Nathan Fillion opens his heart as The Rookie achieves its strongest viewing figures in five years and surpasses 100 episodes. Dive into his heartfelt tribute to cast, crew, fans—and what’s next for Season 8.
Nathan Fillion Celebrates The Rookie’s Record-Breaking Milestone
Veteran actor Nathan Fillion recently took to Instagram to celebrate a major milestone: The Rookie has reached its highest viewing figures among adults aged 18–49 in five years, while also surpassing the landmark of 100 episodes.
In his heartfelt post, Fillion expressed profound gratitude toward everyone involved in the show’s success:
“I know, I say it all the time. I couldn’t be more proud of what this show has accomplished… It honestly couldn’t happen to a more talented, kind, and deserving group of people. Cast, crew, writers, staff, and of course, Alexi. My thanks go out to all the fans, too. You keep this show going by continuing to tune in, and for that, I am truly grateful.”
Co-stars responded with warmth and pride—Jenna Dewan chimed in, “So proud to be a part of this special show,” and Shawn Ashmore echoed the sentiment, “Well said Nathan!! So proud and excited to be a part of @therookieabc.”
What This Means for The Rookie
This celebration comes amid the airing of Season 7 and foreshadows exciting developments ahead:
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Season 8 Renewal: The series has been officially renewed, with Fillion again sharing his gratitude and acknowledging the rarity of a long-term TV hit.
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Fresh Locations & Scope: Filming for Season 8 took place in Prague—an unusual choice for network TV—but one made possible by the show’s efficiency and popularity.
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Expanded Storylines Ahead: Expect major arcs to evolve—Chenford’s relationship, Monica’s mysterious maneuvers, and potentially the return of Pete Davidson’s character.
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What’s Next: Season 8 is slated to premiere in early 2026 as part of ABC’s midseason lineup.
Why It Matters
Hitting 100+ episodes is rare in today’s streaming era—and doing so while achieving the best viewership in years speaks volumes about The Rookie’s enduring appeal. Fillion’s acknowledgment of the show’s collaborative spirit highlights the strong bond that fuels its continued success—and gives fans promising reasons to look forward to what’s next.
