Samuel L. Jackson's Forgotten 'S.W.A.T.' Movie Is a Streaming Hit on Tubi

Why this matters: The resurgence of *S.W.A.T.* highlights the enduring appeal of action films and the power of free streaming platforms to revive older titles. It also demonstrates how a film can find a new audience long after its initial release.

*S.W.A.T.* initially emerged as a TV series in 1975, produced by Aaron Spelling, inspired by the LAPD's real-life Special Weapons And Tactics unit. Despite its popularity, it was canceled after two seasons due to increasing concerns about violence on television.

The movie follows Jim Street (Colin Farrell), who gets a second chance to join a new S.W.A.T. team assembled by Hondo Harrelson (Samuel L. Jackson). The team's mission is to safely transport a captured French drug lord, Alex Montel (Olivier Martinez), who has offered $100 million to anyone who can help him escape.

The film's cast includes Michelle Rodriguez, LL Cool J, Josh Charles, and Brian Van Holt. The team faces numerous challenges, including a traitor within their ranks and the vengeful Brian Gamble (Jeremy Renner).

While the original *S.W.A.T.* movie spawned direct-to-video sequels with different cast members, the franchise saw a return to television in 2017 with Shemar Moore as Hondo. Despite being canceled after eight seasons on CBS, the series is set to continue with a spin-off, *S.W.A.T.: Exiles*.

You can stream it for free on Tubi.

The film stars Samuel L. Jackson, Colin Farrell, and LL Cool J.

The film had a budget of $70 million and grossed $207 million worldwide.

What are your thoughts on the 2003 *S.W.A.T.* movie? Did you enjoy it when it was first released, or are you discovering it now on Tubi? Let us know in the comments below!

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