Episode 5×06 “Crisis Actor”
THE TEAM RACES TO PREVENT A HOSTAGE SITUATION FROM ESCALATING
When armed gunmen storm the set of a controversial cable news show that promotes conspiracy theories, the team races to prevent a hostage situation from escalating on live TV.
Also, Chris supports Street as he prepares for his mother’s funeral.
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
| RECURRING CAST: | |
| David DeSantos | (Rodrigo Sanchez) |
| Rochelle Aytes | (Nichelle) |
GUEST CAST:
| Teddy Sears | (Tripp) |
| Ellie Araiza | (Andrea) |
| Fizaa Dosani | (Jules) |
| Ashley Wood | (Elle) |
| Joseph Lyle Taylor | (Jeffrey) |
| Kristofer Gordon | (Sam) |
| Joshua Dov | (Arnold) |
| Joshua Bitton | (Robert) |
| Caitlin Duffy | (Receptionist) |
| Randall J. Bacon | (Security Guard) |
Written by Sarah Alderson.
Directed by Cherie Dvorak.
Air Date: Friday, Nov. 12 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Episode 5×05 “West Coast Offense”
THE TEAM UNCOVERS A MURDEROUS PLOT AGAINST A FAMOUS PRO FOOTBALL QUARTERBACK
When the team responds to a home invasion call, they uncover a murderous plot against a famous pro football quarterback.
Also, Hicks gets a long-awaited lead on a Jane Doe case he worked 20 years ago.
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
| RECURRING CAST: | |
| David DeSantos | (Rodrigo Sanchez) |
GUEST CAST:
| Quincy Chad | (Nichols) |
| Shelli Boone | (Carolyn) |
| Joel Johnstone | (Wolf) |
| Jock McKissic | (Wagner) |
| Liam Johnson | (Greer) |
| Phillip Brandon | (Dips) |
| Amy Benedict | (Gail) |
| Nandini Bapat | (Asst. Manager) |
Written by Kent Rotherham.
Directed by Stephanie Marquardt.
Air Date: Friday, Nov. 5 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Episode 5×04 “Sentinel”
THE TEAM’S RACE TO STOP A VIOLENT BAND OF ARMED ROBBERS IS COMPLICATED BY CIVILIANS
As the team races to stop a violent band of armed robbers, the search is complicated by civilians using a public safety app that encourages vigilantism.
Also, Street receives difficult news that alters his future.
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
| RECURRING CAST: | |
| David DeSantos | (Rodrigo Sanchez) |
| Norma Kuhling | (Nora Fowler) |
GUEST CAST:
| Cathy Cahlin Ryan | (Dr. Wendy) |
| David Rees Snell | (Det. Burrows) |
| Oscar Peῆa | (Mitch) |
| Kenny Barr | (Marc) |
| Michael B. Silver | (Vince) |
| Evan Sloan | (Deron) |
| Eric Urbiztondo | (Danny) |
| Mikal Vega | (Russian Mike) |
| Javier Calderon | (Jaime) |
| Yeniffer Behrens | (Victoria) |
| Natisha Anderson | (Glenna) |
| Julianna Mia Behrens | (Sammi) |
Written by Ryan Keleher.
Directed by Cherie Dvorak.
Air Date: Friday, Oct. 22 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Episode 5×03 “27 David”
THE TEAM TAKES ON A CUNNING ROBBERY CREW
When a robbery crew holds up the iconic downtown Los Angeles library, the team discovers that stolen architectural drawings could lead to a major threat against the city.
Also, the squad is surprised by the arrival of a new leader, longtime LAPD veteran and former S.W.A.T. member Rodrigo Sanchez (David DeSantos).
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
| RECURRING CAST: | |
| Obba Babatundé | (Daniel Harrelson, Sr.) |
| David DeSantos | (Rodrigo Sanchez) |
GUEST CAST:
| Jeff Torres | (Garett) |
| Courtney Dietz | (Pipa) |
| Johnny D’Esposito | (Brock) |
| Chase Anderson | (Dale) |
| Scott Rosendall | (Longmire) |
| Conrad Haynes | (Tatum) |
| Annie Tedesco | (Renee) |
| Loanne Bishop | (Annabeth) |
| Eddie Blackwell | (Riley) |
| Michelle Haro | (Walters) |
Written by Nathan Jackson.
Directed by Alex Graves.
Air Date: Friday, Oct. 15 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
Episode 5×02 “Madrugada”
Still in Mexico, Hondo teams up with a local cop for a dangerous rescue mission, only to find himself with a target on his back.
Also, back in Los Angeles, Hicks considers disbanding the team for good.
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
| RECURRING CAST: | |
| Lou Ferrigno, Jr. | (Rocker) |
GUEST CAST:
| Val Dorantes | (Delfina) |
| Timothy V. Murphy | (Arthur) |
| José-Maria Aguila | (Charro) |
| David Arauza | (Chief Barrera) |
| Pilar Padilla | (Isabel) |
| Luke Cook | (A.J.) |
| Ricardo Abarca | (Gabriel) |
| Samantha Cutaran | (Susan) |
| Jeff Bowser | (Dana) |
| Luis Alberti | (Flynn) |
| August Maturo | (Terrified Teen) |
Written by Matthew T. Brown.
Directed by Billy Gierhart.
Air Date: Friday, Oct. 8 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.
HONDO TEAMS UP WITH A LOCAL COP IN MEXICO FOR A DANGEROUS RESCUE MISSION
Episode 5×01 “Vagabundo”
In the aftermath of his decision to speak out in the press, Hondo retreats to a quiet town in Mexico to reassess his life and professional future, only to find himself reluctantly drawn into one local family’s fight for justice, on the season premiere of S.W.A.T.
REGULAR CAST:
| Shemar Moore | (Daniel “Hondo” Harrelson) |
| Alex Russell | (Jim Street) |
| Jay Harrington | (David “Deacon” Kay) |
| Lina Esco | (Christina “Chris” Alonso) |
| Kenny Johnson | (Dominique Luca) |
| David Lim | (Victor Tan) |
| Patrick St. Esprit | (Commander Robert Hicks) |
GUEST CAST:
| Val Dorantes | (Delfina) |
| Timothy V. Murphy | (Arthur) |
| José-Maria Aguila | (Charro) |
| Adolfo Madera | (Ramírez) |
| Sofía Sylwin | (Paloma) |
| David Arauza | (Chief Barrera) |
| Pilar Padilla | (Isabel) |
| Luke Cook | (A.J.) |
| Ricardo Abarca | (Gabriel) |
| Arnoldo Picazzo | (Willie) |
| Ricardo Momentey | (Pablo) |
Written by Mellori Velasquez.
Directed by Billy Gierhart.
Air Date: Friday, Oct. 1 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
