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The Rookie
Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he's met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.
- Created by:
- Alexi Hawley
- Cast:
- Nathan Fillion, Melissa O'Neil, Eric Winter, Alyssa Diaz
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America, Canada
- Network:
- ABC
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Seasons
Season 2
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 7.9Impact
2019-09-29 · 42mDanger is ever-present as the officers of the Mid-Wilshire precinct grapple with the aftermath of a plotted attack on the city of Los Angeles, leaving Officer Bradford fighting for his life.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 8.1The Night General
2019-10-06 · 43mNolan teams up with new night detective Nick Armstrong for a murder investigation case that results in an unexpected reunion with a former love interest. Officer Bradford reluctantly accepts help from Officer Chen as he prepares for his sergeant exam, and Officer West pursues an unconventional move after finding himself in need of a new home.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 8.0The Bet
2019-10-13 · 43mOfficer Nolan navigates building tension in his relationship with Jessica and a developing rapport with Grace while working a high-stakes criminal case involving an undercover homeland security agent. Meanwhile, Officer Chen meddles with Officer Bradford’s love life, and Officer Lopez learns some surprising news about Wesley.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 8.1Warriors and Guardians
2019-10-20 · 42mOfficer Nolan gets off to a rocky start after being introduced to his new training officer, Nyla Harper, who has an unconventional approach to police work after her stint as an undercover detective. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford struggles to think of an appropriate birthday gift for Rachel, and Officer Lopez finds herself navigating a case that triggers a personal memory.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 7.8Tough Love
2019-10-27 · 43mAs part of their second phase of training, the rookies are asked to develop their first confidential informants. Officer Nolan soon discovers that no two informants are the same and struggles with his newest task. Meanwhile, Officer Chen’s mother complicates her home life when she comes to stay with her.
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E06
Episode 6
★ 8.3Fallout
2019-11-03 · 43mAn emergency alert of an impending missile attack sends Los Angeles into chaos and uncertainty, while the officers each try to keep the peace and deal with their own disasters.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 7.4Safety
2019-11-10 · 42mJohn and Jessica’s relationship gets a lot more complicated after she delivers some surprising news. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Office West are assigned a community policing project helping out the Watts Rams as volunteer coaches at their fall clinic, along with Rams players Eric Weddle and Robert Woods.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 7.8Clean Cut
2019-11-17 · 42mOfficer Nolan kicks off his birthday by babysitting a crime scene at a law office. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Officer West are set to receive special awards, and Sgt. Grey rides patrol with Officer Harper after she requests an early annual evaluation.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 7.9Breaking Point
2019-12-01 · 42mOfficer Nolan’s trust is tested when he tries to help the previous owner of his home reconnect with his family. Meanwhile, Officer Harper has finally earned an overnight visit with her daughter that is put into jeopardy when her past undercover life resurfaces again.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 8.3The Dark Side
2019-12-08 · 43mOfficer Nolan and team are charged with escorting a notorious female serial killer to the graves of her previously unrecovered victims. However, when they arrive, they unearth even more than they expected. Meanwhile, Officer Chen meets a seemingly perfect man who sparks her interest, and Officer Lopez worries about Wesley as his PTSD continues to increase.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 9.2Day of Death
2020-02-23 · 43mOfficer Nolan and the entire team are in a desperate search to rescue Officer Chen after her abduction and must attempt to get Rosalind to help them in their search. Meanwhile, after Officer Lopez discovers Wesley unconscious from a dangerous cocktail of alcohol and pills, she is forced to keep him close by.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 7.7Now and Then
2020-03-01 · 43mNolan takes his son’s fiancé, Abigail, on a ride-along after she shows interest in becoming a police officer. Meanwhile, Jackson’s relationship is becoming complicated at work.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 7.5Follow-Up Day
2020-03-08 · 43mNolan is given some life-changing news and invites Grace over for a homecooked meal in his newly remodeled kitchen. Meanwhile, each unit is tasked with following up on dormant cases in the hopes they can uncover new leads.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 8.2Casualties
2020-03-15 · 42mOfficers Nolan and Harper investigate a murder which may have national security implications, while Officer Bradford must confront his past when he crosses paths with a homeless veteran.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 8.0Hand-Off
2020-03-22 · 43mOfficer Nolan is having a particularly bad day after learning his identity has been stolen and could jeopardize his position as an officer. Meanwhile, Sgt. Grey must confront his past and testify at the parole hearing of the man who shot Grey and murdered his partner.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 8.0The Overnight
2020-04-05 · 43mOfficers Chen and Bradford respond to a call at the Los Angeles auditions of “American Idol,” and Officer Chen ends up facing Ryan Seacrest and the judges. Meanwhile, Chen befriends a reporter whose motives are not clear.
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E17
Episode 17
★ 8.1Control
2020-04-12 · 43mOfficer Nolan’s relationship with his first confidential informant is tested when he discovers her back on the street dealing drugs. Meanwhile, Lucy’s fear of dating following her abduction and her intrusion into Jackson’s relationship is beginning to threaten their friendship.
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E18
Episode 18
★ 8.4Under the Gun
2020-04-26 · 43mOfficers Nolan and Harper are tasked with escorting four juvenile offenders to a Scared Straight program at a correctional facility that quickly becomes a riotous situation. Meanwhile, Nolan is uncertain about his relationship with Grace after she fails to introduce him to her ex-husband.
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E19
Episode 19
★ 8.4The Q Word (1)
2020-05-03 · 43mTheir rookie year is coming to an end and officers Nolan, Chen and West are about to be squeezed harder than ever before as their training officers evaluate whether they are truly ready for the job. Meanwhile, after one of their rookie classmates is involved in a shooting, the team uncovers some unsettling evidence .
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E20
Episode 20
★ 8.5The Hunt (2)
2020-05-10 · 43mNolan's discovery goes much deeper than he expected and could put his life and career in jeopardy.
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Nathan Fillion
John Nolan
Melissa O'Neil
Lucy Chen
Eric Winter
Tim Bradford
Alyssa Diaz
Angela Lopez
Richard T. Jones
Wade Grey