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The Rookie S8E16 — Out of Time

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The Rookie•Season 8•Episode 16

Out of Time

7.8/10 · 1,121 votesApr 20, 202643 min

Ranked #8 of 18 in Season 8•+0.3 vs season avg

Nolan is put to the test when he's forced to protect a man he doesn't trust. Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina follow a promising lead, and Lopez finds herself conflicted about Wesley's new position.

Directed byJohn Terlesky

Written byMoira Kirland, Amanda Mercedes

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Nathan Fillion

Nathan Fillion

John Nolan

Melissa O'Neil

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Lucy Chen

Eric Winter

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Tim Bradford

Alyssa Diaz

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Angela Lopez

Mekia Cox

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Nyla Harper

Richard T. Jones

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Wade Grey

Shawn Ashmore

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Jenna Dewan

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Bailey Nune

Lisseth Chavez

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Celina Juarez

Deric Augustine

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Miles Penn

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John Terlesky

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Moira Kirland

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Episode Summary

"Out of Time" is episode 16 of The Rookie season 8. It scored 7.8/10 from 1,121 votes, ranking #8 of 18 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by John Terlesky and written by Moira Kirland, Amanda Mercedes, it aired on April 20, 2026.

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