The Rookies

The Rookies - ABC

ABC

Series

1972

Crime drama

Three idealistic rookie police officers adjust to the challenges of law enforcement during their first assignments in Southern California.

Where to Stream

1972–1976 Series 4 Seasons94 Episodes

Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Thursday, April 25

The Wheel of Death

Season 1 • Episode 20

A sick little boy will soon die without a bone marrow transplant from his father.

Friday, April 26

Point of Impact

Season 1 • Episode 18

Terry tries to find out why an old friend launched a seemingly senseless attack on a police officer.

Monday, April 29

Three Hours to Kill

Season 1 • Episode 19

A police captain undergoing surgery is held captive to gain the release of a prisoner.

Tuesday, April 30

Life Robbery

Season 1 • Episode 21

The Rookies try to break up a robbery ring, and their chief suspect is an old friend of Ryker's.

Wednesday, May 1

A Farewell Tree From Marly

Season 1 • Episode 22

The only witness in a manslaughter case is mentally impaired.

Thursday, May 2

Cry Wolf

Season 2 • Episode 6

Elderly woman cries wolf too often, with predictable results.

Friday, May 3

Get Ryker

Season 2 • Episode 5

A vengeful ex-convict targets Ryker and Jill.

Monday, May 6

Margin for Error

Season 2 • Episode 2

A veteran officer blames Mike for his partner's death.

Tuesday, May 7

Deadly Cage

Season 2 • Episode 3

Webster is asked to masquerade as a prisoner at the State Prison.

Wednesday, May 8

Cauldron

Season 2 • Episode 1

Willie and Terry are kidnapped and left in the desert with no food, water or hope of rescue.

Thursday, May 9

Blood Brother

Season 2 • Episode 8

Terry's cousin can't find a job after returning from Vietnam and is very embittered.

Friday, May 10

Frozen Smoke

Season 2 • Episode 4

Willie draws juvenile detail and struggles to deal with the emotional and psychological aspects.