The Rookie fans will have a lot to look forward to in 2027. Not only will they see the resolution of the Season 8 finale cliffhanger, but they'll also be treated to a new spinoff. The Rookie: North, starring Jay Ellis, has officially been ordered for next season, premiering midseason alongside its parent show on ABC. While details about potential crossovers have been scarce, I’ve been waiting for Nathan Fillion to weigh in on the possibility, and someone finally asked him.
Even though The Rookie takes place in LA and North is set in Washington state, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s impossible for a crossover to happen. The NCIS, FBI and CSI franchises are definitely proof of that. While appearing on Watch What Happens Live, Fillion was asked by a fan in the audience if there were any crossover plans for the spinoff, and he gave a very straight answer:
