If you’ve just discovered the high-octane world of John Nolan—the oldest rookie in the LAPD—you’re likely hooked. You’ve watched him fumble through shoplifting calls, disarm criminals with unexpected wisdom, and navigate the chaotic romance of the station.
The short answer is (as of mid-2024), with a seventh season officially on the way. how many seasons are in the rookie?
(Probably not. That’s why we watch.)
If you count Feds as part of the same universe, the "season" count changes. Characters from the main show (like Niecy Nash-Betts’ Simone Clark and even John Nolan himself) cross over constantly. If you’ve just discovered the high-octane world of
Watch seasons 1-5. Watch the Feds spin-off alongside season 5. Watch the short season 6. Then join the rest of us waiting impatiently for season 7 to answer the show’s biggest remaining question: Will Bailey and Nolan finally catch a break? (Probably not
But now you’re staring at your streaming queue, asking a seemingly simple question:
Why? The 2023 Hollywood strikes (WGA and SAG-AFTRA) slammed the brakes on production. What was supposed to be a full 18-20 episode season was compressed into a tight, fast-paced 10-episode arc that ended with one of the show’s biggest cliffhangers.