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“The Rookie” is back with a gripping new episode titled “The Watcher,” airing at 10:00 Pm on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, on ABC. In this second episode of Season 7, the team faces a unique challenge as they dive into community policing while trying to track down a local vigilante. The stakes are high as they navigate the fine line between justice and taking the law into their own hands.

Celina’s instincts are put to the test in this episode, pushing her to rely on her training and intuition. Viewers can expect some intense moments as she grapples with her role in the team and the moral complexities of their mission. The pressure is on, and how she handles it could define her future as a rookie officer.

Meanwhile, Tim and Lucy uncover secrets about the two new rookies. Their discoveries promise to add layers of intrigue and tension to the storyline,...

The Rookie showrunner Alexi Hawley explains exactly where the series' seventh season picks up.

Speaking to TVLine, Hawley was asked about the time-jump that is about to take place with the release of Season 7 of The Rookie. "It’s been a few weeks," Hawley responded, "time enough for Nolan to heal up [from being shot in the butt] – though whether he’s healed up enough or not is a bit of a debate in Episode 1. He’s trying to get back on that horse more quickly than he should."

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Regarding the state in which audiences will find star Nathan Fillion's Officer John Nolan, Hawley explained, "He’s feeling very pressured, because [Bailey’s escaped convict ex-husband] Jason is out there,...

The Rookie is losing another character as Tru Valentino, who plays Officer Aaron Thorsen, is leaving in season 7. However, Aaron's exit isn't too worrying, following a promising update concerning his future on the show. Many main characters have disappointingly left The Rookie over the course of its seven seasons, and Aaron is only the latest to depart. So, when season 7 opens, Aaron will already be gone. While the reasoning behind his exit is unknown ahead of the premiere, comments from the ABC police procedural's showrunner, Alexi Hawley, regarding the matter are reassuring.

The Rookie season 7, consisting of 18 episodes, premieres on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 10 pm Et on ABC.

Several villains threatened the team during The Rookie season 6 finale, but most of the focus was on Monica Stevens. Unfortunately, by the end of the hour, Monica got away. Two other notorious The Rookie villains — Oscar Hutchinson and Jason Wyler — broke out of...

Season 7 of the live-action ‘police procedural’ drama series, “The Rookie”, stars Nathan Filion, airing airing January 7, 2025 on ABC, followed by streaming on Hulu:

“…’John Nolan’, once the oldest rookie in the ‘LAPD’ has used his life experience, determination and sense of humor to keep up with rookies 20 years his junior.

“Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age, John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt for two dangerous escaped prisoners who have deranged, personal vendettas….”

"The Rookie" stars Nathan Fillion as ‘John Nolan’, Mekia Cox as ‘Nyla Harper’, Alyssa Diaz as ‘Angela Lopez’, Richard T. Jones as ‘Sergeant Wade Grey’, Melissa O'Neil as ‘Lucy Chen’, Eric Winter as ‘Tim Bradford’, Jenna Dewan as ‘Bailey Nune’, Shawn Ashmore as ‘Wesley Evers’ and Lisseth Chavez as ‘Celina Juarez’.

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The action heats up in *The Rookie* Season 7, Episode 1, titled “The Shot,” airing on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 10:00 Pm on ABC. This episode kicks off the new season with high stakes as John Nolan and his team are faced with both personal and professional challenges. As they continue the intense manhunt for two dangerous inmates who escaped from prison, the team quickly realizes that these criminals have very personal vendettas, making them even more unpredictable and deadly.

But it’s not just the criminals that are causing tension—John and the team are also welcoming two new rookies to the force. With fresh faces and new dynamics, the team must navigate their way through the pressure of catching these violent fugitives while helping their rookies adjust to the tough realities of being on the job.

Filled with pulse-pounding action, emotional twists, and plenty of drama, this episode promises to keep...

Will #Chenford be a thing in season seven of ABC’s The Rookie? The synopsis for season seven episode one, “The Shot,” doesn’t address the couple, but it does confirm two new rookies are joining the team. However, a 15-second promo for the new season (embedded below) is driving #Chenford fans crazy.

The seventh season premieres on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 10pm Et/Pt immediately following a new episode of High Potential.

The cast is led by Nathan Fillion as John Nolan. Season seven stars Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez, Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, Jenna Dewan as Bailey Nune, Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers, and Lisseth Chavez as Celina Juarez. Deric Augustine and Patrick Keleher recur as Miles and Seth.

“The Shot” Plot: Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age,...

The Nathan Fillion-led police drama remains one of ABC's bonafide hits.

An underwhelming season finale with a questionable cliffhanger doesn't preclude the series from being one of the best on the network.

Frankly, we can patiently wait for the writers and company to cook up a mighty fine season.

Fortunately, we won't have to wait quite as long as we did during last year's strikes, but we'll have to wait long enough.

We'll give you more information below!!

Has The Rookie Been Renewed at ABC?

Fret not, Rookie Fanatics!

The Rookie Has been renewed for its seventh season.

The series has become a staple on the network and is undoubtedly one of ABC's most successful offerings.

In fact, The Rookie Season 6 Episode 1 garnered a whopping 11.9 million viewers across all platforms after its long-awaited return after a dual strike.

It was the series' best showing since the series premiere.

With...

The Rookie season 6 included impactful storylines such as Lucy moving in with Celina, Bailey and Nolan deciding to adopt a baby, and Tim going to therapy. The return of characters from The Rookie: Feds added an exciting element to the season 6 finale and teased the potential for more appearances in season 7. The Rookie season 6 didn't feature much of Smitty, but his quiet storyline in the penultimate episode produced one of the season's funniest moments.

The Rookie season 6 only had ten episodes to leave an impression on viewers, and while The Rookie's season 6 finale was a bit of a dud, the episodes also contained many iconic moments that will be fondly remembered. The ABC crime drama series, created by Alexi Hawley, had to cut its sixth outing short due to the 2023 writers and actors strikes, so, the writers had minimal time to tell a complete, overarching plot. Unfortunately, the shortened...

ABC renewed The Rookie for season 7, premiere delayed until 2025. Season 7 will contain 18 uninterrupted episodes back-to-back. ABC's decision to delay the premiere shows faith in the series for more seasons.

ABC unsurprisingly renewed The Rookie for a seventh season, but the network's decision regarding the upcoming season's premiere is rather peculiar and frustrating (at first glance). The procedural crime television series, created by Alexi Hawley, premiered in 2018 and has consistently been one of ABC's top drama shows, which accounts for its continual renewals over the years. The Rookie has impressively run for six seasons (and over 100 episodes) and is heading towards its seventh. However, fans will have to wait quite a long time for new episodes following the season 6 finale of The Rookie.

The Rookie season 6 finale, "Escape Plan," airs on Tuesday, May 21, at 9 pm Et on ABC.

The Rookie season 6 was shortened to 10 episodes (the lowest episode count for any...

The Rookie fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 6 Episode 10 episode titled Escape Plan!

Find out everything you need to know about the Escape Plan episode of The Rookie, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Rookie Escape Plan Season 6 Episode 10 Preview

In the upcoming episode of “The Rookie” titled “Escape Plan,” viewers are in for a thrilling ride as Sgt. Grey takes charge to help the team gear up for their most crucial mission to date. As tensions rise and stakes get higher, the team must rely on their training, instincts, and each other to navigate through the challenges that lie ahead.

The episode promises an intriguing twist as Aaron, Lopez, Celina, Tim, and Smitty stumble upon an unexpected connection in the case they are working on. This revelation not only adds complexity to the...

Get ready for an exhilarating episode of “The Rookie” as Season 6 Episode 10, titled “Escape Plan,” airs on ABC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. In this action-packed installment, viewers will be on the edge of their seats as Sgt. Grey takes the lead in preparing the team for their most significant mission yet.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will witness Sgt. Grey’s unwavering determination as he guides the team through intense training and preparation for the high-stakes operation ahead. With the pressure mounting and the stakes higher than ever, the team must rely on their training, skills, and camaraderie to succeed in their mission.

Meanwhile, Aaron, Lopez, Celina, Tim, and Smitty find themselves drawn into a complex case that takes an unexpected turn when they uncover a surprising connection. As they race against the clock to unravel the truth, they must navigate through twists and turns that challenge their abilities and test their resolve.

The following contains spoilers from The Rookie, Season 6, Episode 8, "Punch Card."

In this week's episode of The Rookie, fans were treated to the kind of cops-versus-criminals action they have become accustomed to over the show's six seasons. More importantly, "Punch Card" was a return to form in a number of ways compared to the last weeks' episode, and even previous seasons. Along with the thrilling crime-of-the-week, this episode also moved a number of ongoing storylines forward. One advantage The Rookie has over other police procedurals is that, since its protagonists are mostly beat cops rather than members of special divisions, they don't have to follow the weekly investigation format. Viewers get to see parts of the investigation they don't usually see on TV, while other aspects that have since become police procedural clichs happen off-screen. Ever since Angela Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) and Nyla Harper (Mekia Cox) became detectives, the show...

The Rookie fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 6 Episode 9 episode titled The Squeeze!

Find out everything you need to know about the The Squeeze episode of The Rookie, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Rookie The Squeeze Season 6 Episode 9 Preview

Get ready for an intense and inspiring episode of “The Rookie” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on May 14, 2024. Titled “The Squeeze,” this installment promises to captivate audiences with its compelling storyline and powerful performances.

In “The Squeeze,” viewers will witness a life-altering incident that serves as a catalyst for a small-town individual to pursue their dream of becoming an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. As they navigate the challenges and obstacles of law enforcement training, they’ll discover their own strength, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity.

Together, this...

In the upcoming episode of “The Rookie,” titled “The Squeeze,” viewers are in for a rollercoaster of emotions as a life-altering incident propels a small-town individual to chase his dream of joining the Los Angeles Police Department. Set to air at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, on ABC, this episode promises to be a poignant exploration of determination, courage, and the pursuit of one’s aspirations.

As the episode unfolds, audiences will witness the protagonist’s journey as he navigates the challenges and obstacles on his path to becoming a police officer in the bustling city of Los Angeles. With his resolve tested and his determination unwavering, he embarks on a quest to make a difference in his community and fulfill his lifelong dream of serving and protecting others.

“The Squeeze” is sure to tug at the heartstrings of viewers as they follow along on this inspiring and transformative journey.

The following contains spoilers from The Rookie, Season 6, Episode 7, "Crushed."

After a three-week break, The Rookie returned to pick up the pieces from the big ChenFord (fan's name for Chen and Bradford's relationship) breakup. One key element of any procedural is balancing the series' status quo while allowing the characters to change incrementally. However, in Season 6, Episode 7, "Crushed," The Rookie centers the character drama on the concept of sudden, big changes. Meanwhile, the Mid-Wilshire Precinct is all hands on deck in the hunt for a missing nanny, who turns up dead.

What makes The Rookie so watchable are the character relationships. This episode makes clever use of its ensemble cast, balancing the friendly banter and tense workplace demands before leveraging them all to solve the case of the week. Unfortunately, the time spent on the case is far less interesting than the characters' personal stories. Case in point, Nyla Harper...

Get ready for an intense episode of “The Rookie” as Season 6 Episode 8, titled “Punch Card,” hits the screens! Tune in at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, exclusively on ABC for a gripping night of action-packed drama.

In this episode, the team faces a daunting challenge after a mafia-related mass casualty incident rocks the city. Tasked with keeping the peace at the hospital, tensions run high as they navigate the aftermath of the attack.

Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina join forces to unravel the mystery behind the suspects responsible for the devastating assault. As they dig deeper into the investigation, they uncover shocking truths that threaten to shake the foundations of their beliefs.

As if that weren’t enough, Tim and Aaron find themselves embarking on a high-stakes metro ops mission, adding another layer of tension and excitement to the episode.

Don’t miss “Punch Card” airing at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday,...

The Rookie fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 6 Episode 7 episode titled Crushed!

Find out everything you need to know about the Crushed episode of The Rookie, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Rookie Crushed Season 6 Episode 7 Preview

Prepare for an intense episode of “The Rookie” titled “Crushed,” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on April 30, 2024. In this gripping installment, the stakes are higher than ever as the entire team springs into action when two teenagers mysteriously vanish. With time ticking away, the pressure mounts as they race against the clock to locate the missing girls and unravel the truth behind their disappearance.

As the investigation unfolds, tensions run high, and the team must navigate through a web of secrets and lies to uncover the shocking truth. Meanwhile, Lopez and Harper find themselves on a...

Get ready for a riveting new episode of “The Rookie” this Tuesday at 9:00 Pm on ABC. In Season 6 Episode 7, titled “Crushed,” tension runs high as two teenagers mysteriously vanish, leaving the entire team scrambling to unravel the truth behind their disappearance.

As Officer Lopez and Officer Harper join forces to track down the missing girls, they face mounting pressure to find them before it’s too late. With time ticking away, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the team as they race against the clock to bring the girls home safely.

Meanwhile, amidst the intense investigation, Lopez and Harper also find themselves on the hunt for the perfect nanny, adding an extra layer of complexity to their already hectic lives.

Don’t miss out on the gripping drama and heart-pounding action in “The Rookie: Crushed,” airing this Tuesday at 9:00 Pm on ABC. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss!

ABC renewed The Rookie for season 7, as it is one of the network's top dramas. Tim and Lucy's breakup in season 6, episode 6, and the season 7 renewal implies a delay in rekindling their romance until season 7. The breakup allows room for character development, addressing communication issues, and potential reunification in The Rookie season 7.

The good news is that The Rookie has been renewed for season 7; the bad news is that more episodes indicate that one fan-favorite duo won't rekindle their romance until after the season 6 finale. The ABC procedural drama television series, created by Alexi Hawley, debuted in 2018 and has run for six successful seasons, with a seventh (assumingly) coming in the fall of 2024. As the face of the show, Nathan Fillion (as John Nolan) had the star power to pull in viewers, while the other members of the ensemble cast of The Rookie convinced them to continue watching.

Aside from Fillion,...

Tim is hiding something from Lucy in The Rookie season 6, sparking a potential breakup. The recurring tension between Tim and Lucy in season 6 may lead to a breaking point. Episode 6 will likely contain a resolution concerning the Chenford drama.

Although only five episodes have aired as of the writing of this article, The Rookie season 6 has featured numerous romantic developments, and one couple is seemingly heading towards an end in the upcoming episodes. The ABC procedural crime series, created by Alexi Hawley, debuted its sixth season's premiere in February 2024 (following production delays related to the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes), which addressed the season 5 finale's cliffhanger. Although the show hasn't made much progress on the mysterious villain story introduced in the Rookie season 6 premiere, the episodes have been full of intriguing storylines, including relationship drama.

The Rookie's 100th episode revolved around John Nolan and Bailey Nune's wedding and touched...

Get ready for an intense episode of “The Rookie” as Season 6 Episode 6, titled “Secrets and Lies,” airs on ABC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. In this gripping installment, viewers will witness the aftermath of Bailey and John’s experience as foster parents.

As Bailey expresses her desire to have a baby, John is forced to confront their decision not to have children. This personal dilemma adds a layer of complexity to their relationship, raising questions about their future together.

Meanwhile, John and Celina find themselves in a race against time when they discover a prison escapee who may be seeking revenge. The tension escalates as they work to apprehend the fugitive before she can carry out her dangerous plans.

With secrets unraveling and lives on the line, “Secrets and Lies” promises to be a riveting episode that fans of “The Rookie” won’t want to miss. Tune in...

John and Bailey add a new member to their family (at least temporarily) on ABC’s The Rookie season six episode five. “The Vow” will air on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

Season six stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, and Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey. Shawn Ashmore plays Wesley Evers, Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Lisseth Chavez is Celina Juarez, Jenna Dewan is Bailey Nune, and Tru Valentino is Aaron Thorsen.

“The Vow” Plot: When a toddler is found at the scene of a crime, John and Bailey must decide whether to let the child go to a shelter for the night or care for her themselves. Meanwhile, when someone from his past returns, Tim disappears and leaves Lucy in the dark.

Jenna Dewan and Nathan Fillion in ‘The Rookie’ season...

Having a hissable, recurring villain adds that special something to any TV procedural.

Elijah Stone has been filling that role on The Rookie, tormenting members of the LAPD's Metro Division over the past two seasons (although it feels longer).

Sadly, complex villains such as Stone have recently become less of a thing on broadcast TV.

Let's look at the famed Hawaii Five-0 villain, Wo Fat, as a case study.

During the series' original run, Wo Fat was a crime boss, a red Chinese spy who answered to Peking (it was a different time) and served as the primary enemy of Steve McGarrett (played by Jack Lord).

Wo Fat (portrayed by Khigh Dhiegh) hung like a dense fog over that version, appearing in 15 episodes over nine of the show's 12 seasons.

In the rebooted series, Wo Fat (Mark Dacascos) was a crime boss and former Chinese Ministry of Interior agent. appeared...

What a way to bring it home in the final ten minutes of the hour.

Mostly, The Rookie Season 6 Episode 4 was a relatively underwhelming hour, hovering on uneventful and laissez-faire.

But then, they packed all the action and excitement into those final ten minutes where Lucy Chen became a complete and utter badass.

While those final scenes didn't ultimately make up for everything else, they livened things up and introduced some potentially interesting angles and moments of development for Lucy.

The hour also saw Aaron Thorsen returning to active duty after leave and the dynamic duo he and Bradford are together.

There were many odd tones in this installment.

One of the most notable was the team getting sucked into this case that they thought involved a serial killer that we had never even heard about before this.

You had a crappy day. You had them before, you'll have them again.

In the upcoming episode of “The Rookie,” titled “The Vow,” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024, viewers are in for a riveting ride filled with heart-wrenching decisions and unexpected twists.

When a toddler is discovered at the scene of a crime, officers John and Bailey find themselves facing a difficult choice: should they hand the child over to a shelter for the night or take on the responsibility of caring for her themselves? The decision they make will have far-reaching consequences, challenging their moral compass and sense of duty.

Meanwhile, Tim finds himself confronted with a blast from the past, causing him to vanish without a trace and leaving his partner Lucy in the dark. As Lucy navigates this mysterious disappearance, she must grapple with questions of trust and loyalty while unraveling the truth behind Tim’s sudden departure.

Don’t miss out on the drama...

The Rookie fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 6 Episode 5 episode titled The Vow!

Find out everything you need to know about the The Vow episode of The Rookie, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Rookie The Vow Season 6 Episode 5 Preview

Attention all “The Rookie” fans! Get ready for an emotionally charged episode titled “The Vow,” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on April 2, 2024. In this gripping installment, viewers will be taken on a rollercoaster of emotions as John and Bailey face a heart-wrenching decision involving a toddler found at the scene of a crime.

Starring Nathan Fillion as John Nolan and Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, the episode showcases the dynamic duo as they grapple with the moral dilemma of whether to send the child to a shelter for the night or take on...

ABC’s The Rookie returns after a three-week break with an episode involving potential Pentagram Killer murder victims. Season six episode four, “Training Day,” will air on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

Season six stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, and Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey. Shawn Ashmore plays Wesley Evers, Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Lisseth Chavez is Celina Juarez, Jenna Dewan is Bailey Nune, and Tru Valentino is Aaron Thorsen.

“Training Day” Plot: It’s Officer Aaron Thorsen’s first day back since the assault, and he’s tasked with a series of high-stress cases to determine whether he’s ready to work. Elsewhere, the team investigates a homicide case with a potential tie to the pentagram killer.

Eric Winter and Nathan Fillion in ‘The Rookie’ season 6 episode 4 (Disney/Raymond Liu)

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Gear up for an intense new episode of “The Rookie” with Season 6 Episode 4, titled “Training Day,” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. In this gripping installment, viewers are in for a rollercoaster ride of emotions as Officer Aaron Thorsen faces his first day back on duty following a traumatic assault.

Thrown back into the thick of things, Thorsen is tasked with a series of high-stress cases that will put his skills and resilience to the test. As he grapples with the physical and emotional toll of his ordeal, Thorsen must prove himself capable of handling the demands of the job once again.

Meanwhile, the rest of the team delves into a homicide case with potential ties to the notorious pentagram killer, adding another layer of complexity to an already challenging day. With tensions running high and the clock ticking, the pressure is on to uncover the truth...

Nolan can never have a regular anything.

It was a hellish honeymoon for him and his new wife on The Rookie Season 6 Episode 3, providing a heaping dose of humor for an hour that felt mostly like filler.

And Lucy's aspirations stalled to our displeasure.

Things have settled down after the excitement and fun of the season premiere and big 100-episode celebration.

While there was some fun in this installment with the honeymoon antics, and we got that blow for Lucy Chen with the results of her long-awaited detective's exam, it was an understated hour.

And only a little forward movement happened with the plot.

One of the standouts from John Nolan and Bailey's honeymoon was the fantastic camera work utilized to depict the various surveillance Nolan brought for the trip.

I love it when this series plays with cinematography and other things.

The different ways they captured each type of camera,...

Of course The Rookie‘s John and Bailey can’t just have a normal, trouble-free honeymoon, can they? The newlyweds’ dream vacation turns into a nightmare on season six episode three, “Trouble in Paradise,” airing on ABC on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

Season six stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, and Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey. Shawn Ashmore plays Wesley Evers, Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Lisseth Chavez is Celina Juarez, Jenna Dewan is Bailey Nune, and Tru Valentino is Aaron Thorsen.

“Trouble in Paradise” Plot: Nolan and Bailey’s honeymoon is more of a nightmare than dream when it turns into an active crime scene. Meanwhile, Tim and Celina partner up and must uncover the identity of a John Doe.

Jenna Dewan and Nathan Fillion in ‘The Rookie’ season 6 episode 3 (Disney/Raymond Liu)

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How's the saying go? "Ain't nobody fresher than our clique."

And they sure as heck aren't as badass, either. The Rookie crew is the epitome of "squad goals," and I can't think of a better hour to showcase that than the milestone 100.

Without even trying, The Rookie Season 6 Episode 2 naturally paid homage to itself with an hour that delivered the perfect blend of humor, drama, action, callbacks, and ship goodness that makes the series so addictive and lovable: all smiles, no notes.

But alas, we can't leave things there, so let's dive into this fun hour that most likely left true Rookie fans grinning from ear to ear.

As far as weddings go, Nolan and Bailey had a great one.

They managed to nod at some of the drama that can unfold at a Rookie wedding without detracting from the momentous occasion.

Most of the wedding drama was traditional stuff,...

The Rookie fans, we’ve got a fresh off the press preview for the new Season 6 Episode 3 episode titled Trouble in Paradise!

Find out everything you need to know about the Trouble in Paradise episode of The Rookie, including a full preview, videos, release date, cast information and how to watch!

The Rookie Trouble in Paradise Season 6 Episode 3 Preview

Get ready for an intense new episode of “The Rookie” titled “Trouble in Paradise,” airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on March 5, 2024. In this gripping installment, Nolan and Bailey’s honeymoon takes a dark turn when their romantic getaway transforms into an unexpected crime scene. As they navigate the chaos, they find themselves embroiled in a dangerous situation that puts their relationship to the test.

Meanwhile, Tim and Celina team up to tackle a challenging case involving the mysterious identity of a John Doe. As they dig deeper into the investigation,...

Get ready for another intense episode of “The Rookie” as Season 6 continues to deliver thrilling drama. Airing on ABC at 9:00 Pm on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Episode 3, titled “Trouble in Paradise,” promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

In this installment, Nolan and Bailey’s honeymoon takes an unexpected turn when it transforms into an active crime scene. What was supposed to be a romantic getaway quickly becomes a nightmare as they find themselves caught up in the middle of a dangerous situation.

Meanwhile, Tim and Celina team up to unravel the mystery surrounding a John Doe, leading them down a path filled with twists and turns. As they dig deeper, they uncover shocking secrets that challenge everything they thought they knew.

With adrenaline-pumping action and gripping storytelling, “The Rookie” continues to captivate audiences with its compelling characters and thrilling plotlines. Don’t miss “Trouble in Paradise” as it unfolds on ABC,...

Spoiler alert: This article contains spoilers from The Rookie season 6, episode 1.

Boyd Taylor isn't the main villain of The Rookie season 6; a mysterious character controlled his missions. Aaron's therapist, Dr. Blair London, might become a central antagonist and be the mysterious person working with Monica, setting up an intriguing twist. Potential candidates for the unknown villain include Elijah Stone or a new character yet to be revealed.

The season 5 finale of The Rookie briefly teased a new and powerful villain — Boyd Taylor — but by the end of the season 6 premiere, another new Big Bad had entered the scene, and viewers might have already met them. The ABC procedural series, created by Alexi Hawley, has featured a handful of notorious villains over the course of its five seasons. Of course, the standout antagonists are Rosalind Dyer and Nick Armstrong, but since their departure, the show has struggled to land on a...

Nolan and Bailey are finally getting married in The Rookie season 6, episode 2. The lack of wedding talk in season 5 and the lengthy period between Nolan and Bailey's engagement and nuptials raised concerns. The 100th episode of The Rookie focuses on Nolan & Bailey's wedding, indicating their lasting bond.

Following a long hiatus, The Rookie is back with season 6, and one of the television show's upcoming episodes will address a more than yearlong tease concerning one couple's fate. The ABC police procedural crime series, created by Alexi Hawley, revolves around Nathan Fillion's John Nolan, who, at the beginning of the show, became a middle-aged rookie in the Los Angeles Police Department after a life-changing experience convinced him to switch careers. Over the course of the series, Nolan's character has grown professionally and personally, including in his various romantic relationships.

Nolan was newly divorced at the beginning of The Rookie, so his...

These days, it seems like almost everyone aspires to be famous at some point. In light of this, it makes sense that a large number of people are curious about how wealthy celebrities get. Of course, this is a topic of great interest because some TV stars have made at least $1 million a season. For example, fans of Alexi Hawley’s police procedural crime drama series The Rookie are curious to know about the income of the cast members.

And it seems that the leading face of the series, Nathan Fillion, is no ‘rookie’ when it comes to earning big bucks in the TV industry. According to Celebrity Net Worth, the Canadian-American actor, who portrays John Nolan, the oldest rookie, is said to be raking in a whopping $100,000 per episode for his work on The Rookie. Talk about a payday!

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The team takes time off from work to help John and Bailey celebrate on ABC’s The Rookie season six episode two. “The Hammer” will air on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

Season six stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, and Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey. Shawn Ashmore plays Wesley Evers, Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Lisseth Chavez is Celina Juarez, Jenna Dewan is Bailey Nune, and Tru Valentino is Aaron Thorsen.

“The Hammer” Plot: The team comes together to celebrate John and Bailey’s wedding. Meanwhile, Celina discovers a discrepancy in her case, leading to a new discovery. Elsewhere, Lucy and Tim’s relationship is put to the test.

Lisseth Chavez, Tru Valentino and Melissa O’Neil in ‘The Rookie’ season 6 episode 2 (Disney/Raymond Liu)

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John Nolan,...

ABC’s The Rookie ended season five with an action-packed thrill ride of an episode. Aaron Thorsen was clinging to life and a new major bad guy, played Kristian Bruun, was revealed. Season six episode one picks up the action as the team attempts to get to the bottom of what happened.

“Strike Back” will air on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 9pm Et/Pt.

Season six stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, and Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey. Shawn Ashmore plays Wesley Evers, Alyssa Diaz is Angela Lopez, Lisseth Chavez is Celina Juarez, Jenna Dewan is Bailey Nune, and Tru Valentino is Aaron Thorsen.

“Strike Back” Plot: In the aftermath of the assaults in the explosive season five finale, the team must now try to understand why they were targeted and if there is a bigger plan in place.

ABC‘s The Rookie has released a new trailer for its upcoming sixth season, which picks up from Season 5’s cliffhanger finale that saw Aaron Thorsen (Tru Valentino) end up in the hospital and a new criminal mastermind targeting the Mid-Wilshire Division team. In the trailer above, we see John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) checking in on Thorsen, who is still in a coma and bleeding internally after suffering a vicious attack by our mastermind villain’s (Kristian Bruun) masked henchmen in the finale. Then it cuts to Nolan attempting to make it to his wedding to Bailey (Jenna Dewan) next year with nothing but “smooth sailing.” However, the tides are anything but as we see the cursed “last shift” that Angela Lopez (Alyssa Diaz) warned him about rear its head. We also see Sergeant Wade Grey declare that this war on his team will only end one way: “with bad guys in handcuffs.

Quick Links John Nolan's Late Start as a Rookie Lead to a Stellar Career Lucy Chen's Empathy Makes Her a Better Undercover Cop Tim Bradford's Tough Demeanor Is Mostly for Show Family Comes First for Angela Lopez Wade Grey Ensures Mid-Wilshire's Success Jackson West Is a Beloved Character Nyla Harper Is One of The Rookie's Best Characters Aaron Thorsen Brings a Valuable Perspective to Mid-Wilshire Celina Juarez Changes Nolan and Their Colleagues Rosalind Dyer Was The Rookie's Strongest Villain

The Rookie is an ABC procedural that is about to kick off its 6th season. Starring Nathan Fillion, The Rookie is the story of John Nolan, a former contractor who decided to pursue a job in the police department after being involved in a bank robbery in his hometown. Originally from Pennsylvania, Nolan relocated to Los Angeles to go through the police academy and then join the LAPD.

The Rookie season 6 returns in 2024, and fans eagerly anticipate the next set of episodes after a cliffhanger finale. The cast of season 6 is expected to include all the familiar faces, with Lisseth Chavez promoted to a series regular. We hope to see Aaron survive his gunshot wound, the new villain's storyline to be satisfying, and exciting developments in Tim and Lucy's relationship.

After almost ten months of being off the air, The Rookie is returning for its sixth season in early 2024, and following the explosive season 5 finale, the next set of episodes is highly anticipated. The ABC police procedural series left viewers hanging after the previous finale, with lives dangling in the balance and a suspicious new villain entering the story in the episode's final moments. Not much is known about the upcoming season's plot, but given how the last one ended, it's easy to put together a wishlist of...

Lisseth Chavez, who heavily recurred on Season 5 of The Rookie, has been promoted to series regular on the upcoming sixth season.

Chavez plays Officer Celina Juarez, the newest rookie at the station. She appeared in 19 episodes in Season 5.

The Rookie, which recently celebrated its 100th episode, stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez, Richard T. Jones as Sergeant Wade Grey, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, Jenna Dewan as Bailey Nune, Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers and Tru Valentino as Aaron Thorsen.

The ABC series is created and executive produced by Alexi Hawley, along with exec producers Mark Gordon, Nathan Fillion, Michelle Chapman, Bill Norcross and Terence Paul Winter.

Entertainment One is the lead studio and international distributor of The Rookie, a co-production with ABC Signature, a part of Disney Television Studios.

The Rookie Season 6 premieres Tuesday,...

The Rookie Season 5 understandably spent a significant amount of time exploring the early days of Tim Bradford and Lucy Chen's romance. After all, Chenford had been seasons in the making. But while detailing why it's best for Tim and Lucy to take things slow, The Rookie lost sight of Tim's other great dynamic: the friendship he has with Angela Lopez. Angela and Tim's friendship has existed from Season 1, and now that it has established and fortified Chenford as a couple, The Rookie Season 6 would benefit from diving back into Angela and Tim's friendship.

Not only would doing so make room for a deeper understanding of the characters, it would open the ABC series up to stories beyond romantic drama and workplace happenings. Season 5, Episode 22, "Under Siege," was a somber and emotional Rookie finale. Even as Angela and Wesley Evers welcomed their second child, it remained to be seen whether or not Aaron Thorsen survived.

ABC’s The Rookie assembles an impressive cast of both new and seasoned actors to fill out the fictional police precinct of Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles. The series follows John Nolan (Nathan Fillion), who joins the LAPD as its oldest recruit after a bank robbery incites him to change his career trajectory. The story is based on the real life of William Norcross, who joined the LAPD in his mid-40s and acts as executive producer on the show. The Rookie uses its focus on new recruits to lend an outsider’s perspective to the job of policing, inviting fresh insights with each new member of its ever-expanding cast.

The Rookie has seen considerable success since its first season ran in 2018, even spawning a spinoff series, The Rookie: Feds. The Rookie’s cast has changed many times over its lengthy run, with beloved characters dying or otherwise departing the show and several new officers,...

Nathan Fillion's police procedural, The Rookie, is considered a dramedy due to its impressive ability to blend action and humor, and the best episodes of The Rookie usually combine these elements seamlessly. Neither genre suffers at the hands of the other, and the series makes viewers laugh and cry in equal measure. While it's centered around a 44-year-old cop in training named John Nolan (Fillion), there is a wide range of storylines going on throughout each episode and an incredible ensemble cast whose chemistry is palpable. John Nolan faces various ups and downs in his fledgling career at the LAPD and in his personal life.

Tim Bradford, Lucy Chen, and Angela Lopez quickly became the most likable characters in The Rookie, and they contributed to its large following. Due to the show's incredible cast and multiple subplots, it's difficult to find an episode without at least one entertaining aspect.

The Rookie season 6 premiere is still a ways away (and unknown due to the ongoing writers' strike), but that doesn't mean that speculation about what will happen in the new episodes stops. There are many questions that the upcoming season needs to answer, especially after the season 5 finale left fans with a handful of cliffhangers. From the fates of characters to an intriguing new Big Bad, season 6 has a lot of explaining to do.

The finale took many twists and turns but didn't tie up the season 5 story in a neat little bow. So when new episodes air, they will likely pick up where the previous season left off. The season 6 premiere of The Rookie should answer, or at least address, five questions that linger from season 5.

Will Aaron Survive The Rookie Season 5 Finale?

The Rookie season 5, episode 22 started with masked criminals attacking Aaron Thorsen and Celina Juarez. One shot Aaron in the back,...

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A Will Trent season 2 renewal was confirmed a couple of weeks before its season 1 finale aired, so there are plenty more stories involving Will, Angie, Faith, Amanda, Ormewood, and Betty to look forward to in the future. Hopefully, the writers will continue to craft stories that surprise the audience and deepen the connection between these complex characters. But in the meantime, fans...

The following contains spoilers from The Rookie Season 5, Episode 22, "Under Siege," which debuted Tuesday, May 2 on ABC.

The Rookie's Season 5 finale is action-heavy and plot-heavy from its opening minutes. "Under Siege" often and only offers vignettes of the characters impacted by the violence, namely Aaron Thorsen and Celina Juarez -- and briefly, Nyla Harper, James Murray and their daughter Leah. The episode walks a line between a jubilant tone and an eerie one as Angela Lopez and Wesley Evers welcome their daughter in circumstances that parallel the ones in which they welcomed their son Jack, whom they named after their dearly departed friend Jackson West. Therefore, The Rookie re-energizes interest in the characters' personal lives with those emotional snapshots that fit around the plot that seemingly sets up Season 6.

Whether it be the aforementioned character beats or how Chenford, once again, levels up their partnership or how John Nolan and Bailey Nune team up,...

The following contains spoilers from The Rookie Season 5, Episode 22, "Under Siege," which debuted Tuesday, May 2 on ABC.

The Rookie is one of the most popular police procedurals on television. The series gets better with each passing season -- and Season 5's uptick in viewership is proof of that. But such gains wouldn't be possible without season finales that keep audiences coming back, thanks to dramatic cliffhangers.

The Season 1 finale left Tim Bradford's fate in question after he was exposed to a virus, while Season 2 threatened John Nolan's entire career. Season 3 put Angela Lopez in the hands of an international drug cartel, while Season 4 ended with Chenford's undercover operation. But The Rookie's Season 5 finale, "Under Siege," was its biggest yet, with lots for viewers to wonder and worry about.

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John and his friends' journeys will continue into the 2023-24 television season. The Rookie has been renewed for a sixth year on ABC. The fifth season finale airs on May 2nd.

A police drama series, The Rookie TV show stars Nathan Fillion, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Melissa O'Neil, Eric Winter, Mekia Cox, Shawn Ashmore, and Tru Valentino. Lisseth Chavez recurs. John Nolan (Fillion) is a middle-aged divorced man from Pennsylvania who owns a construction company. He decides to give up his old life to pursue a new career as a police officer in the Los Angeles Police Department. He graduates from the Police Academy, is the oldest rookie on the force, and eventually becomes a training officer. He works with Sergeant Wade Grey (Jones), Detective Angela Lopez (Diaz), training officers Nyla Harper (Cox) and Tim Bradford...