Reaction to ‘S.W.A.T. Exiles’ Spinoff
David Lim, who portrayed Officer Victor Tan on CBS’s S.W.A.T. for all eight seasons, has publicly expressed his disappointment regarding the upcoming spinoff series, S.W.A.T. Exiles. The spinoff, announced shortly after the original series concluded, features Shemar Moore reprising his role as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, with no other original cast members confirmed to return. parade.com+5ew.com+5nypost.com+5people.com+1people.com+1
The Announcement’s Impact on the Cast
Lim took to Instagram to share his feelings about the spinoff’s announcement, which came just two days after the series finale. He expressed that the rollout “stung,” as it lacked acknowledgment of the original cast’s contributions. He emphasized that the show’s success was due to the ensemble’s chemistry and teamwork, not just one character. Lim also mentioned that the cast believed they had more stories to tell and were hopeful for a ninth season.thewrap.com+2parade.com+2nypost.com+2thewrap.com+4screenrant.com+4ew.com+4tvinsider.com+4thewrap.com+4parade.com+4allocine.fr+2tvinsider.com+2parade.com+2
Sony Pictures Television’s Response
Sony Pictures Television, the studio behind S.W.A.T. Exiles, has not publicly commented on the cast’s reactions. However, executives have indicated that they are considering involving familiar faces from the original series in the spinoff, though no official decisions have been made. The spinoff is set to begin production in the summer of 2025.
Conclusion
David Lim’s candid expression of disappointment highlights the strong bonds formed among the S.W.A.T. cast and their dedication to the series. While the future of the franchise continues with S.W.A.T. Exiles, the original team’s contributions remain a significant part of the show’s legacy.
FAQs
Q1: Who is David Lim?
David Lim is an actor best known for his role as Officer Victor Tan on CBS’s S.W.A.T..thewrap.com+5charactermedia.com+5nypost.com+5
Q2: What is ‘S.W.A.T. Exiles’?
S.W.A.T. Exiles is an upcoming spinoff series featuring Shemar Moore as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, with a new team of recruits.
Q3: Will other original cast members appear in the spinoff?
As of now, no original cast members have been confirmed to appear in S.W.A.T. Exiles.
Q4: When does production for the spinoff begin?
Production for S.W.A.T. Exiles is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2025.
Q5: How can I watch the original ‘S.W.A.T.’ series?
All episodes of the original S.W.A.T. series are available for streaming on Paramount+.
