The Rookie

2018 • TV-14

Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he's met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.

Content advisory

LGBTQ+ Characters/Relationships

Unrated — There is notable LGBTQ+ representation among supporting characters, including storylines involving same-sex relationships and open discussion of sexuality.

Language

moderate — Moderate language is used throughout the series, including occasional strong words typical in police dramas but heavy profanity is rare.

Mature Themes

moderate — The series explores mature themes such as trauma from crime, grief, moral dilemmas in law enforcement, and personal struggles balancing work and family life.

Scary/Intense Content

mild — The show has mild suspense typical of police procedural dramas, with tense moments and occasional chase scenes but no strong horror or jump scares.

Sexual Content & Nudity

mild — The show contains mild sexual content, mainly involving romantic relationships, kissing, and occasional references to dating life with no explicit sexual scenes or nudity.

Substance Use

mild — Substance use in the series is mostly shown in a realistic context, such as alcoholic beverages during off-duty social scenes, without glorification or heavy focus.

Violence & Gore

moderate — The series contains frequent scenes involving police work, including physical confrontations, shootings, and occasional deaths, though graphic content is generally restrained and appropriate for teens.