Parent Reviews of The Rookie

TV ABC Drama 2018
The Rookie TV poster: John Nolan in police uniform above the all-caps title

Parents Say

age 12+

Based on 33 parent reviews

Parents say the show has received mixed reviews, with some praising its strong character development, humor, and emotional depth, making it suitable for older children despite certain violent and mature themes. Conversely, others express deep disappointment regarding recent documentary-style episodes, criticizing them for straying from the series' original cop drama format and feeling low-budget, thus negatively impacting the overall quality and engagement of the show.

  • mixed reviews
  • strong characters
  • emotional depth
  • controversial episodes
  • suitable for older kids
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