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TMDB19902h 1mAction / Crime / Drama / Thriller

The Rookie

Packing years of experience and a .45 automatic, L.A. detective Nick Pulovski figures he's got all the help he needs. He's also got all the help he doesn't need. His new partner is The Rookie.

Veteran cop Nick Pulovski is used to playing musical partners; many of the partners he's had in the past have died on the job, and often as a result of Nick's risky tactics. But the rookie who's been assigned to help Nick bust a carjacking ring is almost as hotheaded as he is … and when Nick gets kidnapped, his newbie partner is his only hope.

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The Rookie at a glance

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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 1m

At 2h 1m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Action · Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under action, crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 647 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

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  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 1m.
  • It can be rented tonight from 5 US stores.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Rookie

Is The Rookie scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Rookie for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, crime, and drama film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Rookie in the US?
The Rookie can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Rookie?
The Rookie runs 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).
Is The Rookie suitable for kids?
The Rookie is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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