The Rookie is an American police procedural television series created by Alexi Hawley for ABC. The series stars Nathan Fillion, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Titus Makin Jr., Mercedes Mason, Melissa O'Neil, Eric Winter, Afton Williamson, Mekia Cox, Shawn Ashmore, Jenna Dewan, Tru Valentino, Lisseth Chavez, and Deric Augustine. It follows John Nolan, a man in his 40s, who becomes the oldest ...
The Rookie: Created by Alexi Hawley. With Nathan Fillion, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Melissa O'Neil. Starting over isn't easy, especially for John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of joining the LAPD. As their oldest rookie, he's met with skepticism from those who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.
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The Rookie has been renewed for Season 9, becoming ABC's 3rd longest-running drama series. Young appeal, lean production & tax credit made it happen.
The Rookie isn't going anywhere. ABC has just renewed the long-running cop drama series for a ninth season. Per Deadline, The Rookie will be part of ABC's 2026-27 TV schedule. The show's popularity on TikTok and with the under-18 crowd is believed to have helped the cop drama secure its Season 9 renewal. The show's lean production and California tax credits also contributed to ABC's decision ...
What is The Rookie about? The official logline reads: “John Nolan, once the oldest rookie in the LAPD, now uses his life experience, determination, and sense of humor to keep up with rookies 20 ...
About The Rookie John Nolan, once the oldest rookie in the LAPD, now uses his life experience, determination and sense of humor to keep up with rookies 20+ years his junior. John and the team must navigate the intense, unpredictable nature of their jobs and personal challenges, while uplifting the next generation of first responders.