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ABC Renews Multiple Series, Orders 'The Rookie' Spinoff

4/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

ABC has renewed The Rookie for the 2026-27 season, its ninth season, starring Nathan Fillion (The Rookie star).
ABC has renewed Will Trent for the 2026-27 season, its fifth season, featuring Ramón Rodríguez (Will Trent star).
ABC has ordered a pilot for The Rookie: North, a spinoff of The Rookie.
ABC also renewed 9-1-1, 9-1-1: Nashville, Abbott Elementary, and Grey's Anatomy, with finales set for early May.

History

Historical Context

The 2000 Telecommunications Act transformed the U.S. television landscape by deregulating ownership rules, enabling networks like ABC to expand programming significantly. This shift led to a surge in content production, exemplified by the renewal of popular series such as *Grey's Anatomy*. As of 2021, networks continue to leverage established franchises, reflecting evolving viewer expectations and a competitive market.

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Story summary

ABC has renewed The Rookie for the 2026-27 season, its ninth season, starring Nathan Fillion (The Rookie star).
ABC has renewed Will Trent for the 2026-27 season, its fifth season, featuring Ramón Rodríguez (Will Trent star).
ABC has ordered a pilot for The Rookie: North, a spinoff of The Rookie.
ABC also renewed 9-1-1, 9-1-1: Nashville, Abbott Elementary, and Grey's Anatomy, with finales set for early May.

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