Sometimes, it produces exciting, memorable episodes that contain some ofThe Rookie’s best moments.

As forThe Rookieseason 7, episode 13, the latest hour falls somewhere in the middle.

ABC renewedThe Rookiefor season 8, which will premiere during the 20252026 TV season.

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Overall, it’s an eventful episode.

However, that doesn’t make every storyline told in the hour particularly memorable.

Miles finally lets go of his past and looks ahead to his future.

Deric Augustine as Miles Penn in The Rookie season 7, episode 13

Instead, it seemingly ends with a whimper instead of tears.

Because of their dangerous jobs, they likely won’t be able to adopt a child.

Rachel’s return serves no purpose in the show, not even for Lucy’s own development.

Deric Augustine as Miles Penn in The Rookie season 7, episode 13

The Rookie follows John Nolan, a small-town man who embarks on a new career as an LAPD officer after a life-changing event. As the force’s oldest rookie, Nolan faces skepticism from superiors who view his pursuit as a midlife crisis.

Well, at least, the promise of his return.

At the end of the hour, Wesley reveals thatThe Rookievillainwas behind the defamatory billboards.

New episodes ofThe Rookieseason 7 air Tuesdays at 9pm ET on ABC.

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