The Rookie
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Overview
The series follows John Nolan, a 40-year-old man who moves from his comfortable, small-town life to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of being a police officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. He must navigate the dangerous, humorous, and unpredictable world of a "young" cop, determined to make his second shot at life count.
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Alexi Hawley
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About The Rookie (2018)
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Overview
The Rookie (2018) is a Action, Crime, and Drama series from United States. The series spans 7 seasons and was produced primarily in English.
What it's about
The series follows John Nolan, a 40-year-old man who moves from his comfortable, small-town life to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of being a police officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. He must navigate the dangerous, humorous, and unpredictable world of a "young" cop, determined to make his second shot at life count.
Cast and crew
The series stars Nathan Fillion, Alyssa Diaz, and Richard T. Jones in supporting roles. Writing credits go to Alexi Hawley, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.
Critical reception
On IMDb, The Rookie holds a rating of 8/10 based on 114,123 user votes. Notable recognition: Nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys. 3 wins & 8 nominations total. These numbers place The Rookie within the broader landscape of Action and Crime television from 2018, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.
Where to watch
The Rookie is currently available to stream with a subscription on Spectrum On Demand, Hulu, or fuboTV. It can also be rented or purchased digitally through Fandango at Home, Amazon, and AppleTV. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.
Why The Rookie is worth knowing
If you enjoy Action or Crime television, The Rookie offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2018 release, it sits within a specific moment in television history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how action evolved during that period. Performances from Nathan Fillion and Alyssa Diaz are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related series, and keep The Rookie on your watchlist for later.
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