ABC’s popular police procedural drama has been keeping fans on the edge of their seats with its fifth season. The Rookie Season 5 has been filled with heart-pumping action, twists, and turns, leaving fans eager to know what happens next.
The upcoming finale is set to be the climax of the season, and it seems that one main cast member's life is in danger. But who could it be, and what does it mean for the show's future?
The Rookie Season 5 Finale Air Date and Episode Synopsis
The Rookie Season 5 finale is set to air on Tuesday, May 2, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. The finale episode doesn't have a title yet, but it is expected to be a nail-biting hour of television. The episode will be preceded by two other consecutive episodes, starting with Episode 20, S.T.R., on Tuesday, April 18, and Episode 21, Going Under, on Tuesday, April 25.
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According to reports, Episode 20 sees the return of Isabel, Tim Bradford's ex-wife, who hasn't been seen on the show since season 1. Her reappearance is sure to cause some trouble for Tim's relationship with Lucy Chen. Additionally, Skip Tracer Randy contacts Nyla Harper and John Nolan when he finds himself being framed for murder.
The Leaked Photo
In mid-March, a fan leaked a behind-the-scenes photo from The Rookie Season 5 finale on Twitter. The picture depicts a hospital scene, with an unknown character lying on a table in an operating room receiving a blood transfusion. While the person's face isn't visible, their hand is shown hanging off the table, leading fans to believe it could be either Sergeant Grey or Aaron Thorsen.
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The Possibility of a Main Character's Death in The Rookie Season 5 Finale
The Rookie has a reputation for killing off its main characters, with Captain Zoe Andersen and Jackson West being two notable examples. The possibility of another character's death in the Season 5 finale is not out of the question. Fans will have to wait and see what happens in the upcoming finale episode.
As the season draws to a close, The Rookie's creators are pulling out all the stops to keep fans hooked. While the leaked photo has raised suspicions, it's still unclear whether a main cast member will meet their end in the season 5 finale. Fans will have to tune in to find out.
The Rookie Season 5 airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
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