S.W.A.T.

About S.W.A.T.

S.W.A.T is a captivating American crime drama television series, inspired by the 1975 series of the same name. It has an intriguing plot designed around a Los Angeles S.W.A.T lieutenant, Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson (played by Shemar Moore), who is torn between loyalty to the streets and duty to his fellow officers. The series was premiered on November 2, 2017.

Making / Production

This riveting TV series is created by Robert Hamner and developed by Shawn Ryan and Aaron Rahsaan Thomas. It's expertly produced by Original Film, CBS Television Studios and Sony Pictures Television. The producers captured the world of the Special Weapons And Tactics team with authenticity and rawness.

Actors

• Shemar Moore as Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson: A dedicated sergeant who's committed to his task and his team.
• Alex Russell as Jim Street: A newly transferred officer into the S.W.A.T unit, often chaotic but well-meaning.
• Lina Esco as Christina "Chris" Alonso: A capable officer who often proves her critics wrong.
• Kenny Johnson as Dominique Luca: The team's driver, slash mechanic, with a great sense of humor.
• Djay Mayron as Deacon Kay: An experienced officer who is Hondo's right hand and voice of reason.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is actually a reboot of the 1975 television series.
• The show's creator, Shawn Ryan, is also known for creating the renowned TV series 'The Shield'.
• Shemar Moore performed many of his own stunts throughout the series.

Awards

Though S.W.A.T. hasn't taken home any major awards yet, it has enjoyed a positive reception from audiences and critics alike, appreciating its adrenaline-filled plot and robust performances.

Quotes

• "We're cops. The rules are different." - Hondo
• "There's your truth, and there's my truth. There is no the truth." - Hondo
• "We're not just cops, we're S.W.A.T.!" - Street

Music, Soundtrack

• The music score by famous composers Robert Duncan and Justin Michael La Vallee effectively adds to the suspense and action of the series.
• The alluring title theme 'S.W.A.T' is composed by the acclaimed Barry De Vorzon.
• Soundtracks within the show cover a wide range of music genres, providing another layer to the storytelling.