The season begins with a crisis: long-time team leader Buck Spivey is fired after accidentally shooting an unarmed Black teenager. To soothe political tensions, Hondo—a South L.A. local—is promoted to lead the unit. Throughout the season, he must bridge the gap between his "brothers in blue" and the community he grew up in.

Season 1 of the action-drama series (2017) introduces Sergeant Daniel "Hondo" Harrelson as he takes command of a specialized tactical unit in Los Angeles. The season consists of 22 episodes and explores themes of community tension, loyalty, and high-stakes law enforcement. Season Overview