S.W.A.T. Exiles Spinoff Set for September 25 Debut on Starz as Sony TV Seals Global Distribution Deals

Starz has picked up S.W.A.T. Exiles, a 10-episode spinoff of the former CBS series S.W.A.T., starring Shemar Moore. The new police procedural is set to premiere on the pay cable network on September 25, with Sony Pictures Television producing the series.

According to Deadline, Sony has already secured sales for the show across every major international market, including Europe, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa. The outlet noted that "select territories launching day-and-date with the U.S. premiere," signaling a coordinated global rollout for the action drama.

Deadline'S.W.A.T. Exiles' Spinoff Lands at Starz With September 25 Premiere; Sony TV Secures Global Sales

"select territories launching day-and-date with the U.S. premiere."

This marks a significant promotional push for the spinoff, which TVLine reports follows characters from the original S.W.A.T. series in a new setting. The original show, which ran for several seasons on CBS, built a loyal audience around Moore's character, and the move to pay cable now allows for a more adult-oriented take on the franchise.

TVLineS.W.A.T. Exiles Spin-Off Starring Shemar Moore Picked Up by Starz for Fall Premiere

"follows characters from the original show in a new setting"

With Sony handling distribution, the series will reach viewers both domestically and abroad on the same day in key markets, giving Starz a strong fall programming anchor. The shift from broadcast to cable also reflects a broader trend of established TV properties finding new life on streaming and premium platforms. Whether the spinoff can replicate the original's ratings success remains to be seen, but its international sales suggest considerable interest beyond U.S. borders.