In the past, SWAT was one of the lowest-rated scripted series on CBS. Last year, the network moved the series to Friday nights, when network viewership is lower. The ratings actually rose year-over-year, a rarity as more viewers shift to streaming and delayed viewing. Was that rise just a fluke, or could it continue? Will SWAT be cancelled or renewed for season seven? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.
A police action drama series, the SWAT TV show stars Shemar Moore, Alex Russell, Jay Harrington, Kenny Johnson, David Lim, and Patrick St. Esprit. The crime thriller centers on Sergeant Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson (Moore), a Los Angeles native and former Marine who’s been tapped to lead a new “last stop” Special Weapons And Tactics unit (S.W.A.T.). The rest of the team includes seasoned David “Deacon” Kay (Harrington), cocky Jim Street (Russell), expert driver Dominique Luca (Johnson), and informant-connected Victor Tan (Lim). Responsible for the management of all Metro Division S.W.A.T. units is Commander Robert Hicks (St. Esprit), a senior LAPD official with the Special Operations Bureau.
The ratings are typically the best indication of a show’s chances of staying on the air. The higher the ratings, the better the chances for survival. This chart will be updated as new ratings data becomes available.
5/20 update: You can see the latest night’s ratings in context.
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For comparisons: Season five of SWAT on CBS averaged a 0.45 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 4.28 million viewers.
Note: These are the final national ratings, including all live+same day viewing and DVR playback (through 3:00 AM). Early fast affiliate ratings (estimates) are indicated with an “*”. While these numbers don’t include further delayed or streaming viewing, they are a very good indicator of how a show is performing, especially when compared to others on the same channel. Though other economic factors are involved, the higher-rated shows usually get renewed and the lower-rated ones get cancelled.
*5/6/23 update: SWAT has been cancelled by CBS after six seasons.
*5/9/23 update: CBS reversed its decision and renewed it for a seventh and final season.
What do you think? Do you like the SWAT TV series on CBS? Should it be cancelled or renewed for a seventh season?
Again I am sad the series is going to end. Hope another station, etc picks up the show. I watched SWAT on Netflix, started with season 1 show 1 and forgot how Street joined the SWAT team. I have watched three shows and it is great. I will for sure miss the show when it ends. Shows 1-3 had lots of action.
I will say it again, SWAT is a great series. I hope the station decided to keep the show going. Maybe another station can pick up the show and it does not have to die at the end of season 7.
SWAT is one of the most exciting and well written shows on TV/CBS. I know they have been granted a last season, season 7, but if enough of us make enough noise, can’t we get MORE seasons of this phenomenal show?? Come on fans!!!
Just read SWAT has been canceled. What a mistake, one of the best shows. Hope station changes their mind or another one picks up the show. All time favorite show.
S.W.A.T. is the greatest tv series on earth.
I have never missed one episode and sad to know
next season will be the finale.
Please continue on another network!
This is the only show I watch on Friday nights. Please renew.
Please renew. One of my favorite shows on TV.
Best series
Swat is the best show on tv
I look forward to see swat every week
I look forward in watching swat every Friday. Finally got my mom to watch as well. I hope they continue for another season. Love the cast.
Cool series
SWAT is one of my favorite shows. I do not like the new female, In my opinion she is not a good fit with the other actors. The female who left the show was very good. Find someone who would make a better fit and someone who has a personality.
SWAT is one of the few TV shows my hubby and I watch together. Being in Australia we watch via a paid streaming service on delay but are very much looking forward to season 7. We’ve watched a lot of crime and action series but SWAT is our favourite!
My husband and I love Swat, the whole cast is great. One of the few shows we watch together. I’m glad it’s on Fridays instead on Sundays. I hope we get a season 7.
I love CBS SWAT and I hope it continues to stay on CBS, it’s a great show.