With the next chapter of the S.W.A.T. franchise taking shape through S.W.A.T.: Exiles, fans have started asking one question more than any other: Which familiar faces could return?

While the new series is expected to introduce fresh characters and storylines, many viewers hope it won’t completely leave the past behind. Characters like Deacon, Tan, Luca, Chris Alonso, and Jim Street remain fan favorites, and their names continue to surface whenever the franchise is discussed online.

A Fresh Start Doesn’t Mean Forgetting the Past

Spin-offs often succeed by balancing new ideas with familiar faces. Even a brief guest appearance from an original cast member could strengthen the connection between the old series and its newest chapter.

Whether that happens remains to be seen, but fan interest is already building.

The Return Fans Would Celebrate Most

Every fan has a different wish list, but one thing is clear: audiences haven’t forgotten the original team. If S.W.A.T.: Exiles hopes to win over longtime viewers, revisiting some of the franchise’s most beloved characters could become one of its biggest strengths.