The Rookie (2018 – ...)

At forty-five, and facing an unexpected turning point, one man decides it’s time to finally pursue a lifelong ambition: joining the police force. Now, he's embarking on a rigorous journey through the Los Angeles Police Department, where proving himself worthy of a badge will be his greatest challenge yet. He’ll need every ounce of grit and determination to convince his superiors that he belongs.

Six months into his journey as an LAPD officer, John Nolan – the department’s oldest rookie – has already proven himself, relying on grit, experience, and a sharp wit to hold his own alongside colleagues decades younger. Now, facing the second half of his probationary period, Nolan's resolve will be pushed to its limits. He’ll navigate complex relationships, confront dangerous criminals, and grapple with defining what kind of police officer he truly wants to become.

With graduation looming, Nolan and his cohort of rookie cops face a harsh reality: the academy is just the beginning. As they transition into active duty, these young officers will confront not only intricate cases and demanding procedures, but also deeply personal struggles that test their resolve and blur the lines between right and wrong.

The stakes are higher than ever for Officer Nolan and his colleagues at the Los Angeles Police Department. This season, the squad tackles a series of intricate cases that unexpectedly pull them into conflicts with each other, forcing them to confront difficult truths and navigate personal betrayals as they work to uphold the law. Expect a gripping exploration of loyalty, suspicion, and the ever-blurring lines within their own ranks.

Stepping away from active duty, John Nolan embraces a fresh chapter as a training officer, tasked with guiding eager rookie Celina Juarez through the demanding realities of police work. This season finds him balancing the responsibilities of mentorship—shaping a new generation of officers—with the complexities of his own evolving relationship with Bailey. It’s a journey filled with unexpected hurdles and personal growth as Nolan confronts the unique challenges that come with leading from within.

After joining the LAPD as its oldest rookie, John Nolan defied expectations and embraced the challenges of keeping pace with officers decades younger—all while injecting a much-needed dose of humor into the rigorous training. Now, on the cusp of finally becoming a full officer, Nolan confronts his most significant test yet: grappling with the consequences of his past actions and the difficult truths he’s chased along the way.

The stakes are higher than ever as John and his seasoned team brace themselves – welcoming two fresh faces to the ranks while simultaneously pursuing a pair of escaped convicts. These aren't just any escapees; driven by deeply personal grudges, they’re relentlessly hunting those who crossed them, and the team must stop them before their vendettas escalate into something devastating.

Season 8 finds John Nolan and his team thrust into a perilous mission overseas, dispatched to Prague for an assignment with global implications. But their time abroad is cut short as they’re pulled back stateside to confront the increasingly complex realities within the LAPD. Back in Los Angeles, the unit navigates a volatile environment – grappling with mounting political scrutiny, lingering dangers, and familiar faces resurfacing. And just when they think they've closed one chapter, unsettling signs suggest that formidable adversary Monica Stevens might still be playing a dangerous game from the shadows.