The Rookies (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1972, The Rookies is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Jud Taylor, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. Three new officers in a large metropolitan police department adjust to their new jobs and way of life. This is another TV-pilot that was first aired as an ABC Movie of the Week before becoming a TV-series.
Who’s in it. The Rookies stars Darren McGavin as Sgt. Eddie Ryker, Cameron Mitchell as Sniper, Robert F. Lyons as Jared Whitman and Paul Burke as Neil Montgomery, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Rookies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rookies page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rookies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rookies (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rookies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rookies worth watching?
- The Rookies holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rookies?
- The Rookies stars Darren McGavin, Cameron Mitchell, Robert F. Lyons, Paul Burke and Georg Stanford Brown.
- When was The Rookies released?
- The Rookies was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.