Season 1

1. S01E01

   Concrete Valley, Neon Sky

   1972-09-11

   In the introductory episode of the series, the presence of several street gangs contributes to a tension-filled atmosphere. The Rookies are assigned with the challenge of maintaining order amongst the rivaling street gangs, with Willie Gillis arising as the mediator between the gangs.

2. S01E02

   Dead, Like a Lost Dream

   1972-09-18

   Cops vs. cops as internal-affairs personnel investigate rumors of police shakedowns. Prime suspects: Ryker's rookies.

3. S01E03

   The Informant

   1972-09-25

   The Informant — Season 1, Episode 3 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-09-25. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

4. S01E04

   The Commitment

   1972-10-02

   The Commitment — Season 1, Episode 4 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-10-02. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

5. S01E05

   Covenant with Death

   1972-10-09

   Covenant with Death — Season 1, Episode 5 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-10-09. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

6. S01E06

   Time is the Fire

   1972-10-16

   Time is the Fire — Season 1, Episode 6 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-10-16. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

7. S01E07

   The Bear That Didn't Get Up

   1972-10-23

   The Bear That Didn't Get Up — Season 1, Episode 7 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-10-23. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

8. S01E08

   Dirge for Sunday

   1972-10-30

   Dirge for Sunday — Season 1, Episode 8 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-10-30. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

9. S01E09

   The Good Die Young

   1972-11-13

   The Good Die Young — Season 1, Episode 9 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-11-13. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

10. S01E10

    To Taste of Terror

    1972-11-20

    To Taste of Terror — Season 1, Episode 10 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-11-20. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

11. S01E11

    A Deadly Velocity

    1972-11-27

    A Deadly Velocity — Season 1, Episode 11 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-11-27. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

12. S01E12

    A Bloody Shade of Blue

    1972-12-11

    This episode centers on a pair of masked thugs who are on a vendetta to kill police officers. In the opener, they are on a rooftop and shoot a guy named Karl Miller that they assumed was a cop, because they had previously (not shown) seen him dressed as a cop from a masquerade party. The SCPD investigates the motive of the thugs, who target Officer Terry Webster as their next victim. They shoot at him in his police car, shattering the windshield glass into his eyes, temporarily blinding him. During his hospital stay, he bonds with a nurse, Lynn Everett. She helps him and they form a friendship. After Terry is released from the hospital--his eyes still bandaged--he and Lynn go on a picnic, where the criminals chase them down, with the intention of killing Terry, so he can't identify them. Lynn calls for help, Terry helps subdue the thugs and he regains his sight at the end. This episode is very touching and emotional, from Terry being scared that he may never see again, to Lynn sharing that she led a sheltered life and had never communicated with a black person before and didn't know how to. This is one not to be missed!

13. S01E13

    A Very Special Piece of Ground

    1972-12-18

    A Very Special Piece of Ground — Season 1, Episode 13 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-12-18. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

14. S01E14

    Rabbits on the Runway

    1972-12-25

    Rabbits on the Runway — Season 1, Episode 14 of The Rookies. Aired 1972-12-25. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

15. S01E15

    Tarnished Idol

    1973-01-08

    Tarnished Idol — Season 1, Episode 15 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-01-08. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

16. S01E16

    Crossfire

    1973-01-15

    Crossfire — Season 1, Episode 16 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-01-15. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

17. S01E17

    Snow Job

    1973-01-29

    Snow Job — Season 1, Episode 17 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-01-29. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

18. S01E18

    Point of Impact

    1973-02-05

    Point of Impact — Season 1, Episode 18 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-02-05. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

19. S01E19

    Three Hours to Kill

    1973-02-12

    Three Hours to Kill — Season 1, Episode 19 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-02-12. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

20. S01E20

    The Wheel of Fortune (a.k.a.) The Wheel of Death

    1973-02-19

    The Wheel of Fortune (a.k.a.) The Wheel of Death — Season 1, Episode 20 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-02-19. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

21. S01E21

    Life Robbery (a.k.a.) Tribute to a Veteran

    1973-02-26

    Life Robbery (a.k.a.) Tribute to a Veteran — Season 1, Episode 21 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-02-26. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

22. S01E22

    A Farewell Tree From Marly

    1973-03-05

    A Farewell Tree From Marly — Season 1, Episode 22 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-03-05. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

23. S01E23

    Easy Money

    1973-03-19

    Easy Money — Season 1, Episode 23 of The Rookies. Aired 1973-03-19. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.

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