S.W.A.T. returned from its winter break with Season 8, Episode 9 on Friday, January 31, 2025, in a new 10 p.m. ET time slot on CBS. Season 8 then continued through its run and ultimately concluded the series with its finale on May 16, 2025.

When does S.W.A.T. return?

Quick Scoop

If you’re wondering “when does S.W.A.T. return?” in the context of its more recent CBS run, the key date is:

  • January 31, 2025 – the show came back from a winter hiatus with Season 8, Episode 9 at 10 p.m. ET on CBS.
  • This followed a fall run of early Season 8 episodes that paused after the December 13, 2024 episode “Left of Boom.”

After that return, Season 8 continued weekly and built toward the end of the series.

Where things stand now

S.W.A.T. has completed its run on CBS:

  • Season 8 aired from October 18, 2024, through May 16, 2025 , with 22 episodes.
  • CBS confirmed that Season 8 would be the final season, and the series finale aired on May 16, 2025.

So in terms of future returns, there is no announced Season 9 or new batch of episodes; the show is considered finished as of 2025.

For fans catching up or streaming

Depending on your region and platform, you’ll typically find:

  • Earlier seasons available on major streaming or on-demand services that carry CBS content (availability can vary by country and over time).
  • Reruns airing on various cable or broadcast channels that license past seasons.

Check your local listings or your preferred streaming app and search for “S.W.A.T. (2017) CBS” to make sure you’re getting the right series.

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