Fans Anticipate Long Wait for The Rookie and Will Trent as ABC Shifts Schedule to Midseason

ABC’s recent announcement to push the return of The Rookie and Will Trent to midseason has left fans disheartened, especially given the extended delays caused by the recent strikes. Both series were reliable performers in the past, making their postponement to January 2025 a tough pill to swallow for dedicated viewers.

The Rookie, entering its seventh season, ended its previous run on a rocky note, with many storylines feeling rushed and unresolved. The season finale saw major shifts, including Tim Bradford’s personal struggles and his break-up with Lucy Chen, leaving fans eager to see how these characters will evolve. With more episodes slated for the next season, there’s hope that the show will delve deeper into Tim’s therapy and resolve lingering issues from the previous season. However, there’s concern as the show’s history suggests that seventh seasons might not always fare well, given recent cancellations of other ABC series in their seventh seasons.

Will Trent, which ended its second season with a highly controversial cliffhanger, left viewers in suspense over Angie’s arrest and the future of her relationship with Will. The finale revealed Angie’s cover-up of Crystal’s murders, leading to a dramatic and morally complex situation. Will’s decision to arrest Angie, despite their rekindled romance, has divided fans and set the stage for a tense continuation. The show’s third season promises to explore the fallout from these events, but the long hiatus until January 2025 has only heightened the anticipation and anxiety surrounding the resolution of these cliffhangers.

ABC’s decision to delay these shows allows them to avoid interruptions from events like debates and holiday programming but has frustrated fans who are now facing an extended wait. The delay raises questions about the impact on viewer engagement and whether the new year will bring satisfying conclusions to the ongoing storylines.

ABC’s recent announcement to push the return of The Rookie and Will Trent to midseason has left fans disheartened, especially given the extended delays caused by the recent strikes. Both series were reliable performers in the past, making their postponement to January 2025 a tough pill to swallow for dedicated viewers. The Rookie, entering its…