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THE ROOKIE - “The Good, The Bad, And The Oscar” - John and Harper work together to catch Oscar; Angela investigates a bank robbery; Lucy and Tim learn to adapt to her new schedule, and Miles’ first date takes an unexpected turn. TUESDAY, MAY 13 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
RICHARD T. JONES, SHAWN ASHMORE, NATHAN FILLION, ALYSSA DIAZ

The Rookie season 8 will premiere in 2026 (and here's when we could expect it)

The Rookie won't likely end with season 8 (and it's thanks to newer viewers)

6 TV crime dramas definitely not returning in fall 2025

2 TV crime dramas returning to ABC in fall 2025 (and 2 definitely not)

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe MickeyÓ - On CelinaÕs last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test. Meanwhile, Bailey makes a new friend, and Lucy places her faith in Seth for an undercover assignment. TUESDAY, FEB. 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Raymond Liu)
ALYSSA DIAZ, SHAWN ASHMORE

The Rookie isn't new tonight, May 20 (and there's more bad news to follow)

THE ROOKIE - “The Good, The Bad, And The Oscar” - John and Harper work together to catch Oscar; Angela investigates a bank robbery; Lucy and Tim learn to adapt to her new schedule, and Miles’ first date takes an unexpected turn. TUESDAY, MAY 13 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
MEKIA COX, NATHAN FILLION

The Rookie season 7 ends with a shocking Monica twist (but what does it mean for season 8?)

THE ROOKIE - “Mutiny And The Bounty” - The team helps Skip Tracer Randy when his new love interest is kidnapped. Meanwhile, Angela and Nyla enlist their moms to help catch a con artist, and Wesley is threatened to drop a case. TUESDAY, MAY 6 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
RICHARD T. JONES

The Rookie season 8 is happening, but not in 2025 (and it is a great thing)

THE ROOKIE - “Mutiny And The Bounty” - The team helps Skip Tracer Randy when his new love interest is kidnapped. Meanwhile, Angela and Nyla enlist their moms to help catch a con artist, and Wesley is threatened to drop a case. TUESDAY, MAY 6 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
NATHAN FILLION

How to watch The Rookie season 7 finale live online

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe ReturnÓ - The team has mixed feelings when a familiar face returns hoping to prove himself. Meanwhile, an influencer gets his fans to come after Wesley, and Tim supports Lucy as she prepares for the sergeantÕs exam. TUESDAY, APRIL 29 (9:00-10:01 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
PATRICK KELEHER

The Rookie star shares he won't return in season 7 (but what about season 8?)

“Moving On” – The Fugitive Task Force investigates a series of deadly fires involving the descendants of those who caused the infamous 1985 MOVE bombing in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Nina’s sister turns to her in a time of need, on FBI: MOST WANTED, Tuesday, Jan. 28 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*.

4 crime dramas to watch tonight, May 6, 2025 (and 2 to skip)

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe MickeyÓ - On CelinaÕs last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test. Meanwhile, Bailey makes a new friend, and Lucy places her faith in Seth for an undercover assignment. TUESDAY, FEB. 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
RICHARD T. JONES, ALYSSA DIAZ, MEKIA COX, SHAWN ASHMORE

When will The Rookie season 7 finale air on ABC?

The Rookie just wrote out one of its new characters (and it could lead to revenge)

The Rookie season 7: Officer Celina Juarez amazing journey from rookie to cop

CBS Original Series FBI: MOST WANTED.

4 TV crime dramas to watch tonight (and 2 to skip)

Detective Nyla Harper under suspicion: A kiss, a shooting, and a death in The Rookie?

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe MickeyÓ - On CelinaÕs last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test. Meanwhile, Bailey makes a new friend, and Lucy places her faith in Seth for an undercover assignment. TUESDAY, FEB. 18 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
NATHAN FILLION, ERIC WINTER

The Rookie isn't new tonight, but it will return soon (March 4, 2025)

THE ROOKIE - ÒWildfireÓ - Nyla remains suspicious of Liam Glasser as a wildfire erupts, causing chaos in the city. Meanwhile, James tries to help a friend, and Seth makes a costly mistake, putting two of their own in danger. TUESDAY, FEB. 25 ( 9:00-10:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
MEKIA COX

The Rookie season 7 is taking a break: How long for?

The Rookie is redefining strong female lead in law enforcement TV

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe WatcherÓ - The team is tasked with community policing while hunting for a local vigilante. Meanwhile, CelinaÕs instincts are tested, and Tim and Lucy discover secrets about the two new rookies. TUESDAY, JAN. 14 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
NATHAN FILLION, LISSETH CHAVEZ

Don't forget The Rookie moves to an earlier timeslot tonight (Feb. 18, 2025)

THE ROOKIE - Key Art. (Disney)

Cops with hearts: Love takes center stage in The Rookie

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe ShotÓ - Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age, John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt for two dangerous inmates with very personal vendettas following their prison escape. TUESDAY, JAN. 7 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST) on ABC.
NATHAN FILLION, LISSETH CHAVEZ

The Rookie season 7 is on the move to a better timeslot

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe ShotÓ - Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age, John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt for two dangerous inmates with very personal vendettas following their prison escape. TUESDAY, JAN. 7 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST) on ABC.
ERIC WINTER, MELISSA OÕNEIL

Things are looking steamy for Chenford in The Rookie season 7, episode 6 (Preview)

THE ROOKIE - ÒStrike BackÓ - In the aftermath of the assaults in the explosive season five finale, the team must now try to understand why they were targeted and if there is a bigger plan in place. Meanwhile, Nolan must survive his last shift before his wedding to Bailey. TUESDAY, FEB. 20 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (Disney/Raymond Liu)
NATHAN FILLION, LISSETH CHAVEZ, JENNA DEWAN

Bailey's life is on the line in The Rookie season 7, episode 5 (Preview)

THE ROOKIE - ÒDouble DownÓ Ð Officer John NolanÕs is once again face-to-face with serial killer Rosalind, and she wants him to know sheÕs not done with him yet. Meanwhile, officers Bradford and Chen work undercover with Detective Lopez and the Las Vegas Police Department to arrest leaders of a major criminal enterprise on the season premiere episode of ÒThe Rookie,Ó SUNDAY, SEPT. 25 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (ABC/Raymond Liu)
ERIC WINTER, MELISSA O'NEIL

What Does Rachel Hall's Return Mean for Chenford in The Rookie?

THE ROOKIE - ÒSimoneÓ Ð Officer Nolan and the LA division of the FBI enlist the help of FBI trainee Simone Clark when one of her former students is suspected of terrorism following an explosion at a local power station on an all-new episode of ÒThe Rookie,Ó SUNDAY, APRIL 24 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC. (ABC/Raymond Liu)
ALYSSA DIAZ, MEKIA COX

A serial killer on the loose in The Rookie season 7, episode 4 (Preview)

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe WatcherÓ - The team is tasked with community policing while hunting for a local vigilante. Meanwhile, CelinaÕs instincts are tested, and Tim and Lucy discover secrets about the two new rookies. TUESDAY, JAN. 14 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST) on ABC. (Disney/Mike Taing)
NATHAN FILLION, LISSETH CHAVEZ

Someone is at Nolan's house in The Rookie season 7, episode 3 (Preview)

THE ROOKIE - ÒThe ShotÓ - Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age, John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt for two dangerous inmates with very personal vendettas following their prison escape. TUESDAY, JAN. 7 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST) on ABC.
NATHAN FILLION, LISSETH CHAVEZ

Nolan observes Juarez's decisions in The Rookie season 7, episode 2 (Preview)

THE ROOKIE - "Punch Card" - After a mafia-related mass casualty, the team is tasked to keep the peace at the hospital. Lucy and Celina work together to investigate the suspects behind the attack. Meanwhile, Tim and Aaron embark on a metro ops mission. TUESDAY, MAY 7 (9:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC.(DISNEY/Raymond Liu)
TRU VALENTINO, ERIC WINTER

The Rookie season 7 wrote out Aaron Thorsen, and here's how