S.W.A.T.

The series reboots a 1970s show with a Black lead, Hondo, but the original Hondo character was already played by a non-white actor, so this isn't a notable swap.

• Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson as the central Black SWAT sergeant, consistent with the source

Features competent female officers but does not frame men as incompetent foils or deliver 'men are the problem' messaging.

• Chris Alonso as a capable female SWAT operator

Includes a recurring LGBTQ+ storyline with the character Chris exploring polyamory and bisexual relationships as a supporting arc.

• Chris Alonso's polyamorous/bisexual relationship storyline

A diverse ensemble cast that is plausible for a contemporary Los Angeles setting, though clearly intentional in composition.

• Multiracial SWAT team reflecting LA demographics

The show regularly centers episodes on police-community relations, racism, and social justice, often with explicit dialogue addressing these issues.

• Recurring storylines on police brutality and racial profiling
• Hondo navigating tension between Black community and police
• Episodes addressing systemic racism in policing

Critiques aspects of policing and some characters' attitudes but doesn't broadly frame masculinity or the West as inherently toxic.

• Critiques of aggressive policing tactics
• Tension over 'us vs them' police mentality

A modern reimagining of the 1970s show with added social commentary, but changes are creative/contemporary rather than identity-driven betrayals of established characters.

• Modernized tone with heavy focus on community and race relations