S.W.A.T. 1975
“When you're in trouble, you call the police. When the police are in trouble, they call S.W.A.T.”
- Status
- Canceled
- First Aired
- February 24, 1975
- Last Aired
- April 3, 1976
- Format
- 2 seasons · 37 eps
- Created By
- Lee Stanley, Robert Hamner
- Network
- ABC
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, Philo
What is S.W.A.T.?
S.W.A.T. is an American action/crime drama series that follows the adventures of a Special Weapons And Tactics team.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1975
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 37
- First aired
- Feb 24, 1975
- Last aired
- Apr 3, 1976
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- ABC
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.1/10 from 69 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 37 episodes
- Status
- Canceled
- Network
- ABC
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 37 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
S.W.A.T. is an American action/crime drama series that follows the adventures of a Special Weapons And Tactics team. The series is set in an unidentified California city. It is a spin-off of The Rookies, indicating a connection to the earlier series. The show was produced by Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg, who also produced The Rookies. The series aired on ABC, providing entertainment to audiences during its run. The production team behind S.W.A.T. brought their expertise to the show, having previously worked on The Rookies. S.W.A.T. operated as a part of the television landscape, offering viewers a glimpse into the world of a Special Weapons And Tactics team. The series ran from February 1975 to April 1976, during which time it presented its unique brand of action and drama to the audience.
Should you watch it?
“Elite police unit tackles high‑stakes missions in a gritty California backdrop.”
- Fast‑paced action sequences
- Classic 70s crime drama style
- Produced by Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg
- Limited run of just over a year
- Some episodes feel formulaic
Watch it if you enjoy 1970s action‑drama series about police tactical units.
The series contains intense action and crime themes suitable for mature teen and adult audiences.
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Killing Ground Mytharc Feb 24, 1975
- E2 Coven of Killers Core Mar 3, 1975
- E3 Death Carrier Core Mar 10, 1975
- E4 Pressure Cooker Core Mar 17, 1975
- E5 Hit Men Core Mar 24, 1975
- E6 Jungle War Core Mar 31, 1975
- E7 Death Score Core Apr 7, 1975
- E8 Time Bomb Core Apr 21, 1975
- E9 The Bravo Enigma Mytharc Apr 28, 1975
- E10 The Steel Plated Security Blanket Core May 5, 1975
- E11 Omega One Core May 12, 1975
- E12 Blind Man's Bluff Mytharc May 19, 1975
- E13 Sole Survivor Mytharc May 26, 1975
Season 2 · 24 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 Deadly Tide (1) Mytharc Sep 13, 1975
- E2 Deadly Tide (2) Core Sep 13, 1975
- E3 Kill S.W.A.T. Core Sep 20, 1975
- E4 Dealers in Death Core Sep 27, 1975
- E5 The Vendetta Core Oct 11, 1975
- E6 Criss-Cross Core Oct 18, 1975
- E7 Vigilante Core Oct 25, 1975
- E8 Courthouse Core Nov 1, 1975
- E9 Ordeal Filler Nov 8, 1975
- E10 Strike Force Core Nov 15, 1975
- E11 The Swinger Core Nov 22, 1975
- E12 Terror Ship Core Nov 29, 1975
- E13 Murder by Fire Core Dec 6, 1975
- E14 Silent Night, Deadly Night Core Dec 13, 1975
- E15 The Running Man (1) Core Jan 24, 1976
- E16 The Running Man (2) Core Jan 24, 1976
- E17 Lessons in Fear Core Jan 31, 1976
- E18 Deadly Weapons Core Feb 7, 1976
- E19 The Chinese Connection Core Feb 28, 1976
- E20 Dragons and Owls Core Mar 6, 1976
- E21 Any Second Now Core Mar 13, 1976
- E22 Soldier on the Hill Core Mar 20, 1976
- E23 Dangerous Memories Mytharc Mar 27, 1976
- E24 Officer Luca, You're Dead Mytharc Apr 3, 1976
Frequently asked questions
When did the series originally air?
It aired on ABC from February 1975 to April 1976.
What is the premise of the show?
It follows a Special Weapons and Tactics team in an unnamed California city.
Is S.W.A.T. related to any other series?
Yes, it is a spin‑off of The Rookies.
Who produced the series?
It was produced by Aaron Spelling and Leonard Goldberg.
What genre does the show belong to?
It is an action/crime drama.
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