The Rookie (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Series · ★ 8.3
Released in 2018, The Rookie is a comedy, drama and crime series. “He’s got this.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 as just a walking midlife crisis.
Who’s in it. The Rookie stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan, Melissa O'Neil as Lucy Chen, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper and Titus Makin Jr. as Jackson West, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, The Rookie sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hulu, fuboTV, Philo and YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rookie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rookie tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rookie (2018)?
- In US, The Rookie is available to stream on Hulu, fuboTV and Philo, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Rookie worth watching?
- The Rookie holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Rookie?
- The Rookie stars Nathan Fillion, Melissa O'Neil, Mekia Cox, Titus Makin Jr. and Eric Winter.
- When was The Rookie released?
- The Rookie was released in 2018.