The Rookie · Season 2 20 Episodes

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Six months into his career as a cop, John Nolan, the oldest rookie in the LAPD, has used his life experience, determination and sense of humor to keep up with rookies 20 years his junior. But as he embarks on the second half of his rookie year, Nolan will be put to the test by a host of new challenges, romantic relationships and deadly criminals, as he looks to figure out what kind of cop he ultimately wants to be.

Episodes

NoFirst Air DateNameOverview
2x1ImpactDanger is ever-present as the officers of the Mid-Wilshire precinct grapple with the aftermath of a plotted attack on the city of Los Angeles, leaving Officer Bradford fighting for his life.
2x2The Night GeneralNolan teams up with new night detective Nick Armstrong for a murder investigation case that results in an unexpected reunion with a former love interest. Officer Bradford reluctantly accepts help from Officer Chen as he prepares for his sergeant exam, and Officer West pursues an unconventional move after finding himself in need of a new home.
2x3The BetOfficer Nolan navigates building tension in his relationship with Jessica and a developing rapport with Grace while working a high-stakes criminal case involving an undercover homeland security agent. Meanwhile, Officer Chen meddles with Officer Bradford’s love life, and Officer Lopez learns some surprising news about Wesley.
2x4Warriors and GuardiansOfficer Nolan gets off to a rocky start after being introduced to his new training officer, Nyla Harper, who has an unconventional approach to police work after her stint as an undercover detective. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford struggles to think of an appropriate birthday gift for Rachel, and Officer Lopez finds herself navigating a case that triggers a personal memory.
2x5Tough LoveAs part of their second phase of training, the rookies are asked to develop their first confidential informants. Officer Nolan soon discovers that no two informants are the same and struggles with his newest task. Meanwhile, Officer Chen’s mother complicates her home life when she comes to stay with her.
2x6FalloutAn emergency alert of an impending missile attack sends Los Angeles into chaos and uncertainty, while the officers each try to keep the peace and deal with their own disasters.
2x7SafetyJohn and Jessica’s relationship gets a lot more complicated after she delivers some surprising news. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Office West are assigned a community policing project helping out the Watts Rams as volunteer coaches at their fall clinic, along with Rams players Eric Weddle and Robert Woods.
2x8Clean CutOfficer Nolan kicks off his birthday by babysitting a crime scene at a law office. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Officer West are set to receive special awards, and Sgt. Grey rides patrol with Officer Harper after she requests an early annual evaluation.
2x9Breaking PointOfficer Nolan’s trust is tested when he tries to help the previous owner of his home reconnect with his family. Meanwhile, Officer Harper has finally earned an overnight visit with her daughter that is put into jeopardy when her past undercover life resurfaces again.
2x10The Dark SideOfficer Nolan and team are charged with escorting a notorious female serial killer to the graves of her previously unrecovered victims. However, when they arrive, they unearth even more than they expected. Meanwhile, Officer Chen meets a seemingly perfect man who sparks her interest, and Officer Lopez worries about Wesley as his PTSD continues to increase.
2x11Day of DeathOfficer Nolan and the entire team are in a desperate search to rescue Officer Chen after her abduction and must attempt to get Rosalind to help them in their search. Meanwhile, after Officer Lopez discovers Wesley unconscious from a dangerous cocktail of alcohol and pills, she is forced to keep him close by.
2x12Now and ThenNolan takes his son’s fiancé, Abigail, on a ride-along after she shows interest in becoming a police officer. Meanwhile, Jackson’s relationship is becoming complicated at work.
2x13Follow-Up DayNolan is given some life-changing news and invites Grace over for a homecooked meal in his newly remodeled kitchen. Meanwhile, each unit is tasked with following up on dormant cases in the hopes they can uncover new leads.
2x14CasualtiesOfficers Nolan and Harper investigate a murder which may have national security implications, while Officer Bradford must confront his past when he crosses paths with a homeless veteran.
2x15Hand-OffOfficer Nolan is having a particularly bad day after learning his identity has been stolen and could jeopardize his position as an officer. Meanwhile, Sgt. Grey must confront his past and testify at the parole hearing of the man who shot Grey and murdered his partner.
2x16The OvernightOfficers Chen and Bradford respond to a call at the Los Angeles auditions of “American Idol,” and Officer Chen ends up facing Ryan Seacrest and the judges. Meanwhile, Chen befriends a reporter whose motives are not clear.
2x17ControlOfficer Nolan’s relationship with his first confidential informant is tested when he discovers her back on the street dealing drugs. Meanwhile, Lucy’s fear of dating following her abduction and her intrusion into Jackson’s relationship is beginning to threaten their friendship.
2x18Under the GunOfficers Nolan and Harper are tasked with escorting four juvenile offenders to a Scared Straight program at a correctional facility that quickly becomes a riotous situation. Meanwhile, Nolan is uncertain about his relationship with Grace after she fails to introduce him to her ex-husband.
2x19The Q Word (1)Their rookie year is coming to an end and officers Nolan, Chen and West are about to be squeezed harder than ever before as their training officers evaluate whether they are truly ready for the job. Meanwhile, after one of their rookie classmates is involved in a shooting, the team uncovers some unsettling evidence .
2x20The Hunt (2)Nolan's discovery goes much deeper than he expected and could put his life and career in jeopardy.

Cast

CharacterPerson
John NolanNathan Fillion
Lucy ChenMelissa O'Neil
Jackson WestTitus Makin Jr.
Tim BradfordEric Winter
Angela LopezAlyssa Diaz
Nyla HarperMekia Cox
Wade GreyRichard T. Jones

Crew

DepartmentJobPerson
ArtArt DirectionLauren Rosenbloom
Construction CoordinatorBrian Walker
Property MasterRobert Scott Kyker
Set DecorationWilliam M. DeBiasio
CameraDirector of PhotographyJustin Hanrahan
Key GripVidal Cohen
Costume & Make-UpCostume DesignerJulia Schklair
Makeup Department HeadKristina Vogel
CrewClearances CoordinatorAshley Kravitz
CreatorAlexi Hawley
Transportation CoordinatorJon Tardino
DirectingScript SupervisorFaye Brenner
LightingChief Lighting TechnicianDonna Vega
ProductionAssociate ProducerLee A. Frost
CastingCarol Kritzer
Eric Dawson
Robert J. Ulrich
Rory Schleifstein
Co-Executive ProducerBrynn Malone
Corey Miller
Vincent Angell
Co-ProducerMary Trahan
Consulting ProducerElizabeth Davis Beall
Executive ProducerAlexi Hawley
Bill Norcross
Jon Steinberg
Mark Gordon
Michelle Chapman
Nathan Fillion
Rob Bowman
Terence Paul Winter
Location ManagerGeorge Shockley
ProducerHelen Pai
Marco Black
Robert Bella
Production AccountantAJ Diederich
Production CoordinatorLisa Karchinski
Production SupervisorOzzie Scott
Unit Production ManagerRobert Scott
SoundMusic EditorGrant Conway
Music SupervisorLiza Richardson
Marc Mondello
Original Music ComposerJordan Gagne
Production Sound MixerJoe Michalski
Supervising Sound EditorRobb Navrides
Visual EffectsVisual Effects Assistant EditorCharles Kaplan