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Midlife Crisis? Not Anymore: Rookie Cop Takes On New Beat
11 May
Summary
- New ABC series 'The Rookie: North' features midlife rookie Alex Holland.
- The show is set in Washington state, policing diverse terrains.
- It's the second spinoff from the original 'The Rookie' series.
ABC has greenlit a new scripted series, 'The Rookie: North,' marking its first new scripted order for the 2026-27 broadcast season. The series follows Alex Holland, a protagonist who finds a renewed sense of purpose by becoming a rookie police officer in Pierce County, Washington.
The show's narrative will explore Holland's journey as he navigates the challenges of law enforcement across diverse landscapes, from coastal cities to rural forests. He must prove his capabilities to his superiors and himself, confronting a lifetime of past commitments.
This new series is the second spinoff from the popular show 'The Rookie.' Its predecessor, 'The Rookie: Feds,' aired for one season during the 2022-23 schedule. The creative team behind 'The Rookie: North' includes original series creator Alexi Hawley, who will write and executive produce alongside star Nathan Fillion.
