Did you know the show is based on a 1975 movie? The original SWAT had a theme song that was banned in some markets because it sounded too real. The new show uses a remix. Total dad-rock energy.
Also, Shemar Moore famously drives his own car to set. A 1971 Chevelle SS. He calls it “The Hondo Mobile.” If Season 9 happens, that car gets a raise.
And here’s a juicy rumor: the season finale of Season 8 ended on a cliffhanger. A major character’s fate was left dangling. That’s not a coincidence—it’s a negotiation tactic.
The Fans Are the Secret Weapon
No, seriously. The SWAT fandom is legendary. They trend #RenewSWAT on Twitter every Tuesday. They even sent a food truck to CBS headquarters in 2026. It had tacos. And a banner that said “We Mean Business.”
Pro tip: if you want a show renewed, send tacos to executives. It’s the 21st-century version of a petition.
So, yes, Season 9 is possible. The odds are… let’s call them SWAT-optimistic.
