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Midlife Crisis? He Joined the Police!
25 Nov
Summary
- Jay Ellis stars as Alex Holland in 'The Rookie: North' pilot.
- Alex Holland joins Pierce County Police after a home invasion.
- Creator Alexi Hawley writes and directs the new spin-off pilot.

A new spin-off of the popular police drama 'The Rookie' is in development at ABC. Titled 'The Rookie: North,' the pilot order features actor Jay Ellis in the lead role.
Ellis portrays Alex Holland, a character who finds a new sense of purpose later in life. After experiencing a home invasion, Holland decides to join the Pierce County Police Department as its oldest rookie, facing challenges in both urban and rural settings.
The series pilot is set to be written and directed by 'The Rookie' creator Alexi Hawley. This marks another attempt at a spin-off for the franchise, following the previously canceled 'The Rookie: Feds.'



