Rookie Blue (2010)

Five rookie cops face the unforgiving realities of police work in this gripping Canadian drama that ran for six compelling seasons.

Rookie Blue - Series Information

  • Original Title: Rookie Blue
  • First Air Year: 2010
  • Last Air Year: 2015
  • Created by: Ellen Vanstone, Tassie Cameron et al.
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Drama, Crime
  • Content Rating (US): TV-14
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 44 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 6
  • Number of Episodes: 74
  • Status: Canceled
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English
  • First Air Date: June 24, 2010 (United States - TV-14), June 24, 2010 (Canada - PG), June 24, 2010 (Germany - 12), June 24, 2010 (France - 10), June 24, 2010 (Australia - M), June 24, 2010 (Brazil - 14), June 24, 2010 (Mexico - A), June 24, 2010 (Spain - 12)
  • Networks: Global TV
  • Alternative Titles: 菜鸟警察 (CN), Nowe gliny (PL), Morwyn Brebner (CA), Kékpróba (HU), Copper (US)
  • Production Companies: Shaw Media, E1 Entertainment, ICF
  • Production Countries: Canada, United States of America

Rookie Blue - Plot

Ambitious young cops try to prove themselves in their high-stakes careers, in which the smallest mistake can have deadly consequences. At the core of the close-knit group is perfectionist Andy McNally, whose father was a homicide detective before he burned out on the job. The series follows Andy and her four colleagues -- Dov Epstein, Gail Peck, Traci Nash and Chris Diaz -- as they experience the trials, triumphs and tribulations of police work, as well as its effect on their personal lives.

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Rookie Blue - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Ellen Vanstone
  • Tassie Cameron
  • Morwyn Brebner

Main Cast

  • Missy Peregrym
  • Ben Bass
  • Gregory Smith
  • Enuka Okuma
  • Travis Milne
  • Charlotte Sullivan
  • Matt Gordon
  • Lyriq Bent
  • Peter Mooney
  • Melanie Nicholls-King

Writers

  • Adam Pettle
  • Morwyn Brebner
  • Tassie Cameron
  • Russ Cochrane
  • Noelle Carbone

Rookie Blue - FAQs

Where can you stream Rookie Blue online?

Rookie Blue is available to stream for free on Tubi TV and The CW, and with ads on The Roku Channel. It can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel offers it via flatrate subscription.

Why was Rookie Blue cancelled after season 6?

Rookie Blue was cancelled in 2015 after six seasons primarily due to declining ratings and shifting network priorities at Global TV and ABC. The show had built a loyal fanbase but viewership had softened in its later seasons, leading the networks to conclude the series rather than commission a seventh run.

Do Andy and Sam end up together in Rookie Blue?

Yes. Andy McNally (Missy Peregrym) and Sam Swarek (Ben Bass) are the central romantic pairing throughout the series. After years of tension, setbacks, and competing relationships, the two ultimately end up together by the series finale, giving fans the conclusion they had long been hoping for.

Who are the main cast members of Rookie Blue?

The principal cast includes Missy Peregrym as Andy McNally, Ben Bass as Sam Swarek, Gregory Smith as Dov Epstein, Enuka Okuma as Traci Nash, Travis Milne as Chris Diaz, Charlotte Sullivan as Gail Peck, Matt Gordon as Oliver Shaw, Lyriq Bent as Frank Best, Peter Mooney as Nick Collins, and Melanie Nicholls-King as Noelle Williams.

How many seasons and episodes does Rookie Blue have?

Rookie Blue ran for 6 seasons and 74 episodes in total, airing from June 2010 to September 2015. Each of the first four seasons contained 13 episodes, while seasons 5 and 6 were slightly shorter at 11 episodes each. A specials collection also exists as season 0.

When did Rookie Blue first air?

Rookie Blue premiered on June 24, 2010, airing simultaneously in the United States and Canada. The show was broadcast on Global TV in Canada and on ABC in the United States, making it one of the few Canadian dramas to secure a major U.S. network broadcast deal from its very first season.

Is Rookie Blue based on a true story?

Rookie Blue is not based on a specific true story. It is a fictional drama created by Ellen Vanstone, Tassie Cameron, and Morwyn Brebner. However, the series drew on realistic police procedural research and was praised for its authentic portrayal of rookie officers navigating the pressures of law enforcement in a major city.

What is the content rating for Rookie Blue?

Rookie Blue holds a TV-14 rating in the United States, indicating it contains content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series includes moderate violence related to police work, some adult language, and mature thematic elements such as trauma, relationship conflict, and the psychological toll of law enforcement.

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