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The Rookie

Drama, Comedy, Crime · 2018 · Rated 8/10

Last aired: S8 E18, The Bandit · 2026-05-04

The Rookie is inspired by a true story. John Nolan is the oldest rookie in the LAPD. At an age where most are at the peak of their career, Nolan cast aside his comfortable, small town life and moved to L.A. to pursue his dream of being a cop. Now, surrounded by rookies twenty years his junior, Nolan must navigate the dangerous, humorous and unpredictable world of a "young" cop, determined to make his second shot at life count.

Cast

Season 8

Season 1Season 2Season 3Season 4Season 5Season 6Season 7Season 8
E1 Czech Mate 2026-01-06 · 60 min The LAPD, FBI and Interpol work with Monica Stevens in Prague to target high-value terrorists operating within and outside the United States.
E2 Fast Andy 2026-01-13 · 60 min When the president visits Los Angeles, the LAPD teams up with the Secret Service to ensure his safety and assess any major threats on their watch list. Meanwhile, Miles's instincts are tested, and Tim takes on a new role.
E3 The Red Place 2026-01-20 · 60 min Nolan makes a quiet arrest; Lucy and Celina race to rescue a kidnapping victim; Harper and Lopez help outsmart a killer; Miles visits a familiar face.
E4 Cut and Run 2026-01-26 · 60 min While out in the city, Nolan and Bailey witness a murder in public and immediately spring into action in the hopes of finding the person responsible; Angela and Wesley have a big life decision that may affect their future.
E5 The Network 2026-02-02 · 60 min Lieutenant Grey and the FBI task force enlist the help of an old colleague to uncover a criminal network; while Nolan, Miles, Lucy and Celina respond to a mysterious officer involved shooting.
E6 Burn 4 Love 2026-02-09 · 60 min It's Valentine's Day, and the team is on the hunt for someone who is setting more than hearts on fire. Meanwhile, Celina thinks Miles' recent string of bad luck is the result of a curse, and she's determined to break it.
E7 Baja 2026-02-16 · 60 min Harper and Lucy go undercover in Baja while investigating the murder of two young women. Back in LA, Bradford and the FBI task force assist in the investigation, while Nolan and Bailey navigate their long-distance relationship.
E8 Grand Theft Aircraft 2026-02-23 · 60 min Nolan and Garza lead a high-stakes operation that quickly goes south. Lucy and Tim navigate their relationship when an unexpected visitor shows up. Meanwhile, the team conducts a citywide search for a suspect.
E9 Fun and Games 2026-03-02 · 60 min Harper and Miles feel the weight of their recent mistakes, while Harper is tasked with training Miles. Nolan and Celina are dispatched to a robbery call where Nolan encounters a familiar face.
E10 His Name Was Martin 2026-03-09 · 60 min Nolan, Harper and Miles face a dangerous situation when a routine check takes a sudden turn. Meanwhile, Bailey conducts a covert investigation at the Pentagon at the request of Lt. Grey.
E11 Aftermath 2026-03-16 · 60 min Lucy returns to work in the aftermath of the attack. Meanwhile, an unexpected twist hinders the Liam Glasser case, and a familiar face helps the team track down a killer.
E12 Spy Games 2026-03-23 · 60 min The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal.
E13 The Thinker 2026-03-30 · 60 min Bailey gets a new role, and a ride-along with Nolan goes awry. Meanwhile, the team looks to recruit new members.
E14 Tiger Bear 2026-04-06 · 60 min A troubling incident at a school draws the team into a complex case, while Celina's temporary missing persons assignment leads her into a dangerous situation.
E15 Survive the Streets 2026-04-13 · 60 min The team works together after Nolan and Celina discover a possible suicide that spirals into conspiracy.
E16 Out of Time 2026-04-20 · 60 min Nolan is put to the test when he's forced to protect a man he doesn't trust. Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina follow a promising lead, and Lopez finds herself conflicted about Wesley's new position.
E17 Dead Ringer 2026-04-27 · 60 min Nolan and Harper try to help a desperate mother protect her child, while Lt. Grey and Garza continue to work with Monica despite their misgivings.
E18 The Bandit 2026-05-04 · 60 min The team launches a high-stakes search to take down a notorious criminal. Meanwhile, Lucy's leadership is tested; Wesley tests the boundaries of his friendships, and Nolan tries to balance duty and family.

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