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The Rookies

1972–1975 Crime • Drama

The Rookies is an American crime drama series that aired on ABC from 1972 until 1976. It follows the exploits of three rookie police officers working in an unidentified city for the fictitious Southern California Police Department.

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Overview

The Rookies is an American crime drama series that aired on ABC from 1972 until 1976. It follows the exploits of three rookie police officers working in an unidentified city for the fictitious Southern California Police Department.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
4
Total Episodes
93
First Air Date
Mar 7, 1972
Most Recent Air Date
Mar 30, 1976
Network / Platform
Philo
Original Language
en-US

Themes

Tone & Style

  • High-tension tone with suspense-forward storytelling.
  • Serialized structure rewards long-form viewing over stand-alone episodes.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

Main cast:

Rating
27.4
Seasons
4
Episodes
93

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Metadata

Seasons

Season 1

1972 • 23 episodes