April 14, 2026, 12:48 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
These days, it seems it’s no longer a given. However, in the world of TV series, the rule is that a show continues as long as it remains successful enough. That’s why all fans can now rejoice that “The Rookie” is getting a ninth season.
“The Rookie” Season 9 Confirmed
This is now reported by the usually well-informed U.S. industry magazine “Variety.” According to them, the responsible TV network ABC (owned by Disney) has renewed “The Rookie” for a ninth season. This means the popular cop series starring Nathan Fillion will continue.
ABC is also renewing the series “Will Trent” for a fifth season. The network seems generally optimistic, as it recently ordered new seasons for five other series: “9-1-1,” “9-1-1: Nashville,” “High Potential,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Abbott Elementary.” Only two current series, “R.J. Decker” and “Shifting Gears,” are still awaiting renewal.
No Details Yet on “The Rookie” Season 9
There are no further details yet about the plot or new stars for “The Rookie” Season 9. First, the eighth season needs to conclude, which will happen in early May in the U.S. Who knows what will happen in the series by then.
At least it’s expected that the key figures in front of and behind the camera will return, including Alexi Hawley as showrunner and lead actor Nathan Fillion as John Nolan. Additionally, ABC plans to expand the narrative universe with the planned spinoff “The Rookie: North.” Jay Ellis stars in the lead role, and a pilot episode has already been filmed. However, it’s currently uncertain if it will become a full series.
In Germany, “The Rookie” is primarily available on Sky and Wow. It’s very likely that “The Rookie” Season 9 will also premiere there.