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Chris Sullivan Stars in Standalone Series The Rookie: North

1/15/2026

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Chris Sullivan, known for his role in This Is Us, stars as Sgt. Nix in The Rookie: North's pilot, set to shoot in Vancouver.
The show follows Alex Holland, played by Jay Ellis, who becomes the Pierce County Police Department's oldest rookie after a violent home invasion.
The series aims to explore settings beyond major cities, including urban and rural elements.
Unlike previous spinoffs, The Rookie: North will stand alone.

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Story summary

Chris Sullivan, known for his role in This Is Us, stars as Sgt. Nix in The Rookie: North's pilot, set to shoot in Vancouver.
The show follows Alex Holland, played by Jay Ellis, who becomes the Pierce County Police Department's oldest rookie after a violent home invasion.
The series aims to explore settings beyond major cities, including urban and rural elements.
Unlike previous spinoffs, The Rookie: North will stand alone.