Those fans wondering when SWAT season 7 will be here finally got some good news from CBS. We can now look forward to the premiere of that season in a matter of months.
In fact, the network has also revealed premiere dates for a number of their scripted shows. When it comes to the Shemar Moore-led series SWAT and Fire Country, fans can expect to see the premieres on Friday, February 17 at 8 pm ET/PT. Hopefully, now SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative deal, more excellent TV shows will be coming soon.
What’s coming in SWAT season 7?
As noted by TV Guide, one aspect fans already know is that the season will have 13 episodes, as this was announced back when the series was renewed.
What with the SAG-AFTRA strike, it is not yet known whether all episodes have been filmed, but hopefully they will be ready to drop on CBS after such a long break. In fact, it is believed that production will start soon after Thanksgiving.
It is likely that the various stories from the end of season 6 will continue in the new season, including the usual action and drama.
Meanwhile, Hondo’s wedding story might seem like a series finale, but it is hoped that many of the former cast members will return for the celebration. Moreover, it is hoped that every cast member in SWAT gets the good ending they deserve after such a long run.
Fans will recall that the show was canceled after the season 6 finale, but due to their and Moore’s efforts, they get to see their favorite stars in the seventh and final season.
About the show
Younger fans might not know that the CBS series SWAT was a reboot of a TV series from the 1970s. It was also based on a 2003 movie, starring Samuel L. Jackson and Colin Farrell.
The new version is developed by Shawn Ryan and Aaron Rahsaan Thomas and focuses on Sergeant Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson (Moore), a former marine and Los Angeles native who suddenly gets promoted to team leader of the Special Weapons and Tactics unit of the LA Police Department.
His promotion came amid tensions in the community after the accidental shooting of an unarmed Black teenager.
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