Summary
The Rookieseason 7 is as entertaining as ever, and fans are enjoying tuning in each week to see more ofJohn Nolan’s (Nathan Fillion) story as an LAPD officer. His relationship with Bailey Nune (Jenna Dewan) and friendship with coworkers Tim Bradford (Eric Winter) and Lucy Chen (Melissa O’Neil) keep viewers coming back for more, along with the intense cases that happen in every episode.
Whilefans hoped to watch Fillion on aFireflyreboot, they’ve gotten plenty of chances to see the actor on the big and small screen, including amemorable character inDeadpool & Wolverine. Fillion also does a great job as John Nolan onThe Rookie, andThe Rookieseason 7, episode 13 is coming up. The episode featuresthe balance of fast-paced adventure and personal dramathat fans have come to expect from the ABC drama.
How To Watch The Rookie Season 7, Episode 13, “Three Billboards”
The Rookieseason 7, episode 13, “Three Billboards” willair on ABC onTuesday April 8th, 2025 at 9 p.m. E.T.The season premiered on Tuesday January 7th, 2025.
If fans miss any episodes ofThe Rookieseason 7, they can stream them the following day on Hulu. So, fans canstreamThe Rookieseason 7, episode 13 onHulu on Wednesday April 9th, 2025. They can also catch up onThe Rookieseasons 1 through 6 on the streaming platform, which also includeshorror movies such asLate Night with the Deviland seasons 1 and 2 ofthe entertaining and creepyGoosebumpsreboot.
In the previous episode,The Rookieseason 7 episode 12, “April Fools,” Nolan works with a rookie named Connor Craig, which causes problems since Connor isn’t up to the job. Althoughthe procedural series has a funny tone, each episode deals with serious topics. That is definitely the case with the upcoming episode. The official plot description forThe Rookieseason 7, episode 13 reads:
“When anti-LAPD billboards emerge throughout the city, the team searches for who’s responsible. Meanwhile, a car bombing prompts an investigation, Miles reconnects with an old friend, and John and Bailey assess their ability to adopt.”
Thecombination of personal and professional storiesis what makesThe Rookiesuch a popular series, and it looks likeThe Rookieseason 7, episode 13 will include that balance. As Nolan and his co-workers are searching for whoever put up those billboards,Nolan and Bailey’s hope to become parentsis also front and center.
What Has Happened So Far On The Rookie Season 7?
LikeRyan Murphy’s procedural dramas9-1-1and9-1-1: Lone Star,The Rookieseason 7 has been action-packed. While each episode has featured wild cases, such in episode 6 “The Gala” when a woman tells the cops that her ex-partner has a tiger, there is also a focus on Nolan and Bailey’s relationship. One of the most memorable plotlines is whenBailey and Nolan bond even morewhen she talks to him about her dangerous relationship with Jason Wyler (Steve Kazee) in episode 7 “The Mickey.” Other season 7 storylines include a Los Angeles wildfire and the team wondering if Seth Ridley (Patrick Keleher) really has cancer.
However, no matter how much personal conflict Nolan is dealing with, he’s always committed to helping people. InThe Rookieseason 7 premiere, he jumps on a scooter to find a suspect. It’s as exciting as a scenefeaturing a beloved action hero. In an interview withTV Insider, Nathan Fillion explained he always wanted to do that. Fillion said:
“I was kind of surprised at how fast they go. I wasn’t really prepared for that. I was not wearing a helmet. I tend not to get on a vehicle that requires balance, A, without a helmet and B, at any speed faster than I’m comfortable falling off of it…"
He continued:
“It seems easy, but you’re trying not to actually hurt somebody and you’re trying not to actually get hurt all at the same time. But it was nice to finally be able to do it. I’m telling you, I’ve been pitching that one for ages.”
Will Fans Get To Watch The Rookie Season 8?
On April 3rd, 2025,Deadlinereported thatThe Rookiewas renewed for season 8.According to Deadline, ABC renewed several shows includingWill Trent, the Ryan Murphy procedural series9-1-1, andthe popular hospital dramaGrey’s Anatomy.
The Rookieseason 7 has had great ratings, which explains the decision to bring it back for another season. According toThe Hollywood Reporter, the episode that aired on March 25th, 2025 got great ratings on streaming and on ABC. Over 70% of the 18-49 rating and 43% of the audience (3.57 million viewers) was from streaming. The episode also had atotal viewership of 8.25 million.
