S.W.A.T., a crime drama available on CBS, first aired in 2017. It follows the life of Los Angeles Police Department's S.W.A.T. lieutenant, who has divided loyalty between the streets and his fellow officers. The show has aired seven seasons, and fans have taken the time to rank the worst episodes of the series. In this article, we are going to explore the worst episodes of S.W.A.T., according to viewers.
As the series progressed, the episodes became increasingly complex and intense. While the majority of episodes were well-received by viewers, there were a few that were considered to be the worst episodes of the show. The episodes were met with mixed reactions from fans, with some praising the show for its innovative storytelling, while others criticizing it for its lack of character development.
In this article, we will take a look at the episodes that fans have ranked as the worst of the show. We will explore why these episodes were ranked so poorly, and what the show could have done differently to make them better. By examining these episodes, we can gain insight into what makes a great episode of S.W.A.T. and learn from the mistakes of these worse episodes.
Written by Sophie and last updated on dec 14, 2024.
PS: The following content contains spoilers!
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When a series of deadly explosions hits oil derricks across Los Angeles, the team must hunt down an activist-turned-terrorist; Deacon and his wife work to free a reformed drug dealer who they believe was sent away for a murder he didn't commit.
The episode was rated 7.60 from 522 votes.
SWAT teams up with the DEA, led by Mack Boyle, to conduct a massive gang sweep, only to discover that a vicious cartel is planting roots in the city and endangering numerous lives. Also, Hicks marks an important anniversary.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 400 votes.
SWAT tackles a mission with personal ties for Hondo when they race to find a group of missing students and their bus driver, Hondo's former high school football coach. Also, Hicks has reservations regarding Hondo's new 20-Squad team addition, Devin Gamble, a cop with a family background deeply entrenched in crime.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 266 votes.
When Hicks witnesses the assassination of his longtime friend, the team races to find the shooter and determine why he was targeted; Luca struggles with how to help his brother after he's arrested.
The episode was rated 7.57 from 505 votes.
Hondo, his father Daniel Sr. and his teen charge Darryl confront the history of racial tension in Los Angeles between law enforcement and the Black community, through flashbacks to the city in 1992 following the Rodney King verdict. Also, the SWAT team pursues El Diablo’s scattered drug cartel hiding in the city and a Jihadist group detonating bombs in coordinated attacks,
The episode was rated 7.56 from 430 votes.
When an armored truck heist ends in bloodshed, the team races to track down priceless jewels before more lives are lost; Hondo's mother, Charice, visits.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 414 votes.
Following a string of violent home robberies, the team rushes to stop a crew targeting elderly victims; Hondo's longtime friend and former Marine squad leader Danny Wright turns to Hondo for help when his daughter goes missing.
The episode was rated 7.53 from 417 votes.
When back-to-back shootings at women's clinics leave two healthcare providers dead, Hondo and the team investigate whether the shooting were politically motivated.
The episode was rated 7.52 from 198 votes.
A blackout throws the city into chaos, forcing 20-Squad onto the streets for an emergency patrol day, which quickly escalates when Hondo and team uncover a terror threat.
The episode was rated 7.51 from 231 votes.
When two students are brutally attacked, 20-Squad contends with a possible honor killing. Meanwhile, Hondo and Nichelle have their first parenting dispute while searching for a suitable daycare.
The episode was rated 7.41 from 170 votes.
