‘The Rookie’ Nabs Season 7 Renewal at ABC

ABC has officially renewed “The Rookie” for a seventh season for 2024-25. The police procedural, starring Nathan Fillion, has continued to perform steadily for the network, even surpassing the 100-episode milestone earlier this season. Despite the show’s title, which originally referred to John Nolan being the oldest rookie in the LAPD, Nolan’s character has long moved past his rookie status. Yet, his journey continues, showcasing how he uses his life experience, determination, and humor to keep up with younger rookies. The ensemble cast includes Mekia Cox, Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Melissa O’Neil, Eric Winter, Jenna Dewan, Shawn Ashmore, Tru Valentino, and Lisseth Chavez.

“The Rookie” has managed to retain a loyal viewership as Nolan progresses in his LAPD career. The season six premiere on February 20 attracted 11.92 million viewers over five weeks of cross-platform viewing, marking the best performance for the show since its second episode in 2018. Streaming and delayed viewing contributed significantly, adding more than 5 million viewers to the premiere’s initial seven-day total. The episode’s rating in the key 18-49 demographic also saw substantial growth, quadrupling from 0.67 to 2.9.

Produced by Lionsgate Television and ABC Signature, “The Rookie” is co-created by Alexi Hawley, who serves as the executive producer alongside Mark Gordon, Nathan Fillion, Michelle Chapman, Brynn Malone, Bill Norcross, and Jon Steinberg. Lionsgate Television also handles international distribution for the series, ensuring its global reach and popularity. The show’s renewal reflects its solid standing among other ABC hits, maintaining its appeal in the competitive television landscape.

“The Rookie” joins other popular ABC series like “9-1-1,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” “Will Trent,” and the comedy “Abbott Elementary” in securing a place in the network’s 2024-25 lineup. The show’s continued success demonstrates its ability to evolve and maintain audience interest, ensuring it remains a staple of ABC’s programming for another season. Fans can keep up with all the latest broadcast renewals and cancellations through THR’s network scorecard.

ABC has officially renewed “The Rookie” for a seventh season for 2024-25. The police procedural, starring Nathan Fillion, has continued to perform steadily for the network, even surpassing the 100-episode milestone earlier this season. Despite the show’s title, which originally referred to John Nolan being the oldest rookie in the LAPD, Nolan’s character has long…