The ABC series, The Rookie, isn't available to stream on Netflix US, but that's not stopping the hit series starring Nathan Fillion from putting up huge viewership numbers around the world.
According to FlixPatrol, The Rookie is one of the 10 most popular shows on Netflix during the first week of July 2025. It currently ranks No. 10 on their list behind Netflix shows like Squid Game season 3, Ginny and Georgia season 3, and more.
The Netflix Top 10 numbers vary slightly. The Rookie has cracked the Netflix Top 10 TV global list two weeks in a row. On top of that, Netflix reports that the series is on the Netflix Top 10 in more than 20 countries, including Brazil, Argentina, and more.
We often see random TV shows pop up on the Netflix Top 10 when the series debuts in new countries and regions. It appears The Rookie was added to Netflix in many Central and South American countries, which makes sense why the hit ABC drama is shooting up the charts in those countries.
While it's a great series on its own with an awesome cast, there's also another reason The Rookie is having great success on Netflix right now. The Rookie was created by Alexi Hawley, who also created The Recruit, the Netflix original series that starred Noah Centineo. The shows are very different, but Hawley's style shines through in both shows. I can definitely see why fans of one show might like the other and vice versa.
The Rookie has already been renewed for season 8 on ABC, but it's going to be a while until the new season premieres. The Rookie season 8 is set for a midseason premiere on ABC, which means it will likely premiere sometime in January 2026. It's a long wait, but you have a long time to catch up before the new season returns if you happen to be one of those people who are just starting the series for the first time.
You can watch every episode of The Rookie on Hulu right now.
And, there's been more good news from the world of The Rookie recently. According to a report from Deadline, The Rookie North, a spinoff of The Rookie, is nearing a pilot order. An actor will likely be selected to lead that series soon.
Stay tuned for more news about The Rookie. We'll share any updates as soon as we find out.
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