The Rookie
Six months into his career as a cop, John Nolan will be put to the test as he looks to figure out what kind of cop he ultimately wants to be.
- Metascore64
- 2018-2027
- 9 seasons
- ABC
- Action & Adventure, Suspense, Drama
- TV-14
Six months into his career as a cop, John Nolan will be put to the test as he looks to figure out what kind of cop he ultimately wants to be.
Season 8 Episode Guide
18 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
Czech Mate
Tue, Jan 6, 2026 43 mins
The LAPD, FBI and Interpol work with Monica Stevens in Prague to target high-value terrorists operating within and outside the United States.
Episode 2
Fast Andy
Tue, Jan 13, 2026 43 mins
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.
Episode 3
The Red Place
Tue, Jan 20, 2026 43 mins
Nolan arrests a homeless man for breaking and entering. The man is photographed and fingerprinted later Harper and Lopez inform Nolan his prints march prints at a crime scene wherein a couple were killed and their daughter disappeared believed to be dead. They have Nolan talk to him. Miles decides to visit Ridley who is not working on his recovery.
Episode 4
Cut and Run
Mon, Jan 26, 2026 43 mins
Bailey gets an offer to work in the pentagon. So Nolan looks into the pros and cons of moving. Lopez and Harper are investigating the shooting of a man witnessed by Nolan. They think the shooters are white and black. They think the white one might be associated with a racist gang. Which makes them wonder why are they working together. But miles and Juarez discover something. Lucy is responsible for getting a crucial piece of evidence to court but because of Smitty and a new system of marking the evidence, they have to look for it by hand. Wesleyis approached by some people who wants him to run for D.A. He informs Angela about it and has reservations about it. But Wesley is convinced he has to but Angela needs to be convinced.
Episode 5
The Network
Tue, Feb 3, 2026 43 mins
Lieutenant Grey and the FBI task force recruit a former colleague to expose a criminal network. Meanwhile, Nolan, Miles, Lucy, and Celina investigate a puzzling officer-involved shooting.
Episode 6
Burn 4 Love
Mon, Feb 9, 2026 43 mins
It's Valentine's Day, and the team is on the hunt for someone who is setting more than hearts on fire. Celina thinks Miles' recent string of bad luck is the result of a curse, and she's determined to break it.
Episode 7
Baja
Mon, Feb 16, 2026 43 mins
Harper and Lucy work undercover in Baja investigating two women's murders. Nolan and Bailey deal with their long-distance relationship.
Episode 8
Grand Theft Aircraft
Mon, Feb 23, 2026 43 mins
Nolan and Garza lead a high-stakes operation that quickly goes south. Lucy and Tim navigate their relationship when an unexpected visitor shows up. The team conducts a citywide search for a suspect.
Episode 9
Fun and Games
Mon, Mar 2, 2026 43 mins
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.
Episode 10
His Name Was Martin
Mon, Mar 9, 2026 43 mins
Nolan, Harper and Miles face a dangerous situation when a routine check takes a sudden turn. Bailey conducts a covert investigation at the Pentagon at the request of Lt. Grey.
Episode 11
Aftermath
Mon, Mar 16, 2026 42 mins
Lucy returns to work as an unexpected twist hinders the Liam Glasser case, and a familiar face helps track down a killer.
Episode 12
Spy Games
Mon, Mar 23, 2026 43 mins
The FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey; Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a public scandal.
Episode 13
The Thinker
Mon, Mar 30, 2026 43 mins
Bailey gets a new role, and a ride-along with Nolan goes awry. Meanwhile, the team looks to recruit new members.
Episode 14
Tiger Bear
Mon, Apr 6, 2026 42 mins
A troubling incident at a school draws the team into a complex case. Celina's temporary missing persons assignment leads her into a dangerous situation.
Episode 15
Survive the Streets
Mon, Apr 13, 2026 42 mins
The team works together after Nolan and Celina discover a possible suicide that spirals into conspiracy.
Episode 16
Out of Time
Mon, Apr 20, 2026 43 mins
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.
Episode 17
Dead Ringer
Mon, Apr 27, 2026 43 mins
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.
Episode 18
The Bandit
Mon, May 4, 2026 43 mins
The team launches a high-stakes search to take down a notorious criminal. Lucy's leadership is tested. Wesley tests the boundaries of his friendships. Nolan tries to balance duty and family.
