The Rookie

📅 Release Date: 16 Oct 2018 ⭐ Rating: 8.5

Crime Drama Comedy

The Story

Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he's met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.

Theatrical Release

16 Oct 2018

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Netflix

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The Rookie's Cast

Nathan Fillion

Melissa O'Neil

Eric Winter

Alyssa Diaz

Mekia Cox

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What is the release date of The Rookie?

16 Oct 2018

What is The Rookie about?

Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he's met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him...