{"id":2007034,"date":"2025-09-08T18:58:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T18:58:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2007034"},"modified":"2025-09-08T18:58:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T18:58:27","slug":"jay-harrington-patrick-st-esprit-joining-shemar-moore-in-s-w-a-t-exiles-pilot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/jay-harrington-patrick-st-esprit-joining-shemar-moore-in-s-w-a-t-exiles-pilot\/","title":{"rendered":"Jay Harrington &#038; Patrick St. Esprit Joining Shemar Moore in \u2018S.W.A.T. Exiles\u2019 Pilot"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Just two days after the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/show\/s-w-a-t\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:S.W.A.T.;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><em>S.W.A.T.<\/em><\/a> <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/1192557\/swat-series-finale-recap-shemar-moore-gamble-staying-leaving\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:series finale;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">series finale<\/a> aired, it was announced that won\u2019t be the last time we see <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/shemar-moore\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Shemar Moore;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Shemar Moore<\/a> playing Hondo. The show was, in a way, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/1180261\/s-w-a-t-canceled-shemar-moore-cbs\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:brought back from cancellation yet again;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">brought back from cancellation yet again<\/a>. And while originally, it was only Moore returning, now two other original stars will be appearing in the pilot, it was announced on September 8.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Sony Pictures Television has announced a series order for a spinoff,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/show\/s-w-a-t-exiles\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:S.W.A.T. Exiles;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em><\/a>, with Moore reprising his role as Hondo, on May 18. Sony Pictures Television will produce and distribute the 10-episode series globally and, at the time, said to be focused on finding the right homes and partners for these new stories. Jason Ning will serve as showrunner.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cMy eight seasons on <em>S.W.A.T.<\/em> have been epic and memorable. 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 <em>S.W.A.T.<\/em> with Sony. Katherine Pope, Neal H. Moritz, Jason Ning, and I will keep the franchise, thrill ride action, heartfelt drama, and storytelling of <em>S.W.A.T.<\/em> alive. WE DON\u2019T LOSE!!!! ROLL SWAT!!!,\u201d said Shemar Moore in a statement.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>&#8216;S.W.A.T. Exiles&#8217;<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Sony Pictures Television<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cWe are thrilled to usher this beloved franchise into a new era with <em>S.W.A.T. EXILES<\/em>,\u201d said Keith Le Goy, Chairman of Sony Pictures Television. \u201cWe believe in championing powerful storytelling and in our teams\u2019 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Added Katherine Pope, President, Sony Pictures Television Studios, \u201cWe couldn\u2019t be more excited to bring the next chapter of <em>S.W.A.T<\/em>. to life \u2014 both for our incredibly dedicated fans of the original franchise and for a new generation of viewers. We\u2019re grateful to our incredible partners Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty, Jason Ning, and Shemar Moore for embarking on this journey with us. This team\u2019s commitment to the global fanbase, to our beloved crew and to our city runs deep!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Read on for everything we know so far about\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em>, from the cast (and who\u2019s returning) to what it\u2019s about and more.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">When will\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em> premiere?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">That has yet to be announced. But production is slated to begin later in September in Los Angeles.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Where will\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em> air?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">That, too, is unknown.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">What is\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em> about?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">In\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em>, the logline teases, \u201cAfter a high-profile mission goes sideways, Daniel \u2018Hondo\u2019 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.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">Who\u2019s in the\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T. Exiles<\/em> cast?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Moore is back as Hondo. And on Monday, September 8, it was announced that <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/jay-harrington\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Jay Harrington;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Jay Harrington<\/a> (Sergeant David \u2018Deacon\u2019 Kay) and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/patrick-st-esprit\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Patrick St. Esprit;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Patrick St. Esprit<\/a> (Commander Robert Hicks) will appear in the first episode. They starred alongside Moore across all eight seasons of the CBS series.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">We\u2019ll have to wait to see if anyone else who was still on 20-Squad alongside Hondo and Deacon \u2014 Tan (<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/david-lim\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:David Lim;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">David Lim<\/a>), Powell (<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/anna-enger-ritch\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Anna Enger Ritch;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Anna Enger Ritch<\/a>), Alfaro (<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/niko-pepaj\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Niko Pepaj;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Niko Pepaj<\/a>), and Gamble (<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/people\/annie-ilonzeh\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Annie Ilonzeh;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Annie Ilonzeh<\/a>) \u2014 will show up in this new series.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Joining showrunner Ning as executive producers are Neal H. Moritz and Pavun Shetty of Original Film, Shemar Moore, James Scura, and Jon Cowan.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">\u201cI couldn\u2019t be more thrilled to partner with Sony to bring <em>S.W.A.T. EXILES to<\/em> life. It\u2019s 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,\u201d said Ning when the series was first announced.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mb-4 text-xl font-bold md:text-2xl\">How did\u00a0<em>S.W.A.T.<\/em> end?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><em>S.W.A.T.<\/em> ended its eight-season run on CBS with Hondo still leading 20-Squad and the team heading out to respond to another call like any other day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Read the latest entertainment news on <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tvinsider.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:TV Insider;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">TV Insider<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Just two days after the S.W.A.T. series finale aired, it was announced that won\u2019t be the last time we see Shemar Moore playing Hondo. The show was, in a way, brought back from cancellation yet again. And while originally, it was only Moore returning, now two other original stars will be appearing in the pilot, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2007035,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":[],"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[25177],"tags":[366276,366277,366272,366273,366275,366274,315988,305092],"class_list":["post-2007034","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-celebrities","tag-hondo","tag-jason-ning","tag-jay-harrington","tag-katherine-pope","tag-neal-h-moritz","tag-patrick-st-esprit","tag-shemar-moore","tag-sony-pictures-television"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Jay-Harrington-Patrick-St-Esprit-Joining-Shemar-Moore-in.jpeg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2007034","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2007034"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2007034\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2007035"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2007034"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2007034"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2007034"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}