Gear up for another thrilling cop-drama as ABC’s popular series The Rookie has been confirmed to return for season 7.
Debuting its first season in 2018, the gripping police drama centres around John Nolan (portrayed by Nathan Fillion), a small-town guy pursuing his dream of becoming an LAPD officer by becoming the oldest rookie in the force’s history.
The show brings a fresh twist to the typical crime drama and enjoys a massive fan following across the globe. Hence, despite a brief delay in season 6 due to SAG-AFTRA strikes in 2023, The Rookie remains a fan favourite.
With season 6 currently streaming on ABC, the anticipation for what’s next for Nolan and his fellow officers is reaching a fever pitch.
On that note, here’s everything we know about The Rookie season 7, from its release date to the potential plot.
‘The Rookie’ season 7: Is it happening?
Yes, the show creators renewed season 7 in April 2024. The decision to renew the show in the middle of the current season reflects its continued popularity and strong ratings. While the network hasn’t provided an official reason for the renewal, it’s clear that the show’s performance played a significant role.
The streamer has signalled their confidence in the cop drama and hinted at the possibility of future seasons. But for now, fans can look forward to at least one more thrilling season of their beloved The Rookie.
Who could be in the cast of ‘The Rookie’ season 7?
Until official information is available on the cast of season 7, it’s safe to assume that the main cast from the previous seasons will reprise their roles. So, fans will get to see Nathan Fillion return to headline the show as rookie-turned-veteran cop John Nolan.
Along with Fillion, the main cast is expected to include Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez, Tru Valentino as Aaron Thorsen, Richard T. Jones as Wade Grey, Eric Winter as Tim Bradford, Melissa O’Neil as Lucy Chen, Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers, Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper, Jenna Dewan as Bailey Nune and Lisseth Chavez as Celina Juarez.
What could be the plot of ‘The Rookie’ season 7?
It’s a bit too soon to predict the exact plot for the next season since season 6’s storylines are still unfolding. In season 6, we see Officer Aaron Thorsen survive his tumultuous ordeal and the team wrapping up the investigation into the cop killings, uncovering a larger conspiracy along the way.
However, season 7 will likely bring fresh challenges and mysteries for Nolan and his colleagues to tackle. While we can’t say for sure what those will be, one thing is certain – viewers can expect more gripping cases and compelling personal stories as the team navigates the complexities of law enforcement.
Plus, the show hit a milestone of the 100th episode featuring John and Bailey’s wedding in season 6, so fans can look forward to more tender moments amidst the action in the next season.
Do we have a release date for ‘The Rookie’ season 7?
With season 6 still airing, a specific release date for the next season isn’t confirmed yet. But now that the strikes are over, season 7 may go into production soon and fans can expect it to arrive anytime in 2025.
Is there a trailer?
Not yet, but the last episode of season 6 will air on 30 April, so hopefully fans will soon catch a glimpse of the trailer for The Rookie season 7.
