Okay, let’s talk about The Rookie. Specifically, Season 3. You know, the season that feels like it both flew by and lasted a lifetime?
The big question: How many episodes were actually in it? Did anyone even notice?
Ready for the answer? Season 3 of The Rookie has a grand total of… 14 episodes. Yeah, that's it.
Wait, Only 14 Episodes?
I know, right? It feels criminally short, doesn't it? Like they started filming and then someone yelled, "Okay, wrap it up!"
Other seasons have, like, 20-something episodes. We were robbed!
I get it. The pandemic probably threw a wrench in everything. But still… 14 episodes feels like a tease.
My Unpopular Opinion (Brace Yourselves)
Here's where things get spicy. Don't @ me, but I think Season 3 is secretly one of the best.
Before you grab your pitchforks, hear me out. Think about it. No filler episodes!
Each episode was packed with drama, action, and those sweet, sweet Chenford moments. Every scene felt important.
Sure, I wanted more. Who wouldn't? But maybe, just maybe, less is more in this case. Quality over quantity, people!
The Good, the Bad, and the Short
Let's recap. Season 3 was short. Painfully short.
It was also intense. Characters evolved and we see more of their internal struggles.
Who could forget John Nolan's journey to becoming a training officer? Or Officer Chen’s undercover work?
Speaking of Lucy Chen, did anyone else think her relationship with Tim Bradford was going to reach another level?
Maybe that's why those 14 episodes felt so impactful, because of the emotional tension.
Season 3 definitely delivered. The storyline involving Doug Stanton, the dirty cop, kept us on the edge of our seats.
Would I Watch It Again?
Absolutely! Despite its brevity, Season 3 of The Rookie is a wild ride.
It's the perfect season to binge-watch when you’re short on time but still need your dose of police procedural goodness.
So, next time someone asks you how many episodes are in Season 3, you can confidently say, "Only 14, but they're 14 *amazing* episodes!"
And maybe, just maybe, you'll secretly agree with my unpopular opinion. Shhh… I won't tell.
Now if you excuse me, I'm going to go re-watch those 14 episodes for the hundredth time.