Season Guide
The Rookie — Season 8
Season 8 Review
Season 8 of The Rookie premiered 2026-01-06 and ran 18 episodes through 2026-05-04.
Episodes
1
SummaryThe LAPD, FBI and Interpol work with Monica Stevens in Prague to target high-value terrorists operating within and outside the United States.Our TakeSolid, satisfying television. The season's engine keeps turning…
2
SummaryWhen the president visits Los Angeles, the LAPD teams up with the Secret Service to ensure his safety and assess any major threats on their watch list. Meanwhile, Miles's instincts…
3
SummaryNolan makes a quiet arrest; Lucy and Celina race to rescue a kidnapping victim; Harper and Lopez help outsmart a killer; Miles visits a familiar face.Our TakeA masterclass episode —…
4
SummaryWhile out in the city, Nolan and Bailey witness a murder in public and immediately spring into action in the hopes of finding the person responsible; Angela and Wesley have…
5
SummaryLieutenant Grey and the FBI task force enlist the help of an old colleague to uncover a criminal network; while Nolan, Miles, Lucy and Celina respond to a mysterious officer…
6
SummaryIt's Valentine's Day, and the team is on the hunt for someone who is setting more than hearts on fire. Meanwhile, Celina thinks Miles' recent string of bad luck is…
7
SummaryHarper and Lucy go undercover in Baja while investigating the murder of two young women. Back in LA, Bradford and the FBI task force assist in the investigation, while Nolan…
8
SummaryNolan and Garza lead a high-stakes operation that quickly goes south. Lucy and Tim navigate their relationship when an unexpected visitor shows up. Meanwhile, the team conducts a citywide search…
9
SummaryHarper and Miles feel the weight of their recent mistakes, while Harper is tasked with training Miles. Nolan and Celina are dispatched to a robbery call where Nolan encounters a…
10
SummaryNolan, Harper and Miles face a dangerous situation when a routine check takes a sudden turn. Meanwhile, Bailey conducts a covert investigation at the Pentagon at the request of Lt.…
11
SummaryLucy returns to work in the aftermath of the attack. Meanwhile, an unexpected twist hinders the Liam Glasser case, and a familiar face helps the team track down a killer.Our…
12
SummaryThe FBI and LAPD join forces on a covert sting operation to protect Bailey, while Wesley and Angela face tensions in their marriage when his campaign is threatened by a…
13
SummaryBailey gets a new role, and a ride-along with Nolan goes awry. Meanwhile, the team looks to recruit new members.Our TakeConfident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real,…
14
SummaryA troubling incident at a school draws the team into a complex case, while Celina's temporary missing persons assignment leads her into a dangerous situation.Our TakeA well-built episode with more…
15
SummaryThe team works together after Nolan and Celina discover a possible suicide that spirals into conspiracy.Our TakeA miss. The writing strains, the pacing drags, and the hour mostly fills time.
16
SummaryNolan is put to the test when he's forced to protect a man he doesn't trust. Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina follow a promising lead, and Lopez finds herself conflicted about…
17
SummaryNolan and Harper try to help a desperate mother protect her child, while Lt. Grey and Garza continue to work with Monica despite their misgivings.Our TakeA standout hour — the…
18
SummaryThe team launches a high-stakes search to take down a notorious criminal. Meanwhile, Lucy's leadership is tested; Wesley tests the boundaries of his friendships, and Nolan tries to balance duty…