The Rookie launched before the social upheavals of 2020 that brought police practices to the forefront of national conversation. The show faced a creative dilemma: how do you produce a "fun" cop show in an era where policing is under intense scrutiny?
The series is inspired by a true story and stars Nathan Fillion as John Nolan. After a life-altering incident in his small hometown, Nolan moves to LA to chase his dream of becoming a police officer.