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The Rookie

TV2018 – Present9 seasons 144 episodes eps

ABC

#2 Crime#8 Comedy#7

Most popular TV show

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The Rookie

About

The Rookie

The Rookie is a gripping police procedural television series created by Alexi Hawley. It follows the story of John Nolan, a middle-aged man who becomes the oldest rookie cop in the Los Angeles Police Department. With determination and perseverance, Nolan tackles criminal cases alongside his younger colleagues while navigating the challenges of his personal life. The show offers a compelling blend of crime-solving and character-driven storytelling, exploring the highs and lows of being a law enforcement officer and the power of second chances.

Status

Active

First aired

2018

Rating

TV-14

Daily update · May 19, 2026

The Rookie ranks #35 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 10.2. It peaked at #557 of all time (Mar 13 – Apr 11, 2026). Over the past year, it's spent 1 day in the top 10.

The Rookie

The Rookie

Popularity Rankings & History

Current and historical popularity rankings

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Ranking History

Peak, 1-year, and top-chart days

Peak Buzz Score

#557Overall rank

Mar 13 – Apr 11, 2026

1-Year Buzz Score

#66Overall rank

Days at #1

0

Past 365 days

Days in Top 10

1

Past 365 days

The Rookie

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Audience Signals

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Reddit

151,232

members+141

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117,413

followers+11

Wikipedia

10,559

page views

Torrents

#3

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Buzz Score History

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Season

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Season 8·Tue, Jan 6, 2026·18 eps

Season 7·Tue, Jan 7, 2025·18 eps

Season 6·Tue, Feb 20, 2024·10 eps

Season 4·Sun, Sep 26, 2021·22 eps

Season 3·Sun, Jan 3, 2021·14 eps

Season 5·Sun, Sep 25, 2022·22 eps

Top Cast

Most popular The Rookie cast members by current Buzz Score on May 19, 2026

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