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The Rookies S1E1 — Concrete Valley, Neon Sky

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The Rookies•Season 1•Episode 1

Concrete Valley, Neon Sky

6.9/10 · 72 votesSep 11, 197260 min

Ranked #23 of 23 in Season 1•−0.9 vs season avg

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.

Directed byLeonard Horn

Written byLarry Brody

Next episodeE2 · Dead, Like a Lost Dream

Seasons4

Cast5

Georg Stanford Brown

Georg Stanford Brown

Terry Webster

Sam Melville

Sam Melville

Mike Danko

Michael Ontkean

Michael Ontkean

Willie Gillis

Kate Jackson

Kate Jackson

Jill Danko

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Lt. Ed Ryker

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Leonard Horn

Director

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Larry Brody

Writer

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Episode Summary

"Concrete Valley, Neon Sky" is episode 1 of The Rookies season 1. It scored 6.9/10 from 72 votes, ranking #23 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.8). Directed by Leonard Horn and written by Larry Brody, it aired on September 11, 1972.

Next: E2 · Dead, Like a Lost Dream Best of Season 1