ABC Greenlights Pilot for 'The Rookie: North' Spinoff ABC has officially ordered a pilot for a new spinoff of the hit crime drama series The Rookie, titled The Rookie: North. The new series will be set in Washington state and will star Jay Ellis as a rookie police officer, mirroring the premise of the original show led by Nathan Fillion. Production on the pilot wrapped in late winter or early spring of 2026, with the network expected to announce a decision on a full series order by the end of April or early May 2026. The spinoff aims to bring the same high-stakes drama and character-driven storytelling of the original series to the Pacific Northwest. The new show will follow the story of Alex Holland, played by Jay Ellis, as he begins his career as a police officer in Washington state after experiencing a "disappointing midlife crisis." The series will explore crime across the diverse landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, ranging from the urban coast to the rural forest. Karen Fukuhara has been cast as Leah Mizuno, Alex’s training officer, adding to the cast of characters. The original The Rookie has been a consistent performer for ABC, and the network is looking to expand the franchise by relocating the action to the Pacific Northwest. This spinoff represents an opportunity to further develop the world of the show and introduce new characters and storylines for fans. The success of the original series has paved the way for this new direction, which could become another hit for ABC if the pilot is greenlit for a full season. According to reports, the pilot was filmed in Vancouver, Canada, during the late winter or early spring of 2026. The production team worked to capture the unique settings of the Pacific Northwest, ensuring the series would authentically reflect the region’s geography and culture.#abc #karen_fukuhara #the_rookie_north #the_rookie #jay_ellis
