What time is The Rookie’s next episode out? Season 8 schedule and UK release latest
The Rookie is back for season 8 - but when can you tune in? 👮♂️📺
- The Rookie is set to continue season 8 this week.
- A major change is coming to the schedule very soon.
- But when can you watch the latest episode?
Suit up because it is almost time for a brand new episode of The Rookie. The beloved police procedural has returned for its eight season - and a big change is around the corner.
Since it premiered back in 2018, the show has aired over 100 episodes and become a firm favourite with viewers. Nathan Fillion stars as the titular rookie (although he is not so much a rookie these days) in the series.
But when can you tune in for the latest episode? Here’s all you need to know:
What to expect from The Rookie season 8?
The preview, via ABC, teases: “John Nolan, once the oldest rookie in the LAPD, now uses his life experience, determination and sense of humour to keep up with rookies 20+ years his junior.
“John and the team must navigate the intense, unpredictable nature of their jobs and personal challenges, while uplifting the next generation of first responders.”
Who is in the cast of The Rookie?
- Nathan Fillion - John Nolan
- Mekia Cox - Nyla Harper
- Alyssa Diaz - Angela Lopez
- Richard T. Jones - Wade Grey
- Melissa O’Neil - Lucy Chen
- Eric Winter - Tim Bradford
- Jenna Dewan - Bailey Nune
- Shawn Ashmore - Wesley Evers
- Lisseth Chavez - Celina Juarez
- Deric Augustine - Miles Penn
What time is The Rookie’s next episode out?
For those watching in America, the show’s eighth season started back in early January 2026. The season is broadcast on ABC on Tuesday nights, including today (January 20).
The show starts at 9pm ET/ PT currently on ABC and that is when episode three will begin this evening.
However, from next week the show is set to move to a Monday night spot starting on January 26 - with the slightly later time of 10pm. It will follow American Idol.
How to watch The Rookie season 8?
For viewers in America, the show is broadcast on ABC on Tuesday nights and is released on Hulu with Disney+ (in the US) the following day - Wednesdays currently. The season is being broadcast weekly in the United States.
On this side of the pond, the show is broadcast on Sky Witness and Now TV. Currently, a date has not been confirmed for the release of season eight in the UK - but expect more details in due course.
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