The Rookie (TV) Cast
The cast of The Rookie. Updated on October 2, 2025.
1,188 actors
Nathan Fillion
as John Nolan (120 episodes)

Nathan Fillion plays the role of John Nolan, the main protagonist of the show. John is a forty-year-old man who decides to pursue his dream of becoming a police officer after a life-altering event. Despite being the oldest rookie on the force, John is determined to prove himself and makes it his mission to serve and protect the community.

Melissa O'Neil
as Lucy Chen (120 episodes)

Melissa O'Neil portrays Lucy Chen, another rookie officer. Lucy is ambitious and eager to prove herself in the male-dominated field of law enforcement. She is intelligent, driven, and always willing to go the extra mile to succeed. Lucy forms close bonds with her fellow rookies as they navigate the challenges of police work together.

Titus Makin Jr.
as Jackson West (54 episodes)

Titus Makin Jr. takes on the role of Jackson West, a young and disciplined rookie officer. Jackson comes from a law enforcement family, which puts additional pressure on him to excel. He is determined to follow the rules and prove his worth despite the high expectations placed upon him.

Eric Winter
as Tim Bradford (120 episodes)

Eric Winter plays the character of Tim Bradford, an experienced training officer who is paired with John Nolan. Tim is tough, no-nonsense, and demands perfection from his trainees. He pushes John to his limits to ensure that he becomes a competent and capable police officer.

Alyssa Diaz
as Angela Lopez (120 episodes)

Alyssa Diaz portrays Angela Lopez, a seasoned police officer who becomes a mentor figure to Lucy and the other rookies. Angela is compassionate, dedicated, and always strives to do what is right. She offers guidance and support to the rookies as they face the challenges of their new profession.

Afton Williamson
as Talia Bishop (20 episodes)

Afton Williamson plays Talia Bishop, one of the rookie officers. Talia is a former army medic and brings her unique perspective and skills to the job. She is tough, resourceful, and determined to make a difference in her new role as a police officer.

Mekia Cox
as Nyla Harper (100 episodes)

Mekia Cox portrays Nyla Harper, a new rookie officer who transfers from a different police department. Nyla brings her experience and knowledge to the team and quickly establishes herself as a valued member of the force. She is intelligent, ambitious, and dedicated to her job.

Richard T. Jones
as Wade Grey (120 episodes)

Richard T. Jones takes on the role of Wade Grey, a high-ranking officer in the Los Angeles Police Department. Wade is strict, assertive, and expects nothing but excellence from his subordinates. He serves as a commanding presence within the department and challenges the rookies to be the best officers they can be.

Tru Valentino
as Aaron Thorsen (55 episodes)
Mercedes Mason
as Capt. Zoe Andersen (20 episodes)
Shawn Ashmore
as Wesley Evers (81 episodes)
Jenna Dewan
as Bailey Nune (60 episodes)
Lisseth Chavez
as Celina Juarez (41 episodes)
will.i.am
as Will.i.am (1 episode)
Joel McHale
as Brad Hayes (1 episode)
Mario López
as Mario López (1 episode)
Jade Payton
as Dominique Grey (2 episodes)
Shawn Christian
as Jeremy Hawke (1 episode)
Sarah Shahi
as DHS Agent Jessica Russo (7 episodes)
Joelle Carter
as Megan Mitchell (1 episode)
Mircea Monroe
as Isabel Bradford (7 episodes)
Grant Harvey
as Cole Midas (1 episode)
Andy Mackenzie
as Leonard 'King' Midas (1 episode)
Julie Ann Emery
as Stacy (2 episodes)
Kai Lennox
as Unicorn Father (1 episode)
José Zúñiga
as Nestor Garcia (1 episode)
Kristian Nairn
as Wallace (1 episode)
Madison Horcher
as Sarah (1 episode)
Seth Green
as Jordan Neil (1 episode)
Ali Larter
as Dr. Grace Sawyer (12 episodes)
Harold Perrineau
as Det. Nick Armstrong (11 episodes)
Annie Wersching
as Rosalind Dyer (6 episodes)
Ryan Michelle Bathe
as Jennifer Paige (2 episodes)
Danny Nucci
as Sanford Motta (2 episodes)
Michael Beach
as Percy West (7 episodes)
Currie Graham
as Ben McRee (7 episodes)
Lauren Tom
as Vanessa Chen (2 episodes)
LisaGay Hamilton
as Henry's Doctor (1 episode)
Tony Amendola
as Tomás Madrigal (1 episode)
Emily Deschanel
as Sarah Nolan (1 episode)
Michael Graziadei
as Sergeant Mark Murray (1 episode)
Reynaldo Gallegos
as Aaron Galeno (2 episodes)
Alexandra Billings
as Sergeant Stella Porter (1 episode)
Brandon Routh
as Doug Stanton (5 episodes)
Adam Foster Ballard
as Chef (1 episode)
Jason Canela
as Cesar Madrigal (3 episodes)
Alain Uy
as Dahrio Salonga (1 episode)
Bob Morley
as Half-Life (1 episode)
Camille Guaty
as Sandra de La Cruz (5 episodes)
Peter Onorati
as Officer Jerry McGrady (1 episode)
Sean Gunn
as Treasure Hunter (1 episode)
Michael Reilly Burke
as Lt. Fred Mitchell (1 episode)
Maury Sterling
as Marcus Lindsey (2 episodes)
Peyton List
as Gennifer Bradford (5 episodes)
Enver Gjokaj
as Donovan Town (5 episodes)
Zayne Emory
as Henry Nolan (10 episodes)
Brandon Jay McLaren
as Elijah Stone (11 episodes)
Tamala Jones
as Yvonne Thorsen (2 episodes)
Onahoua Rodriguez
as Juana Solaris (1 episode)
Kyle Secor
as Special Agent Sam Taggart (2 episodes)
Christian Keyes
as Alonzo Smith (3 episodes)
Kamar de los Reyes
as Sgt. Ryan Caradine (5 episodes)
Omar Cook
as Elijah's Bodyguard (uncredited) (1 episode)
Jaylen Davis
as Elijah's Bodyguard (uncredited) (1 episode)
Arjay Smith
as James Murray (18 episodes)
Niecy Nash-Betts
as Simone Clark (4 episodes)
Frankie Faison
as Christopher "Cutty" Clark (2 episodes)
Dave Davis
as Marvin Reynolds (1 episode)
Matt Letscher
as Cooper Sanford (1 episode)
Alan Tudyk
as Ellroy Basso (2 episodes)
Carsyn Rose
as Lila Town (8 episodes)
Jane Daly
as Patrice Evers (4 episodes)
Angel Parker
as Luna Grey (10 episodes)
Pete Davidson
as Pete Nolan (3 episodes)
Dylan Conrique
as Tamara Colins (21 episodes)
Kanoa Goo
as Chris Sanford (14 episodes)
Derek Smith
as Connor Hart (2 episodes)
Brent Huff
as Officer Quigley Smitty (40 episodes)
Crystal Coney
as Nurse Lisa (14 episodes)
Michael Trucco
as ADA Sean Del Monte (9 episodes)
Dominic Burgess
as Tommy Lamont (1 episode)
Susan Chuang
as Chief Coleman (1 episode)
Chastity Dotson
as Megan Suriel (1 episode)
Lucy Walters
as Beth Veston (1 episode)
Felix Solis
as Special Agent Matthew Garza (3 episodes)
Caitlin Carver
as Melanie (1 episode)
Fiona Rene
as Misha Porter (1 episode)
Britt Robertson
as FBI Agent Laura Stensen (3 episodes)
Ayaamii Sledge
as Girl in Driverless Car (1 episode)
Julian Zane Chowdhury
as Pavi (1 episode)
Kunal Shetty
as Tyler Harvin (1 episode)
Juan Javier Cardenas
as Lyon (1 episode)
Vincent Duvall
as Captain Duane Tovar (1 episode)
KB Holland
as Wisco (2 episodes)
Jerome Beck
as Dayvion Mosby (1 episode)
Gretchen Klein
as Nicole Veston (1 episode)
Megan McGown
as News Reporter (1 episode)
Kevin Zegers
as FBI Agent Brendon Acres (2 episodes)
Rose Portillo
as Emilia Lopez (1 episode)
Julio Macias
as Damian Lopez (2 episodes)
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