The Rookie season 7: Full cast list explored

ABC's police procedural drama The Rookie season 7 is all set to premiere on January 7, 2025, at 10 pm ET. Created by Alexi Hawley, the show follows John Nolan, a middle-aged man who becomes the oldest rookie at the Los Angeles Police Department.

After a life-changing incident, 45-year-old Nolan pursues his dream of joining the force, navigating the challenges of his newly divorced life while trying to prove himself. The show is inspired by the life of LAPD officer William Norcross, executive producer Jon Steinberg's college friend.

Nathan Fillion plays the central character of John Nolan and is joined by Alyssa Diaz, Richard T. Jones, Melissa O'Neil, Mekia Cox, Shawn Ashmore, and Eric Winter. The show initially premiered on ABC in October 2018 and has garnered a fanbase for its engaging storylines and character development.

All cast members in The Rookie season 7

1) Nathan Fillion as John Nolan

In The Rookie season 7, Nathan Fillion reprises his role as John Nolan, who is now a seasoned officer mentoring others in the LAPD. His journey from being the LAPD’s oldest rookie to a respected leader will be explored further with complex cases in season 7.

Canadian-American actor Nathan Fillion is best known for his roles in Firefly and Castle. He has worked in films like Slither, Trucker, and Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, spanning multiple genres. He has also lent his voice to video games like Halo 3 and Destiny 2.

2) Melissa O'Neil as Lucy Chen

Lucy Chen, one of the main characters since The Rookie season 1, is played by Melissa O'Neil. Lucy is an ambitious officer, and her relationship with her T.O. Tim Bradford is one of the prominent romantic storylines on the show.

Melissa O'Neil is a Canadian actress and singer who catapulted to stardom after being crowned the first female winner of Canadian Idol (2005). She is recognized for her roles in The Rookie and Dark Matter.

3) Eric Winter as Tim Bradford

Tim Bradford is played by American actor Eric Winter in The Rookie. Tim broke up with Lucy in the previous season, and in a Screen Rant interview on January 4, 2025, Hawley said the following about his character:

"I think his head is in knowing that he ruined everything, wanting to fix it, both on a romantic level, but also on a personal level. Obviously, he cares very much about her, but knowing that he still has work to do and understanding that, ultimately, it's her decision, really."

Eric Winter is a regular face on TV, as he has gained popularity for his roles in Days of Our Lives, The Mentalist, and Witches of East End.

4) Alyssa Diaz as Angela Lopez

In The Rookie, Angela Lopez is a member of the LAPD, portrayed by Alyssa Diaz. She is a detective balancing her demanding career with her family life. Alyssa Diaz, an American actress, has previously appeared in As the World Turns, The Nine Lives of Chloe King, Army Wives, and Narcos: Mexico.

5) Mekia Cox as Nyla Harper

Mekia Cox will be back in her role of Nyla Harper in The Rookie season 7. She is a former undercover detective turned LAPD training officer, known for her no-nonsense attitude. Mekia Cox is an actor and singer renowned for her roles in shows like 90210, Once Upon a Time, Chicago Med, and Michael Jackson's concert series This Is It.

Additional cast on The Rookie season 7

The show also features supporting cast, namely:

Shawn Ashmore as Wesley Evers
Richard T. Jones as Wade Grey
Lisseth Chaveth as Celina Juarez
Jenna Dewan as Bailey Nune

The new cast members of The Rookie season 7 are:

Patrick Keleher as Seth
Deric Augustine as Miles

About The Rookie season 7

The Rookie season 6 ended on a cliffhanger, and the logline for season 7 episode 1 titled The Shot reads:

"John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt for two dangerous inmates with very personal vendettas following their prison escape."

Released on January 3, the trailer for The Rookie season 7 reveals that Oscar and Jason, the two dangerous criminals previously caught by the team, have escaped from prison. In the same interview with Screen Rant this week, writer Alexi Hawley talked about how the two criminals' escape will affect the plot of season 7. He said:

"Jason, especially, being out, is the existential threat given that Bailey is his target. And so having a conversation about bringing a child into that environment, obviously, is not a plan in the near future."

Alexi continued to explain:

"We really lean into the paranoia and the fear of what it's like to have somebody out there who is targeting you, but when and where is in question. Which doesn't mean that we don't ultimately come back to the adoption storyline down the road, but in the near term, it gets pushed to the back burner."

Stay tuned for more updates on The Rookie season 7.

Edited by DEEPALI