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ABC's Police Drama THE ROOKIE Renewed for Season 7

The Rookie, the police procedural, has been renewed for yet another season. Currently in its sixth season, the Nathan Fillion-led show follows John Nolan, once 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.
Annette Bening, Laura Dern, Michael C. Hall, and More Join WAR UNFOLDING Documentary

Sypher Studios have announced its upcoming documentary, War Unfolding, narrated by four-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening and featuring an all-star cast including Eliza Bennett, Rachel Bloom, Gary Cole, Abigail Cowen, Oscar-winner Laura Dern, Monique Edwards, SAG Award winner Michael C. Hall, SAG Award winner Kelvin Harrison Jr., Golden Globe winner Paul Walter Hauser, Thurn Hoffman, Richard T. Jones, Jay Lee, Erick Lopez, Sandra Seacat, Oscar-winner Wes Studi, DeWanda Wise, and others.
The LAPD and the FBI Come Together for Two-Part Episode of THE ROOKIE

In part one of the two-part event, titled “Simone,” Officer John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) and the LA division of the FBI enlist the help of FBI trainee Simone Clark (Niecy Nash) when one of her former students is suspected of terrorism following an explosion at a local power station. “The Rookie” two-part event begins Sunday, April 24 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EDT), on ABC.
Niecy Nash Set To Guest Star in Multiple Episodes of ABC's THE ROOKIE

Niecy Nash (“Reno 9-1-1,” “Claws”) is set to guest star as Simone Clark in two embedded pilot episodes of the ABC police drama “The Rookie” from eOne and ABC Signature. Her episodes set the stage for a potential untitled spinoff next season allowing the franchise to expand beyond the Los Angeles Police Department.
ABC Unveils 2020-2021 Prime-Time Schedule, Featuring New Shows BIG SKY, CALL YOUR MOTHER, and More

Having just solidified its position as the No. 1 network in entertainment among Adults 18-49 for the first time in four years, ABC is announcing its 2020 premiere schedule. The network's previously announced programming slate includes renewals for 20 series and two straight-to-series orders from its current crop of pilots
ABC Announces 2020-2021 Slate, Featuring New Shows BIG SKY and CALL YOUR MOTHER

Having just solidified its position as the No. 1 network in entertainment among Adults 18-49 for the first time in four years, ABC is announcing its 2020-2021 programming slate, which includes renewals for 19 series and two straight-to-series orders from its current crop of pilots
RATINGS: ABC's THE ROOKIE Matches Its Season High Among Adults 18-49 and Draws Its Biggest Audience Since Its Premiere

On its final original telecast of the year, ABC's “The Rookie” improved by 9% week to week among Adults 18-49 (1.2/6 vs. 1.1/5) to match its season high and grew for its 2nd straight telecast in Total Viewers (+7% - 7.2 million vs. 6.7 million) to attract its biggest audience since its season premiere—since 9/29/19.
The Oldest Rookie Turns a Year Older in an All-New Episode of ABC's THE ROOKIE

Officer 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 on “The Rookie,” SUNDAY, NOV. 17 (10:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (TV-14, V) Episodes can also be viewed the next day on ABC.com, the ABC app and Hulu.
ABC Announces Full-Season Orders for MIXED-ISH, STUMPTOWN & Spring Season Pickup of THE ROOKIE

ABC's hit fall series “mixed-ish” and “Stumptown” have been given full-season orders, while “The Rookie” received a spring season pickup, Karey Burke, president, ABC Entertainment, announced today.
VIDEO: Sgt. Grey Warns Nolan in This Clip from THE ROOKIE!

Sgt. Grey (Richard T. Jones) tells rookie Officer John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) that he should be careful with his new Training Officer, Detective Nyla Harper (Mekia Cox). She's spent most of the last several years undercover, and her transition to patrol is going to be tough.
ABC Heads to Comic-Con with STUMPTOWN, THE ROOKIE and More

ABC continues its legacy of imaginative storytelling and compelling programming that spans multiple genres and is home to some of television's biggest stars. This year, ABC's interactive fan experience allows Comic-Con attendees a chance to meet the stars of its hit series while immersing them in a digital show environment and an opportunity to score limited-edition collectibles. Visit the ABC guest counter for more details and to register for cast signings.
ABC Drops THE ALEC BALDWIN SHOW From Saturday Slot, Check Out New Saturday Line-Up

ABC drops 'The Alec Baldwin Show' from Saturday slot.  Look for repeats of 'The Rookie' (January 5) and 'A Million Little Things' (January 12) to fill the time period until NBA coverage takes over the night on January 19.
ABC Picks Up a Full-Season Order of Freshman Series THE ROOKIE

“The Rookie” has been given a full-season order, Channing Dungey, president, ABC Entertainment, announced today.
Entertainment One Sells THE ROOKIE to Over 160 Territories Ahead of Premiere

 Leading into MIPCOM, global independent studio Entertainment One (eOne) announced today a raft of high-profile international sales for its highly-anticipated, new police procedural “The Rookie” starring 4-time Emmy®-nominated star Nathan Fillion (“Castle,” “Firefly”, “Modern Family”). “The Rookie” will premiere on ABC (USA) and CTV (Canada) October 16th.
The Paley Center for Media Announces 12th Annual Paleyfest Fall TV Previews + All-Star Lineup

The Paley Center for Media announced today that it will host its 12th annual PaleyFest Fall TV Previews September 6-16, 2018, at the Paley Center's Beverly Hills location. The ten-day festival celebrates the most anticipated new shows of the Fall 2018 television season as well as returning favorites from all five major broadcast networks, cable television, and premium streaming services. Each event includes screenings followed by star-studded discussions with the series cast and creatives.
VIDEO: ABC Shares First Trailer of Nathan Fillion In THE ROOKIE

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. If he can't keep up with the young cops and the criminals, he'll be risking lives including his own. But if he can use his life experience, determination and sense of humor to give him an edge, he may just become a success in this new chapter of his life.
ABC Unveils 2018-19 Prime-Time Schedule

Coming on the heels of a tremendously successful 2017-18 season that boasts the No. 1 show on television ("Roseanne"), the No. 1 new drama ("The Good Doctor") and the No. 1 reality show launch ("American Idol"), ABC is set to announce a stellar slate of programming for the 2018-19 season. Channing Dungey, president, ABC Entertainment, will unveil the network's new lineup to the advertising and media communities this afternoon at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall in New York City.
ABC Reveals 2018 - 2019 Primetime Schedule Including THE ALEC BALDWIN SHOW, ROSEANNE, THE GOOD DOCTOR, & More

Coming on the heels of a tremendously successful 2017-18 season that boasts the No. 1 show on television ("Roseanne"), the No. 1 new drama ("The Good Doctor") and the No. 1 reality show launch ("American Idol"), ABC is set to announce a stellar slate of programming for the 2018-19 season. Channing Dungey, president, ABC Entertainment, will unveil the network's new lineup to the advertising and media communities this afternoon at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall in New York City.
CBS to Present 'First Look' Preview of New Fall Series 9/4

CBS FALL PREVIEW, hosted by new series stars Iain Armitage (YOUNG SHELDON), David Boreanaz (SEAL TEAM), Mark Feuerstein (9JKL), Shemar Moore (S.W.A.T.), Bobby Moynihan (ME, MYSELF & I) and Jeremy Piven (WISDOM OF THE CROWD), is a primetime special highlighting the Network's six new fall series. It will be broadcast Monday, Sept. 4 (8:30-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network
CBS Shares First Look Trailers for New Fall Dramas & Comedies!

CBS yesterday unveiled its 2017-2018 primetime lineup, featuring four new comedies, four new dramas and 23 returning series. Today, the network shared first look trailers at all six of its new shows coming this fall.

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