S.W.A.T. Exiles Spinoff to Star Shemar Moore
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has announced a series order for S.W.A.T. Exiles, a new spinoff series starring Shemar Moore, who will reprise his role as Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson.
Sony Pictures Television says, “the new series expands the popular S.W.A.T. universe, underscores SPT’s commitment to producing high-quality content, and enhances the value of key intellectual property in the evolving television landscape.”
SPT will produce and distribute the 10-episode series globally and is focused on finding the right homes and partners for these new stories to reach the passionate S.W.A.T. fanbase and attract new viewers.
Development is currently underway with production scheduled to begin this summer in Los Angeles, preserving jobs for the 200-person local production crew who have been instrumental to the success of the original series for the last eight seasons.
“My eight seasons on S.W.A.T. have been epic and memorable,” said Shemar Moore. “We entertained the world, defied the odds, came back from the dead twice, and continued to woo fans and families worldwide.
“I am excited for this next generation and iteration of S.W.A.T. with Sony. Katherine Pope, Neal H. Moritz, Jason Ning, and I will keep the franchise, thrill ride action, heartfelt drama, and storytelling of S.W.A.T. alive. WE DON’T LOSE!!!! ROLL SWAT!!!”
“We are thrilled to usher this beloved franchise into a new era with S.W.A.T. EXILES,” said Keith Le Goy, Chairman of Sony Pictures Television. “We believe in championing powerful storytelling and in our teams’ exceptional ability to create and deliver these stories to audiences around the world. This belief is embedded in our DNA and central to every decision we make.”
Added Katherine Pope, President, Sony Pictures Television Studios, “We couldn’t be more excited to bring the next chapter of S.W.A.T. to life – both for our incredibly dedicated fans of the original franchise and for a new generation of viewers.
“We’re grateful to our incredible partners Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty, Jason Ning and Shemar Moore for embarking on this journey with us. This team’s commitment to the global fanbase, to our beloved crew and to our city runs deep!”
S.W.A.T. Exiles promises to deliver the same high-stakes drama and intense action sequences that fans have come to know and love. The original series has reached over 1 billion hours watched globally and has been in the top #10 out of 47 countries throughout its 8-season run.
In this spin-off of the hit series, after a high-profile mission goes sideways, Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson is pulled out of forced retirement to lead a last-chance experimental SWAT unit made up of untested, unpredictable young recruits.
Hondo must bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program that made him who he is.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled to partner with Sony to bring S.W.A.T. EXILES to life. It’s an incredible honor to carry forward the legacy of a show that fans around the world have come to love. Working with Shemar Moore, who defines what it means to be a leading man, and introducing a new generation of characters into this world is a dream,” said Ning.
As part of Ning’s recently renewed overall deal, he will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Additional executive producers include Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty of Original Film, Shemar Moore, and James Scura.
