As of now, CBS has officially canceled S.W.A.T., confirming that Season 8 will be its final season. The network made this decision after previously renewing the show for an eighth season in 2024, following earlier cancellations in 2023 and 2024. CBS cited financial considerations and a shift in programming priorities as reasons for ending the series.ComingSoonWikipedia
Despite the cancellation, fans of the series have rallied behind the show, leading to the announcement of a spinoff titled S.W.A.T. EXILES. This new series will star Shemar Moore, reprising his role as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson, and is set to premiere in 2026 .Cinemablend+2People.com+2Diario AS+2
While there have been discussions about potential changes in CBS’s corporate structure, such as the acquisition talks involving Skydance and Paramount Global, there is currently no indication that these developments will lead to a reversal of the cancellation decision .Dailygossip+1CBR+1
In summary, S.W.A.T. will not return for a ninth season on CBS. However, fans can look forward to the upcoming spinoff series, S.W.A.T. EXILES, which will continue the story with Shemar Moore’s character.TheWrap+1People.com+1People.com
